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--WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD

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A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a lamp, and a sign that says "GARDEN".
A house on a grassy hill with a green roof, surrounded by lush vegetation.
A living room with a grey sofa, a matching armchair, a purple rug, and a large window with curtains.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a lamp, and a sign that says "GARDEN".

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
Accommodating 4 guests, this cottage features 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. It offers adventure activities like fishing, swimming, and windsurfing. Guests can enjoy the patio, with golf options nearby. The location provides access to attractions such as Grand Etang Shoreline Trail and Royal Mount Carmel Falls.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Tawa, Wellington
  • Place, Willowbank Reserve Off Leash Dog Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Taylor Terrace Dog Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

--WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD

Superior, private, self-contained fully equipped, modern rural getaway on owners 2ha property.
A peaceful place to relax and enjoy the countryside of Takapu Valley.
Handy to Tawa, Johnsonville and Porirua and only 15 minutes from central Wellington.
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Special conditions:
No Smoking: in the cottage nor anywhere in the grounds
Check-in is from 2 pm check-out 10am, unless prior arrangements made.
Payment in full before keys are handed over

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A port-a-cot is provided for up to 18 mth olds
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Events

No events allowed
Quiet families/friends get togethers allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted inside or out

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20025242
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
Note from host: quiet families/friends get togethers allowed
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
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 Takapu Valley, a neighbourhood in Wellington, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Interislander Ferry Terminal and Wellington Cable Car. Travelling with kids? Consider Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden, or check out an event or a game at Hnry Stadium. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Map
Tawa, Wellington

What's nearby

  • Willowbank Reserve Off Leash Dog Park - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Taylor Terrace Dog Park - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Grasslees Dog Park - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Hnry Stadium - 18 min drive - 18.0 km

Getting around

  • Tawa Takapu Road Station - 5 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café El Porteño - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Muffin Break - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sprig & Fern Tawa - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Gloria Jean's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD?

As of 28 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD on 29 Sept 2026 start from AU$367, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is --WOODBURN COTTAGE-- Superior self-contained rural - 15 mins from Wellington CBD located?

This family-friendly Wellington cottage is located in a rural location, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Taylor Terrace Dog Park, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Otari - Wilton's Bush Native Botanic Garden and Plimmerton Beach. Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture and Archives New Zealand are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 220 out of 239 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 239 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 239 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 239 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 239 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely quaint cottage with beautiful views of the rolling hills. Great hosts, clean property with everything you need.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really good time and found that in was central to surrounding towns and easy to get to the cbd.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very close to everything you need but also very secluded and isolated to relax in nature
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful well appointed home with incredible views - also perfect location for exploring Wellington and area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient for local attractions. Bedroom was very cold and the heat pump/air con unit struggled to control condensation on the windows and the wallpaper was starting to peel. Hedges need trimming back to make driveway parking more accessible. Overall, a comfortable but not outstanding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bright spot during a rainy 3 day stay in Wellington

Amazing will definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wellington Stay

Great place to stay. Peaceful yet close to all city attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay, hope to book again soon

What an amazing property we hope to return soon
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay

It was a nice stay, thank you 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wellington's Best Kept Secret

Looking for a top place to stay - look no further - this place is stunning and ticks all the boxes
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We spent more than a month at Woodburn Cottage. We quickly felt at home. The view is wonderful as we enjoyed watching the movements of both the cows and sheep as they ate their way up and down the hill sides.We enjoyed our weekly chat with Carol and all the recommendations that she gave us as what to see and do. We did follow up on many of the suggestions and had a great time doing so.The cottage served as well even during some very extreme weather with winds that exceeded 180 km/h. To top it all off, we experienced a 3.8 earthquake, but the cottage kept us safe through it all.Our month long stay was very pleasant one. Highly Recommend.
Stayed 31 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely wonderful!

Such a beautiful cottage to stay, really private and so well maintained. Fantastic amenities, carol and Alan are wonderful hosts! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Away

Relaxing great ouf of town location. Would certainly be staying again when time allows
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful and Beautiful Views

We thoroughly enjoyed this place with it's beautiful views and peaceful location. This place was very comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property!

One of the most beautiful and clean rentals I have ever stayed at. Wish we could have stayed longer. Spend 3 nights here before getting on a ferry to the south island.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Woodburn Cottage

Very pleasant stay, beautiful views and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet and peaceful

Great place to stay, remote, beautiful and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Tawa

Perfect get away cottage. Enjoyed our stay and the beautiful scenery
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Accommodation - Great Location

This is a great base for exploring Wellington - especially if you use the local train from Tawa. The accommodation is very modern and very spacious, with a wonderful view from the large verandah. Highly recommended - would say again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing Country Cottage

A lovely relaxing stay. Gorgeous setting. Hosts were very respectful of privacy and friendly when we needed assistance. Would definitely recommend or stay here again.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

A lovely place to stay in a peaceful surrounding.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short business trip to Wellington

Lovely quiet place to stay after a long drive and long day in the city. Very cozy, amazing view, it was prefect :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful location and place

Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful

Nice , quiet , slept so well .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

About the host

Hosted by CarolnAlan

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