We finished up our 2-week NZ trip with a couple days in Hahei, and Kym's place was a great home base for exploring the nearby area, including Cathedral Cove and the short hike to the old pa sites. The check-in process was seamless, and there were a ton of cooking appliances and utensils that I could see making a family's stay really easy (just buy your groceries in Tairua or another bigger town). The weather got a bit chilly at night, but Kym provided a space heater that warmed the place up (pro tip: don't turn on the fan, which will cool off the air coming out). The bed was super comfortable and we were very cozy with the extra bedding provided. We didn't get a chance to use the e-bikes, but the spades and beach towels were very useful for our trip to Hot Water Beach. The driveway is quite steep, but we just parked at the bottom of our private driveway and had no issues. The deck was lovely for sitting on and stargazing.
Kym was easy to contact and responded quickly, although she gave us plenty of room and privacy. She even invited us to dinner with her and her friend, although we ended up opting for an earlier dinner at the Pour House. Her dog, Smitty, was friendly and very sweet. Overall, I would highly recommend staying here!