I love Lake Hāwea and booked what I thought was a stand-alone cottage near the water. Maybe i didn't read the listing carefully enough. I was surprised to find that we were sharing the house with the owners, including the internet server. The positioning in a cul de sac means dogs, kids, lawnmowers - all fine but not the romantic getaway and hanging out by the lake i had envisaged.
Good shower, like the thick walls. Would love a coffee pot.