Jacquie is a very friendly and generous host. The place is exactly as in the photos. We stayed a week and it truly felt like a home away from home. Not too far from town but often there were roadworks going on, so one tip would be to allow for a little extra travel room if needing to be somewhere on time. There was a beautiful arrangement of freshly picked flowers and a yummy assortment of home made food, which was unexpected but a very nice surprise. We will miss the little chicken, kitty, and goats! If we ever visit Manawatu again, we know where to go :)