We had an amazing time, staying with Kellie and Abe for an entire month. They were perfect, helpful and friendly hosts; they had an open door whenever we needed something and would pop by every now and then to check if we had everything we needed. Besides, the location is amazing with the surrounding mountains and the nearby - crystal clear - river and Lake Hayes within moderate walking distance. There is a nice restaurant in adjacent Lake Hayes Estate with a big playground close-by (also, there is a playground at and close to the primary school in shooter country itself). With the bus service having evolved most recently, you can catch the bus out once an hour and head for Queenstown or Arrowtown (both definitely recommended) or reach the supermarkets in Frankton Flats (also a destination for a one hour one-way walk, crossing the River at the wooden pedestrian bridge).
Bottom-line, the perfect stay for a perfect trip!