Where do I start?! This was simply the most magical stay! The apartment is completely separate to the hosts home, set on the most beautiful and huge grounds - perfect for the kiddies to run around. The apartment was so thoughtfully prepared. The beds were devine, complete with beautiful linens. The hosts so kindly left us fresh eggs and bread, spreads and fruit, cooking supplies and the sorts. Even fresh baking was kindly given upon our arrival! The apartment was complete with “Alexa” and chromecast which made easy living. The bathroom is huge and the shower even bigger! We don’t have a bath at home so this was a luxury for us. The hosts were incredibly generous and kind, giving us all the privacy we desired yet being so helpful when needed. Gordon and Denise are lovely kiwi people who have put a lot of love and care into their accomodation here. The main bed is huge! And is set semi off of the lounge for easy flow through to the beautiful outside. The second room is completely private and separate. The gardens really are to die for and you are surrounded by stunning trees, backing onto a huge bush walk to a waterfall, and sitting across the road from a gorgeous picnic area with water holes in the river, where if you’re lucky you can find quartz crystals in the river. The hosts lovely dog popped by for pats which we loved as were missing our own pooch. Plenty of off street parking for our Ute and boat. Full fridge and freezer and laundry if required. A Webber bbq made meals easy and delicious. So serene and private and peaceful, yet a short 10 minutes into the heart of whangamata. We can not fault this place at all and consider ourselves so very lucky to of had the pleasure of staying. For the bargain price, I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough! For larger groups there is a second apartment upstairs that mirrors the lower level. 10/10 across the board! We can not wait to return. Thank you so much Gordon and Denise