Jo made us feel welcome from the moment we knocked on her door. She had contacted us earlier to find out our time of arrival. By the time we arrived (on a fine cold day), the studio was bathed in afternoon sun and looked even better than the photos! Jo's stories and recommendations, the furniture and decorating, the cats, the coffee, the super-comfortable bed, hot shower, warm room, amazing garden, onsite parking and general quietness and ambience made our stay a highlight of our New Zealand holiday. We'll book in for a week next time.