Yoke's place has the perfect mixture of small town feel, beautiful sights, and a great host! It's also just outside the Christchurch city, which if you get a MetroCard only takes about 5NZD to get there and back. There are several great walking trails within minutes of the stay and all kinds of travel pamphlets, track maps, and other information in the room already (there is really everything you need).
If you are staying in the south island, or in Christchurch area, this is the place to be!
Yoke is extremely hospitable and went beyond expectations in providing me with several great opportunities!