We had a wonderful 3 days at Michiko's well-located home in Parnell. The place was exactly as described - we had 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom exclusively for our own use. The house was very clean. Michiko generously shared her kitchen with us and all the spices, coffee, tea, etc. just like home. We wake up rather late when on holiday and Michiko was very patient with us - she prepared a lovely and healthy breakfast at whatever time we got up. Michiko was quite generous with sharing her home and time with us. Most of all, we enjoyed chatting with Michiko ... from anything about New Zealand to tango to bass guitars. When we were saying good-bye to go to the airport, somehow it felt that we were saying good-bye to an old friend. Even our 11-year old son thought so, too.