Monthly Rentals in Taiarapu-Est

I booked in for a month long writing retreat and I had the most special time along the way. Wendy is the definition of manaaki – a kupu Māori from home that feels the only accurate description of Wendy. It was lovely getting to meet her whānau in snippets too. My stay felt homely and as if I gained a second mum 😅 I was very sad to leave but I know I’ll be back for a stay or at least a visit either way. To anyone else who may have hesitancies re: birds, they were delightfully charming. I arrived with a childhood phobia of farm/larger birds. By the end, I had given them all pet-names and informed my partner we’ll be getting chickens 🦚🐓

The check-in experience was very easy with extremely clear instructions provided. The house was clean and comfortable. The hero of the property is the veranda where you can sit for hours and listen to the waves and watch the clouds drift by.

amazing place to stay

Our stay went very, very well. Anne-Françoise and Serge welcomed us with handmade flower necklaces and a freshly opened coconut with a straw inside. The accommodation was spotless, a big highlight for the terrace equipped with a hammock and with views of the mountains, with even a small glimpse of the sea. Anne-Françoise and Serge served us breakfast every morning: everything was homemade, with local fruits, often from their own garden. Love it for breakfast! The bed was very comfortable, equipped with a large screen, perfect for quiet nights. The bungalow lets the coolness of the night, making the nights very enjoyable. Their garden is filled with local fruits and plants that they make you discover with pleasure. When we left, we were offered beautiful handmade shell necklaces. Thank you so much!