This was the perfect place to stay for my first 3 days in NZ. The house is very well located in Queenstown (15 min walk to the town center). I didn't get to meet John but he was very responsive to emails and very accommodating to requests. The best part after the beautiful view of the lake from the common room is the fact that you get to meet fun, cool, travelers during your stay. The place has 4 or 5 comfortable private rooms, 2 bathrooms, a functional kitchen, great living room and a very practical washing machine. I would definitely look for this place again if I ever come back to Queenstown!