Tracey's place is large, quiet (in a dead-end street), and with a beatiful garden. We also enjoyed the pool and spa/jacuzzi very much, I went swimming in the morning and in the evening under the stars. The kitchen has all you need to cook (but we only did breakfast, as we went eating out during the day and in the evening).
There are many small shops and a Countdown supermarket nearby (10 min. uphill).
It is close to Auckland city with public transport (bus or ferry). Bus stops are near the shops uphill.
Tracey is also a very kind, friendly en helpful host! We had arrived from Europe (+30 hours of travel), and obviously we suffered from jet lag, but Tracey let us sleep and didn't disturb us until we were awake.
We had rented a large camper van, and Tracey told us how we could park it in the street without disturbing traffic or neighbours.
Thanks!