We arrived at Doug’s home very bedraggled and wet, having just completed the 300klm bike ride, Alps2ocean. Our last day ride from Duntroon was very wet, so arriving at Doug’s home and to be so warmly welcomed was a wonderful finale to the event. Doug took all our wet clothes and shoes and dried them while we warmed up under a lovely hot shower located in the en-suite to our lovely room overlooking the high set view of Oamaru. Doug’s hospitality is the point of difference. His travel experience is very noticeable with knowledge of many places both locally and overseas which he shares willingly. His advice to eat out at Fat Sally’s for dinner was spot on.
Doug provided breakfast which was more than adequate with great plunger coffee. To top off our good experience, Doug kindly drove us to the IntetCity bus stop which would have been a fair walk with our luggage. It was very much appreciated.