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A private and spacious character home in Khandallah

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A covered patio with a wooden table and white chairs, a potted plant, and a sliding glass door.
A dining room with a round wooden table, black chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, a potted plant, and a view of a deck through a window.
A compact kitchen with a central island, a built-in oven, and a coffee maker.
A living room with two white sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
Sleeps 6•2 bedrooms•2 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Wellington, Wellington
  • Place, Chelmsford Street Dog park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hnry Stadium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Main bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

En suite

Toilet · Shower only

Main bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

A private and spacious character home in Khandallah

Welcome to Maddie's Homestay - a private and spacious (110 sqm) character home, based in leafy Khandallah, one of Wellingtons most-loved suburbs.

Located just 5 mins walk to Khandallah Village supermarket, boutiques and cafes or just 10 minutes drive to the city centre.

Perfect for a couples’ getaway, a family weekend, or a peaceful weekday retreat while working in the city, this property offers character and comfort.

Enjoy two spacious double bedrooms (one with en suite), a cozy single bedroom, a separate main bathroom featuring a luxurious claw-foot bath, plus an open-plan lounge and dining area with a well-equipped kitchen.

There are two off-road parking spots and it’s located within easy walking distance to the train and bus stops for a hassle-free trip into the central city.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9587534
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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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 in Khandallah, a neighbourhood in Wellington, this holiday home is in the mountains. Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Cable Car are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Lambton Quay and Cuba Street Mall. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hnry Stadium or TSB Bank Arena.
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Wellington, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Chelmsford Street Dog park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Hnry Stadium - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Wellington Central Business District - 9 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 11 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Te Papa - 11 min drive - 11.1 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Box Hill Station - 6 min walk
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mojo Summit - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪La Cloche - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Thistle Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Station Kitchen - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Parsons Nose Cafe - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A private and spacious character home in Khandallah pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A private and spacious character home in Khandallah?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A private and spacious character home in Khandallah?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A private and spacious character home in Khandallah?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A private and spacious character home in Khandallah located?

Located in Khandallah, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Interislander Ferry Terminal, Otari-Wilton’s Bush and National Library. Old St Paul's and St Paul's Cathedral are also within 3 miles (5 km). Wellington Box Hill Station is 6 minutes by foot and Wellington Simla Crescent Station is 7 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Easy place to stay that suited our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Maddie’s retreat is well presented, well-appointed and highly recommended.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Susie G.

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

Wonderful Khandallah accommodation

Excellent accommodation for our family get together. Very spacious and extremely helpful host
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Easy location to access, and house was as expected. Great for family to chill after a day out
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark O.

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

Good place

Pleasant, sunny and quiet…we liked it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely house in good location - public transport readily available, and shops nearby.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

shane w.

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

Perfect Wellington Weekend

We were thoroughly impressed with this property and the location, and highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy a stay in Wellington. It was a real treat to stay here and we’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
An excellent place to stay! Very clean and very well equipped. Spacious with a very cute backyard seating area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James S.

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

Sensational homestay!!

We loved everything about this beautiful home! Spacious, bright and airy, clean, extremely attractive and comfortable! Our favorite place on our vacation to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Ideal respite with AMAZING host

BEAUTIFUL property with very comfortable beds Ideal location in a wonderful neighbourhood Maddie works hard (and succeeds) to make your stay both comfortable and enjoyable
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar, 2024
Thank you Patrick! And thanks for leaving the place clean & tidy. You are very welcome back. Maddie
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marcelis V.

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

Mick van Bemmel

Enjoyed great place
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dixie A.

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

Quiet neighbourhood close to town.

Really enjoyed the quiet peaceful area. With town an easy 13mins away. Would definitely choose to stay here again. Very warm and comfortable. Thank you for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicola Y.

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

Great Property

Great property to stay at, close to train station to get into CBD and nice neighbourhood. Thanks for making check in so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

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

4 old Aussies on tour

Great house really enjoyed all the spaces Loved back patio area lovely sun spot
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Scott A.

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

Restful Stay in Wellington

It was a joy to stay at this location - it was clean, quiet, and beautiful. The location is great as it is close to shops and a very easy drive to downtown Wellington. We found it had everything we needed and more, not to mention that it was very well kept and clean. I would certainly recommend this to any others looking for a lovely respite in Wellington.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

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

Beautiful house, responsive host

We loved staying at Maddie's homestay. The house is beautiful, it was clean, and Maddie was responsive when we reached out to her. The house is close to a bus stop and a very walkable distance to a decent grocery store. We'd stay here again if/when in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Terri S.

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

Adorable Home

Very clean and a lot of space. Perfect location. Just a few minutes walk to a tavern, bakery, market and a short bus ride to the city center. WE LOVED THIS PLACE
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Just right

Great spot to catch up with friends before a birthday elsewhere, kitchen fully equiped for dinner etc, enjoyed the other facilities and the local area
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rob B.

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

WOW weekend

Great place to stay. Very tidy and clean with comfortable beds. Very convinient to train stations and quick access to the city. Maddie was great at communicating, met us when we arrived and when we left. Would diffenently use this listing again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca K.

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

Perfect place in Wellington

My family of 5 stayed at this beautiful place. It was absolutely perfect. Maddie had the house warm on a cold winters day, she also made fruit loaf which was a beautiful touch and very much appreciated, she even had milk and butter in the fridge. This was such a nice thing to do as we were in a hurry to get inside get changed to go off to an event we had booked for. I was able to have a cuppa with the yummy fruit loaf. There was absolutely nothing wrong with this place. I definitely would come back again. Thank you Maddie for a lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Cute house!

Loved the house, but the driveway was kind of hard to get into. We got confused and went to the wrong one at first. Recommend better instructions on getting into the driveway. Maddie was an excellent host and the house is great! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary U.

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

Gerry & Mary

The house was very nice. Maddie met us upon our arrival and was very welcoming. My only complaint was that it wasn’t disclosed the oven was not working. It was Easter and I had a plan to cook. Fortunately I am an experienced cook and was able to improvise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2025
I'm pleased to hear you liked the place. I checked with the people who are currently staying and the oven is working fine. I'm not sure why you couldn't get it working (it could have been switched off at the wall?) - I wish you had checked with me as I would have sorted it for you immediately. It was lovely to meet you and I hope you enjoyed the rest of your holiday.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tony C.

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

Old Charm Accomodation

Comfortable old and charming home. Located in quite a hilly area requiring negotiation of narrow streets with cars parked on both sides, had to take a lot of care as at times there was only enough room for one vehicle to pass through. House was comfortable and clean with all required facilities. Internet modem was located in one of the main bedrooms on a stand beside the bed, which was a little annoying when sleeping due to continuous flashing lights, trade off was the internet speed was really good. To access the property there's a few stairs to negotiate which can make it a bit difficult for carrying heavy luggage and for anyone with mobility issues. Overall we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Graham V.

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

Wedding Stay

We travelled south to Wellington for our daughters wedding. I had some health issues and could not attend. Maddie was very understanding about the issues. My son and wife stayed. They loved the accommodation. Ver up market and met their needs perfectly.. On the Sunday after the wedding they held a small family get together which was very successful. A major thanks to Maddie for working with us. I want to come down to Wellington and stay again. Meet maddie thank her and enjoy what my family did. Overall a strong yes great, repeat booking, what more to say. Thank You!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debra C.

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

Short stay in Wellington

We were 2 couples in our 60s travelling around NZ. Maddies home stay was very comfortable with all you could need. The washing machine and dryer was appreciated after driving around the North Island for some days. Beds were very comfortable, two bathrooms were great. Very winding steep roads to drive into town, but short drive to lots of great restaurants and tourist locations. Booking and communication were very easy, would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

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