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The Verandah at Gisborne

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Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi
Smart TV, books, music library, stereo

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Room options

Exterior

Whispering Sands Motel

Kitchen
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
The price is AU$213
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
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About the area

Map
Gisborne, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Gisborne Harbour - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Gisborne Hospital - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Midway Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kfc - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Yoko'Sushi Express Cafe - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Verandah at Gisborne

This is a lovely spacious villa which has been furnished and decorated with families or groups to enjoy.
It is 5 minutes from Waikanae Beach or town and set in a quiet street. A short drive takes you to Wainui Beach. It is a great place from which to go on day trips to explore the East Coast.
Outdoor living is a feature with a roomy verandah, equiped for outdoor dining, and a large, fully fenced back lawn with outdoor furniture and shady trees , which makes it safe and private for families.
There is a large lounge and family room which make it ideal for families to share. The house has been used very satisfactorily for family groups celebrating family occasions or "get togethers" and for multiple family groups.
The park is very near and has a children's playground. It is also a great spot to walk or cycle, scooter from with the paved river walk nearby or bush/hill walks within close proximity.
Special conditions:
Available for short term rental throughout the year. No smoking inside or on Verandah.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$100.00per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

Kathy

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is a porta cot and a high chair available .

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Verandah at Gisborne Gisborne
The Verandah at Gisborne Private vacation home
The Verandah at Gisborne Private vacation home Gisborne

Frequently asked questions

Is The Verandah at Gisborne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Verandah at Gisborne?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Verandah at Gisborne?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is The Verandah at Gisborne located?

This family-friendly Gisborne holiday home is located in Whataupoko, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tairawhiti Museum, Eastwoodhill Arboretum and Gisborne Botanic Gardens. Presbyterian Church and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 190 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 190 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 190 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 190 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 190 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

judith o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Hol
Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bernie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect get away
Great location easy walk into the city. Loads of space, lovely host and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, no complaints!
Had the most amazing stay here for the weekend with some friends. Kathy was super lovely, helpful and accommodating to deal with when I needed to make modifications to my booking. The house is gorgeous, great area and ideal for a group trip away to sunny Gisbourne. Just wish we could have had more time to enjoy here and to make the most of all the outdoor activities/games provided at the house. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent house for our large group
The house was excellent for our sports team visiting Gisborne for 3 days and was very well equipped with everything we needed to be self catering - it was exactly as advertised. The house was well presented and easy to keep warm with electric and gas heaters. The kitchen is new and modern with heaps of cutlery, plates, casseroles and appliance - we loved having a pod coffee machine! The five bedrooms (one with an ensuite bathroom) were all large and spacious, and there are several indoor lounge seating areas. There is a large washing machine and dryer, plus an outdoor clothesline in the large back yard. We enjoyed spending time out on the lovely deck and had one of of our meals at the large outdoor table. Communication with Kathy was easy and efficient and entry instructions were clear. We appreciated an early check in when we arrived on a wet rainy day. This is a great house for a large group and we would love to stay again if we are ever back in Gisborne. Thanks Kathy and family.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Homely comfort!
Loved the era of the property! Beautiful old school with modern luxury! We all had our space but enjoyed hanging out by the fire! We had the best weekend thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

gordon b.

Liked: Cleanliness
great location
very comfortable house
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just perfect
The perfect place to stay and get ready before my wedding, can’t fault a thing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
comfortable base
A great base for my work team. Warm, clean and very well set up. Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

waikaato1

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot
This property was great to stay at,we were more than comfortable especially as its only 4 minutes from the town centre. Thank you Kathy would definately recommend and stay again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Virginia M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home for groups
Stayed at The Verandah in Feb 2024 to visit family. Great communication from Kathy. Easy check-in. Lots of room for 8 adults & a baby. Two lounge areas meant we were not on top of each other. Did not use the kitchen to make any meals but it was modern and well equipped. Older style home but that was expected from the photos. Bathrooms were serviceable except for the quirky design in the ensuite with a window over the sink and the mirror to one side. However our stay was very comfortable as beds were great. Cons: House would benefit from a spring clean & good airing, and wardrobes near to be cleared for guests to use.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big place, great with a group
This is an older villa with a mix of old and new. There are an impressive amount of spaces to socialize: two living rooms, front deck, back deck, large eat-in kitchen, indoor or outdoor dining areas. We particularly enjoyed the renovated kitchen and back deck with large garden space. The neighbourhood was quiet and after our tough trail race we enjoyed retreating to a bit of A/C and books available in the home. The home's rooms are large and well equipped. It was a quick drive to the beach, and a nice local cafe is within walking distance. The backyard would be amazing for lawn games or kids. The carpets could use some updating as well as the twin mattresses (I slept on one) though the big picture is that it's an amazing space. I look forward to another stay someday.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amokura P., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Occassion
We feel blessed to have had the property as our base for my daughters wedding where she came to prepare herself before the church service. The spacious rooms and outdoor areas gave us the ambience to enjoy the special moments that comes with such a celebration. The well stocked kitchen provided all we needed as well. Only issue was the main oven fan created alot of smoke so we didnt use it but the smaller oven was sufficient. Woukd gladly stsy again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House, Communication issues
Our experience during our stay was a bit of a mixed bag. The house itself was delightful, offering a cozy and homely atmosphere. It was well-maintained, neat, and the back deck area provided a pleasant spot to relax. However, our main issue revolved around the communication with the property manager, which was rather disappointing. Regrettably, we encountered difficulties reaching the property manager. While I could receive messages from the property manager through the Bookabach messaging function, I was unable to respond. Additionally, the listed phone number for the property manager appeared to be incorrect or disconnected, as my repeated attempts to make contact were unsuccessful. Not being able to communicate with the property manager led to an inconvenience, as it rendered me unable to modify our guest count (reduce it) before our stay. This resulted in the cost of our stay being $200 higher than it should have been, which was frustrating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We have absolutely appreciated the accommodation and service that we have received in relation to this property and do not hesitate to give it 5 stars.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bianca C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relax and unwind
This location and place was perfect for our staff to relax and unwind while working away from our homes to aid the relief and repair the damages of Cyclone Gabrielle. I didn’t stay at the property but my staff had said it was perfect, clean, quiet and spacious. I will definitely come straight back to this place should (it is expected) our business need to return to the area. Ngā mihi, Thank You for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tawhai P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wifi
Property was warm, clean and comfortable. There is only 1 point that would have made our stay better, stronger Wifi. We were on a working weekend and the Wifi was lagging.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Awesome house with good facilities. We had an awesome weekend. 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy U.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
The Verandah at Gisborne is super comfy, private, versatile, and set up well for group stays. We greatly enjoyed our visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judi F., Whangarei

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous villa
What a treat to stay in such a beautiful spacious villa.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Gisborne
Great property for a group, lots of room, clean and easy check in process
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krista H., Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness
Pre wedding stay
Beautiful property, very spacious and accommodating! Great shower and comfy beds!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot!
Very easy, great spot & very tidy with lots of space.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fallon, Tauranga

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Gisborne
Welcoming warm accomodation, even in winter. Once again a lovely stay with everything we could need while away from home. Enjoyed by all age groups. Friendly host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Liked: Cleanliness
clean and tidy
Great to Communicate with Kathy very helpful to deal with clean and tidy house wonderful stay thank you very much
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cablenet L., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location & space
Spacious house, 5th bedroom isn't a bedroom as such but worked fine. Tidy, clean and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022