I really enjoyed stay a Shirley's place. I stayed there for 10 days as it is close to Auckland city. The house is beautifully decorated and Shirley is so helpful! She showed me the bus stop, timetable for the ferry and also helped me with tips as I was looking for a place to rent in Auckland during my project there. Shirley and her partner also offered me a lift as I went for a house viewing nearby. I would definitely recommend stay with Shirley as she is super kind, helpful, well traveled and makes her best to make her guests to feel welcome and 'at home'.