I hesitate to spoil anyone's delighted surprise when they stay at George's place, but it was even nicer and more inviting than what the photos and writ-up suggested. George provided extras like drinks and chocolates (which we happily gobbled) and left us to our own devices (and some of his). My son was rapt with the video game player and everyone (except game-playing son) took turns in the spa pool with stunning view. Sipping coffee on the deck in the morning listening to birds was divine. Close enough to Auckland's CBD for a quick weekend jaunt, yet feels ages from traffic and bustle.