Greetings from WA state in the United States. We wanted to tell you how much we enjoyed staying with you during our visit to New Zealand. We spent one month in NZ, staying in B & B's the entire time, and we both feel Iluka was by far the very best place we stayed. The accommodations were perfect, the food incredible and both of you are warm and welcoming hosts. -- --- your B and B was a huge highlight of our trip!

Dear Kathy,
Just a note to say how much Mary and I enjoyed staying with you last week. Two nights at Iluka proved to be the best we had in the whole of our trip around NZ. You combine peace, comfort, style and delicious food in a unique manner, and we are immensely glad that we found you. It is worth coming across to Waiheke just to stay at your house, and we will
be doing just that next time we come to NZ. The journey home was long and tedious, but getting back to work is assisted by some wonderful memories of a wonderful country full of delightful people. Two of them live in Rocky Bay. Kind regards from us both John & Mary, Worcestershire
England

Hi Kathy,
I just wanted to email you to say thank you so much for our "romantic getaway". Mark and I had such a great couple of days - everything from the weather right through to my bubble bath was perfect. Not to mention the amazing breakfast you made us this morning, the yummy dinner last night, the champagne and chocolates, the sunset and the comfortable bed with beautiful cotton sheets. You and John are such gracious hosts and it was a treat to be part of your house for the night. Thanks again for all you did for us.
Love Chris de Jong
 

Dear Kathy & John,
I hope you had a good weekend. Just letting you know that Adam and I arrived in Auckland safely last night. We had a fantastic weekend thanks to you guys. If we will go to Waiheke Island in the future, I will definitely contact you and ..hope we could stay again! :-)Thank you and enjoy your rest of the day, Kind regards Yukiko Sakana

We're back in New Jersey, safe and sound, after a wonderful and exciting vacation to New Zealand. Our stay at Iluka was a great way to begin our adventure there. Thanks again for your kind hospitality and special touches. We thoroughly enjoyed everything. Best personal regards, Andy and Carol

 Hi, Kathy. Thanks again for the wonderful stay on Waiheke Island.
We went on talking about it for days afterwards, and Nick and Tina now always include B & Bs in their travel plans because they had such a delightful time with you.
Question: How do you make tea? The tea I had at your house was the best I've ever had, and I'm now very discontent with every cup I make at home!
All the best to you both .. Kay Johnson

What an amazing island. Kathy & John you are simply the BEST. Your generous hospitality& care given to us throughout our stay is well above expectation. Thank you for giving us a memory we shall treasure. Bernard & Enid Wood ~ England

 John & Kathy made us so welcome we felt at home straight away. Wonderful people& great hosts.Good food & wine.Very very enjoyable.  We will return. Suzanne & Françoise ~ Tahiti

Who said Tahiti is paradise on earth. John & Kathy's place is the preserved one. Feel like being in a cocoon at Iluka. Kathy is such a talented cook & John a nice host with a good sense of humour.
Would like to keep you as friends Elizabeth B de King ~ Auckland

 Kathy & John made me feel like the best girl in the family. Great views ,walks& lovely place to stay Anne & Doug ~ Thames

Thank you so much Kathy & John for making our special weekend, extra special. We enjoyed the peace .quietness & long walks.

Heather & Lionel Kearns ~ Auckland

We are going home relaxed & rested thanks to your wonderful hospitality. Also thanks for your wonderful breakfasts & your lovely fruit salad each morning John. We couldn't have asked for anything better