Cathy and Craig met us on our arrival with a cup of tea on the deck and introduced us to the two dogs. Nice welcome.

As other reviewers have mentioned, the thing that sets this place apart are the views. From the windows of the room, the main house and the deck there is a magnificent 180 degree panorama from Lake Taupo to Mt Ruapehu, which we sat and admired for much of the time.

The self contained annexe is light, roomy and well fitted, and was spotless on our arrival. It can chilly up here in the evenings but the heater works well and the bedding is snuggly making the room very cosy.

Breakfast of cereals and toast was plentiful and tasty and both nights we cooked our own dinner but ate with Cathy and Craig, chatting with them into the evening afterwards.

Cathy was very knowledgeable about the local area and suggested a couple of good walks that we enjoyed.

It is remote but if you like piece and quiet in a very beautiful location look no further.