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The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

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4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10145 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home

With the Southern Pacific Ocean laid out before you, there’s no better spot to admire the views, relax, listen to music or read a good book. Welcome to the Professor’s Beach House at Brighton!

This colonial style two storied holiday home is an ideal space for families as well as creative writers and music buffs. There’s room for extended family groups, sleeping up to 10. Upstairs you will find four bedrooms with dormer windows and captivating views. Downstairs is a main bathroom and a 'mini' bathroom, kitchen, living and sitting rooms and a library. A gorgeous macrocarpa hedge frames the lawn, with outdoor furniture, a covered verandah and space for everyone.

Choose a title from one of the best private collections of New Zealand literature you’ll find anywhere, a parting gift from the previous owner, a Professor of English at the University of Otago. Or pop on a CD or record from the large jazz selection and let music surround you. Stoke the fire, and when the weather’s fine, relax on the expansive lawns, to the backdrop of birdsong and the ocean.

This beautiful family home features modern conveniences such as Wi-Fi, large flat-screen TV with Freeview & Netflix, two heat pumps, BBQ, laundry facilities and a well-equipped kitchen including a coffee machine. There are up to five separate study spaces for writers and other creatives. And you’ll be able to enjoy breakfast including local fresh-baked sourdough bread and freshly brewed coffee, while overlooking the sea.

Off-street parking is available for up to three vehicles. Bedding upstairs includes a queen, two doubles, a single, a camp bed and a cot. Downstairs in the privacy of the library is a comfortable pull-out sofabed, ideal for those who may want to skip the stairs, and handy to the mini-bathroom. There are toys, board games, table tennis, and a selection of DVDs.

Just 25 minutes south of Dunedin, Brighton forms part of an idyllic stretch of coastline to be explored and enjoyed with picnics, fish and chips, and ice-cream.

It's just a short stroll down the hill to the Brighton Beach café or to get sand between your toes.

Settle in for a must-have holiday experience at the Professor’s Beach House at Brighton.

There is a bank at the edge of the lawn that drops steeply to a levelled area below.Note that there are three different floor levels within the ground floor of the home. There is one step down from entry way into living room, and this will be marked clearly. There are two steps up from an interior hallway into the library, and this is clearly visible, no markings needed. Also, there is a steep outdoor wooden stairway from the laundry to the basement door, however it has a hand rail and the steps are painted, in reasonable condition and free of moss or other slippery things.Nighttime visits to the bathroom require a trip down the stairs as the four bedrooms are located upstairs, however a sofabed in the library is on the downstairs level.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Property manager

Bachcare Holiday Homes

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Library

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1561 sq ft (145 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

618219

About the neighborhood

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Dunedin, Otago

What's nearby

  • Brighton Beach - 5 min drive
  • The Octagon - 20 min drive
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 20 min drive
  • University of Otago - 21 min drive
  • St. Clair Beach - 29 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 31 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Village Green Cafe & Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Turkish Kitchen - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Brighton Beach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Aurora Cafe - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home located?

Located in Brighton, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Brighton Domain, Ocean View Beach Playground and Park, and Ocean View Domain. Meremere Reserve and Brighton Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

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8/10 Good

Haagon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

sandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorable trip
We loved the Professor’s house, great jazz wonderful books, beautiful views and a cosy house what more could you want on a winter break. Felt special to share in his wonderful family home. There was plenty of room, comfy beds, and a great shower. The sourdough loaf was much appreciated and completely consumed. We would love to come back and have the summer experience later in the year.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

CRK G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
We loved the history of the Professors house. What a spot for relaxation and reflection. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very interesting and fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with sea views from every room
Large house with fantastic kitchen and books galore! The library is an absolute dream, such a wonderful place to relax. Cosy in winter and would be gorgeous in summer with the large garden. Fantastic shower with lovely hot water. Especially loved the dining room overlooking the sea and garden. Kids loved the big soft toys upstairs! Absolute privilege to be able to stay and enjoy the Professor's incredible collections, thank you for sharing this with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023