We had a great 2 week stay at Neil's place. It was so wonderful to wake up each morning to such beautiful views of the crater lake. Our jetlag meant we saw some gorgeous sunrises too! It really is the most fantastic setting: the beautiful, flower filled garden is so tranquil, and there's a lovely walk from the bottom of the garden around the lake, which is full of geese and black swans.
The appartment is in a very good location: 2 supermarkets and plenty of cafes are an easy 10 minute walk away. 10 mins further and you're on the beach, which you can walk all the way along at low tide. There’s also a bus stop nearby for services into Downtown Auckland.
Inside the apartment, the main living room and bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. The shower is strong and hot. The decor, especially in the bathroom and tiny kitchen, is dated and rather tired, which is a shame. As made clear in the details, cooking facilities are limited. If you're visiting in summer and like to BBQ, it shouldn't be a problem as there's a large BBQ outside.
The only other challenge in winter was getting washed clothes dry, but Neil was happy to help with his dryer. Neil was very friendly and always on hand to offer help or advice.
Thank you for a great stay!