Set in beautiful regenerating bush above the Western reaches of the Waitemata, this is a lovely, spacious upstairs apartment attached to the hosts' home. Clean, comfortable and cozy, there is enough space to spread out and with a full set of amenities - I cooked several times in the kitchen and enjoyed coffee on the private deck in the early morning. Do be aware of mozzies if outside at that time though! Rudie was a gracious host, open and engaging without in any way being intrusive, and I enjoyed our conversations.