Charming place, two blocks from lovely St. Claire's beach esplanade with endless soft sand and turquoise waves and a small collection of interesting restaurants and shops. The hosts own a surfing school and generously offered a great deal on lessons. The house is stylishly kitted out and comfortable for our family of four (with kids sleeping on the foldout couch). Downtown Dunedin is 10 minutes by car or a direct bus ride away.