Kevin and Elda are lovely and engaging hosts and have great recommendations for the area. Don't hesitate to book a few days at the Collingwood Walkabout if you are able. We stayed three nights in the ensuite room and appreciated the good wifi and desk space for a bit of research time. There were other guests just outside our door in the shared spaces and we wondered if it would be noisy, but our room felt private and was very comfortable. There are several day trips in this quiet part of Golden Bay (don't miss Wharariki Beach, where the walk to get there is a beautiful experience in itself!). We highly recommend this location.