We absolutely loved Chris's home - it is very comfortable and spacious, and has beautiful views made all the better by the great weather we had. Very comfortable beds, great kitchen and living area, and a pleasure to sit and relax in between all the Stewart Island activities we indulged in.
We saw kiwis in a different part of Stewart Island, late one night, but we could hear what sounded like a lot of kiwis at night at Chris' place - down near the golf course about 200m away. We recommend going for a walk around the bush at the periphery of the golf course from about 10.30pm and you may be in luck.
There is plentiful other birdlife around Chris' place which was amazing to see and hear.
The house is very accessible to everything and we went for some good walks to the golf course and the beaches. Stars = spectacular.
We were vey sorry to leave this place and will be back one day.