Bryan and Mary are excellent hosts with a lovely home right in the heart of Ponsonby. They are connected to the significant history of New Zealand and it was a pleasure to get to know them. The loft room was large, up a flight of steep stairs and afforded a view of the beehives. Smudgey the cat was nice company as I relaxed in the spacious lounge and backyard watching Bryan work the beehives. Would definitely like to return in the future!