We had en excellent experience staying with Ruth and Barry. The room is very clean and spacious. They had everything we could possibly need for our stay, including lots of materials detailing the activities in and around Auckland. The house is very close to a shopping center that includes a grocery store and cinema. Bus connections are close by, or else it's about a 40 minute walk to the city center. Ruth and Barry are both very kind and helpful. We would happily stay again. Stay here if you get the chance!