Gary and his wife are very hospitable! Gary made us feel at home right away. He told us about things to do around Auckland and other places around the North Island. They have a lovely home with a very stylish, relaxing guest room. They even had things like towels and tea readily available in our room. The closet was very spacious and would be great for a longer stay. It's also very convenient for using the ferry. We would definitely recommend a stay here!