Like being on our own hilltop. The scenery was unbelievable, the garden, the view the water, the hillside walking (and seeing the sheep), and a location close enough to the Whangerei City Center and Rugby Stadium. Down the hill and across the street is a nice park for picnicking and watching the boats. On those rainy mornings, looking through the huge windows, we just cuddled up the sofa and watched the rain interact with scenery around us.
Thanks Ken & Hala, we had such a wonderful time.