Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
Ideal for a weekend getaway, business accommodation, a romantic retreat or a couples surf trip.
Nestled in the hillside, back from the beach you'll have panoramic views stretching across both ocean, citrus grove and established gardens....you'll feel like you've escaped to paradise.
Nearby are the beaches of Wainui, Okitu and Makorori which are home to some of the best surf spots to be found in New Zealand. If surfing is not your thing, walking, swimming, stand up paddle boarding and kite surfing are also a part of the lifestyle in this friendly relaxed community. With views of the beach from the accomodation you may even choose to stay in and relax.
The ocean view studio is set on a lifestyle block of just over 3 acres, close enough to the beach but far enough away to completely relax and refresh your senses.
Each night you can drift to sleep as you stargaze at the stars twinkling through the high-arched windows. In the morning awake to the epic East Coast sunshine filtering through for your new day.
All of your linen is provided, including beach towels, along with complimentary tea, coffee, nespresso pods, and milk. A continental breakfast can be arranged for during your stay, please enquire about this before your arrival.
When you book for 7 nights or more we will provide a complimentary discount on your stay. Plus your room will also be serviced each week.
We look forward to welcoming you to our spot of paradise.
Please take into consideration that there are stairs that lead down to the room and carparking is available, but it is not directly beside the accomodation. The bathroom is seperate to the studio, just a few steps across the fairy light lit covered courtyard.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Place used linen on the washing machine.
Turn off the air conditioning.
Please wash, dry and return plates, cutlery and glasses.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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: No additional guests at anytime.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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
About the area
Gisborne
Located in Okitu, a neighbourhood in Gisborne, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. 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. Titirangi Reserve and Cook Observatory are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
Makorori Headland Trailhead - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Gisborne Harbour - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
Eastwoodhill Arboretum - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
Getting around
Gisborne (GIS) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Tatapouri Fishing Club - 9 min drive
Pizza Hut - 10 min drive
China Palace Restaurant & Takeaway - 10 min drive
Just Thai - 9 min drive
Neighbourhood Pizzeria - 11 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
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As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
on 1 June 2026 start from NZ$157, 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 Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
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On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
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Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
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Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Oceanview Chalet with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows - Your Serene Escape.
located?
Located in Okitu, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Okitu Beach and Wainui Beach. Makorori Headland Trailhead is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Exceptional view, great environment & accommodation with wonderful hosts - thank you! Had curtains and windows wide open all night - sounds of the sea will be a long term memory of our stay in NZ & saw a greart sunrise. Please don't be put off by the external bathroom - it is via a short covered walkway & very well fitted out - made us both grin at 0200hrs - not an incovenience at all! if only we could have stayed longer!
Kim R.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Holly
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Amazing view and location. Not just your average prefab room but a lovely place to stay.
Holly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kata
29 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful beautiful stay I defanately recommend this amazing place to stay the hosts are so friendly and welcoming they instructions to check in and find the property is so easy to follow and the views ❤️❤️❤️
Loved our stay, beautiful views, great hosts, loved our walks the beach everyday, and the accommodation had everything we needed. Loved the privacy, felt like we were the only two people on the planet Would definitely recommend.!!
Rachel C.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2025
So pleased you enjoyed your stay! Thanks for the lovely review - warms our hearts. We love this special spot too.
Alex and I had a lovely time staying here over our wedding. It was the perfect little hideaway and so peaceful waking up to that gorgeous view every day.
Kylla and Rob were great hosts and provided a delicious hamper of goodies for our stay.
We couldn't recommend this place highly enough and would live here if we could :)
Toni S.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn
4 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The View! The privacy, the quiet, the location, the owners! All above our expectations.
This is a beautiful one-room cottage set in citrus and olive groves on a beautiful estate overlooking the surf on Okitu Beach, immaculately clean and fully appointed with all amenities. Kylla was there to welcome me and gave me excellent dining recommendations. I only wish I had had more than one night to spend there, but I will definitely be back!
An awesome property, exactly as listed. We wanted a private, relaxing place with a view and that is exactly what we got. The bed is super comfortable. The bathroom & kitchen facilities perfect, There is absolutely everything you could possibly need. The grounds are lovely, easy communication with the hosts and as a bonus, their dog is super cute! I would highly recommend staying here.
Ineke R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 February 2025
So glad you had a lovely stay! Thanks for the kind words - appreciated 🙏
Perfect spot to spend your stay in Gisborne. Kylia was super helpful without intruding on privacy. The room is really spacious and everything you need including a heat pump that kept the space really warm. We were there in a really cold few days in June so the only downside was the bathroom is in a separate area that is not heated. So bring some slippers if you coming in winter. It wouldn't have put us off staying here.
Beautiful place, great hosts, very nice ocean views. Couldn’t be more pleased. Big bedroom, table 2 chairs, sofa, very private, separate bathroom shower washer. Supplied coffee tea cream cereal bread fruit etc was a surprising and very welcome addition. We rented bikes in town and residence is a bit of a hike up hill but location was well worth it. Overall nicest place we stayed in our month long trip to NZ. Kudos to the owners for a great job!
Christopher B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 January 2023
Our absolute pleasure to host you both and so so heart warming that you enjoyed your stay. Thankyou so much for your kind words. Feel free to send friends and family our way if they make it over to NZ.
The suite has everything you need. It was lovely of Kylla & Rob to supply fresh eggs, milk and cold drinks in the fridge.
We could never get tired of the stunning view from the large picture windows. A very well stocked suite that we enjoyed spending time in on rainy days.
Thanks so much for our stay Kylla & Rob
Civilisation is both close enough and far enough away. An elevated view of the ocean, some trees and a beautiful sound of the wind and water. Warm from the sun and heating if required (I stayed in July).
I went to relax, and 100% achieved my goal. Nice location for a walk on the beach (short car ride to avoid the hill on way home), and a pleasurable bike ride into “town” on Saturday all via cycle paths.
Im planning my next visit.
We really enjoyed our stay. It was the perfect place for a gateway from all the hustle. Perfect place to witness the sunrise and very close to Wainui beach.
Hosts were very welcoming and were even nice to gift us a bottle of wine. Definitely recommend staying here.
Cheers
Sid
Our family moved to Gisborne to enjoy the lifestyle, weather and proximity to some of NZ's most consistent surf spots.
Why they chose this property
I simply love spending time in the garden with the peaceful countryside views from one side of the property, or the spectacular ocean views from the other. It feels like the best of both worlds.
What makes this property unique
A thoughtfully designed property, whose character is unique in it's own right. Lovely views from each and every angle. Far enough away from the main hum of the community but within an accessible distance to town, You get to feel like your in your own heaven.
Languages:
English
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