Alan and Elaine's space was just as advertised, a wonderful peaceful space just on the outskirts of Taupo. Even better than the place was Alan, Elaine, and their family's heart warming hospitality. From warm communications before we arrived, heart warming gestures to help accommodate us when some other travel plans didn't go according to schedule, a warm smile the moment we arrived, to wonderful travel tips to help make our short stay as impactful as possible, we had a great time staying with them in Taupo. The best and most honest compliment I can give is that we never for a moment felt like lodgers but as old family friends who had come to visit. Thank you Alan and Elaine. We had an incredibly memorable time with you and hope we get a chance to cross paths again.