Knowing I was to start my 65 day trip to New Zealand as a solo slightly older person, until my son arrived to join me, the way Nikki described her home was the reason for my choice... the stay exceeded my expectations!
Nikki was there to greet me on my arrival with a drink and a chat, it was Sunday evening and I was invited to eat with the family. Nikki is a really lovely warm, generous woman and she and her son Sam made me feel at home, in their home.
It was great fun to mix with their other younger guests too.
I had a very large and comfortable bedroom to use, with an excellent large bed. The kitchen and all the usual amenities of a home for my week long stay.
Ponsonby is a place of cafes, restaurants and smart shops - and once you get the hang of things, an easy bus ride or walk to the parks and sites of Auckland.
I really enjoyed my stay!