As the pictures show, this is really an amazing place, nested in a little valley, surrounded by a wonderful native bush and by the sounds of nature. The other reviewers say pretty much everything. The apartment, despite the rustic setting, is very tastefully decorated and furnished, bright and spotlessy clean ... Muriel and Evan are very friendly (and interesting) hosts, but they completely respected our privacy. The house is really at no more than 15 minutes drive from Whitianga and, with Muriel indications, was really easy to find. A real gem.