The house is an experience in itself. Classic Frank Lloyd Wright lines with huge wall to wall windows that slide open to private bush and spectacular sea views. To me, a holiday is as much about the conversation as the location, and Bev and Julian engage your curiosity with fascinating anecdotes and local history. Everything in the home has a... More

Over a period of 3 weeks my mother and I stayed at Fringe of Heaven at least 3 times. Bev and Julian are wonderful hosts and tremendous cooks as well. Their house of glass in a tropical forest has amazing views of the bay and waking up in a glass bedroom with colourful birds just outside was an experience not... More

This is a truly individual b&b. Bev an Julian were great hosts and the fringe itself is a work of art. The view is exceptional, and Bev's breakfasts legiondary! This has been a truly memorable stay and we can't wait to come back More

This house is situated in a beautiful jungle of a garden. It was built in the 70s and was quite avant garde for its time, very Frank Lloyd Wright. The rooms are defined by differing levels and the kitchen has one glass wall onto the terrace that slides right back out of view. Julian showed us lots of interesting objets... More

I have now stayed at Fringe of Heaven twice - both on business trips. It is a stunning place to stay with a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Bev and Julian couldn't have been kinder or more thoughtful, but it was clearly 'from the heart'. They are genuinely great hosts and have spared no pains to make guests feel comfortable and welcome.... More

From the moment we arrived at Fringe of Heaven, my family of four felt relaxed, welcomed, and delighted. Bev and Julian are extraordinary people -- warm, interesting, utterly easy to be with. The house is, simply, the most beautiful piece of residential architecture I've ever seen. Although an architectural gem, it feels in no way like a showpiece but, rather,... More

Previous reviewer leaves me perplexed. We absolutely loved The F of H. In fact we booked to come back for some extra days at the end of our holiday, to stay there again. Beverly and Julian's beautifully designed house, set amongst the native trees and bush of Titirangi ( just 20/30mins drive from central Auckland ) is simply stunning. Huge... More

I agree with the previous reviewer - the furnishings etc here were a little jaded and it was all a little past it's best. We had the lower room (with garden area) and could hear creaking floorboards when anyone above moved about. Hosts were helpful (Julian pottered about in a sarong) and friendly and made us heartly breakfasts, but it... More

We received a very warm welcome from the hosts, Bev and Julian, but, having stayed in a wide range of bed and breakfast accommodation throughout the North and South Islands of New Zealand, we felt the guest accommodation was well used and over priced. The property is beautifully located within bushland and very convenient for sightseeing around Waitekere. However, we... More