We had a great three day stay at Colleen's. She met us at the door to check us in, and was kind to allow us to check out late as our flight was leaving in the evening.
The secluded private room faces a natural reserve, and is beautiful to wake up to in the morning.
The Hip Ponsonby street is 15-20 min of walking away, which we visited multiple times for their delicious food and snack options.