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A view of a coastal road with a large tree and ocean in the background.
A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and various kitchen items on the counter.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a gas stove.
A table with a ceramic vase, a bowl of oranges, and two white mugs, overlooking a coastal road with trees and ocean waves.
A dining area with a table and chairs, large windows with views of trees and the ocean, and wooden walls.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Wainui Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Wainui, Gisborne
  • Place, Wainui Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okitu Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Tairawhiti Museum
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Gisborne (GIS)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Double bed

1 Double Bed

Queen with exterior entry

1 Queen Bed

Super King can convert to twin beds

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Bathroom 2

Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck


Feedback: (scroll down for description) Amy: Absolutely amazing and lovely people to deal with, the best bnb experience I've ever had! Sharron and Gary went over and above to make sure we enjoyed our stay from the minite we booked to the day we left... They gave us local tips as for things to do with our kids on a rainy day, left us Fijoas and even brought us some eggs! We felt well and truly spoilt, the house is so homely, comfortable and has everything you need! Plus the location is unbeatable!!! I would highly recommend anyone to stay here! Amy

Karen: This is possibly the best place we have ever rented. Fantastic location for our beach play, immaculately clean, tidy and well organised. Lovely hosts, suited our family of 4, 2 teenagers, perfectly.

WELCOME to our beach home which is only a 30seconds walk to the white sands of Wainui Beach. Great for swimming, surfing, walking or doing absolutely nothing. Take your coffee or breakfast to 'Gary's seat' in the reserve opposite, which looks South to the old lighthouse and north to Makarori headland.
We value our neighbours - by all mean relax on the deck with a wine but no parties or constant loud noise please.

Our home is private, comfortable, and quiet. A place you can totally relax in:
in summer enjoy the shade of large pohutukawa; cruise in the shelter of the back terrace on the swing seat. In winter our heat pump will keep you warm and cosy. No matter what the weather you'll find a space to retreat to.
We’ll even throw in body boards, learner soft surfboard & a beach umbrella.
Our house is suitable for children. In addition to the beach the primary school playground next door will keep kids happy for hours.
A reserve across the road feels like an extension to our property!
The house is situated on the front of our section. We also have a 1 bedroom cottage at the back, behind a high fence with its own private entrance. This is permanently rented to a quiet older man. Only the driveway is shared.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
No gates, cupboard locks
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Events

No events allowed
Respect neighbours. No continuous loud noise.
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed on property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Can pop over road to beach reserve to smoke.

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
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Ensure your key is on kitchen hook and the other key is in the lockbox
Place all used towels in the laundry sink
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 7337783
Property # 7337783
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
Note from host: Respect neighbours. No continuous loud noise.
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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

Located in Wainui, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Tairawhiti Museum and East Coast Museum of Technology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Titirangi Reserve and Gisborne i-SITE Mini Golf. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Wainui, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Wainui Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Okitu Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Gisborne Harbour - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Tairawhiti Museum - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Kaiti Hill - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Tatapouri Fishing Club - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Anatolia - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at 30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck located?

Located in Wainui, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Wainui Beach and Okitu Beach. Makorori Headland Trailhead is 1.9 mi (3.1 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Gary and Sharron Stevenson

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Hi there, Nice to meet you. So a bit about us... we have lived in Wainui, Gisborne since 1980, when we purchased a small 1 room batch on our present site. With only a ‘long drop’, a tap attached to a corregated iron water tank and a 3 month baby we slowly built our house. Three more sons later we eventually had a comfortable home.
Once the boys had left, in 2011 we decided to travel and began housesitting in Australia and then England. Once we were on the other side of the world we decided to explore and so purchased an old van and drove to France. We just kept driving - for a year we travelled Europe and Morocco, clocking up 23, 000 miles.
After returning to NZ for a couple of years we again went back to UK, lived and worked for a year in beautiful Cambridge where we housesat various places.
We then purchased a more upmarket Motorhome and off to Europe we went again for 16 months.
We returned to NZ, imported our home on wheels and spent some years enjoying exploring our own country.
In 2022 we purchased an RV in the USA and spent 6 months a year for the past 4 years visiting various states, culminating in a 5 month trip to Alaska in 2025. We sold the RV and are now looking forward to more adventures …somewhere

Why they chose this property

Gary was raised at Makarori Beach, is a keen surfer since age 8 and we both love the beach, We value the close knit community feel here and the laid back beach lifestyle.

What makes this property unique

Ever changing views of beach and ocean. Protection from strong onshore winds but with the same view as homes beach front due to the beach front reserve opposite us. We love taking our coffee/lunch/dinner across the road or setting up the umbrella on the beach and being close enough to pop back to the house for ammenities.

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