Sailors Rest is in a fantastic spot as it is on a small quiet road directly overlooking the bay at Opua and you can spend hours on the large balcony watching the rays and fish float through the shallows on the beach below or gazing out to the boats bobbing on the water. It is a very tranquil place and the house is very comfortable with views from both the bedroom and living areas. It very much feels like a home from home and is stylishly decorated with a modern bathroom and kitchen, stocked with all the amenities you'd need and kept very clean. It's in a great location as despite being in a very quiet spot, you are a few minutes walk from some amenities including a general store and fish and chip shop, and the car ferry to Russell. You can also take a few walks straight from the house along the coastal path, Opua to Pahia (about 1.5hrs walk) or past the marina along the bike trail to Kawakawa. Paul was very easy to deal with and quick to respond to all my queries and questions.