Stayed at George's with my Fiancè for two nights and it was an absolutely awesome way to finish our NZ trip! He has a amazing home, very clean and tidy. He has a hot tub out the back on his deck with an beautiful view over the water which we spent hours in both nights. George is extremely welcoming and has a lot of great tips for exploring around the local area as well. I would highly recommend a stay at George's home if you're planning on staying in Auckland, regardless if you just want to relax or are looking for a good hub to base yourself at while you adventure around.