Ruth & Barry are amazing hosts - they made us feel so welcome in their home and helped us navigate our way around Auckland, from places to go to how to buy a car. They're great people with a lovely house & yard. We really enjoyed sitting outside on the patio drinking tea in the sunshine. :) The house is well located if you don't mind walking or riding the bus - there's parks, a grocery store, and good restaurants within easy walking distance, and most of the rest of the city is a 30-45 minute walk away if you don't mind. I'd recommend staying here to anyone.