Ian and Heather were warm and welcoming hosts. For a small extra fee Ian offered us a lift from the airport which was invaluable to us after a harrowing two day journey to Auckland!! Their house was fairly peaceful, quiet, and gave us the opportunity for much needed rest and relaxation. We weren't provided access to the kitchen but had basics such as plates, cutlery, a small microwave, etc. downstairs, and Heather graciously allowed us to use the freezer upstairs. We also loved having a bathroom and lounge space to ourselves! Blockhouse Bay is a charming location and I enjoyed walking down to the little beach and doing some cliff climbing during our stay. The view from the tops was incredible. We would most certainly recommend Ian and Heather as hosts and stay again if we are in the area. They were eager to offer information about the area, and help us with transportation in the future if needed. Very pleased with our first few night in our new country! :)