My stay at Ross's was great! After spending a week in Auckland it was the perfect place to unwind from the city noise and relax out in the country. Ross also made my travels stress free as he picked me up from my bus stop and gave me a ride back to his place, stopping on the way back for a much needed drink. Additionally, my travels coincided with Sean and I was able to catch a ride with him all the way up to Whangarei which was much more pleasant than a cramped bus ride! Sean was also a great host showing me on a hike around the property I will not soon forget! The views in and around the property are amazing and I couldn't take enough pictures to show off to my friends back home! Each day I spent here I was treated to a delicious breakfast and I went for their offer to join them for dinner each night trying some amazing home cooking. Everyone in the family is a great cook and I enjoyed every meal, but after seeing all the competition, I'm giving the gold medal to Chef Sean!! The home cooking was a pleasure to try and enjoy over hilarious and interesting conversation each night! Not to mention the home-made ice cream following each dinner! Ross and his family are great people and I really enjoyed our conversations and time spent together. Thank you so much everyone!!