As a busy working couple we needed some time away for R&R and Mark's place was perfect for us. It is nearly new, very clean & tidy, well set out, and had everything we needed to rest and relax. Mark was a great host and once he knew what we wanted, gave us good tips on food places locally as well as good walks. And this place is right across the road from the beach, views from deckchairs were some grand pohutakawa trees with beach and water views behind, spectacular. And we were 50 metres walk from three cafes and a great Mexican restaurant which exceeded our expectations. We walked the beach and very short drive away were several other great bushwalks of 1 to 3 hours return trip. Mark dropped by daily to give us tips, advice, have a friendly chat, but also left us our personal space to chill out in peace and quiet which is just what we wanted. If you want a clean and tidy place in a great location and a great host, look no further.