Pros:
Cyclone Gabrielle cut our stay short and yet Austin refunded us for the unused portion of our stay.
So, as a host, he exceeded our expectations!
The price point is good for Auckland.
Con's:
His studio in Stanley Point is honestly too small for two people with any amount of luggage.
There is no AC, nor is there a TV (both points are noted in the listing).
It is most suited to a single traveler with carry-on luggage that needs something for one or maybe two nights max.