Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Beverley W.
2 March 2019
Fantastic view, vintage charm and comfy bed - everything you need for an Oamaru stay.
Beverley W.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru.
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Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Highlights
- FireplaceA rare find - cozy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Washing machine
- Air-conditioning
- Deck or patio
- Internet access
- Fireplace
Explore the area
Oamaru, Oamaru
- Janet Frame HousePlace, Janet Frame House8 min walk
- Whitestone Cheese FactoryPlace, Whitestone Cheese Factory10 min walk
- Steampunk HQPlace, Steampunk HQ20 min walk
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Main Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Separate dining area
Garden
About this property
Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru.
Beautiful Villa, with sweeping views of Oamaru and the Ocean. Wonderful location to enjoy Victorian Historic Precinct, that offers Cafe's, Steampunk shops, working Artists, Antiques, Whisky bar, Art Galleries, Steampunk Museum that includes fire breathing steam train, Scotts Brewery where beer is made on the premises. Penguin Colony viewing platform, a very cool Steampunk cafe on the harbour to enjoy lunch, and for the children a great playground. No matter if you are coming for the Steam Punk Ball or the Victorian Fete, or just want to get away for a few days, William Gillies Villa is a fabulous place to stay.
** No extra per person fees for more than two people, flat rate applied.
** No extra per person fees for more than two people, flat rate applied.
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome at this property
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
No pets allowed at this property
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property
Important information
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Property # 20043164
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Property class
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
About the area
Oamaru
Oamaru is home to this villa. Oamaru Gardens and Oamaru Harbour reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
Oamaru, Oamaru
What's nearby
- Janet Frame House - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Whitestone Cheese Factory - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Steampunk HQ - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Oamaru Harbour - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
- Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 5 min drive - 2.2 km
Restaurants
- Harbour St Bakery - 3 min drive
- Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - 4 min drive
- Indian Kitchen Restaurant - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 8 min walk
- Yumee Bento Bowl - 12 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming Character Villa in Central Oamaru. located?
Situated in Oamaru, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Whitestone Cheese Factory and Janet Frame House. Oamaru Hospital and North Otago Museum are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Diane A.
2 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great view
Great place to stay very clean,
lovely view, would stay again
Diane A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Petrina W.
6 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely villa
This lovely villa is a perfect place to stay while exploring Oamaru. Its warm and cosy and has everything you need. Walking distance to town and the views from the house are soo nice! the sunrises during our stay were incredible! Highly recomended.
Petrina W.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Paul S.
31 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely character home with great views over Oamaru
A gorgeous house with fabulous views. Our 3 teenage children loved the character and personal touches (the great book cases) - we all wanted to stay longer.
Paul S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Fiona M.
18 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Watch the sun rise
Great location and views over the township. Handy enough to walk or bike. Big spacious cottage, comfortable bed, well appointed. Thoroughly enjoyed our week ...
Fiona M.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Sharon p.
11 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
Straight forward, all communication very clear.
Sharon p.
Verified review
8/10 Good
John C.
4 January 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in
Exceptional views & peace
Despite a major issue with getting access to the property - we would still recommend this beautiful character property as a peaceful relaxing oasis in Oamaru. The kitchen was a highlight bursting with all the equipment we could want and the character decor a delight. The sleeping arrangements weren’t quite as described with one bed being a single which we squeezed our 6ft 2 son into.
John C.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Shigemitsu O.
29 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We felt a good age of NZ.
We wanted to stay here longer.
Next chance!
Shigemitsu O.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Griet M.
22 March 2019
Cosy cottage with amazing views
We loved staying at this lovely old house. The house is full of character and it felt like a home from home to us. We especially enjoyed sitting on the porch on a morning starting the day with a nice cup of coffee, admiring the views. We would definitely love to stay here again if we had the opportunity.
Griet M.
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
6 February 2019
Perfect home away from home
This is a lovely, open house with lots of beautiful touches. The kitchen has everything you need and the furnishings are comfortable and attractive. Everything feels loved and chosen with care, but relaxed as well. The rooms are generous and the windows are large, with great outlooks to the garden or over the sea. The bookshelf is well-stocked, always the sign of a good home. Thank you for sharing your lovely spot.
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Lynn S.
13 January 2019
Loved the spaciousness of the house. Very warm and comfortable.
Great seaside location. Lovely home and peaceful views. Loved the spot for viewing Boulders at Moeraki Beach. Everything was comfortable and we enjoyed playing the old record albums on the turntable! Blue penguin viewing was a real treat.
Lynn S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alan S.
4 July 2018
Good location to get around town
Good location to get around town
Alan S.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Emma H.
6 June 2018
Wonderful home away from home.
Wonderful home away from home. House was toasty warm and had everything we needed for our stay. Our bed was really comfortable and the shower has great pressure and instant hot water. Great views of sea and over town.
There is a bit of a hill but it's not far. There are also steps up to the house from the road.
Emma H.
About the host
Hosted by Melissa
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Enjoy the ever changing sea views
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