Definitely loved the ability to combine a lovely stay in the Bay of Islands, with a day cruising the water. The house is easy access for both Opua (and Russell via ferry) and Paihia, and was very comfortable. It is almost like one is living alone in the forest given the views out the windows. The only slight negative is the occasional road noise when the windows are open. That being said, I would clearly stay there again (and take another BoI cruise)! My family and I had a lovely time.