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Take advantage of a garden, a playground and laundry facilities at Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable

  • You will find full of trees, flowers and sorts of birds in this spacious garden house. Clean, warm, comfortable home in Maori Hill, a rich area of Dunedin, well known for its safe, quiet, beautiful environment and handy location. This big, well-maintained old home consists of three bedrooms, one bathroom, two seperate toilets, full laundry, kitchen/dinning room and a separate lounge . The kitchen is fully equipped with appliances and tableware. Two heat pumps and wood burners. It has a huge Rhododendron front garden, with the sounds of different native birds.Amazing place located so close to the city center but so peaceful and beautiful! Extremely quiet street to wake up to the birds singing in the morning!

    Spacious rooms, warm and sunny with comfortable beds;
    Main pressure gas hot water;
    Two separate toilets, two hand-basins, no concerns about morning rushes ;
    Well equipped kitchen, easy to prepare your meals;
    Huge front garden and a backyard, plenty of spaces for the energetic children to explore.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,615 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off all the heaters
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Maori Hill, a neighbourhood in Dunedin, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Otago Golf Club and Speight's Brewery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Forsyth Barr Stadium or Edgar Centre. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Dunedin travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A large tree in front of a historic building with a clock tower.
    University of Otago
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Otago Museum building with a sign for the Bugs exhibition.
    Otago Museum
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A garden with a variety of roses in full bloom, a wooden bench, and a greenhouse in the background.
    Dunedin Botanic Garden
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by a park with people and pigeons.
    The Octagon
    20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • A historic building with a clock tower, surrounded by modern buildings and a clear blue sky.
    Dunedin Town Hall
    5 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station
    7 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • Staff Club
    15 min walk
  • St David Cafe
    14 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    13 min walk
  • Café Albany
    17 min walk
  • Hell Pizza
    14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable located?

Located in Maori Hill, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Bush Creek Trail, Olveston and University of Otago. Otago Museum and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dunedin Railway Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Spacious & Lively @Maori Hill--Trees, flowers & birds, Cosy and Comfortable Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a lovely stay in this cosy old villa. The house was warm, comfortable and had plenty of space for a full house. The kitchen has everything you need if you want to cook, and the host is right there if you need anything. She was super helpful and made us feel very welcome. Lounge room has good seating for all and a TV with Google chrome cast for logging in and watching your own subscriptions. A selection of books if you or the kids want to do some reading, a few board games also if time allows or weather isn't good. Having two toilets was definitely a bonus for the morning rush! The shower was lovely and hot with great water pressure, and the beds were firm but comfortable. There were also plenty of extra blankets available if needed. Parking is on the road, but there was plenty of space. It’s only a short walk up the path to the house, which is well lit at night — just remember to leave the outside light on if you’re going to be out late. We really enjoyed our stay and will definitely stay here again next time we visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay in Dunedin in Maori Hill. A large house with lots of room and well heated - we had some chilly days. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well kept property, awesome fire! Comfortable bed and living area
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Was as promised nice and clean. Good instructions, comfy beds.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely location

Great place to stay when visiting Dunedin. Very close to the city but quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was spacious, with large bedrooms and a fully appointed kitchen. It was unseasonably cold when we were there mid-January, but the two heat pumps and three oil column heaters provided were very effective.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and tidy

The beds were comfortable and the house is very clean and tidy. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot to rest while exploring Dunedin!

This was a lovely house and a beautiful neighborhood that made a great home base exploring Dunedin for a few days. Lots of room for us and our two kids to spread out and relax at the end of the day.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

Exactly as described, good communication, very clean, all around just right
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Graduation week

The house suited the family who were visiting for Graduation in Dunedin. It's quiet and comfortable. A trip back in time.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No problems were only there overnight so our stay was short Heaters were on when we arrived
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
The kitchen decor was a tad dated, but this house is so perfectly stocked and set up for a stay. Shower was lovely, everything provided, well stocked kitchen utensils etc. Just bring yourselves. It was cold while we visited Dunedin but the heat pumps warmed the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Location with awesome Bird Song - quiet street

TV has outdated vodaphone streaming box and is not a smart tv - great accommodation - house was cold, but lots of heating options.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long weekend accommodation for Uni Move In Weekend 2025

Good location and house has everything you need. Clean and tidy. On street parking only and steep path and stairs to front door which while okay for our group might not be suitable for everyone. Generally a quiet area - unfortunately the three nights we were there someone close by had very loud music blasting until the early hours which wasn't ideal.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Event in Dunedin

I booked for 6 of us to stay at this home but in the end only 3 of the 6 adults were able to stay through to illness and bereavement. The home was nice and tidy with everything we needed. Having a disability, I wish on the listing that it had stated that there is a very steep path and several steps up to the house but I managed in the end, and used the back door which was easier access. It was a very quiet area and close to our venue, milk in the fridge would be helpful but we just made do as we were there for a very short time just to sleep and go. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful 100yr old heritage home

Beautiful, spacious, well maintained, clean and well resourced house. Bedsheets and beds were so clean and comfortable. Kitchen had all basics like all the cutlery, salt, sugar, tea, coffee, some sauces, dishwasher, fridge, oven, micro, washing machine, dryer, 2 separate toilets and a separate bathroom with hair dryer, shampoo, body wash, towels, house had provision of heaters and electric blankets. Shower had nice hot water available all the time due to gas powered. The best part is that the owner lives right in top so available for anything needed. Just that the car needs to be parked on the road and a slight 40sec walk up the ramp to the house which isn't hard but just good to know.. the flood lights or outside lights could have a censor in case of walking in the night. Helen was lovely. We stayed for 8 nights and 9 days. My son had a great time playing and watching TV in the spacious house. We would love to come back.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. The only thing missing was a freezer for ice cream and other frozen items. The host was lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Terrific spot for exploring Dunedin and the southeastern area!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, well appointed, and warm
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolute ideal

Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely stay

Lovely and clean. Very good shower, everything well labelled and easy to find. Once we warmed up the house it was most comfortable. Big house in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

South Island break

Plenty of room at the property, very clean and comfortable. Very handy as 5 minutes drive to the CBD shops and restaurants. Helen is so accommodating and friendly. We had everything we needed for our break.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Clean and tidy

A nice place for a few days. It was cold when were there, but the heat pumps (2) worked well. And there’s an actual fireplace in the lounge and wood. The manager lives nearby - mostly a good thing 😊. Any queries easily addressed. We’d stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stay at Maori Hill

The house is nestled in a beautiful, tranquil garden. The house itself has stunning printed high ceilings and had everything we needed to make our stay memorable. I would recommend letting guests know beforehand there's no off-street parking and the walk up to the house is on quite a steep incline making it quite difficult for people with disabilities or the aged. All taken into consideration we would love to stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024