Without any forward bookings for accommodation last week when travelling through from Tauranga to Auckland, my wife and I arrived in Paeroa 10 minutes after the information centre had closed, so had to jump on-line to search for accommodation. Corbett House came up in our search, so I called and spoke to Margot, who said she would welcome us to stay the night. The home is amazing, nearly 100 years old, solid rimu floors, high ceilings, plenty of rooms, truly beautiful. Margot was a great host, breakfast was lovely, with her home made jams. Hikutaia is only a small country town, actually, only a few houses, school and pub, but a good stopping off point (and the staff and locals at the Tavern 200m away, where we had dinner, were really friendly.