Title: Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens Holiday home in Dunedin with fireplace ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118140000/118138500/118138468/c89db163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118140000/118138500/118138468/39d72437.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118140000/118138500/118138468/c5cebd53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118140000/118138500/118138468/6312ed5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118140000/118138500/118138468/514832f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom1507 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Air conditioning - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens Bright, Cozy, and Close to Everything – Your Dunedin Base Awaits! Welcome to one of the sunniest spots in Dunedin! Tucked away in peaceful North Dunedin, this warm and welcoming home is your perfect base for exploring the city. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway, a concert at Forsyth Barr Stadium (just five minutes down the hill!), or a longer stay to soak in the local vibe, you'll feel right at home. The property is bright, comfortable, and well-equipped — ideal for couples, or solo travelers. Start your mornings with a coffee in the sun, then head out to explore nearby bars, cafés, and restaurants. Don’t miss a trip up to Signal Hill lookout — the views over the city and harbour are unbeatable. Easy parking, fast Wi-Fi, and all the essentials are included. Whether you're in town for business or leisure, this is a peaceful, well-located spot to rest and recharge. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Kitchen island - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,507 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29485400/29485317/976c91be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Craftsman built house provides stunning retreat Broad Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.0 Wonderful 208 reviews £77 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=29485317&PinnedHotelID=29485317&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33700000/33695000/33694952/39b45c84.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Harbour Studio (Dunedin) Vauxhall - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 128 reviews £111 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33694952&PinnedHotelID=33694952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113720000/113716000/113715920/w10175h5734x0y11-24d0af57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The perfect Weekender! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-45.853806,170.5361&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:d%7DyvGsyzo_%40%3FU%3FW%40U%3FW%40U%3FS%40Y%40S%40UBU%40WBUBS%40UBUBWDUBSDUBSDUDQDUDUDSFSDSFUDQFQFUFQHQFUFQHQHSFMHQHQHOHQJOHQJMHOJOJOJMJOHMLKJOJKLKJOLKJKLKLILKLIJILINILGLILGNILELGNGLENGLENCLENENALGNANCNANCL%3FNAN%3FNCL%3FP%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40L%3FNBN%40NBN%40LFN%40NDLDNBLDNDLFNFLFLDNHLFLHLFNHLHJHLHLJLHLJJJLJJNLJJJJNLJHLJNJLJNJNHNJLHPJNHNHPHPHPFLHRHPFPFTHPFPFPFTDPFTDRFRDRDTDTDPDTBRDTBRDTBVBT%40TBRBT%40VBT%40T%40R%40X%3FR%40T%3FV%40T%3FV%3FT%3FR%3FXAR%3FXAR%3FTAVATARCTAVCTCTARCTCVETCTERCTETEPETERETGPETGRERGRGPGRINGTGPIRIPGLIRIPIPINKLIPKNINKLKNKNKLINMJKNKJMJKLMJKLMJMFMJMHKJMHOFMHMFMHOFMFMFODMHODMDO%40MDODOBMDOBO%40O%40OBM%3FOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%3FQ%3FM%3FOAO%3FOCM%3FOCOAOAOCMEOCOEMEOAMEOIMEOEMGMGOGMIMGMIOGMIKKMIMKMGMKKMMKKMMKKKKOMKIOKMKOKOKMIOKOIQKMISIMIQISGMIQISGQGUIOGSGSGQESGSEUGQEUESEUEQEUCUESCUEUCWCUASCUCUAWCUASAUAW%3FUAS%3FYAS%3FY%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=gQ4xCeq_rnwBD02me5YHcxyh75c=) Dunedin, Otago Region #### What's nearby - Dunedin Botanic Garden - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - University of Otago - 4 min drive - 1.9 miles - Forsyth Barr Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles - The Octagon - 5 min drive - 2.3 miles - Speight's Brewery - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles #### Getting around - Dunedin Railway Station - 10 min drive - Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 32 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Café Albany - ‬4 min drive - ‪Staff Club - ‬4 min drive - ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Baaa Sports Bar & Cafe - ‬4 min drive - ‪St David Cafe - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens located? > Located in Opoho, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Baldwin Street and Dunedin Botanic Garden. Signal Hill and University of Otago are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sun-filled retreat close to the University of Otago and Botanic Gardens Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8/10 Good #### Neil J. 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The location and the view were fantastic. ##### Neil J. Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Leah 22 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Absolutely amazing views, really enjoyed waking up each day with the fire roaring, a coffee and those views! The house was comfortable, clean, in a great location, with off road parking and we really enjoyed our stay. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/9f6eb969-aa10-47f2-83b4-b8637bf01037-1758516616081.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Leah Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025