Margaret was a welcome insight indeed when we rolled into her driveway after the endless travel time it takes to get from Boston to Auckland, and she couldn't have been kinder or more caring. She had not only gotten us wonderful breakfast staples but had baked us a delectable spinach quiche and some banana bread, and bought some chicken soup because she knew I'd need to cook some for my picky-eater daughter. Off-the-charts wonderful welcome...The apartment was spacious and stylish and very well-equipped; my favorite part was the view from the deck to the big lawn, with a lovely fountain at its center, and back to the fanciful towers of the main house. An extra for cat people: A beautiful and friendly Burmese named Alice who hangs out in the driveway. We're so grateful to Margaret for getting our NZ journey off to such a great start...