You can expect peace and quiet. No phone lines ( Spark) Vodofone seems to be ok. But that is the joy of living in such a remote part of New Zealand. Know you will be travelling on gravel/dirt roads super dusty and no shops, nearest is Colville at about 13 km from home base. Tranquil and unit very comfortable. Also know that an out house is an outside toilet and at times a little unpleasant due to the nature of a long drop. Barbel is lovely and has set up the location with beautiful colour inside and out