Nella and Graeme are incredible hosts. I am truly disappointed that I had only an evening to spend in Taupo, and could not stay with them longer. They made me feel very at home, and were extremely accommodating. I ended up arriving much later than planned due to an error with my previously scheduled tour. Despite my late arrival, they did not miss a beat. Nella immediately showed me around and offered me a cup of tea.
Both hosts are very generous with their beautiful home, and the accommodations were a considerable value for the price. The place was spotless, and cozy, and I felt very comfortable spending time there. I'm a new solo traveler, and I'm still getting used to staying with people I don't know. Nella and Graeme were so warm and friendly that I quickly forgot I was alone in a foreign country. During tea, they helped me to coordinate my activities for the following day, and everything went according to plan this time due to their local tips. Afterward, Graeme took me to the grocery store so that I didn't have to walk to get something to eat (it was late). And I'm *very* grateful that I also had the opportunity to do laundry, a luxury not often available at other airbnbs. It was one less thing to worry about, and I truly appreciated their help. This experience was definitely worth five stars, and I would certainly recommend this location as a must for other travelers, especially solo travelers. If I ever get a chance to return to New Zealand, I will certainly come back here for a visit.