This was our first stop in NZ. We decided to skip Auckland and drive straight to the countryside from the airport. Well located, with view on the hills, quiet, and surrounded by a a beautiful garden and farmland, it was exactly the kind of "welcome to NZ" we had hoped for. The cottage is very spacious, clean, has everything one could ask for. We loved the special touch in each room: fresh flowers and the beautiful art. Bernadette is a great host and made us all feel very welcome. A perfect on the way south or for a long weekend out of Auckland.