I had a great stay at Debbie's place for two nights when I was in town for the Maoriland Film Festival. It was cozy and comfortable with everything I needed and lots of thoughtful touches, especially with the entertainment options (music, games, tv, books) and in the kitchen where pretty much all of the basic stuff you need to make light meals is provided, including a range of dishes, utensils, good-quality appliances, coffee and tea, etc. Wi-fi was good, shower was nice and strong with plenty of hot water and space to put toiletries, and bed and bedding were comfortable. It is a perfect size for 1-2 people to stay in. The location was also great if you want to be near the water, as it is just about a block from the beach. It is on a quiet street where you can get a good sleep, and if you have a car it is just a quick five-minute drive into the center of town. I liked that the fenced yard and angle of the cottage gave it some privacy from the street and from the nearby house. Check-in and out were easy and communication with Debbie was quick and trouble-free. Really the only downside is not having a kitchen sink, but it wasn't a big deal at all to use the plastic tub provided for doing dishes, etc.
Overall, you can tell that Debbie has put a lot of care and thought into making this a great place to stay. I recommend it!