We stayed for four nights with Clara in Tokaanu and had a great time. Being located very close to the Tongariro National Park, this served as an excellent basis of operations to explore the volcanic surroundings and Lake Taupo.
The house in the garden you're staying in is small but cozy, with a comfortable bed for two and beautiful surroundings. The bathroom is shared in the main house, as is the kitchen. The latter we found a little messy, probably partially due to the friendly animals sharing the home. A morning stroll to the wharf sure is something you need to do when visiting.
Overall a basic but enjoyable stay with good sleep in amazing surroundings.