This was absolutely the best Airbnb experience we have ever had. Denise and James' cottage was perfect - so comfortable and clean, with a very well equipped kitchen, and offering one of the loveliest pastoral views in NZ from the porch. We were so fortunate that Denise and James' busy schedule opened up so that they could show us some of their property and operations. They also so graciously hosted us in their home for two meals as well as showing us the local annual sheep herding dog competition. We enjoyed our stay at Awatere tremendously. It was truly the highlight of our six weeks of traveling in NZ.