Paula was a great host and we enjoyed our stay at her place during Mid November. It felt like home, bit far from the city hustle, bustle and peaceful area to stay for holiday. In fact one day we stayed mostly inside the home to have a relaxing stay. The place is close to Wanaka and also to Mount Cook which saved almost an hour drive if we were to drive from Queenstown. Lastly, the place is surrounded by mountains with snow-caps, Lake Dunstan & Cromwell. I would highly recommend Paula's place for a family specially with young kids.