The view is even more incredible in person than the pictures. We saw seals playing in the water from the lounge room! Owaka is just down the road for FourSquare snacks or the Bakehouse takeaway is also yum. Catlins store has a lovely range and the man’s shed out the back has hidden treasures. Petrol station is also handy. Pounawea itself is a very relaxed, coastal location where you can truly sit back and enjoy the view! As Queenslanders, we enjoyed the electric blankets too. Catlins forestry is amazing, so are the beaches. This is a great location to base yourself!