Simon was an absolutely perfect host who greeted us and made us welcome while Takoha was at work. You are 'natural' great hosts with a super home to stay at. We would definitely return should we come back to Franz Joseph. It was clean, warm with the fireplace and coal stove, full use of kitchen anytime, washer/dryer, breakfast offerings, super atmosphere in a rainforest setting under the Glacier -- can't be beat. Value! A+. Would have loved to stay longer. Thanks for a glimpse of Maori hospitality.