The view is fantastic ! And the house is spacious for us two in early March. The beds were fine and the kitchen was very welll equipped. Location is quiet and away from the hustle of Kaikoura, a 10 min drive away. There is a hike/bike trail up the PaRSON’S road, turn right and you find the trail at the south end of a gravel lot. There is also a long hike up into the mountains but the first 2 miles is on the rocky river bed and you may have to cross fast moving water. We saw Marsh Hawk, bell birds, and Tui in ther area. Enjoyed the flight to see a sperm whale from the Air Kaikoura folks. The only improvement would be to cut back the overgrown plantings which block some views when seated on the patio. Overall a wonderful stay !