Xin's home is in a perfect location within Takapuna. Takapuna is the North Shore of Auckland and is conveniently accessible by car and bus. I used the bus & ferry system without any problems. The house is big and roomy so I never felt cramped. My guest suite had a large king size bed, private bathroom ( the water pressure is great), and a large walk-in closet. Tranquil and peaceful setting. Every morning I woke up to the Tui bird's song. Xin and his parent were excellent hosts. Even though I don't speak Chinese, I brought my good friend, Google Translate, to help me communicate with Xin's parents. They made me feel very welcomed. Xin"s communication skills were great. He always responded immediately to email or text messages. Auckland is a wonderful town, but wouldn't want to stay in the mix of it all. It was great that I could tour around during the day and night in Auckland. But, happy to return to Xin's home for a restful night of sleep. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Xin's home. It's perfect.