We thought we would get a good nights sleep halfway between Chch and Picton at Maruia. After travelling late at night we discovered that the Cottage was not located at Maruia at all, rather Springs Junction some 20km back which meant we drove an additional 40km at midnight looking for the place. It's within the boundaries of Springs Junction and this is apparent by the location signs within the 60km zone, not Maruia (although the address maybe on the Main Road...There is a house at 19 a bit further towards the junction so very confusing. We finally entered the cottage and notice a foul stench that was eminating from leftover vegetable scraps that had not been cleared by the person cleaning the cottage - these had decomposed in the heat and caused the odour. Being right on the main road, just past the junction means the noise from trucks and cars braking, and accelerating all night long meant very little sleep - this has been made worse by the Chch-Picton detour through SH7 during the rebuild of SH1. The bed was uncomfortable too so this added to our woes...It wasn't expensive by any means, but if you want a good nights sleep after driving all day then don't book to stay here. It is well equipped with cooking facilities and a washing machine if that's what you want. There is no wifi available and you will need to rely on the 3G network for mobile phone coverage.