This is a piece of forest heaven. Off the beaten track and all the better for it. It is lovely space both inside and out. This is a place to forget your phone and sit and let the peace of the natural environment wash over you. We loved our stay and wish we could have stayed for longer. Joanna is a great host; welcoming and there if you need her but leaving you in peace to feel your rooms, which are completely self contained, are your own. We would have absolutely no hesitation recommending it to anyone who wants to get off the main road to experience the special atmosphere that immersion in nature offers. One of our nights had clear skies and without light pollution it was a magical to look up and see all the constellations. There are Kiwi, and they are to be heard if you are lucky. Supplies are 40 minutes away so stock up before you leave Dargaville or Omapere/Opononi. Hoki Smoki - 13 Signal Station Road, Omapere has great fish and meat if it's open when you are there.