If I could give Fiona and Adrien's AirBnB 6 star I would. Once inside, it was probably one of the nicest AirBnBs I have stayed in (I have stayed in many). The room was well prepared and the heater was turned on, which was much appreciated. After checking in there was a sudden maintenance issue that they immediately took care of. I did not see too much of Adrien but Fiona was an excellent and gracious hostess.
My only downside has nothing to do with Fiona, Adrien or their wonderful lodging. I found that the town of Taihape, like most NZ towns, roll up the sidewalks very early on a Monday--there was very little choice for dinner other than the New World and two takeaways, a red one and the one across the street. I chose the one across the street and I chose poorly.
But I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Fiona and Adrian's AirBnB!