We could have not asked for a better host! John was very courteous and available at all times for questions and requests. He truly went above and beyond to make us comfortable, well, except maybe to change the rainy Auckland weather ;).
The place is very spacious, spotlessly clean, and quiet. It did really feel like a home for us. The location is excellent, just a 5 min walk from Takapuna centre with an amazing variety of restaurants, cafes and a bus station to connect to Auckland downtown, Devonport, etc. We loved our experience and wish we could have stayed longer. Thank you, John!