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Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees

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Lounge
Kitchen 2
Kitchen1
Bedroom1
Foyer

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • At the center of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Marine Parade
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Balcony
  • Free WiFi
  • Living area

Explore the area

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Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Pania of the Reef
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Mezzanine

2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees

Five minutes walk to the centre of town, this charming fully-furnished family home is set among trees in a quiet location across the road from Gleeson Park. This reserve is mainly lawn and trees with a small playground for children, and is suitable for family games and picnics ... bring your badminton net!
Designed and built by an architect in the 1960s, the quirky home has many interesting features including a narrow sky-view strip that runs the length of the roof. Very little has been modified over the years, apart from the original balcony. This was completely rebuilt (2017) to comply with modern building-safety standards.
The master bedroom upstairs has a small bridge that leads across to an elevated private garden with fruit trees.
While the main bathroom has a shower, toilet and bath, upstairs there's a second toilet with hand basin.
Being a chalet style with open stairs, our holiday home is not ideally suited for wee toddlers or the infirm.
Off street parking is available for up to three vehicles.
Special conditions:
Minimum stay 2 nights.
$190 per night for 2 adults, plus $10 per night per extra person.

Smoking allowed outside only.

Extras: Linen (included); Free Wifi (included);Sky TV. (included)
NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to leave the Bach in a tidy condition.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3-17
Not really for toddlers because of the stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Please send inquiry to discuss
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in the house, but ok outside.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20007907ha
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Napier

Located near the beach, this chalet is in Hospital Hill, a neighborhood in Napier. Daily Telegraph Building and Art Deco Trust are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at McLean Park, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding, and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
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Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand

What's nearby

  • Faraday Centre - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marine Parade - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Napier Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Pania of the Reef - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Elicious Eatery - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Angkor Wat Kiwi Bakery & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Provincial Hotel - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?

As of Jun 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees on Jun 15, 2026 start from $139, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees located?

Located in Hospital Hill, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Faraday Centre, Municipal Theatre, and Daily Telegraph Building. Napier Botanical Gardens and Nelson Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 562 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phillippa T.

Liked: Location
Very easy to access, lots of space. The outdoor area is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katharine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and spacious. We had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Estelle A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location well equipped with linen and kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent all around! Great location and a lovely host!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and interesting house within good location of the town, had a great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 13, 2026
Thanks for your kind comments. It was a pleasure having you stay 😁
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay. The host was helpful and knowledgeable about the property. An issue was sorted right there and then. We would definitely be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 21, 2026
It was a pleasure having you stay and you will be welcome back at any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bev S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Certainly well equiped with everything that was needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay - close to everything. Ron was a great host - and very helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cindy-Jane A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very quiet and walkable distance to town. Ron was a very welcoming host.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, well equipped home, host very nice. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The amenities were great and the proximity to all the shops were great were
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful place to stay for our group of seven. Lots of space for all, well equiped house and lovely to hear the birds out in the nearby trees in the morning. Host lived next door and popped over as we were leaving for the key. Lockbox worked well on arrival and over the weekend when people returned at different times. Great location, central to town.Is a walk up the hill to get back to, but very handy to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

NITHIN P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
welcoming host, great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was friendly. Quirky house, convenient location to main part of town
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodation is awesome and close to town. Very quirky with a spacious living area and plenty of comfy couches and easy chairs for everyone. Lovely and clean, lots of extra bedding should you need it, everything has been thought of to make you comfortable. A large bottle of milk in the fridge welcomed us on arrival - sunscreen, tissues and papertowels were a nice touch too. Our host met us onsite, showed us around and explained how everything worked which was very helpful. Fully recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a really quiet neighbourhood yet only a short walk to the town centre and shops and restaurants. Ron the owner lives next door and he was extremely helpful when we had a minor problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host lives next-door but does not disturb you at all.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kena A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Host was very welcoming. Some of the furnishings were outdated. Upstairs bathroom was not very functionable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Catriona T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ron was very welcoming. Comfortable spacious house in great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

RUSTY N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and location. Everything we needed. Great host and great communication. Will stay again if in Napier.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kaylene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Need a rail on the stairs. Air conditioning installed as extremely hot during the day. The lounge chairs are very worn. The bathroom needs ventilation. The house is not suitable for older people or with mobility issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes, brilliant. Lots of room, great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Andrew W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very good
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location as walking distance to Napier town and cycling distance to wetlands
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 3, 2025
Thank you for your kind comments. It was a pleasure having you stay.

About the host

Hosted by Ron Veen

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What makes this property unique

Gleeson Park has a steep walking track though the trees to the top of Hospital Hill

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