Micheal and his family are really nice and welcoming. He also came and picked us up at the airport, really a perfect service.
The studio is bigger than picture, and is well equipped with all the necessary; if something is missing, Michael provides it immediately.
We stayed there two weeks and had a great time: a lot of walk tracks in the surroundings, they also provide bikes for free and Auckland is about 40 minutes by bus.
I really recommend Michael and definitely return again if we'll pass through Auckland again.