Located about 10km from the small beach town of Kawhia, Aotea is a quiet village hugging the wide entrance to Aotea Harbour. The efficiency studio is part of a 4-unit building situated right in front of the owner's house. There is no view of the harbour from the units, but the owner seemed fine with us walking behind his house and through his yard to reach the water. Henry (and his cute Jack Russell) could not have been nicer and more helpful. Henry even called the cafe in town to make sure they were still serving since we were late arriving.
The unit itself is basic but it's outfitted with all the necessities. Henry even brought is a fan. As a previous reviewer mentioned, stop before heading to Kawhia to stock up with supplies as the town has limited retail. The beach is lovely.