This cottage has peaceful views of green, green, green as well as a deck and private entrance to ensure a quiet stay. The interior has a lot of light, top-of-the-line linens, nice New Zealand plumbing (functional, attractive), and a fully stocked kitchenette where you can bake croissants in a tiny convection oven. The friendly host is available if needed and really makes you feel at home.
Auckland is a walking city, and Rose Cottage is close enough to downtown, neighborhood shops and cafes, and a terrific park for short or longer journeys. But if you don't want to go out for coffee at dawn, no problem because you will find the necessities in the kitchen.