Loved staying at the lighthouse. Quirky and interesting. Basically three rooms on three floors with fabulous views. As night came in, sat up on the top floor with all the lights off and just watched the play of light on the sea. Felt very close to the elements and next morning it was great looking out and watching the Cook Strait ferries coming and going and the Island Bay fishing boats bouncing about on their moorings. Island Bay is a funky community and enjoyed fish and chips at the local bar, which seemed totally in keeping with the whole experience. Wellington central within easy reach, yet feels like a different world. Would definitely come back for a longer stay.