Location, location, location! Cannot express how beautiful Motueka Valley is. From the rolling hills/mountains, to the babbling creeks and rivers, to the sheep grazing in the pastures. We enjoyed relaxing in the evenings and watching the birds dart around the garden or hanging out by some of the creeks to watch for giant trout. I did not get the best sleep due to some birds making quite a bit of racket outside my window during the night, but the wildlife adds to the charm. If we come back to Motueka valley would stay again and will definitely recommend to my fishing buddies. Only bummer was the wifi intermittently or not working, or having to use it in the middle of the driveway while being eaten by sandflies.