We loved staying at Manita and Edwin's! Their lovely home is right on the countryside with a cage full of chickens and a gorgeous view of rolling hills. We were there for two nights and enjoyed the short drives to the activities (white water rafting, Geothermal park, Redwood tree walk) so the house was in a perfect location. Manita was super hospitable, even going out of her way to secure massage appointments at a Thai place in town for us! We would recommend staying here, and will plan to stay again next time we're in NZ.