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City Bush Escape. Central location but very private.

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Towels, soap, toilet paper
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Private kitchen
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

City Bush Escape. Central location but very private.

This character home is a hidden tree house Elevated above the for total privacy in every room. Situated on the edge of the town belt you enjoy the plentiful birdlife. With both a heat pump and a roaring open fire you'll be nice and toasty in winter. The wrap around lets you enjoy Wellingtons sunny days and the property is almost completely sheltered from the northerly wind that Wellington is famous for.

We have just finished installing an outdoor bath if you want to have a unique luxury experience (You have to fill with a hot water hose from the laundry but it is well worth the effort). Please note that the property is over 120 years old so it is a bit quirky in areas. We organise a thorough clean following each stay but the property age and bush location mean that it does have plenty of character.

Getting around is easy with many bush walks nearby (including the iconic Mt Victoria) and a major bus route just two minutes away. There is drive on which is steep and tight (welcome to Wellington) or there is parking on street.

The TV is via the Freeview app and we have new d/w, w/m, dryer and fridge. Please enquire if you have any questions. Hataitai village is a five minute walk with plentiful bars, cafes and restaurants.

Property manager

Richard

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

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Wellington, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Courtenay Place - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Massey University - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Te Papa - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Kaiwharawhara Station - 9 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Embassy Theatre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Myrtle - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Deluxe Expresso Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is City Bush Escape. Central location but very private. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at City Bush Escape. Central location but very private.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at City Bush Escape. Central location but very private.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is City Bush Escape. Central location but very private. located?

Located in Hataitai, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mount Victoria Lookout, Greek-New Zealand Memorial, and Basin Reserve. Wellington Buddhist Centre and Elliott House are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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10/10

We loved our stay - Richard the owner was great at communicating with us, the property was as advertised and it is in a great location. Quick and easy to catch the bus to town or wander down to Hataitai village. The house is in a peaceful spot with lots of greenary and birds so it’s super relaxing. We also loved the open fire on a cold evening.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025