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The Verandah at Gisborne

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A covered outdoor patio with a wooden deck, wicker furniture, and a view of the backyard.
A view from a window overlooking a backyard with a covered grill, a table, and a water fountain.
Kitchen
A neatly made bed with white bedding and two pillows, a bedside lamp, a small bedside table, and a window with a view of trees.
Lounge & Dining Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Tairawhiti Museum
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Gisborne, Gisborne
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Botanic Gardens
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bed 2

1 Double Bed

Bed 3

1 Queen Bed

Bed 4

1 Queen Bed

Bed 5 Adjoining Bedroom four by glazed glass door.

2 Single Beds

Main Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
There is a porta cot and a high chair available .
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please vacate the house by 10.30am and put the keys in the lockbox and scramble the code.
If you have used the Bar B Que please clean it.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20001320
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

Gisborne

Whataupoko, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, is home to this holiday home. Tairawhiti Museum and East Coast Museum of Technology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Longbush Wines and Gisborne Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Titirangi Reserve. Scuba diving and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Gisborne, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Tairawhiti Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Longbush Wines - 6 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 7 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Gisborne Wine Centre - 7 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Adrian’s Espresso - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Verandah at Gisborne pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Verandah at Gisborne?

On-site parking is available at the 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, Gisborne Botanic Gardens and Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art. Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf and Titirangi Reserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 198 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 198 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 198 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 198 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very spacious, lovely neighbourhood, had everything we needed. Was very cold when we arrived but good heating and electric blankets ensured we were toasty warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JALG B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosie C.

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

Awesome Place to Stay

Great place to stay for the week
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
We are happy to have this group anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aurora S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I booked the Verandah at Gisborne for myself and family to stay in for my wedding and the house was incredible and charming! Lots of space and bedrooms for a family and a nice large backyard and deck to relax and enjoy a meal. Comfortable beds and gorgous lounge. Highly recommend any family to stay here! Kathy has been great and responsive to any enquiries. We throughly enjoy our stay in Gisborne at the Verandah!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2026
We are so pleased that your wedding and stay in our house was so successful. We love our house being used for families to be together.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bernie H.

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

Perfect get away

Great location easy walk into the city. Loads of space, lovely host and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

gordon b.

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

great location

very comfortable house
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania R.

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

Perfect

The best place we have stayed for a long time; well-stocked and with everything you need. It is like a home away from home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

waikaato1

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun R.

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

Great Stay

A great place to stay. Lovely house with plenty of space and everything you need. Tidy and easy to access. Very nice location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay. We would be happy for you to use the house again anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy U.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2023
We are glad you enjoyed the house Nancy and that Anita and Michele were able to look after you for the unexpected extra days.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosie C.

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

5*

Great Place to Stay
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Excellent guests. Would happily rent to them again.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Great location

Well set up villa in a handy location to town. Very easy to deal with the owner. Recommended
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olivia R.

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

Just perfect

The perfect place to stay and get ready before my wedding, can’t fault a thing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2024
We are so pleased our house suited you so well. Congratulations on your marriage. We love hosting these happy family events.
Verified

8/10 Good

judith o.

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

Family Hol

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm and welcoming. Lovely comfy beds. We liked the indoor outdoor flow and gardens. Bathrooms functional but would be good to have a seperate toilet. Shared room could be made into two seperate rooms to mitigate snoring noises Secure latches on windows to allow windows open at night to let in fresh air would be also be good. Wonderful spacious home which we enjoyed and so close to amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback and excellent suggestions. We will certainly look into those. We have had plans drawn up to create another toilet and shower .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2023
Thank you. We welcome your group anytime as they are excellent guests.
Verified

8/10 Good

Natalie M.

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Lynda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

comfortable base

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

10/10 Excellent

Viki H.

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

Tranquil Clean and Homey Vibes

9 adults enjoyed this beautiful well kept villa. The moment we opened the door we felt invited in. She was well equipped with beautiful outdoor verandah to gather around and reminisce on your days outing..truky a remarkable, spacious home... we moved every moment.. we are already promoting The Verandah to our family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2025
We are glad you appreciated the spaciousness of our villa and the great spot the verandah is to gather together. We hope to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emmy S.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

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

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Awesome house with good facilities. We had an awesome weekend. 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cath L.

The accommodation was extremely clean and tidy.

The accommodation was extremely clean and tidy. Beds very comfortable. A few lightbulbs needed replacing as did batteries in remotes but otherwise the house is ideal. Very quiet area. Thank you very much??
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar 2020
Thank you very much for alerting us to this . We will make sure these issues are addressed. We must remember to check lights and remotes . I hope you weren’t inconvenienced.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tawhai P.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca C.

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

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amokura P.

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

Excellent Whanau Gathering

It was great to organise this getaway to celebrate our duaghters 40th birthday in Gisborne. The property provided everything we needed, and we were pleasantly surprised at how well stocked the kitchen was with crockery etc. We felt very at home and comfortable. The place has lots of room and the outdoor setting was great as well. I enjoyed taking my three year old granddaughter down to the park, and buying a bag of organges from the neighbours. We'll be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2021
I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Our kitchen is organised so that groups have everything they need. Great that you appreciated it. Welcome back anytime.

About the host

Hosted by Kathy

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What makes this property unique

Fully fenced, private back yard.

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