We stayed at Louise and Mario's place for a long weekend. It's a perfect little sanctuary. Directly on a quite road, so easy access, only 10 min drive from Raglan, but you wake up in the middle of the bush. Having breakfast on the deck was just wonderful (take some toast or musli so you don't have to leave the place). It's nice and cozy and you have everything you need. BBQ at the deck for dinner one night.
Louise and Mario are wonderful hosts, going above and beyond (from yummy coffee, to eating out tips, lending us an iron and dealing with wasps) and made us feel super comfortable and welcome.
We're already wishing ourselves back!