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Grand City Residence

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Exterior
Street view
Kitchen
Private kitchen
Spa pool rear courtyard

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Grand City Residence

Winner of Best City Property in NZ in the 2015 Bookabach/Sunday Star Times Golden Piwa Awards!

Your grand, stately, home away from home - 2 minutes walk to George Street and 10 minutes walk to the University, in the heart of the city. You cannot get more central than this.

This beautiful and gracious property has large proportioned rooms and beautiful tiled and wooden floors, with plenty of character features and stunning views out across the City and harbour from the upstairs bedrooms.

This 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom home has everything you will need for a relaxing and enjoyable stay in Dunedin, including linen, towels and a fully appointed kitchen and outdoor bbq, perfect for cooking and entertaining . It also has a 3 person rejuvenate spa pool in the back courtyard, perfect for unwinding at the end of a day, and rambling terraced gardens, providing views out across the city.

Special conditions:
Pets allowed with prior approval.

Stairs and sloping street and drive may not be suitable for elderly, disabled or small children/prams.

Special rates apply for certain weekends e.g holiday periods, graduations, sporting events and concerts. POA.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); Linen (included);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20032520
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, this holiday home is in the city centre. Regent Theatre and Hocken Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Seriously Twisted and Dunedin Railways. Travelling with kids? Consider New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame and Dunedin Chinese Garden.
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Dunedin City, Dunedin

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Octagon - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 14 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪EBB-KITCHEN - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Kiki Beware Boutique Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Manila Grill - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Buster Greens - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Grand City Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Grand City Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Grand City Residence?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Grand City Residence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Grand City Residence?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Grand City Residence located?

Located in the centre of Dunedin, this family-friendly holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of University of Otago and Olveston. Otago Museum and Natures Wonders Naturally are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 14 minutes by foot.

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. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, very clean and luxurious. Communication with the host was great, she went out of her way for us.Thank you for a wonderful day.Would definitely go back there to stay.10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, with thoughtful touches and amenities in all of the rooms. We highly enjoyed the spa pool and the host left clear instructions and was very quick to respond to questions. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful homeGreat locationVery cool cityHills are a challenge when walking but as my says it’s good for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect location for exploring Dunedin. The house was huge with tons of character. For 2 couples we were able to spread out and have our own space. The bedrooms were massive and exhibiting the classical decor of the home. We were brave enough to back into the very steep driveway and gain access through the backyard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2026
Thanks so much for your review and I’m so glad you enjoyed your stay and the expansiveness of the house. Very brave reversing up the drive! I’ve never tried that. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and comfortable classic home well-appointed within easy walking distance of the Octagon and the walking mall.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Superb house in great central locatiin

We had a wonderful 2 day stay in this truly beautiful home without the need to get in the car once because it was so central. Equiped with everything you could possibly need and very comfortable we will certainly look to stay here again. Lisa could not have been more helpful or easier to communicate with - all in all a superb stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

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

Perfect introduction to Dunedin.

This beautiful property is easy to find, fantastic location close to everything. Lisa was easy to contact and provided clear instructions about the house. We loved the hot tub, the views and the many little extras provided.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely spot in Dunedin. Lisa made us feel so special with lovely additions of bread and fresh flowers. Quite a delightful spot near all the prime locations in Dunedin and the place has wonderful views. We enjoyed playing records on the turntable and lounging in the lovely living room. Highly recommend this exquisite Edwardian grand home.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

Fantastic, welcoming, best ever!!

We were steps from downtown, 4 blocks from the grocery store. The house was a treat. Old Victorian home, each space was a treat. We enjoyed appetizers on the back deck, and ate dinner in the front dining room overlooking the street. I wish we had stayed more than 2 nights.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
So lovely to get this positive feedback. Happy to have been able to oblige and so pleased to hear you had such a lovely time in my home and in Dunedin. Thank you for leaving my home so clean and tidy and for this wonderful feedback. 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharee A.

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

Amazing!

We fell in love with this house, it provided a beautiful and relaxing environment right in the city centre. The artwork and decor made it all the more special. Huge bedrooms with comfortable beds, kitchen came with all the appliances you could need. Lovely and friendly communication with Lisa. Would definitely recommend to everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Disliked: Check-in, listing accuracy
Parking instructions were incomplete and based on that we tried to park in the carport as suggested. On doing this we caused damage to our vehicle...which spoiled our stay. The host should have clearly explained the parking options which would have avoided damaging the car.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2025
I’m sorry to hear you damaged your vehicle. I’d appreciate you email me about this, as I was unaware there was an accident and would like to know where and how the damage occurred. Car parking options for the property are fully described in the house instructions. These are sent out in advance and a hard copy of these is also left in the house. Additionally, I spoke with you on the night of arrival and explained your parking options: you could park in the entrance to the drive, in the car parks across the road, or drive up into the carport. The drive is quite narrow and steep up in to the carport, but most guests prefer to access the property that way, and can reverse easily enough with mirrors, reversing cameras etc and I’ve never received a complaint before. I wonder if you didn’t properly read the house instructions (evident by the way the rubbish was leff also - with half a dozen wine bottles with lids left in the wrong recycling bin, which I had to pull out and separate) - I think if you had, that might have made things easier for you. That said, I appreciate the feedback and will see if I can’t make the house instructions even clearer where parking is concerned for future guests. Thank you for your comment.
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8/10 Good

Karen F.

The location was perfect as it was only a 5-10min walk to...

The location was perfect as it was only a 5-10min walk to the centre of town. A mall and supermarket were only 4-5mins walk. altho' the walk back up the hill to the house was a bit of a killer. The house is beautifully decorated and has everything you could possibly need for a very comfortable stay including a port-a-cot and a high chair for bubs. The only moan was my husband complaining there was no electric blanket on his side of the bed :-)
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the review and I’m so sorry about the electric blanket - there was a second one in the wardrobe which I should have had the cleaners put on the bed before your stay. My mistake. The hill is short, but steep, so can get you if you’re not used to it! I’m glad you enjoyed the central location and proximity to town and the stadium otherwise. ??
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian M.

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

Beyond wonderful!!

Exquisite, sumptuous home! Beautiful appliances, towels, bedding etc. Art and antiques in the home are visually stunning. The whole atmosphere is one of comfort, care, pride, and attention to detail. The owner is lovely and thinks of everything - we had lovely bread provided, tea, coffee, milk and preserves. The home radiates warmth in every sense - physical and metaphorical. "And its guests shall rise up, and call it blessed." Gillian :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Perfect for a Special Treat

Having stayed at this amazing villa we opted to treat our daughter and family for her Graduation. It was conveniently close to all the downtown activities and made for a wonderful backdrop for family portraits we organised with a professional photographer. With little ones in tow the well resourced kitchen and cosy dinette was well used. Lisa had left lots of stores and her communication in identifying any extra needs for this special occasion was superb. Recommend this classy accommodation for anyone wanting to treat themselves in beautiful Dunedin. Thank you Lisa for allowing us to share your beautifully presented home with all its wonderful treasures John & Ann
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lez M.

Just one thing.

Just one thing. SKY TV or lack of. This is the 21st century. Can not fault standards or location just that one thing, a lack of SKY TV.
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Sorry Lez, we have apple tv and netflix and a dvd player and dvds...but you're right, no sky. Sorry if this adversely impacted on your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy D.

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

A fabulous property. Book it now!

We had an amazing four week stay at this property. It was wonderful in every way! It's difficult to write a review that does it justice. The house is architecturally beautiful and has a wonderful array of rooms and spaces to spread out and enjoy yourself. Upon entering the house, you'll immediately notice that it is beautifully decorated, with interesting art and a comfortable feel. It's a welcoming and fun home. The patio is especially inviting. We spent a lot of time enjoying the outdoor space as well as the indoor space! Loved the location- so close to everything! Dunedin itself has much to offer. We walked to restaurants, museums, the grocery, Saturday Farmer's Market, etc. And within a 30 minute drive there are many hikes and walks and so much fabulous scenery to enjoy. The owner, Lisa, is very responsive to any questions and is easy and enjoyable to interact with. You'll be ever so glad you booked this home!
Stayed 34 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mel S.

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

Fantastic host

Lisa is an amazing host and we could not fault her communication and organisation of our stay. Unfortunately we were in Dunedin under difficult and stressful circumstances and Lisa was incredibly understanding and accommodating for our family. The house is lovely and just a short walk to main street and numerous eateries. Would definitely recommend Lisa and this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony W.

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

Stately but homely

A beautiful home with lovely old-world features but all the mod-cons to make for a very comfortable stay. Eclectic furniture and art added to the charm of the house. So close to town, and yet a hideway with private back garden, BBQ and wonderful spa pool. Lisa was a very charming and helpful host. Our stay here was wonderful.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayden B.

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

Fantastic Stay!

Beautiful home, clean, very warm and well located. Lisa was a pleasure to deal with - always friendly, prompt and thorough with communication. You will not be disappointed with this property/host, highly recommend and would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

Wonderful house, Wonderful location

This property was wonderful and Lisa was incredible to deal with. A last minute dash to Dunedin required a comfortable accommodation in close proximity to central Dunedin, and this property offered comfort, wonderful location and an exceptional host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanna B.

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

Lovely town house

Lovely town house, close to shops, restaurants and the university. We had a great visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

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

Tasteful & Spacious

Lisa was an amazing host and everything was provided. Her Local knowledge is exceptional & recommendations were spot on. We had an amazing meal at Brackens. Beds exceptionally comfortable and the rooms so spacious. The location was ultra convenient. We loved the cosy kitchen & dining area in front of the pellet fire. Definetly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny B.

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

Great stay

Lovely old home, fabulous large bedrooms, great location. Loved our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Les H.

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

Very Nice!

Very enjoyable stay in Dunedin in a beautiful Victorian home. The listing was accurate and the property owner communicated well with us prior to our arrival. The location is outstanding and the accommodations clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this listing!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

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

Top Notch!

There really should be a six star rating for superior accommodations such as this. We were very impressed by the quality of the furnishings, the amenities, the attention to detail and the overall ambience. The patio with a small terraced garden was also delightful. We loved every minute of our stay here and highly recommend it. Roger & Charles. (Chicago)
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

About the host

Hosted by lisawn824

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I have returned to New Zealand after 17 years in the UK working as a solicitor and for the government, managing prosecutions teams. I have bought a lovely home which I've loved living in for the first couple of years, but now I am living with my partner while we renovate his house, so I look to rent my house out from time to time.

Why they chose this property

A wonderfully proportioned house with spectacular views and in the heart of the city. What more could you ask for! :-)

What makes this property unique

Walk everywhere or bring your car - off street parking provided.
Private and sheltered back courtyard and terraced gardens.
Spacious and well proportioned rooms.
Stunning victorian features.

Languages:

English, French

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