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Beautiful and Modernised Villa

Family-friendly villa in Napier with a water park

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The Villa
Front Door
Villa Name - Auld Reekie
Kitchen
Kitchen to Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Napier City, Napier
  • Place, McLean Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Marine Parade
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Napier Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sleepout

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Toilet

Toilet

Main Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful and Modernised Villa

This property is in within easy reach of all the great Napier attractions. 15 minute walk to Napier central city.
Fully refurbished and modern - new beds and furniture for your comfort and enjoyment, and with the villa charm and character retained - wooden, high ceilings, latched windows etc.
New master bedroom en-suite, and guest bathroom with large showers, plus an additional guest toilet.
2 heat pumps for both heating and air-conditioning.
Great balcony, with BBQ ready to take advantage of the balmy nights during summer months. There are also sun blinds on the deck that can be adjusted to block the sun and wind if required.
A Nespresso machine is available for guest’s use,
3 adult and 1 child's bikes (with helmets and locks) available for guest's use on the many cycle/walkways around Napier - go exploring along the beach and extensive cycle ways.
Technology available: Sky / Satellite (with Sports), 2 x Smart TVs, WiFi, and security system, Bluetooth speaker.
There is a large grassed backyard, with swings for children to enjoy while visiting.
Portable cot and highchair are available for guest’s use.
The fourth bedroom is a sleep-out adjacent to the double garage - with an additional toilet in the house which is easily accessible off the balcony.
We expect those renting this property, and their guests, to be responsible, respectful of the neighbours, and look after the place as if it were your own.
Special conditions:
Pets not allowed without prior approval.
No smoking inside please.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
For infants - please mind the deck (supervise)
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Unless approved.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
In the house - outside is ok, but respect property

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Napier

Located in Napier, this villa is in the city centre. Faraday Centre and National Aquarium of New Zealand are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Napier Botanical Gardens and Onekawa Aquatic Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Map
Napier City, Napier

What's nearby

  • McLean Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Nelson Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Marine Parade - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Napier Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 9 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Central Fire Station Bistro - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Baked By Central Fire Station - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful and Modernised Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful and Modernised Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful and Modernised Villa located?

Located in the centre of Napier, this family-friendly villa is within a 5-minute walk of McLean Park and Nelson Park. National Aquarium of New Zealand and Faraday Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Briana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a wonderful experience in Napier. The house was fully equipped with everything we needed and more. I wish we had more time there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan W.

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

Great spot

Great property with excellent facilities- will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for the two couples who stayed! The house updates are so nice- the kitchen was well equipped! The location is very convenient , the communication was excellent! We would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria L.

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

Great place to stay

Lovely rooms and area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise and Mark B.

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

Great house

Very nice tidy house beautifully presented .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidi S.

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

Synergy of Charm and Modern ammenities

We were a group of 8 and it was a very comfortable Everything g you needed and more to enjoy a few days at home away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Beautiful

Stunning property, everything you need. Clean, super comfortable, walking distance to amenities. Loved staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

John C.

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

Weekend away

Property was excellent the high ceilings with wood paneling looked fantastic Plenty of parking Bed comfortable, good shower
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Finn B.

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

Outstanding Accomodation

Outstanding accomodation - even better in real life.Well stocked, spacious, great for entertaining.Good location.Excellent comms and lovely hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

grant S.

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

great place would stay again it was like just being at home

great place clean and tidy well set up 5 stars to the owners we would like to stay again sometime cheers grant & Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

David O.

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

Napier Stay

Excellent accommodation for our family we were all very happy staying in this lovely house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Beautiful home

This was a lovely property to stay in. Everything was beautifully appointed and the check in process went smoothly. And close to the cricket ground too!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moehau H.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Me and two other friends stayed, was absolutely wonderful experience staying at this place. Would do it again in a heartbeat. Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan P.

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

Beautiful home in Napier

Really well done property. Fully equipped kitchen, well maintained home throughout with updated bathrooms. 6 weeks in New Zealand and this is the best vacation home we have stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona M.

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

Millard Wirihana Family holiday

Our home away from home was a serene oasis, radiating warmth and welcome. It exceeded all our expectations and more. With ample space, for our family of seven. The coffee machine was a lovely addition! We felt very at home. Thank you from us
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRUNO W.

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

Napier

Lovely period homeVery chilled stay.Close to the wonderful architecture of Napier city centre and nearby vineyards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

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

Fantastic place.

Perfect for a get away, quiet location very comfortable and loads of room. Will stay again. Thanks 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Loved our stay

House was great and worked really well for our stay with the four large bedrooms (using the sleepout). Plenty of room, very modern and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola F.

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

A great break

Superb place, close to shopping and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

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

Thank you so much for the lovely stay

We throughly enjoyed our stay. Great communication from Paul and Sally and they went out of their way to make sure we were happy and comfortable.The house was very clean and tidy. Thank you A
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam H., Wellington New Zealand

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

Fantastic property!

We were away for a foodie weekend in Hawkes Bay and so did a lot of cooking and eating and the kitchen was excellent and spent plenty of time enjoying the deck. Great place and the hosts were great, would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Arlene B.

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

Amazing stay

We loved our stay here! We spent the night before and night of our wedding here with our friends and had the most special time. The house and yard were spectacular. The boys stayed here the evening before and they were at the wedding raving about the backyard and the games they got to play all morning. Big, beautiful house. Can’t fault it! Great location, very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

Group Stay

This property was perfect for our group of six adults. The kitchen was well stocked for a large group who like to cook in. The beds were comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

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

A fantastic place to stay in Napier

We had a wonderful time staying at the property. Had everything we needed to enjoy a most comfortable stay and very handy to all locations. Thank you once again Paul & Sally for all your help with organising everything for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn D.

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

Lovely place for a family holiday

This villa was clean, spacious, well-equipped for a family weekend. Easy to access and communicate. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Sally and Paul

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What makes this property unique

Modern accommodation in a 1920's villa.
Large, safe backyard and plenty of off-street parking.
Walking distance to the CBD (15 min), and cycle/walkways.

Languages:

English

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