Silky and Duane’s cottage is straight out of a catalogue for comfort and style. The house has all the amenities that you can think of and more. Silky was very kind and welcomed us with a smile on her face despite us being a little late and the day of our arrival being the Christmas day. There is an extensive collection of movies and books which would leave you spoilt for choice. There were helpful pamphlets, kept in the house, of the places to visit and the things to do in Hawke’s Bay, which assisted us greatly in exploring Hastings and Hawke’s Bay. We had a beyond wonderful stay at Silky and Duane’s cottage and would recommend it to anyone travelling to Hastings.