The Magpie Manor was so amazing I instantly wanted to stay a second night. Everything about it was amazing starting with the beautifully decorated room, the super comfortable bed, the incredible cleanliness, the large and tastefully devorated lounge and dining room, the yummy breakfast, Fiona's superb hospitality, the quiet calm outside areas, and the stunning verandah. In terms of location it is three minutes walk to the supermarket and the best cafe in town and five minutes walk to the local independent cinema. Yet it's incredibly quiet. All I could hear from my room in the mornings was birdsong. What's more Taihape us a much nicer small town than I ever imagined from all the times I have walked through it. I really honestly can't speak highly enough about the whole experience. Thanks Fiona and Adrien.