Stay in our 2 bedroom cottage in your own garden area which has lounge, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry.

You may choose to have complete privacy or be one of the family. You can prepare breakfast from provisions provided in the cottage or share with hosts in their home. There is a BBQ available on request.

When not hosting international students in their home accommodation may be available for two people in guest room in hosts home with ensuite and tea and coffee facilities, separate entrance and use of hosts home.

Colleen is a business administration tutor and Isaac (Ike), who is a NZ Maori, is a coach driver with a background of farming and paper industry. He is a keen fisherman and golfer. Both Colleen and Ike are active in "Lions" and also enjoy Motorhome travel.

You are assured of a warm welcome at their modest accommodation. You will have the opportuity to learn more about Maori culture.

Let them help you make the most of your time during your stay in this interesting and beautiful part of New Zealand with its Lakes, Walks, Thermal Activity, Maori Culture, a variety of attractions and shopping.

Take day trips to to Taupo, Whakatane andTauranga. There is so much to do - make sure you allow enough time!

24 hours notice for Dinner.

Off-road parking.