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Stay in School by the Sea

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A wooden deck with a bench, surrounded by potted plants and a birch tree.
A view through a door with a 'Welcome to View' sign, a chalkboard with a list of activities, and a potted plant on the floor.
A field of tall grasses with the sun shining through them.
A residential house with a large tree in the front yard, a patio area, and a garage.
A reception area with a leather couch, a coffee table, and a wall displaying various items.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Dunedin Area, Dunedin
  • Place, Meremere Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean View Domain
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean View Beach Playground and Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1-The Principal's Office

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2 - Formerly The Main Office

4 Single Beds and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Dunedin

Located in Ocean View, a neighbourhood in Dunedin, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Dunedin Town Hall and Regent Theatre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Orokonui Ecosanctuary and Meremere Reserve. Wal's Plant Land and Ocean Beach Railway are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and ecotours nearby.
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Dunedin Area, Dunedin

What's nearby

  • Meremere Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Ocean View Domain - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Ocean View Beach Playground and Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Otago - 24 min drive - 20.9 km
  • St. Clair Beach - 34 min drive - 20.5 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 17 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Green Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mosgiel Tavern - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Brighton Beach Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bp - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Concord Inn - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay in School by the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stay in School by the Sea?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay in School by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay in School by the Sea?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay in School by the Sea located?

Located in Ocean View, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Meremere Reserve, Ocean View Domain and Ocean View Beach Playground and Park. Brighton Domain is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

Lovely place to stay with family or friends.

Lovely place to stay with family or friends. Clean, comfy and warm. Great hosts. Would love to stay again
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach house

Lovely property and Nicky is very helpful and easy to communicate with. Tennis court is great place for kids to play on scooters. Easy walk to the beach. Property is fenced and at the end of a quiet street.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing old school accomodation

Nicky was super friendly and welcoming. We love outdoor aread with lots of activities to do. The set up is very welcoming for Young families with spacious rooms. Nicky let us change set up of single beds so kids could all sleep together. We would definitely recommend this accomodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice idea being in a repurposed school.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic place to stay

This is an awesome place to stay. And I didn’t even get the strap from the headmaster 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The old schoolyard

Nostalgic, comfortable, excellent location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Owners great

Great accommodation
Stayed 48 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent communication from Nicky. Prefect retreat for the whole family. Lotsa activities for every

Good value, clean and tidy, with a great rural location only 15 minutes to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing

An amazing host is Nicky and Mike. Spotless place very comfy!!!!
Stayed 63 nights in Apr 2019
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From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay, So clean and welcoming kids had a blast couldve stayed...

Fantastic stay, So clean and welcoming kids had a blast couldve stayed there for the week. So warm even in mid winter. Dog loved it too. Best part was not having to fill the car to the brim as everything was provided making things so much easier to escape we will be back
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely quiet with seaview.

Lovely quiet with seaview. Comfortable and clean. Great space.
Archival

8/10 Good

good owner

good owner
Archival

10/10 Excellent

The property is a converted school so there is plenty of room to get your gear sorted out and for ki

The property is a converted school so there is plenty of room to get your gear sorted out and for kids to play and explore. The beautiful beach is just a short walk away and is a perfect place to unwind from your travels.
Archival

8/10 Good

A great place for a family holiday.

A great place for a family holiday. Quiet but with a tennis court and animals and plenty of space for kids to run around. The drive into Dunedin was easy and took about 15 minutes. Beds were clean and very comfortable. We had a very enjoyable stay despite the weather.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely beaches close by, quiet and spacious, with a homely feel, animals close by, feels beach like

Lovely beaches close by, quiet and spacious, with a homely feel, animals close by, feels beach like as well as rural, and only a short distance to the city. Somewhere to go to relax and get away from the busy life to chill out and relax.
Archival

8/10 Good

The privacy, proximity to beach and city!

The privacy, proximity to beach and city!
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