We had a relaxing and splendid weekend at Howard and Sarah’s place. From check-in on Friday until checkout on Monday we felt fortunate to be in such comfortable surroundings in the midst of outstanding natural beauty. The view from the house across the lawn to the harbour and Quail Island is stunning. We sat by the fire - lots of firewood is supplied, cooked in the clean and very well appointed kitchen and needn’t have left the house... it would be pleasant to just sit by the fire with a book and gaze at the view, however there’s so much to do with many local walks. We walked in lovely Orton Bradley Park and caught the ferry to Lyttelton for market day. This house and location - magical.