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Beautiful and Modernised Villa

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The Villa
Front Door
Villa Name - Auld Reekie
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a black refrigerator.
Kitchen to Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sleepout

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Toilet

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful and Modernised Villa

This property is in within easy reach of all the great Napier attractions. 15 minute walk to Napier central city.
Fully refurbished and modern - new beds and furniture for your comfort and enjoyment, and with the villa charm and character retained - wooden, high ceilings, latched windows etc.
New master bedroom en-suite, and guest bathroom with large showers, plus an additional guest toilet.
2 heat pumps for both heating and air-conditioning.
Great balcony, with BBQ ready to take advantage of the balmy nights during summer months. There are also sun blinds on the deck that can be adjusted to block the sun and wind if required.
A Nespresso machine is available for guest’s use,
3 adult and 1 child's bikes (with helmets and locks) available for guest's use on the many cycle/walkways around Napier - go exploring along the beach and extensive cycle ways.
Technology available: Sky / Satellite (with Sports), 2 x Smart TVs, WiFi, and security system, Bluetooth speaker.
There is a large grassed backyard, with swings for children to enjoy while visiting.
Portable cot and highchair are available for guest’s use.
The fourth bedroom is a sleep-out adjacent to the double garage - with an additional toilet in the house which is easily accessible off the balcony.
We expect those renting this property, and their guests, to be responsible, respectful of the neighbours, and look after the place as if it were your own.
Special conditions:
Pets not allowed without prior approval.
No smoking inside please.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
For infants - please mind the deck (supervise)
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Unless approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In the house - outside is ok, but respect property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20043879
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Napier

Located in Napier South, a neighbourhood in Napier, this villa is near a water park. Faraday Centre and National Aquarium of New Zealand are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Napier Botanical Gardens and Onekawa Aquatic Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Napier City, Napier

What's nearby

  • McLean Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marine Parade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Napier Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Roam - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Elicious Eatery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Provincial Hotel - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful and Modernised Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and Modernised Villa located?

Located in the centre of Napier, this family-friendly villa is within a 5-minute walk of McLean Park and Nelson Park. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Faraday Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dionne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home, very well stocked kitchen, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kath M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was amazing, perfect for our girls weekend away. Every thing you need and more! Quality linen and towels!! Just perfect, I will go back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is thoughtfully presented to give a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2026
Thanks Linda - glad you enjoyed your stay
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a girls weekend! Beautiful house with everything we needed. Was a pleasure to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2026
Glad you enjoyed our home and your stay in Napier.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most wonderful house stay. You MUST book this place for your next trip to Napier. Wow.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan, 2026
Thanks - appreciate your feedback. Thank you also for respecting our holiday home and leaving it nice and tidy, We would love you back for any future visits to Napier.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mark h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well stocked pantry Very comfortable house Close to facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

LandC S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an absolute gem. We loved our stay. Thank you so much
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan, 2026
Thanks - so glad you enjoyed your stay - hope to see you back sometime
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Moto 4.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NOTHING was overlooked in terms of preparing this excellent home for renters such as us. The place is spacious, had been nicely cleaned, and a note together with a fine bottle of wine were left as a welcome. We stayed two full weeks in this wonderfully modernized home and frankly hated to leave. BY FAR, this is the best vacation rental we have ever had.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2026
Thanks for your lovely review - we hope you are continuing to enjoy your NZ road trip!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous and attentive hosts. Auld Reekie is situated in a great spot in Napier - close to the bustling centre of the city, close to supermarkets and fabulous restaurants as well. The house itself is well appointed with beautifully spacious, comfortable rooms with excellent beds as well. It really feels like a home away from home and is very quiet as well. Highly recommended for an extended stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Feb, 2026
Thanks so much for your kind words - so pleased you enjoyed your stay - hope to see you back again sometime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was beautifully presented with special care to cleanliness and detail. Paul and Sally were wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan, 2026
Hi Jean-Marie - I see that Bookabach rejected your review - probably as you used our names which apparently doesn’t comply with their rules. We loved your feedback thanks, so I wondered if you wouldn’t mind changing “Paul snd Sally” to “the hosts” or similar ? Sorry to be a pain. Kindest Regards.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Lovely rooms and area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a wonderful experience in Napier. The house was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. I wish we had more time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2025
Thanks so much!! Glad you enjoyed your stay - you will have to come again.!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tristan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot

Great property with excellent facilities- will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay Tristan and we look forward to seeing you again soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

grant S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great place would stay again it was like just being at home

great place clean and tidy well set up 5 stars to the owners we would like to stay again sometime cheers grant & Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun, 2022
Hi Lisa and Grant - thanks for you feedback - much appreciated. Thanks also for being wonderful guests - hope to see you back some time. Highly recommended to other holiday home owners.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Stunning property, everything you need. Clean, super comfortable, walking distance to amenities. Loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2025
Thank you Claire - pleased you had a lovely time and we look forward to having you back again sometime. Regards Sally and Paul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Napier Stay

Excellent accommodation for our family we were all very happy staying in this lovely house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2024
Hi David, glad you enjoyed your stay - hope to see you back - regards Sally and Paul
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for the two couples who stayed! The house updates are so nice- the kitchen was well equipped! The location is very convenient , the communication was excellent! We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise and Mark B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Very nice tidy house beautifully presented .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jun, 2025
Thanks Louise
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our stay

House was great and worked really well for our stay with the four large bedrooms (using the sleepout). Plenty of room, very modern and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 May, 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay Scott - was great to have you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicola F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great break

Superb place, close to shopping and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct, 2020
Thank you. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at out holiday home. It was great having yo and your guests stay - hope to see you again soon. Highly recommend you to other holiday home owners.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Property was excellent the high ceilings with wood paneling looked fantastic Plenty of parking Bed comfortable, good shower
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place.

Perfect for a get away, quiet location very comfortable and loads of room. Will stay again. Thanks 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Mar, 2024
Glad you enjoyed your time at Auld Reekie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lidi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Synergy of Charm and Modern ammenities

We were a group of 8 and it was a very comfortable Everything g you needed and more to enjoy a few days at home away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2025
Thank you - glad you enjoyed your stay and Napier treated you well!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home

This was a lovely property to stay in. Everything was beautifully appointed and the check in process went smoothly. And close to the cricket ground too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Finn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding Accomodation

Outstanding accomodation - even better in real life.Well stocked, spacious, great for entertaining.Good location.Excellent comms and lovely hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2025
Thank you so much - glad you enjoyed your stay

About the host

Hosted by Sally and Paul

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What makes this property unique

Modern accommodation in a 1920's villa.
Large, safe backyard and plenty of off-street parking.
Walking distance to the CBD (15 min), and cycle/walkways.

Languages:

English

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