This is a very large and comfortable "homely" home with a lovely view and fantastic sunsets in the evening. There was everything you could possibly need in the kitchen and there was plenty of spare bedding and towels if needed.
The house and decor is quite dated (especially the kitchen) but that doesn't really detract from anything as you know you are staying in a real house that has been well lived in (and loved) by a real family. The bed in the master bedroom was very comfortable and the whole room had a lovely feel about it.
Location is excellent (with a car) and there are plenty of shops close by. This is a really nice place to stay for a week or so whilst in Auckland. We didn't want to leave!