This is a cozy home very close to many of the hikes available in Tongariro National Park. This had one of the best kitchesn of any place we stayed in. It was well stocked with cooking supplies and there was a good selection of spices in the pantry which we appreciated.
Our favorite part of the home was the good selection of board games that were suited for a variety of ages. Our six year old really enjoyed playing these games with the rest of the family and it was a great way to spend afternoons after a long day of hiking. The hot tub was also a nice respite.
The only inconvenience was having to take the trash to the refuse center, which was a bit complicated because it was closed on Christmas day, which fell on one of the few days it is typically open during the week. However, Imogen made it very clear in the listing description that we were responsible for our trash so we were able to plan ahead.