We stayed at Nick & Kathy's for a night before picking up our canpervan to drive round the North Island. We actually didn't want to leave. Nick and Kathy are both such lovely and interesting people. Their house is beautiful, open plan and full of books. Then there's Nadia - their welcoming golden retriever. Grey Lynn is a really cool part of town - it has its own cluster of shops (including one of the best cafes for breakfast in Auckland) and is about 10-15 min walk to Ponsonby Road - where you can eat and drink your heart out. One of the best Airbnb experiences I've had - would love to stay again the next time we're in Auckland.