I stayed on my own whilst visiting family nearby in Beachhaven. It felt palatial for one, v peaceful and incredibly well kitted out & v easy for my family to park & pick me up. Rachel has furnished it beautifully and thought about everything I could possibly need, including v well stocked larder. New world supermarket is 5 min walk, to top up with food supplies. As is bus into Auckland. I found v good, friendly church 10 min walk away, Birkenhead Baptist church. As it was winter I was thankful for good heating; didn’t use the outdoor pool but loved the view from the bedroom/ sitting room/ patio. A perfect north shore base for a couple or one person.