I can’t say enough good things about Paula and Ryan and this spot on earth. The studio is separate from their home so you have plenty of privacy. It is larger than it looks in the photos. It is well stocked with warm and thoughtful things. There are more extra towels here than I have seen in any airbnb. We immediately felt welcomed. I really wanted to see calves being birthed. Although I didn’t see the moment of birth, we got to see over a dozen newborn hours old calves with their umbilical cords still hanging from their bellies. The cows are so well cared for, as well as the land and the people. To be surrounded by green hills with a view of the ocean, the fields, gardens and big sky is something cannot find in the big city. What a treat.
Also, Paula and Ryans children are sweet and friendly and obviously well loved.
One day we drove up to the Waipoua forest, which, if you are into trees, is an amazing experience, especially with a tour from Footprints Waipoua. Highly recommended.
Also, when we left, we went to a vegan place called Taste and See or something like that. It is on google. Great to have healthy takeaway food.