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Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets

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Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Paekakiri Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Paekakariki, Wellington
  • Place, Paekakiri Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Queen Elizabeth Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets

SUNSET SPECIAL - During July and August we're offering guests a 5.00pm checkout on Sundays, so you can make the most of your weekend getaway and spend all day at the beach.

This one-bedroom seaside cottage is directly across the road from Paekakariki Beach and is the perfect location for those who enjoy beach walks, swims and surfing.

The Escarpment track (Te Araroa trail), Whareroa Farm, surf club, village cafes and artist workshops are all close by. The star of the show is the beach view and, with a west-facing aspect, you'll have the opportunity for great sun and incredible sunsets.

The cottage is fully self-contained and has dedicated off-street parking. The owner's residence is on the same site, but both are separate and private.

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House Rules

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No, vaping is not allowed.

Important information

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Property # 20065633
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
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Paekakariki

Paekakariki is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Queen Elizabeth Park and Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve, while The Cricket Museum and Southward Car Museum are cultural highlights.
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Paekakariki, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Paekakiri Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Queen Elizabeth Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Hnry Stadium - 34 min drive - 55.6 km
  • Wellington Central Business District - 35 min drive - 57.0 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 37 min drive - 58.1 km

Getting around

  • Porirua Station - 22 min drive
  • Kapiti Coast Airport (PPQ) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rosetta Road Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Raumati Social Club - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sunday Cantina - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy’s - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Novella - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets?

As of 23 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets on 1 September 2026 start from NZ$194, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Sunset cottage Paekākāriki - sand, sea and sunsets located?

Situated in Paekakariki, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Paekakiri Beach and Queen Elizabeth Park. Paekakariki Escarpment Track is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views, sunny and warm, such a cute little cottage. Comfortable bed and good quality linen. Highly recommend, we will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darlene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We didn't meet the host, but the house was clean and well furnished. We loved the location and e joyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic place to stay, super helpful host, beautiful location a stone’s throw from the beach, spotlessly clean, very comfortable sofas, well-equipped kitchen. Definitely a five star plus stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
I'm going to miss the amazing views, beach walks and the sound of the waves. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at the cottage and would highly recommend this. The cottage was clean, modern, and costly. Everything you need for a break away and a relax. The host was super nice too.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Colin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at the sunset cottage, views were magic, beach was great and the village of Paekakariki was enchanting. Lovely hosts who looked after us well. A relaxing and restful break away.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Ivan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay comfortable and a relaxing location with a lovely host
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Iain L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is lovely and in a stunning location. The views of the sea are incredible, and you can hear sure clearly. The host is very accommodating and the house is equipped with everything that you need to have a convenient stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cliff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yes the balcony view was scenic across the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fintan F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at Sunset cottage, it lived up to its name with beautiful sunsets. Hosts were very friendly & accomodating! Recommend to all...
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penny Warren and T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location, lovely to hear the ocean and see the sun go down beautifully. Accommodation was clean, comfortable and welcoming. Came away and relaxed!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a privilege to stay in such a relaxing bach (Paekakariki has a lot of character and charm!) with an impressive view of Kapiti as well as show-stopper sunsets. We swam, walked, visited the market, ate fresh fish, yarned with one or two locals, and enjoyed relaxing together as a family. Our 2-year-old was enraptured with the beach as well as the multitude of dogs and walkers (and we got to watch the surf life saving club doing their drills in the water). The bach has excellent amenities and everything we needed for a comfortable stay and two good nights’ sleep. Thanks to our hosts for sharing their slice of paradise, and for the complementary milk, tea, coffees, etc. We hope to come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2026
We're glad you enjoyed your stay. Come back anytime 😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sun set stay

Location excellent and view amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage stay

A great place to stay right on the beach front and with amazing ocean views. Also close to some beautiful walking and hiking tracks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot, quiet and wonderful outlook. accomodation homely, clean and comfortable

Great location to stay and explore the arts trail from. Paekarkariki had a village feel with good cafes
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely quiet house with gorgeous views. Local cafes were delicious and the area has such a lovely vibe. Hosts had added little touches in the house to make it very comfortable, a lot of thought had gone into making guests comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ranui R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful weekend away in Paekākāriki, for us it was close to home (Wellington) but felt like we were far away in a whole new place. It proves you don't have to go far at all to experience a get-away. Check-in/Check-out was a breeze, very clear instructions and simple to find. Our absolute must-haves for our weekend away were:A View Comfy Couch(es) to read Good Food This nailed them all! Very clean and tidy, with everything we needed on hand. Not having a tele was so refreshing, and you absolutely don't need one when that view is that stunning. We got to experience the still waters & amazing sunsets, as well as a bit of wind and grumpy surf. Only a 25min walk into the village to get to Finns for dinner, and Beach Road Deli hands down do the best pies that ever roamed this earth! (Creamy Mushroom, 5 Stars)Paraparaumu is less than 15mins away for a drive where there are plenty of activities, shopping and food outlets. If you've got a bike, you're right on the Kapiti Cycle Trail, and very near the Cycle trail along the express way. Prime time. Our fab hosts provided a great book of recommendations and suggestions of activities and info on the local area. We were super lucky to also have a later check out so we could get a coffee and few more chapters in while staring out at the waves, before heading home. Thank you so much for everything, we can't rave enough about our trip and your wonderful bach - very lucky to have found it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil setting, relaxed weekend.

Had a lovely stay. Really enjoyed sitting on the deck and watching the ocean, swimmers and later on the stars. Lovely beach to walk along. Warm and cosy accomodation, couch was super cozy to sleep on.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 April 2025
Thank you for your kind words. We're glad you enjoyed your stay :-)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terry F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beachfront haven

Sunny and peaceful kiwi bach on the Esplanade
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful sunsets, very close to beach and walkways. Peaceful. Very tastefully presented. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paekakariki Beach Front holiday

Excellent place to stay with magnificent sea views and sunsets of Kapiti and the South Island as the weather was perfect.Our accommodation was excellent as advertised by Angela.The carport was a bit tight to get in, but we did manage it.Overall, we had a great time
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing sea views

Peaceful and quite with the safe swimming beach out the front. Clean and tidy with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cliff D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sunset Cottage

A cosy retreat in a wonderful setting. A walkers paradise with the added bonus of a swim at the end of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 February 2025
So glad you enjoyed your stay 😀 The escarpment track is fantastic - and you're right - a swim is a great way to recover. Hope to see you again another time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A stunning location and no drama

Great place, super cosy and comfortable, tip top amenities. Kids loved the beach being so close and biking through the park. The sound of the sea is ever present. Magic!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Perfect beachfront property with sunset views. Golden sand and swimmable beach. Lovely! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

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