This is by far the best AirBnb home I have ever stayed here in New Zealand. John and Larissa lives upper floor and leaves the ground floor of their mansion to us. The rooms , kitchen, and hall are super 5 stars grade. The best part is the view of estuary just right in front of the hall. John and Larissa are very friendly and feel like my grandpa and grandma. I would highly recommend their place to anyone who comes to Whitianga.