Exceptionally clean, super comfortable and very welcoming. Host (Martin) makes a genuine effort to give guests staying in his home a pleasant experience. Bedroom was large & bed was mighty comfortable - had a superb sleep! Great (shared) shower & bathroom facilities. Good breakfast selection presented in the morning. Kitchen is well equipped. Living/dining/kitchen areas are spacious. Easy outdoor access and off-street parking provided. From arrival to departure, everything a traveller could wish for in an overnight stay.

It was comfortable and had a washer and dryer and a very nice drying rack. It was great to have breakfast.

I wasn't clear when we booked that Martin lived there and has cats. My husband is allergic to cats. The house was clean though so that wasn't a real problem. Martin was very nice but we were very tired from canoeing the river and just wanted to rest . We felt a little awkward.

A beautiful old homestead whith comfortable rooms and lounge area. The host was really lovely and we enjoyed his company - but he was very sensitive and did not intrude on our privacy. The beds were very comfortable and the bathroom well appointed and clean. We had full access to everything in the kitchen and Martin was very generous. I would stay there again.

A beautiful garden setting, with a cute house cat. Martin was super helpful with accommodating our arrival and restaurant suggestions. The breakfast selection excellent. He went out of his way to accommodate our gluten free/ dairy free needs. The bathroom was very roomy and bed comfortable. It was a great price for the option of two rooms if travelling with friends.

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Breakfast same as we would eat at home. Cereal, fruit, yogurt and toast and hot drink. Helpful host. Not intrusive, but likes to chat if you give opportunity

We arrived late afternoon, found house ok with GPS. Difficult to find my way back once I bought takeaways to eat as it was dark. By then, I had difficulty with my internet. Not fault of host though.

Taumarunui is a lovely little town and a convenient spot to break a long journey. The property is a lovely old NZ home and garden. You share the facilities with your host, who is retired and an artist, and he makes his guests most welcome. Really comfortable bedrooms and our own bathroom. Good communication and advice about local amenities.

Could not be better!

Beautiful house and easy to find! Very homely. It was less than a 5 minute drive to the beginning of the Forgotten World tour, which is why we stayed in Taumarunui. The host, Martin, who lives on site, was a very lovely character and quite interesting to talk to! Very friendly and considerate of his guests.

Room and bed were comfortable and tastefully furnished. Interesting conversation with the host. Good variety of items for wholesome breakfast. Clean bathroom, good shower. Outdoor deck (however weather wasn't favourable to be out on it!)

Perhaps dont need so many cushions on the bed!

A warm and welcoming honestly log fire going when l arrived well appointed bedroom with my own bathroom across the hall . Martin the host so welcoming and paying attention to ensure my stay was all l could wished for . With some great conversation added in

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I had a lovely stay at Martin's house. He was super accommodating - very friendly and a great host. The rooms were warm, comfy and cozy. I stayed prior to running the Timber Trail and it was a perfect spot to start my journey from. Samantha the cat was a highlight!