Bernd communicated quickly and was always super accommodating. He gave us a ride from the bus station when we arrived in Paihia and left. He dropped us at a suggested walk to the waterfall outside of town. We enjoyed his breakfast cereals, milk and the room is comfortable with a view that makes it a magical space. I got up one night to look at the stars. Bernd is happy to help with anything you need and he enjoys being a host. We stayed without a car there because there's a sidewalk from Paihia to his place. It's a longish but beautiful walk. By the time my husband and I left we really felt like we knew the place around Paihia well and that was a very nice experience.