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Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Room
Walk in Shower with rainforest head
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Auckland, Auckland
  • Place, Eden Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Karangahape Road
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Auckland
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn

Beautiful, warm double-glazed flat in Grey Lynn - 10 mins walk to Ponsonby and Kingsland, and 30 mins to Auckland City.

2 queen bedrooms and spacious lounge with large walk-in 'rainforest' Shower'. "Better than the photos" is our most common feedback. Smart TV (Netflix, Sky etc.) and kitchenette provides sink, fridge, Microwave oven, a multi-use electric cook pot, kettle and toaster and a barbq on the deck.

Off-street Car Pad and additional permitted street Parking in this safe residential area for a second car, with buses 5 mins away. A ten minute walk from the nightlife of Ponsonby and K Road and you can walk to the CBD in 25-30 mins or taxi / scooter in 10.

Entrance to the flat is through a separate entrance on the side of the house. You have privacy in the flat and a unique code to enter at any time on the key pad, checking in or during your stay.

Grey Lynn is a really great location with dozens of restaurants a short walk away; close to the city but away from the noise with few passers by. You can walk on the special bike/walking track close to the house, to the city and Museum in 30 minutes, or all the way to the water front in not much more if you enjoy walking. Or by Uber or scooter, ten minutes takes you most places.

Please note there is an additional fee of $35 per night for 3rd and 4th guests. The rate quoted applies for 1 or 2 people. Please ask if you'd like to bring a dog. We charge $60 for the additional cleaning and ask you keep him/her off the sofas and are careful to wipe all feet!

BABY PACKAGE: We can provide a Travel Cot with sheets and blankets, high chair and baby bath for $50 per stay.

NB: If you have a long-haul flight, please understand we are often fully booked and can't change the check-in time of 2 pm or check-out time of 11 am - so consider booking for the extra day so you can relax in the house after an early arrival or late departure. Alternatively, there are Spas for a Massage and plenty of bars close by :)

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Careful parents when feeding kids appreciated.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$60 per dog per stay. Tell age and breed please.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Leave all used towels on bathroom floor. Wash your dishes and leave flat tidy. Nothing else!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Dog charge of $60 per stay. Not on sofas please. Bring a cover or ask me for a sheet if you can't be sure - my sofas are fabric and hard to clean.
Smoking permitted on deck

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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Auckland

Grey Lynn, a neighbourhood in Auckland, is home to this apartment. Auckland Zoo and New Zealand Maritime Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Princes Wharf and Karangahape Road. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Eden Park or Spark Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling and other activities like whale watching.
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What's nearby

  • Eden Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Karangahape Road - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • University of Auckland - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Queen Street Shopping District - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Mount Eden - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • MOTAT 1 Tram Stop - 3 min drive
  • Auckland Kingsland Station - 11 min walk
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Garage Project Cellar Door - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Atomic Coffee Roasters - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Kingsland Social - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Canton Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Ragtime Cafe - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn?

As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn on 27 June 2026 start from NZ$159, 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 Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Central luxury Garden Flat - Grey Lynn located?

Located in Grey Lynn, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Eden Park and 2 mi (3.1 km) from Sky Tower. Karangahape Road and Ponsonby Road are also within 1 mile (2 km). MOTAT 1 Tram Stop is 21 minutes by foot and Western Springs Lakeside Entrance Tram Stop is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tushar T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paula's place was immaculate and modern with great furniture. We especially loved the balcony. It is a corner house and the views from the patio are great. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great layout and excellent condition. Welcoming host and very accessible position for central Auckland access. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2026
Thanks Chris. Welcome anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paula and Peter were excellent hosts and very helpfulAccommodation very comfortable
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay! Location is wonderful, and the apartment is spacious and comfortable. The hosts were friendly and super responsive, going the extra mile to make our stay memorable. We’d stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy, clean and comfortable. Awesome location to Western Springs, walked there in 20 minutes. Central to shops, eateries, and the motorway. Great flat in a quiet and safe location. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2026
Thanks Amy. Glad you loved your stay! Please come again. Bring the kids next time now you can see how near to safe walking/bike tracks we are and so easy to get to the Zoo and museums. Or with adults only as you prefer!...(!)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The accommodations were clean and well appointed, accurately described by the VRBO pictures. Paula and Peter were very generous with their time and provided invaluable suggestions, upon our request, for places to see and things to do in NZ. My wife and I prefer a firm bed and found the garden bedroom provided a very comfortable and refreshing night sleep. The garden/patio space outside the unit was private and welcoming. In short, we highly recommend this rental accommodation.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Host upstairs. Lovely little extras - cheese platter and some fruit in the fridge. Huge outdoor area for private use- shame it was raining!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

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

Great location for exploring Auckland.

Comfortable stay near downtown Auckland with easy access to public transportation and easy walks to restaurants and cafes.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

A perfect home from home stay so close to the CBD but in a quiet neighbourhood

A very comfy well equipped apartment with very welcoming and friendly hosts
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

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

Wonderful place

We had a great stay. Place was very clean and tidy. Beds were extremely comfortable. Would definitely stay again. Host was very accommodating and easy to communicate with.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucas F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rooms were very big and each had a comfy queen size bed. An updated and modern bathroom with a standing shower. Location was great being a 15 minute walk to eden park stadium. You could walk 40 minutes into the downtown area or take a bus from a couple blocks away and could be downtown in 20 minutes. Paula was a great host who had very good communication with us and a lot of great recommendations for what to do near by and restaurants to eat at. She made check in and out very easy. Also were able to set up a time with her for when we could do laundry which was very helpful for our week long stay. There’s a nice back yard area with some seating as well. Parking was available on site. We had a small Hyundai I30 which could fit, other small hatchbacks should fit as well. Any longer vehicle might have trouble fitting into the space but can be done with some maneuvering. Great place and would recommend.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2026
Thanks Lucas for your great review. So glad you and your father enjoyed your stay and found the flat comfortable and the location convenient. Come again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi J.

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

Lovely place lovely vibe

Stayed 3 nights. Very accommodating hostess, fun neighborhood, easy access to downtown, near by cafes and restaurants. Totally recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

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

Cozy place to stay

Very well presented place to stay in a great location. Hosts were easy to communicate with and supplied fantastic recommendations for places to eat etc. fruit platter and cheese board on arrival were very appreciated. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alf H.

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

2 Seddon

We enjoyed our stay, very clean with comfortable beds, easy access to everywhere we needed to go!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stuart M.

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

Wonderful accommodation

Tidy, clean, high-end designed flat. Enclosed courtyard for dog. Excellent location, close to Central Auckland and Grey Lynn restaurants. EV charger nearby as well (bonus!). Lots of good walks nearby. Lovely, accommodating owners. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine D.

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

Fabulous

Exceeded my expectations & it was wonderful being able to have my small dog with me. Location was excellent & all facilities were great in the property.I would highly recommend 2Seddon Street as it is very convenient location & exceptionally well presented property . My hosts were great also .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

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

Comfort and style

Lovely and charming 2 bedroom apartment in nice neighborhood. Close to all freeways and near good eating precincts. Very comfortable with gracious host.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

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

Excellent Home Away from Home

Paula & Peter are excellent, welcoming, thoughtful hosts. The property is extremely well appointed, very clean, well located (being close to Ponsonby Rd) and certainly dog friendly. Extra touches make the flat even more home like. We will definitely be back on another visit to Auckland Thank you so much for having us
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

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

Rested & Re-charged

My friend & I arrived from UK to meet up with her son who lives in Auckland it was the perfect place to rest & recharge for the week before exploring more of New Zealand. Paula looked after us so well ensuring we had everything we needed, a peaceful stay close to the city centre
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sierra R.

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

Wonderful stay

We had a wonderful stay up in Auckland. My mum and I were up for a work trip, so we were working very long days. We felt so lucky to be able to come home to such a clean, comfortable flat. Paula was so lovely she even prepared us a snack board for our arrival! We hope to stay there again next year. Thank you so much Paula for making our stay so nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 September 2023
Thanks Sierra, you were very easy and lovely guests. Look forward to seeing you next year - if not before - for a quick weekend in town!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberts L.

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

Beautiful apartment in Auckland

Beautiful apartment in a lovely part of Auckland. High spec with a host on hand if needed but left alone unless needed help. Nice platter of cheese and fruit greeted us. Lovely garden. Would absolutely recommend-one of the nicest places we’ve stayed in.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

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

Just what we needed

Very handy to Kingsland where we needed to be. Pleasant neighbourhood. Clean, smartly decorated flat with a nice outside area. Friendly hosts. Off street parking a bit tricky for larger vehicles.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherish C.

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

Excellent Property & Fantastic Location

Overall, we've had a great experience at Peter & Paula's lovely guest flat. It's clean, modern, warm, comfortable and the location is definitely a bonus. We had a nice welcome cheese platter and breakfast fruits on arrival. The environment was pleasant and welcoming. Thank you to Peter & Paula for their hospitality and friendliness and for accommodating us for an extended period. We would not hesitate to recommend this lovely guest flat.
Stayed 30 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2021
Cherish and Aden were delightful, courteous guests who kept the flat clean and aired and would be very welcome again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

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

Great place!

Bright, spacious flat convenient to Auckland sights-zoo, museum and downtown. This was well appointed with comfortable beds. Easy access to walking tracts, walk to multiple tasty restaurants and superettes. The hosts were welcoming and left a delicious platter of fruit and cheese. The hosts were responsive and available as a resource or privacy. Negotiating luggage in and out of flat was a bit of a challenge going up/down steps but hosts assisted with that. Would highly recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marnie N.

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

Best air b and b ever!

We loved staying at this property. It was superbly comfortable, spacious, modern and well equipped. Paula and Peter the hosts were friendly and responsive and available for any enquiries. There were nibbles on arrival. The local heritage area was attractive and the local walks interesting. We travelled with our small dog and appreciated the fully fenced adjacent garden area where she could wander safely. We will be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paula Carruthers

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Peter and Paula - originally from the UK, - enjoy meeting guests and helping them find the perfect night out or advise on places to go. Retired Banker and ex chef Peter loves to cook for guests. Paula runs her property location business and assists people find their perfect home - to buy or to rent in Auckland.

Why they chose this property

You will be quiet and warm here! A newly renovated, centrally heated and double glazed 100 year old villa with all modern conveniences but with the style of the last century. Wonderfully located to all of central Auckland and if you like to walk - you can walk to the city art gallery or Domain park and Museum in half an hour or to the harbour in not much longer knowing you can afford to scooter or get a cheap Uber for the uphill return journey home!
Wonderfully comfortable 5 star hotel beds and cotton linen and a powerful shower await you! We also provide a welcome snack upon arrival and a fruit platter for your first breakfast.

What makes this property unique

Location, location, location! Quietly located with your own car pad, you can walk to countless restaurants, bars and cafes. The train at Kingsland in 10-15 mins walk and Eden Park and Western Springs around 15-20 mins. Westmere and St. Lukes not much further. The airport is just 20-30 minutes drive out of commuter rush hour.

Languages:

English, French

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