North base was perfect for my family on our weekend trip to the bay of islands. The location was so close to the shops and beaches, with a beautiful view to the ocean. The living room was spacious and the kitchen was stocked with spices and other extras. (The only thing we were missing was oil for cooking, but the countdown is only a 3 min walk away)
The place was also extremely warm! We thought going in winter that we would need to light a fire at night, but the insulation was so good that there was no need. Great all around!