Stayed in the yurt, which was very cool. Good location and good host.

There wasn't a lock on the yurt door, even just a latch on the inside would have been fine as it would have made sleeping abit easier

steve was amazing and welcoming, the grounds were beautifully kept and location was great will definitely stay again! also very peaceful at night, slept like a baby!

The location is idyllic. 3 minutes from the sea at Pohara. We saw penguin nest boxes and saw-heard actually!-blue penguins crossing the harbour carpark at night. The helpful and friendly owner, Steve, lives on site and happily joined in our impromptu music session , bringing a superb musician to the evening. The cabin was a really good size with well equipped kitchen and nice shower. Set in its own gardens with a work in progress nature pond. Outdoor Pizza oven and eating area. Ideal for families or couples and solo travelers. AND you get to drive the awesome Takaka hill drive. Also 20 minutes from Anatoki Salmon fishing farm-catch your own-recommend the salmon pizza.

Nothing Loved it all.

Loved the spaciousness of outdoor area and the view from our cottage. Bed was comfy, tv was reliable and nice hot shower. Two heaters to keep warm was appreciated.

More cooking utensils and serving bowls, etc would be helpful for eating in, please. BYO hot water bottle if you want a warmer bed.

Wounder location and lovely veiws

A warm welcome by Steve, the host. The location was beautiful.

I am really sorry to write this, however, since I pay attention to what other travellers say in their reviews, I felt it necessary to give a bit of an update on this property. Some offers are no longer available at this property, i.e. breakfast, pizza doughs/oven, etc., so please enquire beforehand to avoid disappointment. On first impression the property looked like it could benefit from some TLC, however, this might be explained by the fact that it was autumn when we stayed. What really upset me though was that our 'chalet' was in such a sad state. We were told it was ready for us, yet the deck was covered in leaves, and as we entered it became clear that the rooms, kitchen area and bathroom had not been cleaned for a long time. What stopped us from leaving straight away was the fact that the linen on the bed was clean (whilst of a slightly musty odour), and the fact that Steve appeared to be a genuinely nice person. I am sure this was a superb place to stay, once upon a time. A bit of TLC, a very good clean. And we might consider staying again. But not whilst it is in this sad state. Sorry.

Booked for a one-night weekend away with a group of friends. The cabins are a good size, have a separate kitchen with fridge and separate bathroom. The beds were in separate areas, separated with a curtain for added privacy. There had been recent updates to the bathroom and the shower was great. Make sure you book the massage in advance as it's well worth it! Lovely grounds and a very chill atmosphere. The host is very welcoming, friendly and accommodating.

They had forgotten we had ordered breakfast, so make sure you give them a nudge before you go. As has been mentioned in other reviews, all the the important bits like beds and linen and floor were clean, but walls, windows, etc were a bit grubby. Deck was a bit overgrown. Just needs a scrub up. Nothing major to stop me wanting to come back though!

The location

Nothing

Great value for money

No breakfast

All ok

Awesome location. Owner very friendly. We were meant to in the yurt but was not set up so put into a cottage. The outlook was stunning but place needs a tidy up. Our door front door wouldn't shut without help. Just needs a bit of TLC. Awesome location and price with lots of visitors.

It needs some work done.