Penny was great. Very welcoming and really wonderful with our kids (aged 1 year and 2 and a half). She made us feel at home. She gave us fresh tomatoes to eat from the garden, courgettes, herbs, muesli, eggs... She provided books and toys for the kids. And she was just super nice and relaxed and friendly.
The garden was lovely. Full of flowers and veges, and lots of space for our son to ride around on his balance bike. Nice deck to sit and play on. The house itself was small, but we were very comfy. And Owhango is a nice little place. River and bush walks just down the road, and not too far from Whakapapa and lake Taupo. Great base.
Thanks Penny!