It surprised me how much staying in such a beautiful space affected my mood. It was instant when I walked in the door. I spent 4 days just reading my book, hammocking by the river, walking through kauri forests, lushing at the Kai Iwi lakes - it was the perfect solace. Being vintage mad, I had to check out Joanna's 'wild shop' to view her collection of clothing & curated pieces - and meet the woman behind the incredible accom - she joked about the 'bath-womb' (it really did feel like living in a warm, calm, cosy space - but roomy). If you haven't tried waking up to wall-to-wall pink before, you should definitely try it.