This was our favorite place to stay during our 2 weeks in New Zealand. Gail and Murray are the most hospitable and friendly host I've ever met. PERFECT setup of a private apartment (you have the place entirely to ourselves) with the closeness of the host in a private yet separate home. We found that we just relaxed and enjoyed the space a bit differently. We would have loved to stay longer in this private retreat. Love the modern feel. Don't worry at all about the private ferry provided by the host they made sure we could cross whenever we needed to. They had the place warm (trip in the winter) and cozy for our arrival and we woke to the most beautiful sunrise imaginable. Its very evident that a lot of thought and planning went into the layout and design of the space -- really so well done. Loved the energy and personalities and location... We loved our time on Jackett Island.