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Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy

Beachfront apartment for sun and fun

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 226 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Eastbourne, Lower Hutt
  • Place, Eastbourne Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, The Weta Cave
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Ensuite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy

A contemporary, warm, cozy and centrally located studio with a private outdoor courtyard area . A short walk to the Days Bay beach, bush walks, cafes and the Eastbourne ferry. A 25 minute beach front walk or 5 minute drive to Eastbourne Village amenities.

ACCOMMODATION
Your Accommodation is a studio, brand new and purpose built. It is warm with good heating, also has a good shower.

You will be self contained, have your own entrance and own outdoor area. Location is no more than a couple of minutes walk to the beach, cafes, tennis, bus, ferry, Gallery and bush walks. We are upstairs - Come up and see us or be totally private - it is your choice.

The studio will accommodate only 2 people. If you are part of a larger group, you may also be interested in Days Bay Apartment (4 persons max) which is next door. Additionally, the Studio has a maximum stay of 14 days.

FURRY FRIENDS
If you are wanting to bring your furry friend, please contact us to make sure the property is suitable. There is an additional cost for pets.

AMENITIES in the studio
A Queen size bed, 2 seater couch, Smart TV, dining table and a kitchen. Equipped for self-catering, the kitchen includes a fridge, microwave, crockery, cutlery and general electrical appliances. Also included are a few basic staples in the pantry (tea coffee, sugar, salt pepper etc).There is also a generous bathroom including a shower, toilet and large vanity.

Linen included. Washing Machine located just outside back door.

Wireless internet is available.

AMENITIES outside the Apartment
The garden/outdoor living area landscaped, there is a table and BBQ
On street parking only.

OUTLOOK
The Studio is extremely private and tucked away in behind a large fence with a small courtyard.

ACCESSIBILITY
This property is not suitable for anyone with accessibility requirements. There is a sloped entrance to the studio gate, followed by a single step into the courtyard and front door. There also a step up into the bathroom.

LOCATION
Days Bay is a nice quiet beachfront neighborhood surrounded by bush. The studio is located about 100m back from the beach. Within a 2 minutes walk of the property, you can experience the Days Bay swimming beach, Days Bay Pizzeria, Days Bay Pavilion Cafe, Days Bay Cafe, Sea Salt Restaurant (amazing views to Wellington), a lovely gift shop and gallery, bus stop, Williams Park and bush walks galore. The East by West Ferry takes commuters to/from Days Bay and Wellington throughout the day and also stops at historic Matiu/Somes Island.

Within 5 minutes drive or 20 minutes walk along the beach front is the Eastbourne Village. Here you will find the supermarket, pharmacy, deli, post shop, gift shops, Fish and Chips, Indian Takeaway, Liquor shop, Library, cafes, playground, outdoor swimming pool, school and the pub.

GETTING HERE
Wellington is a 30 minute drive, the airport about 40 minutes – depending on traffic. If you are flying in, it is sensible to catch an Uber or the Airport Shuttle – delivers to the door (cheaper than a taxi).

If you are coming off the InterIslander Ferry, have a look out the right window as you sail into the harbour and you will see Eastbourne Village and the Bays. I will be a lovely 20 minute drive around the harbour from the ferry terminal.

LONGER STAY?
If you are looking for something for a longer term than a month, then let me know.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Pets must not be left home alone at any time.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no parties as we value our neighbours :
Bringing a Dog? No dogs on the furniture. Dogs must not be left alone at any time. All damage and mess must be remediated by the pets owner.

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lower Hutt

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Days Bay, a neighbourhood in Lower Hutt. Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wainuiomata Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Queensgate Shopping Centre and Lambton Quay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sky Stadium or TSB Bank Arena. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Eastbourne, Lower Hutt

What's nearby

  • Eastbourne Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 18 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 22 min drive - 24.3 km
  • Te Papa - 23 min drive - 24.3 km
  • The Weta Cave - 32 min drive - 31.4 km

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Woburn Station - 14 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Daily Bread Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Compass Coffee - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Buddha Stix - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Days Bay Studio - Beach, bush and privacy located?

Nestled on the beach, this Days Bay apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from East Harbour Regional Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Eastbourne Beach. Petone Foreshore and The Dowse are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy to follow directions were sent and the place was easy to find.Lovely and quiet and a very short walk to the veach. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was perfect for us. The studio had everything we needed. It was clean and well set up and the bed was comfortable. We were able to take our small dog with us, which made travelling easier. There is a small enclosed patio area which is very private and peaceful. Lots of beautiful bird song.There is a shopping centre just down the road.Communicating with Becky was easy and she was prompt in responding to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

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

Great stay in Days Bay

Good base to explore the area. Very quiet location. Convenient for the ferry across to Wellington. The parking is a little awkward outside the apartment but plenty of other parking nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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

So close to everything

Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane n.

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

Peaceful

Relaxing and great host
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Days Bay retreat

A cosy, warm, clean and comfortable unit that suited us perfectly. Had everything we needed for our stay. Handy to restaurants and Eastbourne shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole G.

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

Days Bay break

Wonderful position for a Wellington break. Loved the ferry across to Queens Wharf. Fabulous bird song each day and evening. Nice handy cafes.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

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

Days bay getaway

We enjoyed our 2 nights in Days Bay. Property within walking distance of ferry to Queens Wharf and a popular local cafe. The property was small but perfectly formed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gay S.

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

Wee oasis

Comfortable, quiet and private. Only negative is car access which is chalkenging. Lovely host. Great location aoart from that. Minutes from beach and bush walks.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Just what we needed

This is a delightful studio, with a small patio garden. It was well equipped, comfortable, and our host provided lots of useful information in the house folder. We have relations in the area so it was perfect for meeting up with them, convenient for the Day's Bay ferry into the city, and there's a popular cafe in the park a couple of hundred metres away. Our host provided good instructions for finding the property; follow them! Google maps tries to take you through a school.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

The Lear Marie Company K.

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

Absolute Gem

When we booked this place my wife and I thought this would be the "roughing it" part of our trip, staying outside the city and not in a hotel/resort. This wound up being nicer than half the places we stayed during our travels! The place is cozy and cute, has everything you need, from glassware to extra towels, and Becky, knowing it was our honeymoon, prestocked our fridge with some chocolates and french champagne! I couldn't have asked for a better experience and for the price point it is probably the best rental I've ever booked. Cons (if there are any): definitely not big enough for more than two people, maybe two and a child. Because of how it's situated on the hill and in the house, not much natural light. We preferred this as we like sleeping in but it might be a con to others. Not a ton of restaurants or markets out in Days bay so do your shopping and whatnot before you get on the ferry, but don't worry, what's there (the lovely cafe in the park) is splendid and cheap! Overall a 5/5 across the board and if we ever can afford a flight back to NZ I know just where we:LL be staying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely room and really comfortable bed. The location is outstanding, just a 2 minute walk gets you to days bay where we saw dolphins 2 days in a row!
Dolphins at days bay, a 2 min walk from the room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kirsten M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, private and well equipped wee spot, just a 2 min walk down to the waterfront. It is tucked away under a house so no sun or view. It's perfect if you're happy to be out n about during the day and just have it as a place to land in between.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac L.

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

Great stay

Thank you Becky! Great host and great accomodation
Stayed 18 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip A.

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

Perfect getaway

The studio is very well appointed, close to amenities and a secure patio. Perfect for us and our pets.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yvonne S.

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

Great stay

The unit was comfortable with everything I needed for my stay. Easy communication with host. Would use again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Johannes V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

A Lovely Location in Days Bay

Our check-in email from Becky didn't go through due to her travels. So we had no way of knowing where we were staying 100% for around 4 hours until a neighbour showed us where the studio was. Becky made up for it however, with a bottle of wine and one of the days stays refunded. So all was well that ended well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona C.

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

Weekend break

Overall loved the property however, found the step up into the shower room, given our age, a little challenging. This is an easy fix and in no way distracted from our stay. Would stay again and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Malcolm S.

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

A quiet getaway

A perfect place to relax near the sea. Nothing was too much trouble for hosts who remained anonymous unless they were needed, whereupon they reacted promptly and efficiently An enjoyable experience
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Lynda S.

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

Days Bay

Overall was good value for the price. Good location to the beach and ferry.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzynne G.

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

Suzynne

Great little place in a quite and secluded location. Easy to find. Great cafes and bush walks very close. Excellent location to catch boat across the harbour to Wellington City. Very clean and all facilities worked well, especially hot water in shower!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

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

Great accomodation for family and friends to stay together. Fab location

Ideal location, clean, very well maintained, everything supplied made for a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

crazy c.

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

Peaceful and private.

We enjoyed our stay, had everything we needed, lovely place to stay across the bay away from city central, totally recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra G.

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

Days Bay studio

All as advertised, a very clean and comfortable studio with all the basics we needed. The Pavilion cafe/restaurant is but a five minute walk away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane n.

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

Fantastic

Great communication from host and excellent accomodation. We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay and what a beautiful area to walk and explore. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Becky Grenfell

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We have lived in Days Bay for 31 years. We have 3 grown up children whom have almost all left home. We have traveled, particularly in Asia and lived in Singapore for 4 years. We particularly enjoy the bush and village life that is Eastbourne, but with the added advantage of being near Wellington City where we can get our cultural, shopping and sporting fix :-)

Why they chose this property

We love our location and the amenities at our doorstep, it is a different pace of life from being in the city.

What makes this property unique

The beach and the bush is right outside the door. The walks available are all lovely and all give beautiful views of Wellington harbour and city. Sunset beach walks, bush picnics, explore the lighthouse, lovely cafes - it is a pretty relaxed and peaceful area.

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