I had a very good time at Pats' place!
The house is huge, the bed is very comfy and clean, and Pat is an amazing guy, full of useful (insider) information for travellers, about Wellington especially, but New Zealand in general, as well as many other parts of the world. ;)
I booked the stay with him while i was waiting for the ferry to leave Picton, on the same day that i arrived. The response was very quick and the room ready when i arrived.