Guest comments

May-09 “Our marriage in your gardens in March, over looking the sea, was the intimate, personal and the special occasion that we hoped for - and so much more. Your thoughtfulness and sensitivity are very much the reason for so much of what was wonderful and you are deeply entwined in all of the fond memories we have. Despite eating at some wonderful places during the rest of our time in NZ, nowhere came close to the culinary magic you shared with us” B & K, 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

Jan-09 “Our first visit and after 7 wonderful fully relaxing days are reluctant to leave. A simply outstanding stay. We will return.” P & J, Hobart - Tasmania

Feb-09 “A corner of paradise! The most perfect setting, beautiful home. Too much delicious food and wonderfully available and generous hosts. We would love to return ...” K & T, UK

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

Nov-08 “We can’t think of a better way to start our NZ experience than to stay with you in your beautiful Lodge. It was wonderful meeting and talking with you ...” M & E, USA

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

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

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