Book it. Book it right now before someone else does! Joanne and David are the most wonderful host we've ever had the pleasure of staying with and the apartment they are offering is beyond incredible.
Let's start with the space itself. It's thoughtfully decorated in every room with a homey yet modern decor and unique, personal touches sprinkled throughout. The living room is set up nicely with a desk to work at, a comfortable new couch that pulls out into a bed, two cozy chairs and a swiveling TV. There is also a bookshelf with fun and interesting books related to New Zealand. The bedroom has a super comfortable bed that has two layers of padding on top of the already plush mattress. You pretty much melt into this one. The sheets are soft and warm and they've provided lots of extra blankets in the closets. Yes, plural, there are two large closets in the bedroom! The kichen is tastefully decorated as well and very functional. Provided are all the cookware, utensils, pots, pans and serving dishes you could ever need. They also supplied serval types of coffees and teas along with oats, muesli and cereal. There was a bountiful bowl of snacks and fruit on the kitchen table and tons of spices for cooking. The bathroom comes complete with luxurious shower products, a blow dryer, a room heater and huge medicine cabinet mirror.
Haven't heard enough to book it yet? Let's talk about the thoughtful touches. Right off the bat, Joanne went to the store to pick up TWO different types of bread because she wasn't sure what kind we like. She also gave us coconut yogurt (yum) and a bottle of champagne as we were their very first guests. In the bedroom, they've set up a basket full of new slippers, wrapped neatly in twine, in all different sizes that were greatly appreciated. In the kitchen we found garlic infused oil, mint infused vinegar, fresh canned peaches and jarred honey in the fridge along side the homemade jams, jellys and sauces. Not to mention A2 milk and delicious butter fresh from a farm down the street. After 2 days, she went back to the farm and refilled our milk. Even as we were heading out, David noticed the sliding door on our van was squeeking, so he gave us a few spritz of WD40. Just two amazing people who are here to take care of you however they can.
Still not sure? Let's talk about the views. Three floor to ceiling, picturesque windows line the walls along with two large glass doors. All of which offer up breathtaking views of the city, the harbor, the ocean and even the gardens in their yard. The gorgeous wood deck is a great spot to catch the sunrises and the sunsets.
The hosts are the sweetest couple you'll ever meet and are pros with communication. They allowed us to check out a few hours late and even offered us their home for laundry needs. We got a few free good hugs before we departed and a heartwarming send off!
Enes and I recommend this place a million times over! If it's not already booked by now, do yourself a favor and don't waste another second! Book it!
All our love, @compass.couple