Fantastic flat in an ideal location! The flat is bigger than we had expected, very clean and very comfortable. The flat has a beautiful view of the river valley, and is in a very quiet location. The heat pump keeps the flat very warm even in the chillier winter temperatures. The location is truly ideal: a very easy walk into town or to the many walking / cycling trails of Whangarei. The kitchen is very well-equipped, with everything needed for home-cooking. John and Colleen were wonderful hosts: helpful, kind, and incredibly accommodating! One morning, Colleen offered us delicious, freshly-baked (still warm) muffins. We loved our stay, and will definitely return to John's flat for our next stay in Whangarei.