L'avantage de la vie à la campagne

This charming wood and tin house is perched up overlooking farmland, and the highway. It captures an old-fashioned feel, with lots of unique, homely touches. There is a great porch and deck to relax on, a wonderfully well stocked library, and all the amenities you need. We were even greeted by a hedgehog in the garden. The area has lots of scenic reserves to explore, and Waipatiki beach is around 45 minutes away. Note: you are 60km from Napier (for the nearest petrol station), and thee are few places nearby to get supplies, so stock up before you arrive. The tin roof flexes with the heat, and creaks and booms as it cools in the evening, but that apart, it is a very peaceful place.