Guest comments
From our visitors book 2009-2010

Jan-09 “We came on a personal recommendation and it has surpassed all our expectations. Fabulous location, food and hosts ...” J & B, UK

March-09 “Claire and Bill, we can’t thank you enough for everything you have done to make our wedding in NZ even more wonderful than we could have hoped for. The setting was breathtaking, the food phenomenal, the beautifully judged and thoughtful kiwi hospitality consistently moving. Pawhaoa Bay Lodge will always be very special to us ...” B & K, UK

March-09 “Well I don't know where to begin - our stay at Pawhaoa was just wonderful - way beyond even our highest expectations. The website hardly begins to show what a fantastic location and beautiful house you have made - and the lovely garden, and that's' before mentioning the outstanding hospitality of the host and hostess. You had thought of every little detail from the personal welcome letters, beautiful wedding menus, lovely table settings and flowers and THE DELICIOUS FOOD (from our first scone I knew we were in for a gourmet stay...) As you saw we loved everything you made - the wedding dinner was superb as was the Friday night supper - and Bill's smoked kahawhai was just the best. The 'boys' loved being able to kayak, fish and swim from the Lodge and that's something most English poeple don't do on their wedding day, but above all it was the caring and sensitive way that you both hosted the occasion which made it so memorable.
Ben and Katya had the most special two days and felt very honoured that they were given Trevor and Rose's Maori welcome (thank you for organising that). I thought Katya looked beautiful and they were both so happy.” J & D, UK

Oct-09 “What a great place to stay! Lovely food, company, house and scenery. We could have spent a lot more time here.” J & S, UK

Nov-09 “Don’t want to leave...so spoilt...loved absolutely everything about Pawhaoa, food, garden, company.” L & N, UK

Nov-09 “Absolutely fabulous few days of walks, sunsets, great hosts, fabulous meals-totally relaxing.” R & D, Melbourne, Australia

Dec-09 “A little bit of heaven-wonderful view, food, hospitality, could stay for ever. Thankyou so much for a great stay.” A & C, UK

Dec-09 “We have been transported to a land of cool, soothing sea, warm sun, beautiful bird life, mouth-watering cuisine, fragrant wines and great company.” C & G, Auckland, NZ

strong>Dec-09 “What a perfect place to spend Christmas. Great food, fantastic company & hosts with stunning scenery.” J & C, Australia, NZ

Dec-09 “Had a fabulous time here at Pawhaoa, wish we could stay longer. The food was exceptional. Thanks for all your help on our trip.” S & R, UK

Dec-09 “This must be the Bay of Islands biggest secret. It was absolute bliss waking up to bird song and going to sleep listening to the waves. It was a wonderful few days.” K & S, Aucklands

Jan-10 “How lucky we were to share your ‘secrete’! It was wonderful, your warm welcome, your meals, your help with our plans...we’ll never forget these days with you both.” C & J, Netherlands

Feb-10 “What I can say is that this is the most incredible place we have stayed in NZ, if not in our entire 40 years of travel. Everything was perfect. Claire and Bill are outstanding, food is great.... my only regret is it is not closer to NY. ” N & H, New York, USA

Feb-10 “Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise with us. Ridiculously good weather, too relaxing for words, vegetarian food for real vegos, but most importantly peace and quiet. We shall be back.” J & P, UK

March-10 “During our 2 months in NZ we enjoyed the nature. However, while staying 11 nights with you we got to know what is nice about people from NZ. You gave us much more than we ever imagined. Joining you for fishing, introducing us to the Maori weaving techniques, collecting pipis and oysters or talking to you and your interesting guests was very very rewarding. We loved to see our girls (4 & 6yrs)get attached to you and Louis (the cat) Thankyou for you overwhelming friendliness.” R, A, H & C - Berlin, Germany

Mar-10 “Thankyou for a wonderful sojourn in your idyllic Lodge. Unforgettable views, warm hospitality and delicious cuisine. You have been perfect hosts and we hope to cone and see you again soon. We loved every minute.”

 

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Dec-08 “Thankyou so much for an outstanding stay at your Lodge. We enjoyed every second of it and got a new energy for daily life. Thanks for the perfect hospitality and marvellous food . ” M & A, Heidelberg

Jan-09 “We have stayed at some wonderful places during our 3 weeks in NZ but this takes first prize!! Thankyou for your wonderful hospitality ...” R & S, Surrey - UK

Feb-09 “After 8 nights we have to leave your land, our temporary paradise. Thank you for sharing it with us. Your food was wonderful.” M & H, Holland

Jan-08"We found Mexican charm, warmth and service top of the world. THANKYOU.” A & Y, Mexico

Jan-08 " Thankyou so much for making us feel at home. This is a prefect place to finish up a trip to your beautiful country. We will always have fond memories of you, the garden, birds, everything .” F & N, Switzerland

Jan-08 “ Wow! Keep it up. A spiritual place on this Earth. You have created an Eden here ......” B & S, USA

Feb-08 “ Thankyou for a fantastic stay in NZ, delicious food, great hospitality..” D & H, Frances

Feb-08 “ Thankyou so much for making our stay with you so perfect, especially allowing us to hold our wedding with you at the very last minute. Your generosity and hospitality was first rate.” C & G, UK

Feb-08 “ We loved our say with you. You made us feel like family and your setting is so beautiful. The food and hospitality is 6 star!.” R & E, USA

Feb-08 “ Where to start? Thankyou so much for absolutely everything. We love this place and will always hold it close in our hearts since we got married here. We'll be back.” S & R, UK

Mar-08 “ It is a wonderful place here. Bill and Claire are the best hosts and chef. Food was delicious, dinners perfect. We had a wonderful time here, it was a dream.” P & E, Berlin

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Mar-08 “ Thankyou for a wonderful couple of days - the meals were terrific and wonderful hospitality, including special lotions and potions. It's a spectacular spot ... congratulations on creating something so beautiful.” M & S, USA

Apr-08 “ Claire and Bill, we could not have picked a better place to celebrate our 25th Wedding anniversary. Thank you for this piece of heaven.” M & P, NZ

May-08 “Thankyou for restoring us to happy calm people. Spectacular place to ‘return’ to oneself.” R & K, USA

March-07 “When we came in, we never expected such warm and excellent hospitality. We had a great time with Bill and Claire, thankyou you so very much and Auf Wiedersehn.” R & M, Germany

Dec-06 “As you know , this trip away represents a big adventure for us. Our first visit to NZ, the first vacation for the 6 of us together, and our first Xmas away from Canada. Staying with you could not have been a more perfect. You welcomed us weary travellers with warmth and attentive care. Your location is gorgeous, your accommodation is wonderful and you are both fantastic hosts. We could not have been happier. You have created a very special place here, comfortable, even luxurious, but without any pretentiousness or undue formality. It has been a delight staying here, we could not imagine a better way to get over jetlag or a nicer way to celebrate Xmas 2006. Thankyou for everything.” M, P, W, M, T & J - Canada