Lovely quiet place in a rural setting.
Close to the glaciers and so many wonderful places for sightseeing and adventure.
A great place to base yourself for trips to the glaciers, the many lakes and walks nearby or waiting for the weather to clear over the mountains until helicopter flights are available.
Good stepping of point for travel to Greymouth or Arthur's Pass (easy 2 to 3 hr drive), or heading south towards Fiordland (long drive) etc.
Would stay longer next time.