Half Moon cottage must be the hidden gem of the Akaora region. It is an older style home that has been beautifully restored and furnished in the style befitting this grand old lady. Cornelius and Margo are wonderful hosts who are exceptionally helpful and also great conversationalists. For me I found the Half Moon cottage at the end of my stay and truly regret not being able to stay longer to sit on the wide verandahs and enjoy the ambience of the home, garden and estuary view.