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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Wellington, Wellington
The Weta Cave
Place, The Weta Cave
16 min walk
ASB Sports Centre
Place, ASB Sports Centre
2 min drive
Scorching Bay Beach
Place, Scorching Bay Beach
4 min drive
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
4 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Peninsula Escape
Check out the amazing views from this newly renovated and comfortable two bedroom self contained guesthouse situated in quiet private cul de sac and below our home. Great outdoor area. Sit back and enjoy the sun as the planes fly past. Conveniently located only 5 minute Uber to the airport, 15 minute drive to city. Close to Weta cave, shops, restaurants and local craft breweries. Driveway is available for drop off and pickup. Parking is on Maupuia Road which is at the end of our very short cul de sac, so 1 minute away
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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
Wellington
Maupuia, a neighbourhood in Wellington, is home to this holiday home. Elliott House and BATS Theatre are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Cuba Street Mall and Oriental Parade. 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.
How much does it cost to stay at Peninsula Escape?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Peninsula Escape on 13 May 2026 start from NZ$227, 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 Peninsula Escape?
This property doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Peninsula Escape?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peninsula Escape?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Peninsula Escape located?
Located in Maupuia, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Weta Cave, ASB Sports Centre and Scorching Bay Beach. Wellington Zoo and Wellington Hospital are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This accomodation was really great. Obviously recently renovated it was excellently presented with a luxurious feel and everything we needed for our stay. Highly recommended.
Susan D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2026
Thanks Sue and good luck with your own short stay endeavours. If you needed any help getting set up please give us a call. Cheers. Chris & Liz
The stay was highly recommended – thank you so much for the lovely little gifts and the beautiful apartment. We found everything we needed and felt very comfortable throughout our stay. It’s an ideal place to explore Wellington from.We’d love to come back again sometime.
What a great property. Just as described. Ideally situated for the airport and for accessing the town. Stunning views across the bay. Accommodation was just as described. It was very tasteful and well appointed. The welcome goodies were indeed very welcome and our hosts were very responsive when we contacted them. We loved our stay. Thank you.
Chris was so welcoming, the apartment space is extremely well appointed and comfortable, and the view is fantastic! I would recommend Chris's place to all my favorite friends and hoping it is available for future visits to Wellington. 15 out of 10!
Mary A.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 February 2026
Hi Mary, thanks for your "glowing" review! Cheers Chris
Beautiful backdrop of the water from the back patio. Very clean and tidy space. Host left a lovely selection of fruits, chips and beverages for us. Would be happy to stay here again.
Yuann W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 December 2025
Hi Yuann, thanks for your nice review, we're glad you enjoyed your stay, cheers. Chris
A very comfortable unit with great views over the harbour. We highly recommend Chris's place as a base in Wellington, and appreciate the cafe recommendation. (Scorch-o-Rama).
Check in was easy. The house was absolutely spotless and homely. Was like being at home. Beautiful scenery over the water and the patio was gorgeous. Plenty of space. The kitchen was well equipped. The bed we slept in was sooooo comfy, we slept so well each night. The heating and cooling system in the house was awesome. Was close to the shops and within walking distance of where we needed to go each day. A great price. We will most definitely keep this haven in mind when returning to Wellington. Thank you Chris.
Great wee place to stay, comfortable, warm and with fantastic views over the harbour.
Chris was quick to respond to communication - we'll definitely be back!
Lovely spot and handy to airport and to stadium for volleyball tournament. Great base to explore Miramar peninsula.
Noisy at times with airport close by and owners living directly above but very clean and comfortable.
Lovely modern property with fantastic view of Evan’s Bay and its dolphins! Spotlessly clean with a generous welcome pack. Chris and Liz were very helpful.
Ideal location on the outskirts of Wellington. Very well equipped.Could do with a couple of shopping bags to use when visiting the local supermarket.Overall an excellent apartment. Would be more than happy to return.
This place was by far our favorite VRBO stay during our recent 2-week tour of the country that involved 4 other stays. It is in this great neighborhood that is only a 7-minute drive from the airport. The host thinks of everything including making sure that there's milk, wine, and beer in the fridge for your beverage needs and a candy bar on your bed, right by the softest towels ever. The views were so spectacular that I passed on an afternoon sightseeing adventure just so I could sit on the adirondack chairs on the private patio. My only regret is that we didn't stay longer. Thanks so much for the great hospitality!
Kimberly P.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
Thanks for your glowing review Kimberly, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay. Cheers. Chis & Liz
Excellent accommodation with some nice little touches, like a welcoming pack in the kitchen. Owners were great to deal with and up front about the parking situation so there were no surprises. Would recommend.
Catherine & Michael B.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 April 2026
Hi Catherine and Michael thanks again for your booking, and for your positive review. We hope to see you again some time. Cheers. Chris & Liz