Five minutes from the town centre, this charming 1960s home in a quiet location offers an elevated private garden with fruit trees and Sky TV. Unwind in the garden or take a stroll to Gleeson Park across the road, perfect for family games and picnics. With free WiFi, off-street parking for three vehicles and linen included.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire chalet
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees
Five minutes walk to the centre of town, this charming fully-furnished family home is set among trees in a quiet location across the road from Gleeson Park. This reserve is mainly lawn and trees with a small playground for children, and is suitable for family games and picnics ... bring your badminton net! Designed and built by an architect in the 1960s, the quirky home has many interesting features including a narrow sky-view strip that runs the length of the roof. Very little has been modified over the years, apart from the original balcony. This was completely rebuilt (2017) to comply with modern building-safety standards. The master bedroom upstairs has a small bridge that leads across to an elevated private garden with fruit trees. While the main bathroom has a shower, toilet and bath, upstairs there's a second toilet with hand basin. Being a chalet style with open stairs, our holiday home is not ideally suited for wee toddlers or the infirm. Off street parking is available for up to three vehicles. Special conditions: Minimum stay 2 nights. $190 per night for 2 adults, plus $10 per night per extra person.
Smoking allowed outside only.
Extras: Linen (included); Free Wifi (included);Sky TV. (included) NOTE: Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to leave the Bach in a tidy condition.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Internet
Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Stereo
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Smoking not allowed in the house, but ok outside.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city centre
Near an outlet shopping centre
Near the bay
Near the marina
Things to do
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Please send inquiry to discuss
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Not really for toddlers because of the stairs
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking not allowed in the house, but ok outside.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock
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
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 near the beach, this chalet is in Hospital Hill, a neighbourhood in Napier. Daily Telegraph Building and Art Deco Trust are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Hawke’s Bay Farmers’ Market and Hastings City Growers Market. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at McLean Park, or consider a night out at Napier Soundshell. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. Visit our Napier travel guide
Is Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?
Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.
What time is check-out at Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees located?
Located in Hospital Hill, this chalet is within a 15-minute walk of Faraday Centre, Municipal Theatre and Daily Telegraph Building. Napier Botanical Gardens and Nelson Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
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Enjoy the sound of the birds among the trees Reviews
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Exceptional
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Great house in a really quiet neighbourhood yet only a short walk to the town centre and shops and restaurants. Ron the owner lives next door and he was extremely helpful when we had a minor problem.
Great location as walking distance to Napier town and cycling distance to wetlands
Barbara S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
WADE
27 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
VERY CLOSE TO CENTRE OF TOWN, SUPER MARKET, 2 MINUTES AWAY, NICE QUIET STREET WITH CHARACTER PROPERTIES. SUNNY SPOT, INTERESTING ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN OF HOUSE.
WOULD RECCOMMEND FOR SHORT STAY.
We enjoyed staying nice and comfortable house. We 6 of us have Enough space to relax Everything including airport are close to the house.Highly recommend!
The property is in an excellent location. Off street parking is tricky. The house is very cosy, if a little tired. Comfy beds and lovely artwork. Stairs are steep and could be difficult for young children and older adults. Overall a very pleasant place to stay.
My partner and I were so pleased with the location. We especially loved the large living room, kitchen and dining area. It was a short walk to the City Center, beach, grocery stores and many restaurants. The Hawke's Bay Trail System is spectacular for walking/running and biking. It was such a pleasure to have Ron as our host.