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Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire chalet

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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Napier, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand
  • Marine Parade
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • McLean Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees

Five minutes walk to the centre of town, this charming fully-furnished family home is set among trees in a quiet location across the road from Gleeson Park. This reserve is mainly lawn and trees with a small playground for children, and is suitable for family games and picnics ... bring your badminton net!
Designed and built by an architect in the 1960s, the quirky home has many interesting features including a narrow sky-view strip that runs the length of the roof. Very little has been modified over the years, apart from the original balcony. This was completely rebuilt (2017) to comply with modern building-safety standards.
The master bedroom upstairs has a small bridge that leads across to an elevated private garden with fruit trees.
While the main bathroom has a shower, toilet and bath, upstairs there's a second toilet with hand basin.
Being a chalet style with open stairs, our holiday home is not ideally suited for wee toddlers or the infirm.
Off street parking is available for up to three vehicles.
Special conditions:
Minimum stay 2 nights.
$190 per night for 2 adults, plus $10 per night per extra person.

Smoking allowed outside only.

Extras: Linen (included); Free Wifi (included);Sky TV. (included)
NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to leave the Bach in a tidy condition.
This chalet's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Faraday Centre. Laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • Guests have great things to say about the overall condition of the property and the location
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Faraday Centre and Municipal Theatre
As a guest of Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Napier chalet is smoke free.

Property manager

Ron Veen

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking not allowed in the house, but ok outside.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome
  • Note from host: Please send inquiry to discuss

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Not really for toddlers because of the stairs

Important information

You need to know

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 first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 351 out of 517 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 517 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 517 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 517 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 517 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Heather F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Heather

Served our purposeLots of room
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Sim M.

Great spaces and natural lifht

Great communal spaces for a family group of 8 (3 generations). A little cluttered for us but plenty of art to look at and books to read. Loads of clean linen and towels provided by the host. Appliances were clean/new and easy to use. We stayed 4 nights and the location was fantastic for central Napier. The mezzanine floor had 2 single beds and is light in the morning and above the lounge so the light sleepers of the group found it difficult to sleep. The host was on site but in a separate unit. He met us on arrival, came over once during our stay to see if we could help him alter his online amenities re the bbq and on our departure. There was no bbq as advertised. However when I messaged the host where the bbq was, he was apologetic and stated he would delete this from the list of amenities advertised online. Overall it was certainly adequate for our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Butties

Overall good experience. Some aspects a little tired.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Work collegues

Great setting,plenty of space and well equiped
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley T.

Review

Overall a very unique and cute place to stay. Perfect for Art Deco lovers. Lovely views from all around the house and can feel like you’re in the trees. Cleanliness improvements would be the shower, uncleaned oven trays and general dusting. The host is right nextdoor which I feel should be noted but he is lovely and gives you your space to enjoy the property. Overall would happily stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vance O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Location and Very Comfortable

My partner and I were so pleased with the location. We especially loved the large living room, kitchen and dining area. It was a short walk to the City Center, beach, grocery stores and many restaurants. The Hawke's Bay Trail System is spectacular for walking/running and biking. It was such a pleasure to have Ron as our host.
Stayed 88 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Deon K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Accomodation

Was so lovely, spacious and very clean and nice location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Vicki H.

Home away from home

Very comfortable stay ... great outdoor areaPlenty of roo. for everyone
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lee A.

Quirky

Loved our stay , peaceful, everything provided, comfy beds , loved the quirky nature of the place . Would definitely stay again 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun, quirky, and central

The ideal house for an extended family. Room for everyone without feeling cluttered. Handy to CBD and Marine Parade meant we didn't need multiple vehicles. Friendly helpful host without being intrusive. Great outdoor spaces for summer stays. Quiet street.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

MELANIE C.

Liked: Cleanliness

The birds really do sing

The location of this house is perfect. Very near the centre of Napier but tucked away in a quiet little street. The birds in the nearby trees and bushes sing beautifully. The house is very big with plenty of space for everyone. It is very interesting with lots of personal touches from the owners and some vintage pieces. The Laundry room was a godsend as we were running low on clean clothes. As the house is very large with lots of tall ceilings and books and crannies there are a few bits that are a bit dusty or need replacement
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Esther n.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute home on the hill

We had a wonderful stay at Ron’s house. It is very nice and had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy O., Wellington

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb Spot

Lovely spot with heaps of spots to find some quiet or to play "hide and seek". Really close to town to pop down for anything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jolene M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect slice of paradise on the hill

Lovely stay in a beautiful peaceful location. Great space for a group, and the host was fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness

57 Faraday

Handy location. Very helpful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate R., Maroochydore

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location & house

Great location. House was exactly as described. It’s an older place but has everything you need. Ron was more than accommodating and super friendly to deal with. My group of friends absolutely loved this place. Downfalls are only one shower, curtains over windows slightly mouldy and kitchen wasn’t fully equipped for the meal we were whipping up but it all worked in the end. Highly recommend. Thanks Ron
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

NZ holiday

Comfortable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Quirky on Faraday

Great property, just be aware both internal staircases have no railings, and steps to washing line are definitely not suitable for anyone walking with a stick! Host lives on site, friendly and helpful. Good location- Faraday Museum well worth a visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Janene d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, quirky house

A great place to stay, it had everything we needed, and the host was very friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Repeat Offender

This is the 3rd time staying here. We enjoy the house & the host is excellent. Thanks Ron.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gaynor S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Show Judges Stay

Ron was an excellent host, many thanks, the judges loved your home... Many thanks again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Caroline C.

Girls weekend

With most of our group think the stairs need gates at the tops so no accidents happen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tupu C., Kaikohe 0473

Liked: Cleanliness

Enjoyed the hospitality of the owner immensely and helped us out we broke down for extra day no cost

The property is very accommodated would have been lovely with an extra shower but that never held us back at all so thank you very much
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quirky but amazing

Our spacious stay was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jason m.

Liked: Cleanliness

quicky gem

my girl said it was open and spacious. my other girl said it was amazing but would have liked heaters in there room. my partner liked the decor and colours rainbow door and steps. i liked all the pop out decks everwhere. my girl liked the bath. it was very quite street.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024