well, if you like being in a beautiful AND a soulful location (half garden/half bush) this is the place for you. you are 5 min drive or less from downtown Nelson yet you are in a secluded garden with gorgeous views across the valley to little mountain hills. the birds and the bees have it made here. the hosts Jane and Sim could not have been more welcoming and dear to me. i can't give them high enough ratings for their care, inclusion, ease and humor. they shared their home with me in a way that made me feel so at home which is a priceless gift when you've been traveling for weeks on end. when i went off to hike the Abel Tasman they let me leave a few pounds of belongings at their house which was so appreciated. they welcomed me back home after my hiking trip and included me in their dinner which was just delightful. they are great conversationalists and know the art of living well. the room was very quiet and the bathroom was well equipped. the closet in the bedroom was a mini-kitchen with all the usual PLUS the best granola i had ANYWHERE - way above average! plus they grow grapes and they laid out platters of beautiful grapes for me each day. they have a loving golden retriever that greets you and makes you feel right at home. there is a "hidden vegetable garden" which was fun to stumble across and in the distance, every now and again i could hear a cow from a neighboring farm. you are literally on the edge of high hill and the countryside stretches out before you when you sit out on the verandah. i could have spent days enjoying that view; it really was my idea of a heavenly location! i arrived on foot and could easily walk with my pack to their house from downtown Nelson. for those of you who want a home in the country, this has it ALL with the nicest folks to welcome you. five stars in all categories!!