First stayed in Jan-Feb 2022
This ground floor apartment with original features is homely and comfortable and very well equipped. There is one bedroom with en-suite, kitchen, lounge and dining area. There is ample wardrobe storage space and a safe. There are some lovely paintings around the property of local scenes, possibly painted by one of the family. There is a pretty patio/balcony with comfortable furniture which overlooks the gardens. For me, I would like the shrubbery in front of the patio to be reduced in height in order to see the gardens. The gardens are beautiful and well maintained and the whole complex is peaceful and quiet, ideal for older guests. The pool is a good size and provides plenty of sun loungers. There is also a popular Chinese restaurant on site. They say it’s the little things that make a difference and you’ll find lots of these.
The beaches, bus stops and supermarket are all an easy walk away as are shops and restaurants.
The apartment does not have its own wi-fi but this is freely available in the lobby and ‘library’.
The owner Kate is kind, generous and very responsive to questions and queries, a delight to deal with.
Feb 2023
The apartment is in a great location for easy access to beaches, shops and the supermarket Massey. The surrounding gardens and pool are very well maintained, though a little noisy on grass cutting day! This was our second stay here and feel that it really needs its own wi-fi. The community wi-fi was very difficult to connect to and not reliable. Also, the shower was a bit intimidating. It can take a while for the hot water to come through, then occasionally it’s not very hot and other times it is scalding. Be careful.
