After a hectic week on the road, Andrew’s house was the perfect place to unwind, relax and indulge in a few days of absolute luxury. From its stunning views of Lake Rotoiti to its well-equipped, high-end kitchen appliances to its beautiful bathrooms and luxurious linens to its elegant yet comfortable décor, this home has everything you want and need to truly disconnect and enjoy a bit of rest and relaxation. Ideally situated for exploring the Nelson Lakes district and only a few minutes from town, it’s in a prime location to enjoy everything the area has to offer; however, Saint Arnaud is a sleepy town in the winter, which gave me the perfect excuse to spend the majority of my stay cozied up by the fire with a glass of wine! But what really makes this home special is the host. Andrew was quick to reply to all of my questions and took the extra time to provide loads of great suggestions for places to eat/explore both during my drive and while in town. I especially appreciated the personal touches such as coffee/tea/milk provided and the thoughtful note and gift that greeted me when I arrived as those are the things that really make a place memorable. I would absolutely return to Andrew’s home and would highly recommend this place to others. My only complaint is that I couldn’t stay longer!