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Seabreeze Cottage, by the ocean in Brighton, Otago
Enjoy sea-views from the living-room or be walking on the sand in 1 minute. The deck at the rear is sunny and rural with a sheltered BBQ area. Fully renovated, in keeping with it's Art Deco architecture, the gas-fire warms the living-room. The kitchen is fully equipped, the beds are comfortable (king in master/twin singles in 2nd bedroom) and OSP for 4 cars. It's a 7 minute walk to the swimming beach, cafe and dairy. Take the 16kms to Taieri Mouth for coastal scenery, fishing, walks and picnics.

Emerson's House & Breakfast
Looking for a cozy place near city center, top beaches & Dunedin's attractions? Our private, self-contained lower-level suite offers Kitchenette Studio w/ queen bed Small room w/ bunk bed Toilet & bathroom Laundry area Netflix, Prime, Disney+,Youtube Large sofa w/ 4 reclining seats& built-in speaker Separate access w/ option for off-street parking Free breakfast: weetbix, oats, cornflakes, rices, hot drinks to make, 1 liter of milk. Ideal for couples or a family/group up to 4 Discount 7days+

MacStay-Beautiful Architectural Guest Studio
Want stunning views to wake up to? a quiet and relaxing space? ...you found MacStay! Our sun filled studio (22m2) is architecturally designed & has the ‘wow’ factor. Wake up to birdsong and the ever changing harbour scene. In beautiful Macandrew Bay, on the stunning Otago Peninsula but just 15 min drive from the city and a 1km stroll to the cafe and beach. Your own private entrance and deck, and beautifully appointed en suite and bedroom space. Come and relax. ‼️steps/uphill path to entrance

Secluded waterfront new-build - 5min walk to beach
Beautiful newly built two bedroom home surrounded by native trees and orchard. A stone’s throw from stunning family-friendly Brighton beach, the food forest garden slopes to the edge of Ōtokia creek where you can enjoy sunset round the firepit listening to the sound of ocean waves. Bird feeders in constant use make native bird-viewing a real treat from your creek view balcony. Surfboards & kayaks available plus beautiful local walks. Reconnect to nature in this uplifting coastal haven!

Beautiful Stone Cottage
Stone Cottage built in the 1870s. It has been renovated with new full kitchen. It is situated only 10-15 mins drive to the centre of town and very close to the Peninsula tourist spots including Larnachs Castle etc. Only 2mins drive to Tautuku fishing club. Tea and coffee is supplied and has full kitchen facilities. Set in a beautiful rural setting on a working farm. Some sea views. Popular restaurants close by. The cottage is positioned next to our house but is very quiet and private.

The Lookout
The Lookout is a luxurious self contained small house with wonderful harbour views and a rural back drop. Only 18 mins from Dunedin and 2 mins from Port Chalmers cafes, restaurants, shops and pubs. The Lookout has an open living space including the kitchen. A compact bathroom and mezzanine bedroom with breathtaking views. The Lookout, is next door to "Sybie's Cottage" another AirBnB listing by Allan. Each is very private and the car-park area is the only thing which is shared.

Seaside Studio
This 'tiny home' is set in our beach garden and a 2 minute stroll down the access track will take you onto a stunning beach. The studio is comfortable, warm and ideal for a 1 night getaway. There are limited cooking facilities but a 7 minute drive takes you to Green Island where you'll find Fresh Choice, McDonald's, Biggies pizza and other takeaway shops. Popular Brighton Beach and cafe is a 5 minute drive away, the CBD 20 minutes and Dunedin Airport is also a 20 minute drive.

'Fox Cottage', just a stroll to Waikouaiti beach!
‘Fox Cottage’, nestled into the grounds of ‘Garden Lodge’. Tui’s, Bellbirds & Fantails, this beautiful spacious one bedroom home offers comfort & warmth for all seasons. Just a stroll to Hawkesbury Lagoon, white sandy beaches of Waikouaiti & Karitane, 30 min drive South to Dunedin City & 35 mins North to Moeraki’s boulders. The perfect place to stay while travelling the stunning South Island coast. Fresh milk, butter, bread, jams, etc provided plus extra goodies for longer stays!

Character Harbour Retreat
Rustic, stylish, sunny filled cottage located at The Cove on the Dunedin peninsula. Breathtaking views, private and secluded only 10 minute drive to the centre of town. The perfect base for your Dunedin stay, whether you are a tourist wanting to explore the stunning Dunedin peninsula or simply looking for a weekend or weekday escape. This is this unique and tranquil getaway. This character filled seaside home is the perfect place for a couple or small family getaway.

Cozy & Rosy by St Clair Corner
This is a great place to stay! It is a warm, clean, modern, sunny and spacious Ground Floor house. The perfect city base. It is located at Dunedin South so you could stay in a relaxed neighbourhood, and it is just a short walk to famous Saint Clair beaches, and just a short drive to the would class University and the Otago Peninsula. There are cafes, restaurants, shops, and bars nearby. Free street car park. Free unlimited Super-fast Gigabit WiFi.

Harbourside Studio Apartment 'seven'
Stay at 'Seven' a cute retro apartment in my cottage garden. Upstairs there's a romantic loft style bedroom and small sitting area with views of the harbour. French doors lead you to your private floriferous roof garden. Downstairs provides kitchen and bathroom. Access between upstairs and downstairs is via the deck and outdoor stairs, so not suitable for those with mobility issues. If you enjoy colour, comfort and quirky surrounds stay here.

Sensational St Clair!
There are many reasons why St Clair is Dunedin's premier location... the relaxed beachside vibe with a fantastic selection of eateries, the heated salt water pool and of course the wonderful stretch of coastline and famous surf breaks. Less than ten minutes into the city or in the same time you could be exploring the renowned Otago peninsula, this really is the place to be for your stay in Otepoti (Dunedin).
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