Sandra's hospitality and home is second-to-none. From communicating clear instructions, to leaving goodies in the fridge, to recommending restaurants, to having an immaculate, conveniently located and well-appointed 3 bedroom home, I cannot say enough positive things about my experience. Her beach home had reliable internet, cable television and plenty of hot water for myself and my 72 year-old father and 68 year-old mother. The house if just 50 yards from the beautiful beach and in a very safe and welcome neighborhood. Large windows and the sound of the surf at night only heightened the experience. Her home is one of the rare homes we visited on this trip that even had A/C for those days where too much sun came in through the numerous windows, as if that is a problem. Because of our wonderful experience in Hokitika and the lovely drive from their down to the glaciers my retired parents are now convinced they want to move to Hokitika and I can't blame them.