I was staying there at a time of the huge storm and unprecedented deluge in Auckland, and this presented a few little issues with the lights. The neighbours and host were friendly and helpful at a time when it was difficult for me to communicate by phone. The house is in a courtyard arrangement with other homes and has a traditional/ quaint style. Inside there is a lovely atmosphere and, although at the time it was raining heavily, it is in a beautiful part of Auckland, that would normally be a nice place to go on walks.