This lovely cottage on a hill overlooking the countryside was by far our favorite stay in New Zealand. The modern cottage is still like new with lots of windows and a balcony to appreciate the beautiful views. Bathroom and kitchenette are modern and new and bed is cozy and confy with crisp white linens. The continental breakfast provided was a nice extra. The cottage is located in an upscale country community with good restaurants and shops. The nearby Hunua Ranges Park has excellent hiking. The Auckland airport is conveniently less than 40 minutes away which makes this BnB a perfect alternative to staying in Auckland. Gracie and Nigel are friendly and interesting people to talk to. We look forward to returning and highly recommend this BnB.