Bridget and I had a marvellous stay with Julie and Phil on their farmlet just out of Tai Tapu.
It is a beautiful spot with peaceful, quiet surroundings, chickens and two lovely horses in the front paddock to make friends with. The evenings were dead quiet, with nothing but surrounding farms and the odd cow to keep you company. Can recommend the excellent star gazing on a clear night.
On arrival there were some jams, butter and both fresh bagged and plunger coffee - we asked for no milk or bread as we had our own.
The place is spotlessly clean and bathroom is modern with excellent hot water pressure from the shower. Julie provided everything one could need with lots of towels, soaps shampoos and the like.
The bed was firm and very comfortable - A+.
It is perfect spot for a couple to unwind and recharge the batteries, or use as a base to explore the area. We did both :)
Julie and Phil are really lovely people and it was a pleasure spending 5 days at the cottage.
Highly recommended