I stayed three nights at Mark's house, and the minute I arrived and walked in the front door I immediately felt at home. The house and private room are beautiful and comfortable, and the bathroom and kitchen are just as amazing. Its in the perfect location, right next to the botanical gardens and at the top of the cable car which was a great way to get to the city, even though a short walk away. I am already planning my next trip to do the South Island and will definitely being staying at Mark's again when I am in Wellington, I cannot wait! Mark is the perfect host, I felt like I was meeting an old friend again, his hospitality is perfection.