My partner & I stayed with Chris & Dave for one night only - our mistake as we would have loved to spend longer but prior comittments mean't we had to move on. My partner was hesitant to go to a homestay but after such a warm welcome, assistance with booking to go to a Hangi, travel advice, spotless room... More

We spent two nights as guests at Chris and Dave's home. They made us feel very welcome and their hospitality was excellent. Chris arranged a wonderful Maori Hangi evening for us on the day we arrived, as well as advising us of the best local attractions. We enjoyed sharing breakfast and a chat with our hosts, as well as the... More

A choice of rooms all overlooking the lake - very peaceful and beautiful. Chris and Dave could not have made us more welcome and helped us plan our activities. Chris cooked us a fabulous breakfast and even came for a walk with us to show us the local beauty spot before we left

We arrived at Panorama srraight off the red eye from UK. What a welcome and what wonderful hosts Chris and Dave were. We were so glad that we chose to stay with them, in their lovely house with the fantastic views, rather than in the town with its sometimes "aromas". Rotorua is a must for any visitor to New Zealand... More

We stayed 7 nights with Chris & Dave and had a wunderful time.The Mokoia Room is beautiful and comfortable with a stunning view over Lake Rotorua day and night (also directly from the bed!). Chris and Dave are great hosts, we feeled like a part of the family. We got a lot of A perfect place to stay for more... More

This was our 1st experience with a homestay and it was wonderful. Our hosts, Chris and Dave could not have been more welcoming. On our 1st afternoon we enjoyed tea and coffee on the garden patio, taking in the lake view. As others have mentioned, Chris was very helpful with suggestions for activities in the area, such as tramps at... More

We have just returned from a month in New Zealand and our stay at A Panorama Country Homestead was one of our highlights. It is worth the easy drive from Rotorua to the north shore of the lake to stay in such a lovely home with wonderful views and great hosts. Our room was beautifully decorated with a stunning view... More

We spent 3 nights with Dave and Christine. The room and view from it were exquisite, the hospitality was great and we really felt at home. Would have loved to stay longer.

Thank you for a super stay with you on March 26,27,28.Your b+b was so comfy and good to come home to and the smell of that homemade bread !!!!!! We really enjoyed New Zealand and catching up with my old school friend at Pauanui was amazing! We took your advise and went to the Hamamura Spring after leaving you .... More