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30secs to the beach Check surf from the deck

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A view of a coastal road with a large tree and ocean in the background.
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.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a gas stove.
A kitchen with a microwave, sink, and various kitchen items on the counter.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Wainui Beach

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Wainui, Gisborne
  • Place, Wainui Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Okitu Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Gisborne Harbour
    ‪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

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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 hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
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
  • Kaiti Hill - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Midway Beach - 12 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Gisborne (GIS) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Anatolia - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Adrian’s Espresso - ‬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.

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. 20 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gisborne

Great access to the beach- very nice accommodations! Great to have a washer /dryer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach stay

Very clean with any needs taken care of. Walking distance to the beach. Beach towels provided, hot outdoor shower on your return. Well-stocked kitchen with everything you need for self-catering.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Far exceeded expectations

What a perfect spot, sea view, so tidy, comfortable accomodation and heaps of space for 5. Excellent hosts who go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need and accomodate our last minute changes. Having an outdoor shower after a sea dip was icing on the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
So glad you had a great time. You are most welcome again. And thanks for leaving the house super tidy. Congratulations on your teams win also :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wish I could keep this a secret

Gary and Sharron Stevenson did an excellent job opening their home up to our family. Their family house right on the beach couldn’t have been more relaxing. Their home was clean, warm, cozy, spacious, stocked with games, and coffee! I enjoyed meeting these Wainui locals and learning about the area from Gary. Sharron was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating. Wainui is a special place and I wish I could keep it a secret but writing this review is the best way to express our gratitude for sharing this wonderful place with us. I can’t wait to go back. Mahalo nui!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jan 2022 - Wainui Supreme

This is a wonderful place to stay in Wainui. Supreme spot and wonderful relaxed home giving everyone plenty of space. When you are not on the front deck watching the waves you can be around the back looking up at those wonderful hills. Sharron and Gary great hosts and excellent on the communications. Thanks for letting us enjoy your home this summer. Paul & Zara
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family wants to come back

Entire family had a great time. Perfect spot by a family friendly beach. The surfing tips were much appreciated. We would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing whānau get away

From the very first contact our hosts were so hospitable. The home was amazing and so well equipt. The view of the beach, close walking range, and proximty to town was wonderful. We had the best time and it is a fantastcially, comfortable home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great lication

Easy process
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Unforgettable

Great waves, a comfortable home, an amazing location and a big earthquake made for an unforgettable trip. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Wainui

This is possibly the best property 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. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for our family

Great communication from Sharon prior to our arrival and met on arrival. Excellent view of Wainui beach and very easy access. The house was spotlessly clean, nice linen and beds and well equipped with everything we needed. Thanks Sharon and Barry.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family beach holiday

Very comfortable for our nephews and their families
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
It was a please
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wainui Weekend

Beautiful vista of the ocean just across the road, found the time spent there relaxing and refreshing. Would do it again in a flash!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wainui

We had a fantastic week, loved sitting on the deck watching the waves, awesome surf and Wainui beach times, thank you very much!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Gem Close to beach

Excellent beach property. Clean and great location
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nice holiday house, clean and comfortable

Good location seaside house, clean and comfortable, lovely views we love to come back Next time
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
Thank you for treating our home with respect and leaving it spotless. You are welcome back anytime.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Great holiday.

Perfect location. Comfortable, clean and pleasant house. Would happily go back.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful beach home!!! So much fun to be at:)))

Thank you so much Gary and Sharron for sharing your home with us. It had everything we needed to feel right at home & the location is an ocean lovers & surfers paradise!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A piece of paradise for families

We were so lucky to find this gem! The property was family friendly, beautifully clean and comforting. The location is incredible right on Wainui Beach and close to so many other gorgeous coastal spots. We loved our stay having some incredible adventures. Thanks for sharing your home with us we truly appreciate your lovely property. The neighbors were incredible and helped out with local knowledge of the area and made the stay even better. We would love to come back again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful house, very clean, well equipped kitchen, nice location

The hosts are very welcoming, and really want to give you a good time. The house is kept very clean, and you can feel at home here. It is so nice for the kids to go to the beach, and come home again, as much as they like! There was quite a lot of driftwood on the beach, which the kids used to build a hut with. Some people took pictures of it! It is only a short distance to the city, from where we got our supplies for the week, absolutely great! Thanks Gary and Sharron!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
We wondered if the stunning driftwood house was your family’s effort - very cool. Glad you had a great beach holiday. You are welcome anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

The day we won the bach booking game at Wainui Beach

Sharron and Gary's place was the perfect base for a few day's work on the coast, a relaxing sanctuary to come back to with the best view and literally everything we needed. Surf at the doorstep, all the home comforts, super clean, quality linen, comfy beds, WIFI, well appointed kitchen, heat pump, hot outdoor shower... I literally can't recommend their home enough. We even lucked it with a whale just out in front on the day we arrived. They're also really helpful and gracious hosts, thanks for sharing your local knowledge when we checked in before you rolled out in your camper, and making sure everything was taken care of. 100% will be back if I can find an excuse to do some more work in Gizzy this summer and beat the rush for the bookings!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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