My family of 7 has stayed here for multiple months while I have been on sabbatical. Julie has been amazing to work with. She offered to switch out a queen bed for twin beds because that would work better for our children. She has been accommodating with us and is always available to answer questions or address issues. The home is spacious, and the yard is amazing. Our kids love going outside, and it's all fenced in. There is a lot of parking. The location is great as far as being close to the motorway and shopping. Buses are nearby if you want to take a trip into Auckland. Orewa Beach is a 10- or 15-minute drive (in good traffic). It's a beautiful place to visit. Road noise from the highway does get a bit loud at times. We looked around a lot for a longer-term rental, and this was a great deal compared to other places.