Artistic cottage and Garden sanctuary

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Check out the area

Paraparaumu, Wellington

Raumati Beach8 min walk
Paraparaumu Beach10 min drive
Waikanae Beach20 min drive
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)53 min drive

House was very comfortable

Cassandra B.

Feb 1, 2024

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Grey room off lounge

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Beautiful creative artist’s cottage, reasonably priced and whanau orientated.. Established garden sanctuary. Five minutes walk to to the beach. Open plan kitchen, dining and living. Indoor outdoor flow. Spa to relax in outside the master bedroom. Close to amenities, popular cafes and music venues. A wonderful sanctuary to relax and unwind. Jump on the Te Ara hou o Rangiheata expressway for a quick trip into Wellington/Poneke.

Property manager

Caroline Beaufort -Puna

Premier Host

Amenities

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Outdoor Spa Bath for two... very romantic!

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Please tidy up after yourselves

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Only outside

Please be aware that our neighbors are close and have young children. We ask for respect for our neighbors.

Please leave the house as you found it. The cleaning fee is minimal and only covers the laundry. You are responsible for the rest

Put the wet towels in the washing machine and remove sheets. Please don't leave your dishes.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

This property accepts cash

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Paraparaumu

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Raumati South, a neighbourhood in Paraparaumu. Paraparaumu Beach Golf Club and Otaki River Walks are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park.

Paraparaumu, Wellington

What's nearby

Raumati Beach - 8 min walk
Coastlands Shoppingtown - 6 min drive
Paraparaumu Beach - 10 min drive
Waikanae Beach - 20 min drive
Paekakiri Beach - 21 min drive

Getting around

Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 28 min drive
Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 5 min drive
Waterfront Bar & Kitchen - 5 min drive
Golden King Takeaway - 5 min drive
Tuatara Brewery - 8 min drive
Wendy's - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artistic cottage and Garden sanctuary pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Artistic cottage and Garden sanctuary?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artistic cottage and Garden sanctuary?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Artistic cottage and Garden sanctuary located?

This family-friendly Paraparaumu holiday home is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Raumati Beach, Coastlands Shoppingtown and Paraparaumu Beach. Paekakiri Beach is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) away.

9.2

Wonderful

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Manna M.

9 May 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Listing accuracy

Enjoyable stay. FYI - self cleaning required

We had a nice stay at this property - the spa, feijoa trees and fireplace were awesome! The beds and rest of the house were comfortable. Place is 10mins walk to the beach which was lovely. The only negative is that the lounge doesn’t get much sun or natural light, but the fireplace made it warm enough. We also had issues when leaving the place not realising that the cleaning fee we paid only covers laundry of linen. This wasn’t mentioned on the website at the time of booking so something to be mindful of if you don’t want a place that requires self-cleaning.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jocasta W.

20 April 2024

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

Lovely family house close to beach

We had a lovely few days here, and especially liked the location, spa and log burner. Green and leafy garden. Well equipped. Would recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catriona M.

11 April 2024

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

Lovely spot to relax and unwind

A cute cottage, close to the beach and handy to cafes and four square. A lovely place to spend a few days in peace and quiet. Beautiful garden, and the spa a real treat.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Vernon B.

7 April 2024

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Mixed impression

25 Forrest Road is a spacious 3-bedroom one-storey house in a quiet area. The property is well equipped with washing machine etc, and a hot tub outside (which we didn't use). The problem is cleaning, which seems to be partly left to those using the property. It could do with a good dusting and cobweb clearance. We had to wash plates and cutlery before using. Mice raided a suitcase and nibbled chocolate, which necessitated a complete cleanout.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abbie M.

2 April 2024

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

Quiet haven

Totally peaceful and relaxing, full of character, loved the spa and all the greenery

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Caroline Beaufort -Puna

I have lived in Raumati South for 35 years, raising my children and working as an Art teacher at the local college. I enjoy any kind of creating, mostly Art and music. I'm a keen gardener, which is why there are so many trees on the property. I now rescue animals and tend to them on some land in Manakau. Hosting book a bach helps me feed my treasured animals. I love being a host because my family home gave me and my children such awesome experiences throughout the years and now I want to share that with others.

Why they chose this property

The area is beautiful! Beachy vibe, semi rural, close to the park and funky cafes where local musicians play. Friendly locals and a pleasant laid back atmosphere.