Helen and Jack's place was just the retreat we needed. Everything was as described and the location is perfect (relatively close to the airport, a great supermarket very close by, and a quick walk to the train to get into the city if you don't have a car, or don't want to drive).

We were made to feel so welcome, and as we wanted to catch up with friends there was absolutely no problem with inviting them to come and visit us in the apartment.

Helen and Jack were perfect hosts, and made us feel extremely welcome. There were enough supplies available for us to manage without needing to make a trip to the shops, and a nice touch is that the fridge is stocked with wine/beer etc (your own mini-bar) which works on an honesty box system. Helen's rich fruit cake (a weakness of mine) was out of this world!

We are originally Aucklanders, and so know the city well - I wouldn't initially have thought of staying in this area, but it suited our purpose for this trip, and having stayed here we would certainly come back the next time we're in town.

Thanks so much Helen and Jack - we appreciated your hospitality enormously.