10/10 Excellent
Andrea G.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous beachfront
Andrea G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Apartment
Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 240 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Wainui Beach, Gisborne
- Wainui Beach1 min walk
- Gisborne Harbour6 min drive
- Gisborne Hospital11 min drive
- Gisborne (GIS)15 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Studio Unit
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Wainui Absolute Beachfront Studio Unit
Beachfront Studio Unit with king-size bed and separate bathroom. Wainui beach with its white sand beach offers some of the best surf to be found in New Zealand. Walking, swimming and stand up paddle boarding are all part of the lifestyle. A short drive north to Makorori beach and then on up the coast to Pouawa and Tolaga Bay with it's legendry wharf or a walk to Cooks Cove for a swim. 6 kms back to Gisborne CBD with cycleway access part of the way. The harbour area boasts great eateries including Gisborne Wine Centre, The Works, The Wharf and Lone Star. Across the road from the Harbour area is the historic Blitz Surf Shop one of the first in New Zealand. The town beach has a great cycle and walkway linking beach and river. Kaiti Hill with its walking and fitness tracks and stunning view from the top is another attraction.
Special conditions:
We welcome quiet respectful guests to share our wonderful property and will go out of our way to make your stay great. The unit is best suited to couples. Unfortunately there is no disabled access as there are steps only. Stretcher available by arrangement for extra person but suited to couple. Extra charge applies if additional person agreed.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Special conditions:
We welcome quiet respectful guests to share our wonderful property and will go out of our way to make your stay great. The unit is best suited to couples. Unfortunately there is no disabled access as there are steps only. Stretcher available by arrangement for extra person but suited to couple. Extra charge applies if additional person agreed.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property manager
CarnieN9
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
2 Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Visitors onlys by arrangement with owners.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Definitely no smoking
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
Note from host: Visitors onlys by arrangement with owners.
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
About the area
Gisborne
Located on the beach, this apartment is in Wainui, a neighbourhood in Gisborne. Te Poho-o-Rawiri Meeting House and Captain Cook Statue are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Longbush Wines and Gisborne Harbour. Titirangi Reserve and Cook Observatory are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Wainui Beach, Gisborne
What's nearby
- Wainui Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
- Gisborne Harbour - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
- Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
- Midway Beach - 8 min drive - 7.8 km
- Gisborne Hospital - 11 min drive - 9.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Kfc - 7 min drive
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Subway - 7 min drive
- Burger King - 7 min drive
- Yoko'Sushi Express Cafe - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Flick F.
5 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Absolute!
Flick F.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
12 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property
Sue W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
wade N.
22 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gisborne 2025
wade N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Moira M.
12 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Moira M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Anthony G.
11 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient studio with stunning location and views
Anthony G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ross S.
10 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wainui beach.
Ross S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
S F.
9 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place, great view
S F.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
steve B.
26 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
steve B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael S.
15 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wainui Beach
Michael S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Darryl n Casey T.
6 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
Darryl n Casey T.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris F.
18 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Look no further
Chris F.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Suzanne S.
12 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best
Suzanne S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Gill K.
27 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas at wainui
Gill K.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vikki B.
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach front studio
Vikki B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
nicky h.
5 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous spot
nicky h.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rhiannon G., Auckland
14 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views of the ocean
Rhiannon G.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nadine C.
12 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Nadine C.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robyn G.
30 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little plave by beach
Robyn G.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm C., Hastings
19 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach stay
Malcolm C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Zenzi P.
7 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect hideaway
Zenzi P.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle S.
30 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic beach location
Michelle S.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Catherine L.
14 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brilliant stay
Catherine L.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Naveen A.
9 December 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures don’t do justice
Naveen A.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Claire R.
20 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Staycation
Claire R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
Hosted by CarnieN9
We are a retired couple living on-site and love to share our very special piece of paradise.
Why they chose this property
You cannot get any closer to this amazing white sand beach. Check the surf on surf camera hosted by www.blitzsurf.com.
What makes this property unique
Stunning views north and south along Wainui Beach.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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