Our stay at Louise's apartment for our three days in Auckland was perfect. It is located below her home in a family oriented neighborhood with its own private entry. The location of Herne's Bay is perfect for a walk to Ponsonby as well as to the CBD via the new pedestrian/cycle trail following the harbor. The new apartment was immaculate, quiet, and very spacious for the two of us. Although there are no cooking facilities, the kitchenette was stocked with all utensils needed for making fresh and quick meals. To top it off, there is a pot of organic lettuce greens at the door step so we enjoyed fresh salads outside on the little cafe table surrounded by flowers each night. Louise was in immediate contact from the time we made our booking and was very helpful to us prior to our arrival regarding some logistical needs. While there she directed us to wherever and whatever we needed. She was a wonderful host. We enjoyed it so much that we will be staying there again at the end of our New Zealand tour in April.