The Ambers Auckland Bed & Breakfast

28 December 2003 : The warmest welcome to NZ from Diane and Gerard - lovely breakfasts and super Ferror Rocher in bed! - J&B.A , Sussex, UK

13 December 2003 : Thank you lovely hosts, lovely home. - H&R , Napier

07 December 2003 : Lovely. - A&E , Murray's Bay, AKL

07 December 2003 : We think that this home and it's owners are just wonderful! - W&W , Birkenhead, Auckland

29 November 2003 : Absolutely delightful - wonderful hosts. - N&S.F , Katikati, NZ

26 October 2003 : Beautiful home, wonderful hosts. Thank you. - R&N.S , Rotorua, NZ

26 October 2003 : Superb - an enchanting and exhilarating time. - X.L , London, UK

16 August 2003 : Thank you for giving us a perfect intimate wedding and the most romantic honeymoon stay! We will be back soon! - L&B-K.O , NSW, Australia

25 July 2003 : It was so beautiful, just love all the lovely details, thank you so much. - D&W , Tauranga

24 July 2003 : A wonderful setting for our special day. Diane and Gerard you made our day that much more than we could ever have imagined. Thank you both so very much - unforgettable. - C&B , Stanmore Bay

12 July 2003 : Thank you for a wonderful tranquil weekend, and stimulating conversation. - P&T , Auckland

09 July 2003 : An absolutely magnificent evening - thank you for a wonderful dinner, good company and stimulation - the night around the dinner table and around the fire capped by comfort in the bedroom has been the highlight of our New Zealand visit. Wishing you both well and "I shall return". - J.F , Denpasar, Bali

05 July 2003 : A wonderful peaceful retreat. Lovely setting and fabulous hospitality. Thanks. - K&P , Takapuna, Auckland

01 July 2003 : Fantastically peaceful and restful setting for our Director's Retreat, thank you. - M.M , Glenfield, Auckland

11 May 2003 : Wonderful time, beautiful home, great hospitality. - R&L.T , Remuera, Auckland

08 May 2003 : Fabulous hospitality in a fabulous setting - it was such a pleasure to meet such lovely people in such beautiful surroundings! - P&L.T , Melbourne, Australia

16 March 2003 : Thank you for the wonderful hospitality and conversation. Your home is truly beautiful as are all the animals, hope to be back another time! - L&I.K , Ontario, Canada

01 March 2003 : Very comfortable and delightful company, thank you. - M&M.B , Sussex, UK

17 February 2003 : Thanks so much for your superb hospitality we loved our stay with you. - B&S.F , British Columbia, Canada

28 January 2003 : Thank you so much for making our first tast of NZ so memorable. - J&G.P , Surrey, England

24 January 2003 : Very many thanks for a most memorable stay. We have so enjoyed your company and hospitality. - D&B.G , Walmer, Kent, UK

10 January 2003 : What can I say - you guys made my wedding an awesome success. Thanks so much for your help and hospitality. - S&C.B , Stillwater

29 December 2002 : Wonderful stay excellent food and hospitality - every success to you! - F&T.B , Cyprus

28 December 2002 : Many thanks for a wonderful time, so much more relaxing than a hotel. Loved your 3 dogs and baby turkey! All the flowers were much appreciated. - J,J,A,J.W , Reading, Berks, UK

04 December 2002 : Many thanks for your warm hospitality. We loved it here and hope to come back. - G&H.B , Ballymena, Northern Ireland

03 November 2002 : Thank you so much for having us and letting us have some wedding photos taken on your awesome property - we will definitely see you again! - B&T.C , Kenthurst, NSW, Australia

03 November 2002 : Awesome stay!! Fantastic - thanks Wendy for putting up with us - an amazing place! - P&P.P , New Plymouth

28 October 2002 : A magical home in beautiful surroundings. Wonderful. Hospitality provided by Wendy. Will recommend to friends. Many thanks. - L&P.T , Pauatahanui, Wellington

18 August 2002 : A very nice evening away from the hustle and bustle of city life, thank you. - D&S C , Auckland

20 April 2002 : Thank you for your hospitality and sharing your gracious home, loved the dogs! - L.F , Tititangi, Auckland

09 April 2002 : Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with me and making my time in New Zealand a truly memorable one. - C.F , Leyton, London, UK

09 April 2002 : Thank you for the peaceful, lovely time in your gracious and elegant home. - T.A , MI, USA

05 April 2002 : What a gorgeous home, and land. It is such a wonderful place to retreat. Thank you for the great stay and all your time taking care of our needs as well as transportation to dinner and back. - L.K , USA

29 March 2002 : A beautiful home, loved the décor and peacefulness of the location. Thank you. - R&A.J , Ohaupo

28 March 2002 : It was worth the 19,000 kms just to stay here, we had to drag ourselves away to see the rest of NZ! A wonderful home with excellent hosts. Many thanks for a wonderful start to our holiday. - V,J&L.R , Surrey, England

27 March 2002 : Elegant home, wonderful hosts, outstanding! - K&I. B , Port Ludlow, WA, USA

24 March 2002 : A wonderful house with wonderful hosts. Thank you so much for putting the finishing touches on our wedding day. - N&M.B , Takapuna, Auckland

24 March 2002 : We could not have had a more perfect place to stay. Wonderful food and company. 10 out of 10 - M&M.F , Mullaloo, Perth, Australia

03 March 2002 : Thank you so much for a wonderful stay - you are both so hospitable and the breakfast was wonderful! - S.J , Torbay

03 March 2002 : I love this place, very peaceful. Loved the breakfast thank you very much. - D.J , Torbay

24 February 2002 : 2 brilliant nights spent here - lovely place, exceptional breakfast - unbeatable. - P.W , Dairy Flat

24 February 2002 : Thanks for a wonderful stay - what a breakfast!! - C&L.F , Birmingham, England

24 February 2002 : It was the bomb and the breakfast I just can't believe how good it was, thanks a lot for the stay. - C.A , Albany

24 February 2002 : A lovely place to stay and the breakfasts were amazing. Thanks for a great stay. - G.A , Birmingham, England

03 February 2002 : Home from home - even chess!! - M&D.C , Hythe, Hampshire

02 December 2001 : Thank you so much for a lovely stay. - S&M.B , Clevedon

17 November 2001 : Fantastic house, wonderful owners. We really enjoyed our stay here. - K&K.Y , Vancouver, Canada

02 November 2001 : Thank you both for our stay here so special. - E&H , Heidelberg, Germany

27 October 2001 : We had a really wonderful stay, big shame it was only for a night! But rest assured we will be back! Thank you both so much, especially for putting up with a little noise! Thanks a million! - M.F , New Lynn, Auckland

27 October 2001 : We had a really wonderful stay, big shame it was only for a night! But rest assured we will be back! Thank you both so much, especially for putting up with a little noise! Thanks a million! - M.F , New Lynn, Auckland

16 June 2001 : Bliss! What more can we say. Fantastic hospitality and company. Wonderful surroundings. Fabulous décor. We will be back thanks a million! - A&K.P , Mt Albert, Auckland

28 February 2001 : A most delightful house, very comfortable and most welcoming hosts. - P&A.D , England

25 February 2001 : 105* rating - the most enjoyable stay anyway we've stayed in the world. Thanks for the start to a most special day. - J&M , NSW, Australia

25 February 2001 : Thank you for a wonderful start to the day, the most beautiful place we're stayed at anywhere in the world. Thanks. - C&J. L , Te Atatu Peninsula, Auckland

25 February 2001 : What a lovely start to our dream vacation thanks for everything. - R&B.K , Anchorage

20 February 2001 : A very comfortable and enjoyable stay - thank you. - J&P.B , Norfolk, England

18 February 2001 : Wonderful to meet you again and be looked after so royally. We have enjoyed every minute of your company. - A&W.R , Cornwall, England

26 January 2001 : We thoroughly enjoyed your beautiful home, delicious breakfasts and the friendly and stimulating company of two lovely people. Thank you. - L&A.V , Sydney, Australia

04 January 2001 : First class in every way, our three nights were all to short a stay. - R.P , Cornwall, UK

13 December 2000 : We have just so enjoyed every aspect of our wonderful stay with you; the beautiful house and grounds, our pretty and comfortable room , and delectable breakfast. Most especially your wonderfully warm personalities, exceptional hospitality and personal touch. Thank you. - J&R.N , Cambridge, England

08 September 2000 : Beautifully presented and extremely comfortable. Could not ask for anything better. Lovely people. - M&P T , Russell

03 July 2000 : Thank you so much for a wonderful B&B experience. A truly beautiful home - what an accomplishment! Scrumptious breakfasts - great moments in eating! And delightful fireside wine and discussions. As well as the place - what charming, warm and interesting people you are. Thank you for making us feel so comfortable and for helping us learn more about NZ. We hope to have more visits in the future and remain friends. - K&H.W , Del Mar, CA, USA

01 July 2000 : Beautiful home, gorgeous cosy rooms, the warm fire and conversation thank you very much. We will pass your name onto our friends and family. - M.D & B.H , Takapuna, Auckland

19 April 2000 : Thank you very much for your hospitality. Your home is very charming and our stay was most enjoyable, even for one night. The breakfast was perfect! - N.N & C.S , Boulogne, France

02 April 2000 : What a beautiful place, so relaxing. Breakfasts were heaven! Cannot wait to come back. Conversation over a glass of wine was so nice. Great company and hosts. - D&J.B , Strathfield, Australia

18 March 2000 : Fantastic place, absolutely beautiful - great hospitality, lovely dogs! Definitely want to come back, thank you! - H&S.C , Titirangi, Auckland

16 March 2000 : A delightful stay and wonderful hospitality, thank you. - K&S.G , Rothesay Bay, Auckland

06 March 2000 : The stay with you was a wonderful end of our holiday in New Zealand, the house, the nice room, the ambiance but above all the lovely people, you two Diane and Gerard. - P.T&M.K , Le Soulie, France

28 February 2000 : A pleasure to stay in a lovely home. - D&J.B , Helensborough, Scotland

28 February 2000 : We enjoyed our stay with you, thank you for your hospitality. - I&C.T , Parkhurst, Australia

27 February 2000 : A really lovely home, thank you. - R&B.W , UK

10 February 2000 : Our grateful thanks for your warm hospitality which we hope we can repay when you visit! - J&A.C , Salisbury, England

06 February 2000 : Wonderful hospitality in a lovely home, a fitting end to a fantastic holiday. - P&P.T , Cornwall, UK

05 February 2000 : Thank you so much for the delightful beginning to our NZ experience, beautiful home! - P&F.Z , Wasilla, Alaska

24 January 2000 : Could not have asked for a better start to our holiday, superlative home and company. - A&W.R , Cornwall, UK

06 January 2000 : Wonderful people thank you for your hospitality. - A&S.L , Fort Collins, CO

30 December 1999 : We had an absolutely wonderful time. The breakfasts were an awesome treat. We were definitely spoiled! - M&M.N-S , Summit, NY

30 December 1999 : The quintessential B&B - everyone's dream of the perfect place to stay; mind, body and soul! - D.B&S.J , San Francisco, CA

30 December 1999 : Home from home. Thank you. - A.P , Hambolton, UK

14 December 1999 : Lovely house, wonderful dogs, a memorable stay. - R.B&R.B , Wilmington, Kent, UK

28 November 1999 : We had a wonderful time. We will recommend The Ambers to any visitors to New Zealand! It is a beautiful place that offers so much peace and relaxation while still close to the city. The breakfast was perfect. Wish we could have stayed longer! - E&M.S , USA

21 November 1999 : Fantastic visit. Wonderful hospitality, brief but important. Merci beaucoup. - R.B&R.B , Geneva

20 November 1999 : Thank you for such a wonderful stay! - R&C.B , Herts, UK

13 November 1999 : The best first two nights in New Zealand we could have imagined. I do not think I can sleep on my sleeping bag now, you have spoiled us! Thanks Gerard. - V.R&M.R , Sonora, Mexico

07 November 1999 : What a treasure - from Piha, Kare Kare to here a memorable stay. Thank you for a wonderful stay, a beautiful place and beautiful company. - G&J , Waiheke Island

06 October 1999 : Thank you for your kind and generous hospitality. - B.B , Christchurch, NZ

06 October 1999 : Many thanks, I'll be back. - J.B , Christchurch, NZ

27 June 1999 : A wonderful, wonderful place to enjoy the peace of the country. - R.B , Parnell, Auckland

27 June 1999 : Very special, peaceful place. A world away from every day life. - G.N , Chapel Downs, Auckland

08 May 1999 : Thank you so much for making us so welcome in your lovely home. So glad we found you! There is a welcome on the mat in Yorkshire! - A&L.D , York, England

15 April 1999 : This was a most pleasurable visit - your house is comfortably charming, but most importantly, our discussions will long reamin a focus of our NZ vacation. Thank you for your hospitality! - D&S.S , Santa Ana, California, USA

04 April 1999 : A very special place, thank you for your hospitality. All very peaceful. - P&B.E , Adelaide, Australia

04 April 1999 : Thank you both very, very much. All the best for the years to come. - D&P.C , Auckland

22 March 1999 : Could stay forever - we will be back! Many thanks! - C & M.P , Masterton

21 March 1999 : The most wonderful start to our loves together, thank you we will be back for an anniversary visit. - T&C.H , Mt Roskill, Auckland

04 March 1999 : Very pleasant stay - beautiful house on a lovely site - good luck with your future plans for the lyfestyle and also with your local campaign! - C&S.B , Essex, UK

14 February 1999 : Our future together started in your wonderful home, thank you so much for your hospitality. - P&C.T , Stanmore Bay

14 January 1999 : Re-inforced our wish to settle in the country. Great house, exceptional hosts, many thanks - will see you again! - R&G.L , Glenfield, Auckland

13 January 1999 : Such hospitality and so caring for all our comforts. A great stay. - M&B.J , NSW, Australia

19 December 1998 : Enjoyed my stay immensely, many thanks. - B.E , Cheltenham, UK

14 December 1998 : A very enjoyable stay. Lovely house and welcome. All the best for your continuing project. - S&A , Nottingham, England

13 December 1998 : Many thanks for your gracious hospitality, wish it could have been longer. Hope to return soon, very reminiscent of England! - H&L , California, USA

06 October 1998 : Thank you for a very memorable stay. We love your house and we loved the company and hospitality, may God Bless you both. - M&M.B , Glenfield, Auckland

19 September 1998 : An "idyllic place" for our 40th wedding anniversary with charming, friendly and entertaining hosts. - M&B.C , Auckland

25 June 1998 : A great experience, thanks. - L&P.B , Whakatane

08 May 1998 : Thank you for your wonderful hospitality, gracious home! - D&M.D , Victoria, Australia

26 April 1998 : Thank you for the wonderful visit it was lovely. - L.L , California, USA

26 April 1998 : Wonderful home, hosts and dogs! - K.A , California, USA

26 February 1998 : Beautiful house, idyllic setting and delightful hosts, thank you. - A&B.M , Aberdeenshire, Scotland

14 February 1998 : Wonderful house, wonderful hosts. Just great nothing could improve. - C&R.W , Whangaparaoa

08 February 1998 : Thanks once again for the wonderful stay, our 1st anniversary here was as wonderful as the honeymoon!! - L&J.D , New Lynn, Auckland

06 February 1998 : Thank you for a wonderful stay, a perfect, beautiful memory for us of our wedding night and start to our honeymoon. Thank you. - S&B.C , Mount Maunganui

19 January 1998 : The greatest accommodation and hospitality! Thanks - J.W , Condor, ACT

19 January 1998 : Loved every minute. - B.M , Condor, ACT

17 January 1998 : Wonderful house, friendly hosts. Thank you. - R & C.H , Devon, England

07 January 1998 : This is really a most wonderful place - we would have liked to stay longer. We hope to be back! - K&T. A , Stockholm, Sweden

05 January 1998 : Our first time in New Zealand and such and enjoyable place, thank you. - C & S.S , Kobe, Japan

29 November 1997 : Our special day was made even more memorable because if your kindness - you have a beautiful home. Thank you. - K&R. B , Whenuapai, Auckland

28 November 1997 : A wonderful stay and congratulations on a great achievement, which should be fun for years! - G.R , Wellington

28 November 1997 : Thank you for a memorable visit. - K & N. M , Hobart, Tasmania

22 November 1997 : First visitors from Belgium. We had a marvellous day and stay in your beautiful house, thanks for your hospitality. - W & A-M. B , Oosthalle, Belgium

15 November 1997 : Thank you for such a memorable stay. It is a wonderful and romantic place that you should be proud of. We will definitely return. Thank you. - M & P ,

11 October 1997 : A home away from home. Such a peaceful place. Great hospitality. We wil come back! - W & N. S , Hamilton

11 June 1997 : Many thanks, lovely home, warm fire, and good conversation, great hosts. Shall hopefully return. - A.H , Tauranga

02 June 1997 : Thank you very much for your hospitality and warmth. Fantastic rooms, food, setting, atmosphere fantastic keep smiling. - G & U. E , Henderson Valley, Auckland

02 June 1997 : What a magical place! Thank you for the wonderful food, excellent company, fun and games, warm fire (and rather moist weather!), continuous flow of good coffee, the offer of the jag, the wild life…keep up the good work and we'll definitely see you again soon. - Z & S.R , Tititangi, Auckland

27 May 1997 : A very pleasant change from the North Shore motels! Many thanks. - D.C , Palmerston North

22 March 1997 : An outstanding night, great breakfast and nice hosts! - H.N & B.D , Paris, France

17 March 1997 : We thank you for the beautiful days in your house and all your hospitality, wonderful beds, great breakfast! Our thanks also to Nik he has been very helpful. - G.L & M.K , Germany

14 March 1997 : A beautiful quiet place to stay. - S.J & G.H , Ponsonby, Auckland

22 February 1997 : What can we say….outstanding! - P & B. L , Waitoa

08 February 1997 : Thanks for the hospitality. We couldn't think of a better place to spend the first night of our honeymoon. - L & J.D ,

27 January 1997 : Thank you for such a lovely stay and conversations were great. - A & E , Onehunga, Auckland

20 January 1997 : Wonderful hospitality and discussions on the limits of knowledge etc. - D.M , Toronto, Canada

12 January 1997 : Very relaxing atmosphere and a nice evening conversation over port. More Japanese should follow. - S & V.B ,

10 January 1997 : A welcome refuge from cyclone Drena and a wonderful end to our honeymoon. What a magnificent house! Thank you for your generous hospitality - good luck for '97. - C & C.E , London, England

20 December 1996 : This has to be the best 'country' B&B in New Zealand and the friendliness is to be transported all over the world! What a lovely home and if you are in Toronto please call us. - H & M.N , Toronto, Canada

17 December 1996 : I felt at home immediately, slept as in Abraham's arms and hope to take with me the good vibrations of this house. All the best for you and your family. Happy Christmas and a successful New Year '97. Very many thanks for your hospitality. - J.R , Wielandstr, Berlin

01 December 1996 : Thank you for making your castle our home! We enjoyed our short stay here and we will certainly come back. - H. v.P , Beesd, The Netherlands

26 November 1996 : Many thanks for such a wonderful stay. You have a beautiful home and are such warm and inviting people. - J & V. M , Springfield, USA

25 November 1996 : Gerard and Di - we've had a wonderful time with you in your beautiful home. Thank you for the warmth of your company and the stimulating conversation. - R & M. B , San Francisco, CA, USA

14 November 1996 : Thank you for staying in such an nice place! - A & T. R , Vienna, Austria

22 June 1996 : What a wonderful weekend treat! Very relaxing and refreshing and such a romantic and cosy atmosphere. Breakfast in bed was so divine! Thank you for such a special time. - C.S & G.N , St Mary's Bay, Auckland

05 June 1996 : A dream come through seeing our friends. Thanks a lot for the fine time and hospitality. - G & R , Oranjestad, Aruba

02 June 1996 : My favourite aunt! Awesome 21st present. - K.S , Mission Bay, Auckland

08 April 1996 : What great fun; the food, the stories, the company! Thanks and best wishes to all the family. - N & M. C , Ponsonby, Auckland

24 March 1996 : A truly charming spot. Great hospitality, thanks very much. - R & J. S , Whitby, Wellington

24 March 1996 : Some people have all the luck. What I'd give to live in a spot like this. - M.S , Pakuranga, Auckland

03 March 1996 : So nice and quiet. - T & S. A , Holbrook, UK

29 February 1996 : A memorable stay and friendly hospitality - every good wish. - P & S. C , Cumbria, UK

29 February 1996 : We wish you well in your project. Your enthusiasm is remarkable - let in never wane. All the best! - J & S. B , Crawbrook, UK

25 January 1996 : "Very English" - excellent. - M & P.H , South Africa

05 January 1996 : Fantastic. - M.P , Silverdale

05 January 1996 : Superb. - P.S , Silverdale

05 January 1996 : Lovely food, nice people. - D.S , Silverdale

05 January 1996 : Great wine, "blue" steak and a home I wish was ours! Cheers! - B.P , Silverdale

05 January 1996 : The best neighbours are in Pine Valley Road and the BEST food! - W.P , Silverdale

04 January 1996 : Pity we were not able to perform and not fully inhale your hospitality due to our illness. Next time we'll be better. This is a wonderful place! - E & E. A , The Hague, Holland

31 December 1995 : Great hospitality, very warm I was home here. - M.F , Whangarei

15 December 1995 : Great hospitality - neat people. Terrific food and beverage. - L.R , Hillcrest, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Splendid food and company! Another memorable evening chez Diane and Gerard! - A.L , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Xmas dinner and the book club AGM, a wonderful occasion. - R & J. A , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : May more Christmas book club evenings be here (it's really complete!) Thank you! - J.L , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Here we are again - wonderful company, wonderful house etc. - L.T , Birkdale, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Great hospitality - neat people. Terrific food and beverage. - L.R , Hillcrest, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Splendid food and company! Another memorable evening chez Diane and Gerard! - A.L , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Xmas dinner and the book club AGM, a wonderful occasion. - R & J. A , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : May more Christmas book club evenings be here (it's really complete!) Thank you! - J.L , Kohimarama, Auckland

15 December 1995 : Great evening. - B & C. D , Mission Bay, Auckland

09 December 1995 : Fantastic time and continued success in B&B. - E & R. R , Idaho, USA

09 December 1995 : A fantastic night! Thank you so much. - R & L. S , Mission Bay, Auckland

09 December 1995 : A fantastic night! Thank you so much. - R & L. S , Mission Bay, Auckland

01 October 1995 : Wonderful start to the year! - A.T , Birkdale, Auckland

24 May 1995 : Fabulous! - M.H , Chicago, Illinois, USA

16 March 1995 : Just great! - J.G , Wellington