I had a lovely stay at Rae and Aaron's place. They are on the hill between Marahau and Kaiteri, so it was a perfect location for exploring both towns and for doing part of the Abel Tasman (it is only a 5 minute drive to the water taxi location in Marahau or a 8 minute drive to the start of the track). Despite being the middle of winter and freezing cold, the room was warm and well equipped (heater, electric blanket and a nice warm shower), the bed and sofa were comfortable and the place was very clean and tidy. It was also really nice to have soy milk as an option for breakfast.
I had no cell phone reception (with Spark) but it wasn't crucial for me that weekend. The Wi-Fi was also a bit spotty at times, but with assistance resetting the router and some perseverance, I managed to get online for most of my stay.
I highly recommend Rae and Aaron's place whether you just need a base for exploring the Abel Tasman or whether you want a relaxing weekend away and out of the hustle and bustle of a city. They provided clear directions to help me find their place, were around during my stay and more than willing to help with anything I needed, but they also left me to my own devices which I appreciated. Thank you both for a wonderful weekend away.