On a whim, I stayed at Mark’s 'Kelburn House’ during a business trip to Wellington. Hotel accommodation in the CBD was fully booked on account of the Soccer World Cup Qualifier but this turned out to be quite a stroke of luck!

The house is situated in a picturesque and quiet part of Kelburn, overlooking the botanical gardens. Getting in and out of the city was simple, with the cable car (quite a novelty in itself) situated literally just around the corner, dropping off in the heart of Wellington.

The house itself is immaculate and consummately presented and Mark is a warm and accommodating host.

Highly recommended.