This was such a stunning location, waking up to watch the sunrise over the lake, beautiful Mt Cook in the distance, hearing birds constantly whistling. We loved building a little fire to stay warm, or basking in the sun on the balcony. And the nearby lake was gorgeous! The atmosphere was incredible, and the cottage itself was so well stocked with everything we needed. Sonja was extremely communicative and friendly. We felt so welcome. I would recommend guests keep in mind that the drive to access this cottage is long and bumpy, on unsealed rocky roads. It is a beautiful spot once you arrive, but definitely a bit out of the way - just be aware! And note that it sits on a working farm and there is a chance you could be surprised with unexpected disruptions (e.g., when we arrived we were told there would be rabbit shooting that night - hopefully an uncommon occurrence with the timing but think it's important to be aware in case this would be a dealbreaker for anyone!). Overall an incredible experience that felt like something out of a dream. Truly stunning and cosy. Wish we didn't have to leave.