The upper level is solely for guests, and includes a spacious lounge. The views from up here overlook the lake, the town and the surrounding countryside. Thoughtful touches like plunger coffee, home made cookies, a separate guest fridge with glasses and cold water and complimentary port and sherry make this place feel like home. Anne loves to cook - I only wish we had time to stay for dinner. On the menu that night was fillo pastry parcels with tamarillo sauce, followed by bacon strapped chicken stuffed with prunes on couscous with stuffed pumpkin, potato and onion bake followed by dessert.
Breakfast is a treat as well, an example from the menu is eggs in ramekins with camembert cheese.
There is plenty of choice and you can even try kiwifruit marmalade. Don knows New Zealand well and often spends time with guests helping them plan their itineraries. With a farm bordering part of the property, you may also see deer, sheep, horses and cattle. If your interest lies in gardening, Anne would love to show you hers. She loves gardening and is keen to share the interest with fellow guests.