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Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home

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A covered patio with a view of the sea, a wooden bench, and a red gate.
A white house with turquoise shutters and a red roof, surrounded by lush greenery.
A corridor with teal-painted walls and a red floor, leading to a room with a window and a chair.
A kitchen with teal cabinets, a sink, a window with a view of greenery, a microwave, and a small oven.
A living room with a fireplace, a television, and a sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Patio
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washer
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Karaka Bays, Wellington
  • Place, The Weta Cave
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Scorching Bay Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Seatoun Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪20 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);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17
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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9376281
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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.
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Karaka Bays, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Worser Bay Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Weta Cave - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Scorching Bay Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Seatoun Beach - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Te Papa - 26 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Simla Crescent Station - 20 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oat Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Realm - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coolsville - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Three Quarter Society - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home ?

As of Oct 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home on Feb 21, 2027 start from CA $239, excluding 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Karaka Bay Cottage – Waterfront 3 Bedroom Bach or Holiday Home located?

Located in Karaka Bays, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of The Weta Cave and Scorching Bay Beach. ASB Sports Centre and Miramar Golf Club are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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. 78 out of 83 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful spot and such a cool old house! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really loved everything about our stay. The house had plenty of space and the location and garden are something special
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stunning location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A delightful beach house, with an enchanting garden, gorgeous artwork, interesting history and very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a lovely Arts and Crafts style house with an interesting family history. A beautiful seaside area. We had everything we needed for a warm and comfortable stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous gem of place, rich with artistic history.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay

Such a beautiful place to stay and the view is amazing. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful and beautiful home in an outstanding and peaceful location. Highly recommended for an exceptional stay in Wellington!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic hosts, very nice location

Brilliant property, easy to talk to hosts, highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house in an amazing location. The host is wonderfully welcoming and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location, good comms
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Loved staying here. Very comfortable home .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place to stay. 4 nights were not enough. A quiet street with great water views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wellington weekend

Everything for a comfortable stay great location, house with history .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, great location

I would definitely recommend this property, we had an amazing holiday in Wellington.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful location

Wow what a spot! The location was gorgeous and the history of the house was so special. We truly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a magical weekend! I've always loved the sight of this home, took the leap to book for a random weekend and so glad we did. Absolute gem. Such welcoming hosts, totally inobstrusive but you can tell all the love and care they have put into the home. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Thanks

A perfect location and a charming little house. Loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An exception spot and a beautiful and quant residence. Old and charming yet with modern features like a heat pump. Peaceful and surrounded by bush with the beach just over the road. A beautiful deck to sit on and watch the day go by and maybe a gin or 7. Definitely would stay again. Could live there forever. Great host too.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very restful

Beautiful location and very characterful cottage. We appreciated all the little touches like coffee and eco store products provided. Am hoping to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wellington beachside

An extremely well presented unique property in a spectacular location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gem of a house

Very sweet house. Lots of history and original art. Can’t beat the location as the beach is right across the street. I would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house in Karaka Bays is wonderful. I lived in the Wellington area as a child and was taking my family from the USA to visit NZ. The home is an older home that has been updated with modern conveniences and it is filled with artistic history. While we stayed there during a blustery stretch of Wellington winter it was a wonderful place to stay as we explored and enjoyed the City. It is a quick and easy drive to get downtown, but feels far away from the city. It has fabulous views of the harbor entrance. The house is cozy, comfortable and retro in a very good way. And the host was very communicative and even took the time to ensure we had checked in and figured out how to operate the central heating. Which I have to say was a nice touch since it was quite a cold and windy Wellington evening/night. All in all, I would definitely recommend the house and all four of us enjoyed it.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Karaka Bay Bach

Peaceful, joyous, scenic, lovely, homely, full of character, perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful!

Quiet and peaceful, this home had all the space and amenities we needed. Easy location, too. Would recommend to anyone who enjoys quirky and cozy older homes!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

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