Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Barbecue grill
Dryer
Washer
Parking available
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Wellington, Wellington

Wellington Zoo
‪4 min drive‬
Te Papa
‪9 min drive‬
Cuba Street Mall
‪10 min drive‬
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Dining area

About this property

Step aboard and captain your own ship at this SEA-sational Pacific Ocean coastal home. Houghton Bay is located between Lyall & Island Bays. Beaches are popular with surfers, swimmers & divers. The zoo & airport are only 4km (perfect for early flights) & the home is handy to city centre museums, cable car, events & waterfront sightseeing. There’s mini golf within a wonderland sculpture park a 5min drive. Return home to explore rock pools or stroll past snorkelers (book lessons for all levels) to Bait House aquarium or the children’s playground at delightful Island Bay & treat yourself to coffee or ice-cream. You can see Princess Beach from the home, famous for gorgeous sunsets across snowy South Island mountains.
This 1950’s home has been extensively redesigned for comfortable living with a vintage vibe. Cosy for 2 but spacious enough for 6 max guests.
10 external stairs to 1st level entry & 3 stylish bedrooms with queen beds, facing the sea & a bathroom. The top level has open plan living/kitchen with stunning ocean views & 2nd bathroom. Enjoy dolphin spotting, ships & aeroplanes or watch locals on The Great Southern Walkway in front. This extends to Red Rocks & a visitor centre - a must see. Relax on the large patio deck with a drink & book or stay warm & cosy in front of huge windows, watching the magnificent Pacific Ocean. There’s a bench & stools to catch up with work on your laptop or board games for the family.
Create meals to share in the full kitchen, order in for a break from meal prep or try beachfront cafes nearby.
Other things to note:
Free off-road parking nook & bus stops opposite. There are the sounds of ocean waves. Road in front can be busy, though bedroom windows are double glazed.
Please respect our home - no parties, pets or smoking inside. Outside camera for guest safety and host security.
This home was chosen by Australia’s channel 9 programme, Travel Guides to film for an episode on Wellington.

Book this unique home, in a fabulous location to make memories with your favourite people

Property manager

Julie Anderson

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Not a rule but a request. If guests remove shoes in the entrance before moving to carpeted areas that helps reduce dirt and is appreciated.

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 is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Wellington

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Houghton Bay, a neighbourhood in Wellington. Greek-New Zealand Memorial and Elliott House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wellington Zoo and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Sisters of Compassion - Suzanne Aubert Compassion Centre and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Wellington, Wellington

What's nearby

Wellington Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
Wellington Central Business District - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
Te Papa - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
Cuba Street Mall - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
Interislander Ferry Terminal - 11 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

Wellington Box Hill Station - 19 min drive
Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

‪Burger Wisconsin - ‬3 min drive
‪Coffee Corner - ‬3 min drive
‪Parrotdog Bar - ‬5 min drive
‪Baker Gramercy - ‬5 min drive
‪Sprig + Fern Tavern Berhampore - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views located?

Nestled on the beach, this Houghton Bay holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Island Bay Beach and Houghton Bay Beach. Princess Beach and Berhampore Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

28 Nov, 2024

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

Fabulous

Lovely home, awsome spot, great parking, swimming very close, walking good. Great cafes and bars and quirky places near by. A great part of Wellington.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn G.

31 Mar, 2024

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

Amazing Sea Views

Loved the sea views from upstairs floor and downstairs from bedroom. Lovely and clean, good heat pump. Stairs are quite steep but were no worries for us. Would stay again.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anahera H.

10 Oct, 2024

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

Wearable Arts 2024

What an amazing location with special character. The wairua in the Whare held space and the comfort of a HOME not a house I will be back

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pauline E.

19 Aug, 2024

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

Wellington Jewel

We enjoyed the comfort and beauty of this very clean and inviting property. It was necessary to have a car to explore all that Wellington has to offer but found cafes and spots nearby that also enriched our trip. Communication was initially difficult just prior to our stay because our hosts were away, but as soon as they returned, they were immensely helpful and accommodating!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline E.

26 Feb, 2025

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

Delightful!

We really enjoyed our stay in this home! The views are incredibly beautiful. Julie the host is thoughtful and supplied everything we needed. We loved Wellington as well. We used the city bus system almost exclusively and it took us everywhere we wanted to go. We enjoyed the cable car and the Wellington Botanical Gardens were exquisite. The Te Papa museum is a must see. The Grocer’s Shed, a short walk from the house, has delicious food, coffee, and ice cream. We would love to return and would definitely stay in this home again. Highly recommended!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

25 Apr, 2025

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

Stunning and charming

The view from this property is really as stunning as advertised. We enjoyed watching the ocean waves crashing on the rocks, seals frolicking in the swells, gulls, shags, and other birds flying about, and lots of ferries, kayaks, planes, sailboats, and joggers going by, both near and far. The property is well furnished with interesting and eclectic decor, and lots of space to relax both indoors and outdoors. We appreciated the nice touches including the fresh organic apples left for us by the host. The road can be a bit busy, but there is a good sidewalk in both directions and a fairly short walk to the nearby beaches and the small aquarium in Island Bay. All-in-all, a wonderful place to stay right by the water!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025