Guest Book Comments . . .

Easter / 2026

Joanne rated their stay 5 stars!

Fab fab fabulous 🤩. Nice beaches to choose from for us to go fishing. Wonderful hosts, great to chat with & made us feel right at home. Clean, tidy, everything you needed. Thanks Kathy & Terry for sharing some smoked fish with us & any fruit you had from your property. Definitely recommend.

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March / 2026

Luke

“This a truly wonderful place. Amazing, kind hosts and a location that's very hard to beat. Views, incredible bush/rain forest, birdsong, and a short walk down to a spectacular beach. Very highly recommended!”

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29/4/24

Jennifer & Maarten

Auckland/Tauranga

Broke down with a blown up gearbox right in this beautiful town. Kathy & Terry have been the most amazing hosts (together with their friends Rick & Marie) helping us to fix everything and made us feel at home.

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14 – 19/2/24

Margo & Ky Pryde

Lake Hayes

Thank you so much Kathy & Terry. This has been a heavenly break from all the pressures of life. You really do have your own piece of paradise here. It’s been a 5 star experience in every way.

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22/3/24

Jo & Johnny

Whangamata

Amazing BnB. Loved our stay. Your attention to detail is outstanding.

5 star!!

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12/3/2/4

Jo & Troy

Gisborne

Fabulous - Loved every minute, such paradise – thank you for being such amazing hosts.

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28/2/24

Ann & David

Beautiful tranquil spot.

Thank Kathy & Terry

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10/3/24

Emily & Brian

. . . moving to Chch.

Absolutely marvellous. Thanks so much !

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26/2/24

Cam & Ian

Palmerston North & Hamilton

Stunning place, location and scenery.

Thank you Kathy

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24 – 26/2/24

Emma & Ryan

Havelock North

Such a wonderful place to relax. We are very lucky to enjoy your home.

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16 – 18/2/24

Adele

Tauranga

Amazing place. Thank you so much for sharing. Thank you for the fruit, bacon, eggs, everything you provided was just beautiful.

Awesome hosts! All the best for the future Kathy & Terry.

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11 – 15/2/24

Wendy & Peter

Hamilton

Thank you for this special thoughtful set up space. We are especially grateful for the kitchen. So compact and so many considerate things. Lovely to you Kathy & Terry – such warmth and generosity of spirit. We are truly recharged.

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8/2/2/4

Darren & Cathryn

Te Awamutu

Thank you for sharing your beautiful piece of paradise with us.

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7/2/24

Virna & Floeusi

Tahiti

Thank you Kathy for your great welcome and all your kind attentions which we greatly appreciated. Your next among the trees is particularly cozy. We leave you a good bottle of wine to drink with Terry. Thanks again.

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6/2/24

Jeremy & Morag

Auckland

Loved the birdsong, the bush, the tranquillity & the hosting was fantastic. Planning to return.

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4/2/24

Richard & Nicola

Great rest up place, really comfortable with fab views – we will return.

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30/1/24

Erin & Mark

Opotiki

Aatahua!

A true house for grown- ups. Loved hanging with the birds.

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21/1/24

Lynda & Wally

Mt Maunganui

Perfect place to unwind. Accommodation just perfect & vista thru the gardens to the sea. Well done.

Louise & Kerry – Miharo!

Such a beautiful peaceful spot. Thank you for the very well stocked cupboards, the Ecoya “French Pear” & your warm hospitality. We will recommend it to our friends. Nga mihi nui.

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16/1/24

Andrew & Nic

Masterton

A beautiful spot-where even the rain was a joy.

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13/1/24

Simon, Marina, & Leonie

Munich, Germany

We had a very nice stay at this quiet and nice place and truly enjoyed the beautiful garden and view.

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13/1/24

Jean & David

Oxford England & BOP NZ

After a long drive today. . . . . . . Wow!!

The perfect place to unwind and enjoy the calm and comfort of this fabulous place. 

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12/1/24

Zoe & Kevin

Fielding

What a special spot! Loved having the tropical plants all around and hearing all the bird sounds. Thank you, Kathy & Terry, and hats off for the hospitality.

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9/1/24

Mark & Julianne

A wonderful stay. What a paradise this is.

Terry & Kathy are perfect hosts.

A gorgeous, peaceful spot with great books and extra thoughtful touches.

Thank you

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6/1/24

Tim & Trina

Brisbane

Such a special place!

Thank you for your wonderful hospitality, extra treats and quiet paradise. Good luck with your future adventures.

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5/1/24

Kevin & Horiana

Gisborne

Wow! Loved the place/the path – what a great idea and the cottage is great.

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31/12/23 – 4/1/24

Alex & Mary

Porirua

Beautiful stay here again, what a place to see in the New Year.

Thank you, Kathy & Terry.

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24 – 26/12/23

Bobby & Jackie Price

Gisborne/SA

Thank you for spoiling us rotten over Christmas. Your bnb is one of the best we have stayed in!

We will be back.

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17-18/12/23

Phill & Kimberly Dodd

Banks Peninsula

What a great place. So wonderful to be tucked up in amongst the bush, fantastic bay. Loved it,

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9/12/23

Liz & Andrew

Auckland

Amazing stay. Thank you Kathy, we had a lovely relaxing time.

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17 – 19/11/23

Onlee & Travis & Doggos Holly & Chap.

Dunedin

Kia Ora! Thank you for your hospitality and offering the BEST dog friendly Airbnb.

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14/11/23

Haimes

Berlin – Germany

What a wonderful place! And thank you so much Kathy & Terry you are fantastic hosts!!! I’d love to have stayed longer…..

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12/11/23

Gail, Alna, Marie

New Mexico USA

Thank you so much! You are awesome. wish we could have stayed longer.

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20/10/23

Nikki & Donna

Gisborne

Lovely to take a break in a quiet tranquil area with no phones.tv; enjoyed our time here.

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10/10/23

Fleur Elise

Gisborne

What a lovely oasis amongst native bush, overlooking the ocean, I felt right at home & very inspired. The perfect hideout for creative endeavours. Merci.!

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4/10/23

Shelley

Auckland

Wonderful stay with my pooch, Rupert, so lovely and peaceful and enjoyed all the thoughtful touches.

Thank you.

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10/9/23

Charmaine

Maketu

Thanks for sharing your place of sanctuary. The restfulness of body, stillness of mind and the holistic healing it brings through Wairua of nature that surrounds the property.

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27/8/23

Simon & Alex

Alex and I have had a brilliant stay.

Thank you for your hospitality. The fish was a perfect addition to our dinner; and having an evening in this beautiful space was perfect.

Thank you - Simon & Alex

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12/8/23

Steve & Mihi

Gisborne

Peace and tranquillity.

Just what was needed.

Thank you. Xx

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5/8/23

SP & Hanle

Tauranga

Thanks Kathy & Terry for your amazing hospitality and for being so accommodating with our boat and fur babies. This is an absolute gem.

Wish we could stay longer.

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29/7/23

Amiria & Heni Coe Tait

Raukokore

Fab time to take a break in this space kia tau ( be peaceful)

Awesome hosts……………tino ataahua te whare nei ka hoki mai ano.

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22/7/23

Maraea & Josephine & Beau

Atahua location, nice to be in the trees. Kathy was awesome & being dog friendly is choice!

We will be back! Nga mihi

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17/7/23

Nicole & Beck

Tamaki Makaurau

Great place to stay on 35, so quiet and peaceful. Thank you for having us while we were in the Bay.

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20/6/23

Brad Jerome Willy

Waihi Beach

Thanks, you are truly amazing people with the best loved our 3 hour stop over on the way to catch some big tuna!

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7/6/23

Mary & Gary

Gisborne

Thank you for sharing your beautiful slice of paradise.

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20/5/23

Gloria

Gisborne

Once again, a blissful 2 days in paradise.

Thank you Kathy – the most wonderful hostess.

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29/4/23

Ranui, Ari & Aniwa

Rotorua

Wonderful hosts, beautiful accommodation & a stunning setting. Thank you for looking after us.

Aroha nui

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05 January 2023

Ren-Ai Irene

AUCKLAND

We do not have enough superlatives to praise our stay with Kathy and Terry, who are the absolute super friendly hosts, and their place is just beautiful and spacious with all the best fittings and special touches. It is worth every penny. We felt it was the best AirBnB experience we have ever had, and unreservedly recommend it to everyone, and will definitely come back again if we are in the area, thank you so much!

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04 Aug. 2022

Anna & Vitalii

AUCKLAND

Such a lovely place, no matter what’s the weather outside! Thank you Kathy and Terry for making our stay so comfortable, we’ll definitely come back! Special thanks from our cat Tequisha, she liked watching the birds!

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12 June 2022

Di & Blue

PUKAWA

Lovely cottage, has everything you need & great you can bring your dog! Coco was happy too.

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Queen’s Birthday Weekend 2022

Tania & Colin

TAUPO

Loved every minute staying at Sheldrake. Thank you Kathy & Terry for making our stay so relaxing!! We’ll be back.

PS. Bye bye Jacque.

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31/5/2022

John

Waiheke Island

I’m travelling for work with my dog Kaiser! So good to find a pet friendly accommodation. What a lovely place to come after a long day at work. Definitely coming back.

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19/5/2022

Gail

Gisborne

What a fantastic experience. Such a blissful, relaxing place & the hosting is next level. Thank you so much.

I’ll be back.

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19/5 2022

Gloria

Gisborne

Thank you for allowing us to share this spot in paradise. Loved our stay in this amazing place – wonderful hosts. Xx

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16/5/2022

Adam & Robyn

Tauranga/Whakatane

Thank you so much for a beautiful & peaceful stay. You have an amazing spot here and we feel honoured you shared it with us.

Thanks for cuppa, muffins & the stories; shared lives & the land.

We would love to come back again.

Cheers Adam, Robyn

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29/4 – 1/5 2022

Cathy & Riccardo and Alby

Tauranga

Thank you for the lovely stay.

This really is a little slice of paradise.

Hope to be back.

Thank you.

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27/4/2022

Phyllis & Alan & muffin

Rotorua

What a wonderful surprise. This place exceeded our expectations. A pity we weren’t staying longer as trees and birds were great – so relaxing!!

Will recommend to others and love to come again sometime.

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21/22 April 2022

Melissa & Dave

Wellington

Thank you both for such a wonderful stay.

An oasis of calm.

A little piece of paradise.

Such a perfect spot for two tired travellers. Really enjoyed the extra treats, especially freshly picked feijoas   and home baked cooking. Thank you.

We will definitely be back.

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26/4/2022

Isabel & Paul White

Tauranga

What a lovely place to stay.

It is nice to sit outside amongst the tuis and enjoy the ambience.

You are great hosts. Thank you.

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18/4/2022

Stephen and Laura Dee

Auckland

This is a fabulous place! And you are fabulous hosts – every little detail thought about. We only wish we could stay longer. Thank you for looking after us so well.

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15 – 17th April

Brent, Leigh, Harrison, Tyler

Thank you for a fabulous Easter Weekend. The cottage is so comfortable and has everything anyone needs for a relaxing stay. You guys are the best hosts.

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11th April

Maurice & Vivien

New Plymouth

Awesome hideaway from the bustle of city life. Great place to stay and unwind.

Thank you for all the little treats.

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1 – 3 April 2022

Kathryn & Eckart

Whakatane

Thanks very much for sharing your idyllic piece of paradise with us. The cottage is the perfect retreat and the extra “goodies” a welcome surprise. You’re the perfect hosts and we will be recommending you to others for sure.

Thank you

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27/03/2022

Sarah & Jessie

Such a wonderful relaxing stay – thank you & see you next time.

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19/03/2022

Abby

Rotorua

Such a stunning tranquil spot. Everything you could need! Thank you for being such wonderful hosts!

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18/03/2022

Vicki & Dion

Thanks for a lovely stay – most enjoyable – would have loved another night or two but we know for next time.

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17/03/22

Max & Annette

Lovely hosts, great spot, friendly tradies. Many thanks for smoking the fish.

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13 Mar. 2022

Bonnie

Hamilton

This airbnb is gorgeous and so much more than the photos show. You park next to the hosts garage and walk approx 20m through beautiful NZ bush to get to the apartment.

The apartment is raised so the extensive deck (with very comfy seating) is amongst the branches of the trees, very much like a treehouse. Bellbirds and Kereru are just a couple of the birds we saw and heard. On three sides the view is native bush and on the deck side is native bush and a glimpse through Pohutukawa's to the sea.

The apartment is very well stocked with everything you need (plus more) and the hosts are very friendly and generous people. We only wished we could have stayed longer.

6th March 2022

Geoff & Jo

Tauranga

What a beautiful place you guys have here – thank you for sharing it with us! The serenity, the bird life, the bush walks, the beach – couldn’t have asked for more. Thanks for being such wonderful hosts.

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3/3/2022

Kath – Texas

Beautiful place to stay at you guys enjoyed it very much.

Thanks guys for your hospitality

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26 Feb. 2022

Craig & Kate

Tauranga

Comfy bed, wonderful setting AAA experience.

Appreciated the unexpected goodies and open style of you two ( Kathy & Terry).

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24 Feb. 2022

Donna & Denis

Auckland

Really enjoyed our relaxing stay here – walking the beach, the garden, enjoying the treats in the fridge and home grown bananas! Thanks Kathy & Terry.

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20/22 Feb. 2022

Steve & Julie

Christchurch

Amazing slice of paradise. Such a lovely place to recharge for a few days.

Thank you Kathy & Terry for being such great hosts. The added extras made the difference.

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16/19 Feb. 2022

Wendy & Sally & Clifford (dog)

Cambridge

Thank you Kathy & Terry – a magical place – relaxing & re-energised.

Totally appreciated your place and your friendliness.

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11/12 Feb. 2022

Emilio & Patricia

Auckland (Italy & Philippines)

Thank you for being amazing hosts for letting us stay in this wonderful BnB! Lovely spot – we had an amazing time! Look forward to coming back again once we have pets!

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6 - 8 FEB. 2022

Pip, Caroline & Poppy

Havelock North

Thank you Kathy & Terry.

Loved the Cottage, so well -appointed and gorgeous views through the trees. Really appreciated being able to bring Poppy too.

Look forward to coming back for longer next time.

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5th/ 6 FEB. 2022

Scarlett & Daniel

Taupo / Wellington

What a wonderful place,we felt so relaxed, comfortable and happy during our stay. We can't wait to come back.

Amazing!!!

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4 FEB. 2022

Cecelia & Stuart Roke

Keep up the good work you two. It's going to be even more fab! You're lovely hosts.

Thank you.

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29 - 30 JAN. 2022

Yasmin & Soheil

Auckland

What an amazing nature retreat, stellar hospitality, an absolute treat. Looking forward to come again.

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24 - 27 JAN. 2022

Hilton, Katy, Spud & Kyriss

Gisborne

What a fantastic spot. Thank you for being such wonderful hosts. and for welcoming our fur babies. xx

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21 JAN. 2022

Jolene, Mike, Eva & Marnie

Eastbourne, Wellington

Wow! Such a magical place to stay.

Thank you for looking after us, wish we could stay longer!

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