This is a top notch place to stay. It's a lovingly cared-for historic workers' cottage, full of character and packed with art.
The garden is lush and we enjoyed the presence of a chook and a delightfully grumpy cat.
Deborah was friendly and helpful without being intrusive.
We took a good walk from the Mangakino lakefront south to the Mangakino swing bridge. Around 1.5 hours to get there and back but well worth it.
Deborah was more than happy for us to charge our car overnight which was great as it's a fair distance to any public EV chargers.
We'll likely stay again!