Ian, waiting outside of the International Arrivals, was a most welcome sight after my long flight from Los Angeles. It was late in the afternoon, so a good night's sleep was needed and received in the comfortable queen bed. A bowl of lovely fresh fruit was a wonderful treat in the morning, along with REALLY good coffee I could make in the other spacious room in the private downstairs suite. Watching a pair of mallards have their morning bath out the picture window was an added treat. Both Ian and Ailsa went out of their way to make my 3 night, 2 day stay very special. I recommend hiring Ian to be you tour guide around the western beaches in the area. Thank you both for a most excellent time as I begin this New Zealand exploration. Cheers to new friends. You are welcome to visit me in New Mexico any time.