Waterfront holiday rentals in Gisborne

Harris Hideaway

Delightful 1920s bungalow features original character timber elements & gorgeous French doors that open onto a deck & a large backyard. Handy location, within walking distance to the city centre, local shops, & restaurants—perfect for both professionals & holidaymakers. 🛋️ Lounge room with a heat pump for comfort 🍽️ Rustic kitchen equipped with a dishwasher 🛁 Bathroom includes both a bath and shower 🛏️ 2 double bedrooms offering cozy accommodation 🚪 French doors open onto a deck

Stunning Seaview retreat in Tokomaru Bay

Forget your worries in this spacious and peaceful home located on an elevated site in the middle of the bay. Pick yourself up a famous paua pie from Cafe 35, pour yourself a cold one and sit back on the deck to watch the sea and sky change from blue to purple to pink to orange. Enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets and panoramic views from almost every room. Go to sleep to the hypnotic sound of the waves then get up and do it all again! Kia tau te rangimarie...

Pōhatu Studio, A retreat by the River

Pōhatu, meaning stone in Maori, is a beautiful 1925 Arts & Crafts house built by one of regions wealthiest landowners. Lovingly restored in 2020, the guest room is self contained and absorbs the morning sun. Pohatu is located beside the Waimata River, on a 3000m2 section surrounded by mature trees and gardens which afford privacy for sitting outside with your favourite beverage. The property is a short walk to the beach, shops, bars and restaurants.

Pakihi Valley Retreat - Cabin & Campsite - Opotiki

Connect with nature in the pristine, untouched setting of the Pakihi Valley. This cabin is located on a private elevated site with rural views and the stunning Otara River below. 30 minutes to Opotiki. Set on 47 acres of native bush and backing onto DOC land, mainly of steep incline. The cabin is tidy, comfortable, clean and affords modern comforts and conveniences while guests experience nature at its best.

Beach loft Magic

The Loft provides exclusive Bed and Breakfast accommodation right on the beachfront giving majestic sea views and easy access to town and country. We are located at Makorori Beach, just a 15 minute drive from the centre of Gisborne and just 5 minutes further over the hill to popular Wainui. The self contained, private apartment is fully equipped with a full range of cooking facilities and a private bathroom.

Seagull Cottage - a riverside bach near the beach.

Find your calm at Seagull Cottage. Being right on the river, only a short stroll to the beach, and next to all the bike trails - it's the perfect holiday home to enjoy all your favorite activities from boogie boarding, biking and fishing to reading, napping and board games. This little bach brings it all together in the perfect location with a big garden and sunrise/sunset seat overlooking the river.

House down by the riverside

Enjoy the views of the river from this quiet comfortable home. Walking distance to city centre, Botanical Gardens, cafe, bakery, supermarket and beach. Pool (salt water) and offstreet parking. Queen, king single, single and double divan bed available. Separate bathroom, shower and toilet. Sit, relax and enjoy the birdlife and scenery.

Seaview Apartment 13

Our location is what makes Whispering Sands unique. Centrally located on Waikanae Beach with restrauants cafe's and parks within walking distance. Relax on your private balcony and watch the world go by. Or take the Oneroa Boardwalk 15mins to the many events, activties or attractions Gisborne has to offer.

Beach House, Wainui Beach

Spacious sunny two bedroom house located in Okitu, Wainui Beach, Gisborne. The house is located across the road from the beach with stunning ocean views. Wainui is well known for amazing surf and is ideal for a beach walk. The perfect beach house for your holiday getaway.