No hurry, this is like a 15 year plan, but since it's almost not freezing cold over at least some of the country, I thought I'd start planning today.
First up: Location
1) Not super cold. This might only be a part of the year thing, so I might not be too worried about winter. Also, if I can afford to heat my house the next time around...
2) Near the water; preferably water front, but I'll need at least a little elevation, as who knows where sea level might be in 20 years.
3) Within a half hour of civilization. I don't need Auckland size civilization, but maybe a movie theatre and a supermarket.
That's it so far. I'm thinking maybe the Marlborough Sounds. Maybe a small lifestyle block in case the end of the world happens and I need room to grow my own carrots.
Who's got suggestions?
Haole Mike