We were booked to go and stay at Ali's place the weekend of the 24th of February, unfortunately due to unforeseen weather events there was flooding and all roads up to Mangawhai were closed. Ali called me ahead and let me know about the flooding and tried to be accommodating as possible. He was very responsive and also agreed to give us a full refund. I hope that we can organise another weekend to come and stay up at Ali's place and see his beautiful home.