About this property

Beachfront Living: Pacific Ocean seafront home near airport in Wellington offers direct beachfront access and a spacious terrace. Guests enjoy stunning sea views and a relaxing outdoor seating area. Modern Comforts: The recently renovated villa features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a comfortable living room. Amenities include air-conditioning, free WiFi, balcony, and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. Prime Location: Located 4 km from Wellington Airport, the property is a short walk from Princess Beach. Nearby attractions include Wellington Zoo (3.9 km) and Te Papa Museum (7 km). Highly rated for its scenic location and room cleanliness.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

  • FREE parking!

Activities:

  • Beachfront

  • Beach


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Jackson
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location and amazing views. Very friendly and responsive hosts.
  • Adams
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The view. The weather was terrible but it was so pleasant to sit in front of those picture windows with a cup of tea or glass of wine and look out at the ocean. The house was so warm and welcoming on our arrival.
  • Jane
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The view is phenomenal! Well equipped kitchen. Julie is an excellent host.
  • Xuenan
    China China
    The apartment was a highlight of our trip. The location is amazing — with sweeping views of the Pacific Ocean — and the space is beautifully styled with lovely, personal touches. We felt so comfortable and welcomed. We’d definitely love to return...
  • Bronwyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing view and very lovely and comfortable house.
  • Sarah
    Australia Australia
    What a beautiful house and location! Everything inside is so well thought out from the beautiful bathrooms and bedrooms to the big kitchen and lounge area, it's like a home away from home. The communication was fantastic and the book with...
  • Michal
    Poland Poland
    A wonderful house just by the seafront with an amazing view over the ocean. You can sit and relax for hours in the living room. The house was clean and comfortable, furnished with the highest care of details. The hosts were extremly helpful and...
  • Jules
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Great location, beautiful views, comfortable beds, and spacious, well equipped living, bathroom, and bedrooms.
  • David
    Australia Australia
    The view out to sea is spectacular. Whilst we didn’t spend much time at the house, when we did, we just sat and watched the ocean.
  • Ron
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing location and it has everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The place was clean and nicely presented. We had great communication from Julie who was very accommodating which was appreciated.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Julie and Dave

9.9
Host review score
Julie and Dave
Feel like the Captain of a ship – Oceanfront Home with SEA-sational Views. Welcome aboard! this lovingly renovated 1930s beachfront home offers front-row views of the Pacific Ocean. Watch dolphins swim by, planes glide overhead, ships cross the horizon, and locals stroll along the coast — all from your living room. Designed and restored by host Dave, this unique home combines vintage charm with modern comfort. You’ll find handcrafted barn doors made from recycled wood and wine barrels, cozy spaces and thoughtful details throughout. 🌊 Sleeps up to 6 guests (including children) 🏖️ Ideal for couples, families, or friends 🪟 Spacious, private and full of natural light 🚫 No parties, gatherings, or smoking Step outside for beach walks, head into the city or zoo for a day trip, or simply relax and enjoy the sea breeze from the comfort of home. ✨ Featured on Channel 9’s Travel Guides (Australia) 🏆 Proud recipient of a 2025 Traveller Review Award — thank you to our amazing guests! We’re excited to share this special place with you and hope you love it as much as we do. Julie & Dave
Nau mai, haere mai – we’re Julie & Dave, your Superhosts! We love welcoming guests to our oceanfront home and sharing the beauty of Wellington’s wild south coast. Music, food and adventure are big parts of our life — when we're not at 148 The Esplanade, we travel NZ in our vintage Mack ex fire truck - now a tiny home
🌊 Location Highlights – Houghton Bay, Wellington’s South Coast: Stunning Views: Enjoy panoramic views of Princess Beach and the Pacific Ocean. Unforgettable sunsets over the sea and the snow-capped South Island mountains. Family-Friendly Activities: 🐠 Bait House Aquarium (3min walk, Sundays). Hold live sea creatures – a unique experience 🤿 Snorkelling spot – lessons for all levels 🚸 Explore rockpools Outdoor Adventures: 🚶‍♂️ The Great Southern Walkway in front of the home, leads to Island Bay, a historic lighthouse and Red Rocks scenic park 🚗 Short on time? You can drive to key points along the trail Food & Drink Nearby: 🍳 Maranui Café, Lyall Bay – our favourite for brunch (short drive) 🐟 Fish & chips across the road – grab a takeaway and watch the surfers 🍺 Parrotdog Brewery – famous local beer + great burgers 🌱 The Botanist – vegetarian restaurant with evening dining Island Bay (8 min walk): 🍦 The Grocer’s Shed – coffee and ice cream 🥧 Visit the village for Patricia’s Pies, Hell Pizza, supermarket, or dine at the boutique cinema 🏖️ Cool playground and sandy beach Safe, Scenic & Local: Neighbourhood of standalone homes and the occasional lighthouse. Feel like a local while enjoying the comforts of a seaside lifestyle
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Pacific Ocean seafront home near airport takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:30
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Pacific Ocean seafront home near airport in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to NZD 350 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.