The house is in a good location, however it is not compliant with NZ standards of healthy homes so I cannot recommend this listing as a viable option. The house is in poor and run-down condition; thread-bare carpets, poor insulation (the rooms are freezing), and black mould among a list of other things.
The walls are very thin and you can hear everything in the rooms next you (ear plugs are a must); the bathroom was so bad I opted for showering at my gym instead but at one at stage 7 people were sharing one toilet and bathroom, which made it very hard so is something to consider.
The host is lovely.