DeArna was a lovely host, very accommodation with our arrival time changing at the last minute as our ferry was delayed into Picton. The appartment was perfect for us, decent well layed out kitchen with a large living room to relax in. The bedroom was massive as well. You're only a 15min walk into the center of Kaikoura from here, making the dolphin and whale watching trips a breeze. There is also numerous walking/hiking trails in the area, the bbq was incredible for after these walks where was could toast a steak or baked potato.