Description

Height of Dunedin boasts a sunny, 44 square metre detached guesthouse in a lovely peaceful and tranquil hideaway. Perfect for honeymooners or a small family yet only 6 minutes away is Roslyn with an award-winning restaurant, cafes, day spa, pharmacy, winebar, artisan shops and supermarket. All this at 350 metres above sea level guarantees some snow falls during winter and beautiful picturesque surroundings. You can hand-feed pet animals on a self-guided wander. Awaken to the morning chorus of abundant birdlife: tuis, singing bellbirds, plump wood pigeons, warbling magpies, paradise ducks, hunting hawks, owls and NZ’s rare rosella parrots. A direct 10 minutes drive to The Octagon CBD yet Height of Dunedin captures a retreat of feeling miles away. Especially close to the neighbouring forest walking tracks and the Flagstaff-Pineapple Walk with its stunning views of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula from the western hill skyline. Special Attractions and Activities Nearby - Halfway between Mosgiel and Dunedin, under 10 minutes drive to Moana Pool, Speights Brewery tours, Mercy Hospital, Otago University, Dunedin Botanic Gardens. - 15-minutes to Forsyth Barr Stadium. - 25-minutes to Dunedin Airport. - Local’s secret: 9-minutes drive to a short bush walk to a cascading waterfall by day and a magical glow worm wonderland after dark. - Spend a day on the Otago Peninsula exploring Larnach Castle, lunching at Glenfalloch Gardens and immersing yourself in the ‘Wildlife Capital of New Zealand’ at Taiaroa Head and the Albatross Colony. - On a rainy day Toitu Otago Settlers and Otago Museums are sure to keep young and old interested. - Take a scenic drive to Port Chalmers and walk Aramoana Mole to view sunning sea lions. Stop at Carey’s Bay Hotel for a famous seafood platter. - Make a day trip north to Victorian Oamaru and spot yellow-eyed penguins in nature or book to see the little blue penguins toddle home at dusk.