The hut is in a beautiful spot, with a clear view of lion rock framed nicely by the hut's thoughtful design. It's very close to the walking tracks that remain open in the Waitakere ranges, and the unique black sand beaches.
The TV and wifi all worked great and it was nice to have these creature comforts even in this remote setting. There is also heating, though we didn't need to use it, even in winter. The bathroom, not pictured in the listing, is private, new and clean, with a translucent roof and deck floor.
It's better to arrive in daylight, as the road into Piha is very steep and windy and the path to the cabin crosses a stream, so if you do arrive at night, bring a torch. Also keep in mind the nearby bar/restaurant, the Piha RSA, stops serving food at 8pm, so bring some food just in case.
I enjoyed that there is a stream metres from the hut, that can be heard in the background all the time, and it was a 5 minute walk from a general store with decent food and coffee.
Aramis is very responsive and was able to change check-in conditions and offer local knowledge at short notice. No concerns about cleanliness either.