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Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home
Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Karaka Bays, Wellington
- Place, The Weta Cave13 min walk
- Place, Scorching Bay Beach20 min walk
- Place, Massey Memorial2 min drive
- Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)5 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Blue Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Main Bedroom
1 Double Bed
Yellow Bedroom
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home
Welcome to our cottage by the sea – cherished by four generations of our family.
Originally built in the 1870s, extended in the 1890s and updated with a California Bungalow restyle in the 1920s, the house has been recently redecorated and now has modern amenities including heatpump ducted central heating.
Relax on the porch and enjoy the harbour views through the pohutakawa trees, or in the privacy of the garden terrace. Walk over the road to the beach and rockpools.
Wellington Airport is 5 minutes drive away as are a supermarket as well as cafes and restaurants.
Fully equipped bach style kitchen. Broadband WiFi and internet/Freeview television.
Bathroom with cast iron bathtub for relaxing in and separate shower.
A 3 night minimum stay applies.
No smoking allowed in the house or on the property. No pets allowed (sorry!)
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Originally built in the 1870s, extended in the 1890s and updated with a California Bungalow restyle in the 1920s, the house has been recently redecorated and now has modern amenities including heatpump ducted central heating.
Relax on the porch and enjoy the harbour views through the pohutakawa trees, or in the privacy of the garden terrace. Walk over the road to the beach and rockpools.
Wellington Airport is 5 minutes drive away as are a supermarket as well as cafes and restaurants.
Fully equipped bach style kitchen. Broadband WiFi and internet/Freeview television.
Bathroom with cast iron bathtub for relaxing in and separate shower.
A 3 night minimum stay applies.
No smoking allowed in the house or on the property. No pets allowed (sorry!)
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Wellington
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Karaka Bays, a neighbourhood in Wellington. Interislander Ferry Terminal and Miramar Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Oriental Parade and Cuba Street Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at ASB Sports Centre, or consider a night out at The Opera House.
Karaka Bays, Wellington
What's nearby
- The Weta Cave - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Scorching Bay Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
- Massey Memorial - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Te Papa - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
- Interislander Ferry Terminal - 12 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Oat Cafe - 5 min drive
- Frolla - 4 min drive
- Swimsuit - 3 min drive
- Park Kitchen - 3 min drive
- Strathmore Local Restaurant & Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Peter
Languages:
English
Premier Host
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