We chose well for our first stop in Auckland with Kate's studio. The location was excellent, being a short bus ride from Auckland CBD and within walking distance of some superb restaurants in Ponsonby.
The studio was light and airy with a nice strong hot shower.
Kate supplied some great breakfast fare inc. muesli and some home made jam.
She also provided some excellent information on where to go around Auckland and most importantly how to get there - Kate was particularly helpful to us when she offered to drive us to pick up our rental car in the south of the city.
Overall the location and quality of the accommodation was excellent and Kate was an fantastic host. We would recommend staying with Kate if you enjoyed staying out of the CBD in comfortable surrounds.