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1 bedroom Sleeps 2 57 sq m
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Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington
- Paraparaumu Beach8 min walk
- Raumati Beach4 min drive
- Waikanae Beach8 min drive
- Paraparaumu (PPQ)11 min walk
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Stay, Play, Rest, Relax
"The_Garden_Shed" was formally a boat shed that sat around storing furniture, odd bits and pieces for people including a rare ford escort panel van. After much conversation with family and friends who favored a small sports stadium, we decided on providing quality accommodation for couples.
The "boat shed" was moved two meters to it's current location.
The_Garden_Shed is now a cozy one bedroom cottage of 57m2 that internally has all the conveniences you'd expect in modern apartment style living. The kitchen has all (or most) of everything you need including a fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
The lounge has a two seater couch and two lazyboy recliners, a 32 inch TV. There is free wifi with secured encryption.
The bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with side cabinets. The second bedroom is used as owners storage, so not in use at this time.
Externally there is an upper deck with outdoor furniture and BBQ.
- There is off street parking for two vehicles
THE TOUGH STUFF
- Smoking allowed outside only (please dispose of butts thoughtfully)
- No parties
- No high heals or any other footwear that may damage the polished wooden floorboards. Any damage will demand up to $1,500.00NZD repair fee. Slippers recommended during winter
- Cooking odourish type meals? you must have the fan going and windows open, otherwise a $250.00NZD fee will apply to de-odourise should this be notable after your departure
short or long term stays are now available.
Extras: Linen (included);
The "boat shed" was moved two meters to it's current location.
The_Garden_Shed is now a cozy one bedroom cottage of 57m2 that internally has all the conveniences you'd expect in modern apartment style living. The kitchen has all (or most) of everything you need including a fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
The lounge has a two seater couch and two lazyboy recliners, a 32 inch TV. There is free wifi with secured encryption.
The bedroom has a comfortable queen bed with side cabinets. The second bedroom is used as owners storage, so not in use at this time.
Externally there is an upper deck with outdoor furniture and BBQ.
- There is off street parking for two vehicles
THE TOUGH STUFF
- Smoking allowed outside only (please dispose of butts thoughtfully)
- No parties
- No high heals or any other footwear that may damage the polished wooden floorboards. Any damage will demand up to $1,500.00NZD repair fee. Slippers recommended during winter
- Cooking odourish type meals? you must have the fan going and windows open, otherwise a $250.00NZD fee will apply to de-odourise should this be notable after your departure
short or long term stays are now available.
Extras: Linen (included);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Permitted outside only
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Paraparaumu
Paraparaumu Beach, a neighbourhood in Paraparaumu, is home to this cottage. Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve and Nga Manu Nature Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.

Paraparaumu Beach, Wellington
What's nearby
- Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Paraparaumu Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Raumati Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
- Putangirua Pinnacles - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Waikanae Beach - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- the Remedy - 5 min drive
- The Roastery Kapiti - 3 min drive
- Lokanti - 3 min drive
- Salty’s - 8 min walk
- Waterfront Bar & Kitchen - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Robert-and-Amanda

Hi fellow travelers, we are born and bred Wellingtonians and made a move to the Kapiti Coast 22 years ago and have loved the lifestyle it offers ever since. We enjoy travelling ourselves and have been through most of NZ. We have also travelled to much of Australia, New Caledonia, Bali, Fiji, Rarotonga, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and Malaysia.
Why they chose this property
As we have a decent plot of land that we brought our three daughters up on, they have flown the coup so we thought we'd start developing it to reduce our time spent on it. The_Garden_Shed is the first and we'll add another one or two at a later date. this will provide a place where tavellers can come and enjoy the lifestyle and location we do.
What makes this property unique
5 Min Walk to Local Village Shops, Beach, Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club, and Cafe's. 1 minute by car.
Languages:
English
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