Sandy's vacation home is a beautiful, recently remodeled house with an open, indoor/outdoor feel to it that is perfect for a beach getaway. The bathrooms are incredible, the beds are comfy, the living area and patios are open plan and spacious, and the kitchen has been updated with new cabinets, a gas cooktop and rangehood.
The location is perfect - the shopping and restaurants in Whitianga are a fun and easy ferry ride from the ferry landing located only about a minute's walk from the front door. On this side of the harbor it's a short walk up the road to a couple of great restaurants and beaches. There is also a beautiful native bush hike located in the lush green hills behind the house, and it is only a short drive to nearby Cooks Beach, Cathedral Cove, Hahei and Hot Water Beach.
Sandy was an amazing host and she really went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was an incredible experience despite some bad weather that passed through while we were there. We will be back!