We really enjoyed our stay at Sally's place. The apartment was excellent, beautifully decorated, the kitchen well-supplied (with a sharp knife - always a bonus at a rental!), and lovely towels and products in the bathroom. Off-street parking. Lots of storage too. The apartment is attached to the main house, but there was little to no noise, and it felt private.
The location right on the beach is perfect for a morning or evening walk. If the weather had been better, we'd have been tempted to swim. The local dairy down the road does a nice pizza a few days a week, and it is a short drive into Gisborne to a whole range of dining options, takeaways and supermarkets. We would definitely stay there again - for longer next time - and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend to couples looking for a retreat.