We stayed at Judi's place for 2 months with our two boys (5 and 1 years old). She was perfectly prepared for our arrival and gave us a nice and very warm welcome. During the first time, when we didn't have our own car, she drove us to places and showed us the area. We usually shared dinner, which she even prepared for us most of the days. She is a real Kiwi, so she knows the area and the people well and can give a lot of good advice. I can definitely recommend Judi's place for people who are new to the area because you kind of get a home, a travel guide, a personal chef and a family member all at once.