I was looking for reasonably priced quirky and unusual accommodation in an interesting location with friendly hosts and this location ticked all of those boxes.
The whare is detached from the main house and I found it rustic, basic, comfortable, warm and cosy. It has a sense of isolation and a connection to the outdoors. Creatures rattled on the roof. The night sky is amazing. The short walk to the old wharf to watch the sunset, or sunrise as I did is well worth it for the light and the views.
Clara's hospitality is very informal and she made me welcome and showed me where everything was straight away which enabled me to settle in. It was good to know that I could use the kitchen if I needed to. Breakfast was toast and jam with a mug of very nice tea.
Turangi is 5km away and all human life is there waiting to complete the Tongariro Alpine Crossing. The town has a supermarket, fast food and other amenities.