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Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa

Vacation home perfectly located for exploring Tawa

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A modern living room with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchen area with a microwave and oven.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a central island with stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, a stove, and a dishwasher. There is a window providing natural light and a plant on the countertop.
A spacious living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a dining table with chairs. There is a bookshelf and a painting on the wall.
A spacious room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a wardrobe, a painting, and a clock on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom1130 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Wellington, Wellington - Wairarapa
  • Place, Taylor Terrace Dog Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Willowbank Reserve Off Leash Dog Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Grasslees Dog Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Wellington

Tawa stay.A stay at this Tawa vacation home places you within 6 miles (10 km) of Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and 9 miles (15 km) of Chelmsford Street Dog park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area and Katherine Mansfield Birthplace.

What's nearby

  • Taylor Terrace Dog Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Willowbank Reserve Off Leash Dog Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Grasslees Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Hnry Stadium - 13 min drive - 9.8 miles
  • Te Papa - 17 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Tawa Takapu Road Station - 9 min walk
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café El Porteño - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Tawa - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pizza House - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa

Ideal for small families or couples, the property offers comfort and convenience with easy access to local shops, cafes, and public transport.

Step inside to a bright, open-plan living space where the lounge, dining, and kitchen areas flow seamlessly. Large windows let in plenty of natural light, and a heat pump ensures a comfortable stay year-round. The well-equipped kitchen provides everything you need to prepare meals, while the dining area is perfect for enjoying them together. After a day of exploring, unwind on the sofa or watch your favourite movie on the Smart TV.

This two-bedroom, one-bathroom home accommodates up to three guests. The master bedroom features a queen-size bed, and the second room offers a double bed. Additionally, a single trundler bed is stored in the second bedroom and can be made up if needed. The spacious bathroom includes a shower over the bath. Outside, the small courtyard area is fully fenced.

Located just a 15-20 minute drive from Wellington’s city centre, Tawa Retreat - Wellington Holiday Home offers easy access to popular attractions like Zealandia, Te Papa, and other scenic walking trails and coastal drives.
Please note that there is a kitchen manufacturer on the ground floor below, which may cause some noise.

Please note that there are security cameras, placed in the outdoor areas that will be operating for added security during your stay.

A rollaway bed and portable cot are available upon request - please let us know if you would like these provided for your stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,130 square feet

Policies

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

651807

Frequently asked questions

How close is Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa to the airport?

This vacation home is 14.3 mi (30-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa to the beach?

This vacation home is 8.2 mi (13-min drive) from Plimmerton Beach and 9.6 mi (16-min drive) from Petone Foreshore. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa to downtown Wellington?

This vacation home is 7.7 mi away from Wellington.

Handy Hideaway - on Main in Tawa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Patricia N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and convenient for our particular visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shelley A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed staying at Tawa Retreat. Its modern, cozy, clean, plenty of parking space, well stocked with everything you need & more. Loved the extra little welcoming touches too. We will definitely be back.I guess the only bit of constructive criticism or suggestion we could make would be to put double glazing in the bedroom closest to the road to help muffle some of the road noise. But it certainly wasn't terrible & wouldn't stop us staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little apartment, comfortable and clean, had everything we needed. Hugely convenient and close to where we needed to be. Thanks so much, we had a lovely stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025