Kanuka Retreat is hands down the best we have stayed at. The location at the base of Mt Iron was excellent for morning hikes right out the back gate. Our hosts were super friendly and made everything a breeze. The bottle of wine was very much appreciated on arrival! There was plenty of space for our two children to run around and play safely. The property itself is very private and sits amongst beautiful forest groves of kanuka, when on the top deck it feels like you are sitting just above the canopy. Can’t fault this place. Hope to return again soon.