Superb

Very good

Liked: The location, views and general setting was amazing! Very uncomplicated check-in and check-out
Disliked: Breakfast could offer a bit more. Would be great if you bring some of your own food because the kitchen is very well equipped. You also get some toast and marmalade, for us not quite enough to then go on a hike tbh. But if you are prepared thats alright.Some guests didn't know, that the separate bathroom was ours.as there is no lock for the bathroom some walked in while we were busy

We had a great stay...

Liked: George was nice and hospitable, providing everything one would need for a short stay. Location was perfect too so close to the Mount, and an amazing green space!

Passable

Liked: The grounds were beautiful. It was more of an air bnb. Breakfast was on your own with cold cereal or toast. There were items in the refrigerator, but wasn’t sure what we were allowed to eat. No one was around. The room could have been cleaner. Drawers needed to be emptied and vacuumed. When we attempted to pull out the sofa sleeper there were items and dust behind the couch. Walls are thin. Could hear snoring in another room. We weren’t familiar with the area and would have liked some info.

Tranquility at its best.

Liked: The location, although off the beaten track, was tranquil and stunning.
Disliked: Advertised as a ‘suite’ it was only a room with a shared bathroom, kitchen and living area. The house stank of stale cigarette smoke and stirred my asthma. This needs to be conveyed in the advertising.

Great Taranaki Stay

Liked: Georges was great value for money and ideally located for Taranki walks and access to New Plymouth. George was a great host and very well organised. Thanks George for your hospitality.

Good

Exceptional

Liked: Beautiful home, thanks for sharing it with me for may stay, George. Welcoming host, gets all the basics done while offering additional services and assistance if required. Spacious room with ensuite, comfortable bed and all round felt comfortable while staying.Breakfast available, just help yourself. On site laundry facilities available for use. Beautiful views from inside and outside at night.Would stay again given the opportunity (The Mangorei Track + Pouakai Circuit Reflective Tarn trailhead is close, so there is that chance of another!)
Disliked: Only really accessible by car, with a 10 minute drive from New Plymouth in each direction, otherwise too far from anything interesting.

Best homebase for Taranaki fun....

Liked: Beautiful house with gorgeous gardens and views. Very comfortable home base for exploring the area, and George is a fun and very engaging host.