Great location in the countryside just a few minutes' drive from Taupo and not far from the Wairakei hot pools. Communication was excellent and Steve and Fiona were very welcoming. The apartment was warm and comfortable. The Internet coverage is patchy - this wasn't a problem for us, but if you need a 24/7 high speed connection this might not be the place for you. We enjoyed playing with their friendly dog Capri. Highly recommended.