Jane and Jeremy's hobby farm is off the beaten track, but not too far from great Wairirapa towns such as Clareville and Greytown. Stop in at one of the bakeries on your way.
The Golfkeeper's Cottage is a gem of sophisticated weekend living hidden amongst a rural setting. It's centrally located, so day-trips to Castle Point, or Lake Wairirapa are easy enough. The farm itself is situated atop the hills of Ahiruhe with incredible views of the pasturelands to the north. We got to meet the chooks, baby lambs, and ol' Blue, the family Labrador/old man.
The drizzly weather we experienced only made the fireplace and comfortable bed all the more welcoming. The cottage is the perfect setting for a couple on a mission to get away from the bustle of the big smog.
On our third night, the clouds parted and the stars in all their glory came out. A night I will struggle to forget!
Thanks Jane and Jeremy for excellent weekend!