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Spacious home with coastal views

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Island Bay

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Dining
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Wellington, Wellington
  • Place, Wellington Zoo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Papa
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Wellington

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Island Bay vacation home, you'll find Red Rocks Reserve and Island Bay Beach. Princess Beach and Houghton Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Red Rocks Reserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wellington Zoo - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles
  • Wellington Central Business District - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Cuba Street Mall - 10 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Te Papa - 10 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 18 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Bay Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪ATCO Coffee Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Berhampore - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beach House & Kiosk - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Maranui Cafe - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious home with coastal views

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. Enjoy the most beautiful coastal view in Wellington with the occasional whale or dolphin watching experience. With uninterrupted views and all day sun this family home is the best spot for any getaway. Cosy up next to our fireplace with open plan living or soak up the last of the sun on our deck. Modern house with a private front yard and plenty of space inside and out.
With uninterrupted view from Island Bay to Owhiro Bay including the South Island and Red Rocks. Our family home was built to maximise the rugged South Coast. There is never a dull moment taking in these views while enjoying our home with a new kitchen, bathroom and cosy three bedrooms. Only a short drive into the CBD to make the most that Wellington has to offer. 15 minute drive from the airport, hospital and CBD.

Interior Highlights:

Living Spaces: Spacious living room with large windows to maximise the view and French doors onto the deck. Two cosy couches (one fold out double bed) and tv make a great relaxing spot. The living room opens onto a stylish sitting room with a central fireplace keeping the whole house warm (there are additional oil heaters in the bedrooms).

Kitchen: Equipped with modern appliances, including a coffee machine, gas top, electric oven, dishwasher and dinning table. This stylish kitchen is the hub of the home. With beautiful white counter tops and everything you would need to entertain your guests while taking in the incredible coastal environment.

Bedrooms: The home offers three bedrooms. The master suite features a Queen bed, two wardrobes and beautiful sea views. The second bedroom is furnished with a queen bed and ample storage, while the third bedroom has one king single bed and a desk for remote working.

Bathroom: One full luxurious bathroom complements the living spaces, with the main bathroom equipped with a spacious new shower, large soaking tub, and modern vanity and toilet. The second toilet is located in the laundry where you will have access to our washer and dryer.


Exterior Features:

Deck and private grassed area: The large deck area, accessible via French doors from the dining and kitchen area, offers a perfect setting for enjoying the view and having a peaceful moment. The grass lawn is the perfect barrier between the deck and uninterrupted views of the Cook Strait and onto the South Island.


Guest access
As our valued guests, you will have full private access to the top house during your stay. This includes all indoor living areas, the three bedrooms, one and a half bathrooms and the fully equipped kitchen. You are welcome to make use of all the appliances and amenities provided in the home, from the kitchen appliances to the laundry facilities. There is onsite free parking available for your stay.

Outside, the spacious deck and private courtyard are yours to enjoy.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

Please no candles in the house.
No parties or loud noises after 10pm

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 55 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We have a portacot and high chair for babies.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Spacious home with coastal views to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.9 mi (16-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Spacious home with coastal views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious home with coastal views to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 15-minute walk from Island Bay Beach and 1.7 mi (4-min drive) from Houghton Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Spacious home with coastal views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Spacious home with coastal views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

Is there free parking at Spacious home with coastal views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Spacious home with coastal views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Spacious home with coastal views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Spacious home with coastal views to downtown Wellington?

This vacation home is 4.3 mi away from Wellington.

Spacious home with coastal views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Godfried S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy I., Chico

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home

This was the perfect place to start off our visit with family. Lots of room, very well provisioned, and games for the kids. We really loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our family enjoyed our stay at this house, especially the ocean views. We appreciated the responsiveness of the hosts. Upon check in, we noticed the kitchen floor needed a sweeping due to some crumbs, but once we took care of that we were comfortable. Our kids really enjoyed all of the children’s books and toys provided. It is a very short walk to the coast and a friendly restaurant, The Beach House and Kiosk, which has fantastic breakfast. As a family with young children, we also enjoyed the nearby playgrounds.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A cosy house with an exceptional view of the south coast of Te Whanganui a Tara looking directly at Te Waipounamu. We especially enjoyed the big bath and the fireplace that warms the entire house..
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

family trip to NZ

wonderful views from a large and well equipped home on the hillside
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Picturesque and Spacious!

We stayed for a few nights here and it was wonderful! It had the most amenities of any place we stayed and a perfect view. Got to watch dolphins chase fish into the harbor, we saw the south island one day, and beautiful sunsets over the mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve U.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the place, love the family

I hesitate to spread the word about this place too far, because I kind of want to keep it to myself. We stayed for 19 days, and every day woke up rubbing our eyes to be in such a magical location: high enough for a spectacular view without traffic noise, but low enough to hear the surf and have a brief stroll to the beach. And the hosts were such a blast to meet. Probably our best family vacation ever.
Stayed 19 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

marc d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Holiday

All good! Thanks for allowing us to your house !
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning south coast find

Photos do not do this place justice. The views from all 4 corners are expansive and extraordinary.The house itself is open and airy, also cosy around the wood burner if a southerly hits. Other nice touches include quality linen, comfortable furnishings and a plentiful supply of firewood. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doreen M., Boise, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

What a view!

We only had a short time here. We loved the layout of the house. There was a live Christmas tree up in living room that smelled wonderful. But that view was just so beautiful. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Island Bay Retreat

This holiday home is wonderful. It has an amazing view. The house is well presented with newly renovated kitchen and bathroom. We had a great week in Wellington and this house enabled us to retreat from the city and relax. It was clean and tidy and even had bread, milk, eggs and banans in the fridge on arrival.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Franzi C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot

Lovely little Bach. The view was breathtaking. We loved the fire and felt very welcome. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024