Elsa’s apartment is full of character. It has the comfortable, relaxed feeling of a country cottage, with lovely views across to the hills and valleys in the Waitakere Ranges. It is spacious, well-equipped and has a comfortable bed. It’s in a great location for visiting beaches and hiking, which we did during our 5 day visit. Elsa is a wonderful host, very kind, generous and helpful, and we so enjoyed making friends with her sweet dog, Banjo.