Anne’s cottage was absolutely perfect. I was in Auckland for a work trip but arrived a couple days early to experience the city on my own. Knowing I’d have plenty of time in the CBD for business reasons later in the week, I wanted to stay in a cute, walkable neighborhood with local shops and restaurants. Grey Lynn completely delivered, and Anne’s location is perfect for exploring several nearby strips lined with cafes and food spots, as well as its proximity to the gorgeous park. As for the cottage itself, it was sparkling clean, had everything I could possibly need, and was perfect for me as a solo female traveler. It felt extremely safe and the door to enter faces the back, so there’s a lot of privacy and a little patio area that I used to do some yoga in the mornings or read a book with my coffee. The croissants Anne provided were delicious, and she has great taste in clean, simple decor. I was also lucky enough to talk to Anne for a while before leaving, and she is a lovely person who has lived in the area for many years. I would 100% stay here again!