2 I already wrote the review so not sure where this bit goes that you've requested. ...
I already wrote the review so not sure where this bit goes that you've requested. The only thing I'd add is that it's not strictly " by" the beach, you have to walk down the steps at the side of the host's house, then along a road, first. This may not suit someone with lots of beach gear.
There's a dairy at Matapouri, that's it. Next place is Titukaka, with a pereol station, small marina, a couple of expensive restaurants and a pizza place that got mixed reviews. A bit dull, especially for a winter break, in summer it's probably very busy. Probably good if you have a second property here for weekends and holidays. Ticked the box, no need to return.
Eric, United Kingdom