Kristy and Aaron were great hosts from the time of my booking (which got an ultra quick follow-up!) to the time Kristy was kind enough to drop me at the airport.

The house is a typical kiwi cottage - decorated with a nice artistic sensibility. It's clean and tidy, and I felt like I was a guest in the home of friends, not an aseptic hotel. I loved that my room opened directly to the outdoor area. Internally the room had plenty of storage space, and a comfortable bed.

The location is quiet - a priority for me. There was very little ambient noise, but an occasional rumble from a train or plane. The location was really convenient for me as well, since I didn't have a car. You can walk into Tauranga, or take a bus (the stops are outside the supermarket, about a five minute walk away) and make easy connections to Mt Manganui or further afield. As well as a close and convenient supermarket, there's a corner store, fast food, café and restaurant in the same shopping centre.

Overall an excellent experience - thanks Kristy and Aaron!