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 living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A view from a window overlooking a backyard with a covered grill, a table, and a water fountain.
A modern kitchen with a central island, double ovens, and a large window providing natural light.
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.

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.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

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

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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 mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
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Gisborne, Gisborne

What's nearby

  • Tairawhiti Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Toihoukura School of Contemporary Art - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Gisborne Botanic Gardens - 19 min walk - 1.6 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

  • ‪Cafe Anatolia - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - ‬2 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 does it cost to stay at The Verandah at Gisborne?

As of 26 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Verandah at Gisborne on 27 October 2026 start from NZ$1,173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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. 166 out of 200 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 200 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 200 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 200 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 review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property for a large number of people.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here and would highly recommend this beautiful home. It’s situated in a lovely, leafy suburb that feels peaceful and private, while still being really close to town.The house was spacious, beautifully laid out and had everything we needed for our large group. The beds were super comfortable, which was a real bonus! We especially loved the lovely backyard and deck area, which was the perfect spot to relax, enjoy the sunshine and make use of the BBQ in the afternoons.Our host was fantastic — communication was easy and friendly, and they were incredibly accommodating of our group’s needs.We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would happily stay here again. A lovely home in a great location!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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 March 2020
We are happy to have this group anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

8/10 Good

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

great location

very comfortable house
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 January 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 June 2022
Glad you enjoyed your stay. We would be happy for you to use the house again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 February 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

5*

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

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 April 2024
We are so pleased our house suited you so well. Congratulations on your marriage. We love hosting these happy family events.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Hol

Clean and comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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 September 2023
Thank you. We welcome your group anytime as they are excellent guests.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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 review

8/10 Good

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 January 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 review

8/10 Good

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 March 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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 review

10/10 Excellent

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

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 March 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 review

10/10 Excellent

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
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