I thoroughly enjoyed my stay in Geoffrey's little slice of paradise. I was travelling on my own and immediately felt welcomed and safe with Geoffrey. If you are looking for a unique property to relax in, you can't beat the views, chooks, gardens, hot tub, stars for days, and a garden that lots of corners and blooms to explore. Tuis in the cherry blossoms, piwakawaka flitting about....
I enjoyed hours just exploring and relaxing to the sound of Tui song.
This is a relaxed family home that is full of family history and love. Geoffrey is the consummate host. I had the dinner option and enjoyed a glass of wine by the roaring fire before sitting down to a tasty, nourishing, home-cooked 3 course meal. The conversation was as good as the meal. I jumped into the hot tub after dinner and just stared up at the stars - bliss on quite a clear and bracing winter night.
I was very tempted to sit by the fire with a book post-soak, but fell into the comfy, cozy bed in the tidy studio and had a solid, deep sleep.
I didn't have breakfast the next morning but was offered a cuppa before setting off. I left feeling like I had made a friend and I am very keen to spend more time at this beautiful property.