If you're lucky enough to stay at Jennie's, you are *supremely* lucky. The pictures here tell a true story of comfort, color and style. The bed is extra comfy and the room cozy. The apartment is tucked up on a lush, tree-filled hill but still only a few minutes walk to downtown Paihia. But the knockout part of the trip was getting to know Jennie. Upon arrival, she picked me up from the bus stop (and greeted me with a hug!), had a cold glass of wine in my hand and helped me plan an unforgettable three days in the Bay of Islands--all in under an hour. She made me a nourishing, fresh-fruit breakfast each morning and was just as thoughtful in anticipating and attending to anything else I might need. Even better, she's a blast to hang out with (as is her close friend and next-door neighbor, Mary--I would book again just to have another laugh-filled chat with them both). Sometimes flying solo can be daunting, but this is the fastest I've felt at home while on the road. If you're still reading this, don't wait, book!