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Character Napier South Villa

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Outdoor dining
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Napier City, Napier
  • McLean Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Marine Parade
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Napier (NPE-Hawke's Bay)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Master Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Character Napier South Villa

Beautifully restored 1910 Villa. Offers all the comforts of home. Nestled within Napier South close to Marine Parade, only 10minutes walk. These nearby attractions including fantastic childrens playground/scooter/bike track. Icecream shops, cafes and The National Aquarium of New Zealand. Being the Art Deco capital that we are you are a stones throw away from the Architecture and hype of the Art Deco events and festivities that Napier is famous for. Really close to the Rotary pathways to explore the city on your bike, which can be hired from the Marine Parade cycle hire shop. Ocean Spa offers a relaxing way to spend an evening soaking in heated outdoor pool or spa, or enjoying the gym facilities available. If wine tasting is your thing, chose from the many Cellar doors in the area either guided or non guided, car or bike. These wines can also be found in many of our top local restaurants the city has to offer. If Cricket or Rugby is your thing then you could not get any closer, in fact the ball can land in your back yard!
Special conditions:
Our Villa is set up ideally for 3 couples, or a large family group.
Smoking is acceptable outside only.
It is a fully fenced property with secure off street parking that
can accommodate up to 4 cars if necessary.
Please note this is our home that we live in not just a leave
and lock up batch.
More pictures to come.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$100.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

tessb533
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Napier

Napier South, a neighbourhood in Napier, is home to this holiday home. Art Deco Trust and Daily Telegraph Building are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include National Aquarium of New Zealand and Faraday Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at McLean Park or Park Island Sports Complex. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Napier City, Napier

What's nearby

  • McLean Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Marine Parade - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • National Aquarium of New Zealand - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • War Memorial Conference Center - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Napier Prison - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Burgerfuel Napier - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Kfc - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sai Thai Eatery - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Character Napier South Villa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Character Napier South Villa pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Character Napier South Villa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Character Napier South Villa?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Character Napier South Villa located?

Located in Napier South, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of McLean Park and Nelson Park. Marine Parade and National Aquarium of New Zealand are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 89 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Monica P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Napier
Beautiful old house with a lovely surrounding garden.Nicely furnished with some unique touches.Easy walk into the town centre and beach. Situated on a slightly busy road but this did not bother us. Maclean Park stadium is next door and was not a bother even during an evening cricket match. A good cafe and second hand bookstore were nearby.The
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

ross j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
couldn't be better
The moment I saw the colourful front garden I knew I had made the right choice in my holiday home. And when I walked around to the back and saw the verdant grape pergola I knew I would be enjoying many happy hours quaffing Hawke's Bay pinot gris there. And the inside - very spacious, tastefully furnished/decorated rooms, well-provided. Sadly my last week was interrupted by the disastrous cyclone that has so seriously devastated the region - but the host could not have been kinder - bringing me a thermos of hot water every morning, a warm meal at night, they were able to arrange for me to make an early exit, took me to the airport. All beyond expectations; they could see how stressed I was by this catastrophe
Stayed 18 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fantastic stay in a perfect location for families, just a scoot away from the aquarium, bike track with traffic lights, playground, skate park and everything else on Marine Parade! The rooms are light and bright and spacious and the dining area outside is really special. The spa pool is long gone but the new air conditioning was very much needed on hot days. If bringing a toddler or baby, bring all their bits and bobs- cutlery and bowls etc. Tess was a warm and friendly host who was easy to communicate with, and we can’t wait to come back and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot for grandparents, parents and two kids
Spent 4 nights at this Bach with our daughter, her partner and two grandkids (6 and 2) on 1st visit to Napier area. Location was very convenient (right by cricket stadium but that was no issue). Very walkable, Close to stores, coffee, wonderful bakery. Incredibly comfortable interior, beautifully appointed, great kitchen, comfy beds, nice bathrooms and a garden that was stunning. I would stay here again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous, leafy 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 was perfect for “girls getting ready” photos. So green, so many plants everywhere! Bedrooms are very big and there’s two big living areas to spread out in. Great location. Very clean. Comfy beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harold K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb location for exploring the Napier area.
Quaint, charming character home… loved the diverse vegetation, both inside and outside. Next door to the stadium for events, close to the downtown core, easy access to the local wineries, the cycle trails and treks. Thoroughly enjoyed our time here and the host was great with communications, providing suggestions well in advance of our arrival.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

William S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and walking distance to Napier
We found the property to be good, not great. It was comfortable, but not as clean as we would expect. We enjoyed being close to the downtown and we liked the sunny sitting area and plants inside. The location could be a problem if there is an event at the stadium, which is right next to the property. The host was helpful and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family break away
Great location, was perfect for walking to town and accessing amenities. Easy parking for the trailer and car.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the Garden!
The owner has an amazing selection of plants both inside and outside. These really made the place feel like home! Lots of outside space. We easily had room for 2 cars and 7 bikes. Great covered patio, good bbq, and a well appointed kitchen. We were able to make a full Christmas dinner. The bathrooms were modern & spacious. Immensely enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent Property
Great location and property. Thank you again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home away from home
Location was fabulous, easy walk to town. Perfect for two couples as we each had a bathroom and plenty of different spaces to relax. Loved the outdoor area and BBQ, beautiful garden. Great to have off street parking. Listing did say pool and gym which it didn't have but we didn't mind. Super responsive host, quickest I've experienced. Loved the ceilings and cute art deco touches. Fresh flowers inside were a nice touch too. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding accom
We were in Napier for our daughter’s wedding. There was myself and my husband, my oldest son, his partner and under 2 year old from Queensland and my youngest son from New York. The house was fabulous and worked really well for us all as plenty of space, clean and in a great location, close to the waterfront and where our daughter and family were staying. Tess was very easy to communicate with before and during the stay and the arrival process was very easy. Would definitely recommend Tess and her home and definitely come back and stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Louise B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Napier
The house is very nice, on a busy road, close to central Napier and sea front, lovely garden with tables, chairs and decks to catch the light. Kitchen and bathrooms well equipped but bedrooms need more personal storage and hanging space. Beds comfortable but more pillows and simple duvet covers. We had a good time in Napier, thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Villa
The house is lovely and interesting and the hosts clearly have a green thumb; both inside and outside are filled with healthy plants, which is uplifting. The upside of the location is that it’s not a long walk to beach, and quite fast by car to downtown or north Napier, or to highways out of town. The downside is that it’s on a rather busy street. The host was helpful and fast in communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
We had a fabulous stay, the house was a perfect base to see Napier. The AC was a blessing in the heat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Great
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away
A nicely furnished and well equipped villa not far from the centre. Very handy for our son’s cricket at Nelson Park as it just a couple of minutes walk. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
Stunning villa, beautiful gardens with lovely places to sit and enjoy the space. Fantastic location, spotlessly clean and tidy. Has everything you need for a relaxing break. So wonderful we could bring our dogs, our son loved it too. One of the best holiday homes we have stayed in Napier. Thank you so much Tess, our son had the best time celebrating his big 10! We will be back for sure😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous villa in a handy city location
A beautiful home with plenty of space for our extended family group of 4 adults and 2 children. Great communication with the owner and thoughtful touches of wine and bouquets of flowers left for us! Right next to McLean park so walking distance into the city. Really comfortable place to stay and would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shyam P., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid stay in Napier
The place is much better that the photos appear. It was a beautifully furnished house in a very central location with great amenities. Our group had a wonderful stay after our new years trip. Also perfect location for Napier wine tasting.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Garden oasis and gracious historical home
Beautiful property inside and out. Very spacious with great outdoor seating for entertaining. A lovely experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerard & Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem in central Napier
We were lucky enough to spend 10 wonderful days in this beautiful character family home with its magical outdoor dining and garden. Perfectly located for everything that this lovely city and beach have to offer. After arriving, we hardly used the car. We walked 15-20km a day around the city, beach, port and up on the Bluff with our dog. Highly recommended and hope to go back for another stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rosie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed stay
All three generations and the dog had a brilliant stay! Plenty of room for everyone and we loved sitting out on the front verandah. Comfy and clean! Great location with easy walk/scooter to beach, park and town.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
Great stay Couldn’t fault this place Thanks so much
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family retreat
Thank you, Tess. This property offers everything you could ever hope to need and was the perfect place for out family reunion. We loved staying at your place and really appreciated it.
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022

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Hosted by tessb533

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What makes this property unique

Spacious bedrooms and living areas

Languages:

English

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