Amazing value for money; casual atmosphere and simple/rustic accommodation, but had a very comfortable stay. Comfy bed, good showers, fully equipped kitchen, plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the morning sun, and free use of the washing machine, complete with clothes line and pegs. I had booked a bed in a shared room, but since they weren't fully booked, guests were distributed across the rooms so that I still got a room to myself. A lot of moths wanting to get inside in the evening, but not too many mosquitoes or sandflies. Highly recommend this accommodation!

The location was really cool. Loved being away from the city/any lights. The facilities are simple but all you need. There was lots of room and multiple elements for cooking and a great variety of utensils and a fabulous pan. The owners were so so lovely and really kind. All the other staying there were so awesome as well. Really chill spot and served us well.

The only thing I could suggest is the kitchen to supply oil salt and pepper for cooking. We didn't really end up needing it. But would be a nice and easy thing to supply.

Very well signed and laid out tracks. Handy to have tea making facilities in the shelters on the way. Despite the rain the views and terrain were very scenic. Excellent facilities for cooking, and comfortable spaces to relax after each days walk (we did two day version so did not stay at Bush Hut) Comfortable beds. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Just one small point, the log fire in Valley Hut smoked a lot, perhaps due to a blocked chimney?

This is basically a caravan parked near the fast flowing river. Its very comfortable and there is no one around. however, you can easily walk around some bushes and be on the road again. This accomodation gives you the luxury of quiet spaceto just think - a rare commodity. Beautiful unique quilts and artwork on the walls, not shown on the bookings photos. There is even a coffee pot for the stove.

A very minor item: pumping the drinking water into the kitchen. Please just leave 5ltr of water in bottles. Otherwise perfect escape from civilization.

This is a very unique and memorable place to stay--in converted sheepherders' huts. We were given a lovely hut for a couple, which was very warm and cozy. There were also a number of backpackers rooms. Kitchen was very appreciated. Showers nice and hot. And it's a good stopover if you are cycling over the Lindis Pass

Nothing. But it is a rustic site by definition.

Checking in with Tim and Jeva was superbly easy and pleasant. They have an EFTPOS machine that would make checking in more convenient too. They were really kind in allowing us to wander around their property and play with their dogs a bit. Sheets are changed with every new visitor.

Would be great if there were a few more spotlights to show the way when we walk to the toilet at night, though usually should not be an issue with a mobile phone flashlight. Depending on your neighbours, they might snore pretty loud with the sound travelling to your room which isnt quite the accommodation's fault i suppose.

Nice warm blankets, peaceful place, heating in rooms, towels provided

Had some wifi struggles (but maybe it was just my phone?) which was unfortunate because One NZ barely has service there. Bathroom and kitchen are not in the same building as bedrooms so gotta leave the warmth to go shower and pee :( small fridge, thin walls

We stayed in the Gypsy Hut, close to the river. We enjoyed the very large, outdoor, clawfoot bathtub. The off-grid, utilities and fixtures (including) functioned well. This was a memorable adventure.

We have been looking forward to starting gaizing in this dark-sky area but the weather was cloudy.

Loved the isolation the space incredible view of night sky obviously that's not guaranteed spent some time trying to explain to a Chinese girl where Orion's belt lay and significance of belt pointing to Sirius the dog star ⭐ brightest star in the sky not sure if I get through but the whole process of travelling is meeting people so nothing lost Beds comfiest I've stayed in all week

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We got the new rooms, so we were happy. Facilities were adequate. There was no barn to park our bikes in handy, but we parked them behind the new block we were staying in

We had a bit of trouble finding the place. Google tried to send us to Omarama Station & the owner wasn't impressed