Stormie is a natural host. She is a strong, spirited, lovely woman who both welcomed us warmly & gave us a lot of free space to feel comfortable in her home. We cooked whilst looking out at view & chatted about life in NZ. Room with ensuite has a gorgeous, clean 'cabin at sea' feel with luxurys- when it was too windy we enjoyed laying in bed, watching the waves pounding in. We had a lazy weekend really in Ahipara, though there is plenty to do & see - we did manage to get a winetasting personally with lovely owners at local Waitapu vineyard, recommended and so is a walk on ninety mile beach - very relaxing lifestyle here. Great breakfast too.