The routes driving in and out the village are rough , take 1.5 hours to Kaikoura or Hanmer Springs. Hence it’s a very peaceful wild hideaway for vacation.There are hiking track on the top of Mt Lyford , 10 min drive from the lodge.You will have excellent time with family or friends ,having outdoor hottub under clear forest sky, getting warm from log burner, of course better carrying food supply with you .