We both really loved our Friday one night stay in Gill's gorgeous weatherboard cottage in Ponsonby. We found out Gill is a landscaper and the gardens and little courtyard are wonderful but she is also a great home decorator as the cottage is very sophisticated but remains casual and relaxing. Our room was delightful. Gill is very discrete, so sharing the house, bathroom etc was not a problem. As we were not familiar with Auckland, Gill was also most helpful with suggestions (shared along with a lovely glass of chilled Rose. Thanks !) and we enjoyed our first walk past the cafes and shops along Ponsonby Road, before walking down to the harbour where we were very lucky to find a night food market on in Silo Park and enjoyed dinner with the locals. On Sat morning, Gill suggested we check out the Cigale French Market in Parnell and we had a lovely breakfast there before picking up some fresh fruit & snacks and heading out along the seafront to Mission Bay and St Heliers, before flying out later in the day. All in all a wonderful visit to Auckland . Thanks Gill !