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Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Cottage in Porirua with kitchen and balcony

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Beautiful views
Aspen Cottage
Private outdoor patio
Studio accommodation
Kitchenette

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, The Cricket Museum
  • Place, Plimmerton Dog Park
  • Place, Plimmerton Beach
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Studio cottage

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views

Stunning sea views and beautiful birdsong converge at this idyllic and private cottage nestled in the trees in Plimmerton. Relax on the sunny patio with a coffee or glass of wine, curl up with a good book or magazine or simply let your mind wander in charming surroundings with both bush and sea views.

Aspen Cottage offers beautifully presented studio accommodation with modern beach-chic decor. Cute and full of character, the self-contained studio is separate from the owner's house, and has its own private entrance and off-road car parking.

Plimmerton is a picturesque seaside village conveniently located 25 minutes north of Wellington city. With safe swimming beaches, excellent local eateries and stunning coastal scenery, Plimmerton is a popular and sought after destination.

A 5 minute walk from Aspen Cottage will take you down to the beach front and Plimmerton Boating Club. From there it is a scenic 15-20 minute walk along the esplanade to the village shops.

Plimmerton train station is located in the village, allowing easy access to both Wellington city and the Kapiti Coast. Train or car to Wellington is approximately 25 minutes. The ferry terminal is 20 minutes drive.

Porirua city is a quick 10 minute drive or train ride with attractions such as Te Rauparaha Arena, Pataka Museum, Aquatic centre and North City shopping mall.
Special condition

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 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

Porirua

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Plimmerton, a neighbourhood in Porirua. The Cricket Museum and Pataka Museum of Arts and Culture are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Queensgate Shopping Centre and Clouston Park Shops. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Map
Plimmerton, Porirua

What's nearby

  • The Cricket Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Plimmerton Dog Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Plimmerton Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 23 min drive - 27.8 km
  • Te Papa - 27 min drive - 31.7 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Ngauranga Station - 20 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nish Café - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Beer Engine - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Ten-8 Coffee Shop - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Ruby's Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Aspen Cottage - Stylish Cottage with Sea Views located?

Located in Plimmerton, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of The Cricket Museum, Plimmerton Beach and Plimmerton Dog Park. Brendan Beach and Ascot Park Dog Exercise Area are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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. 158 out of 180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 180 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 180 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Alvaro W.

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

Lovely stay

Nice little place to spend the weekend, great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable little cottage with a cosy, beachy vibe.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Herman

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely view, private
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Virginia U.

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

Charming little place with extraordinary views from the windows.

Small but Charming place to stay. Hostess was friendly and helpful. A short walk to the beach and the village. Also a short train ride to Wellington. Beauty surrounds you.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna R.

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

Peaceful & Quiet

We enjoyed a lovely stay. The cottage is quiet, peaceful and has everything we needed for a home away from home. Very clean and well looked after :)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee Ann R.

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

Great confortable private place

What a great place. Small but had everything you needed. The view was wonderful wih a large comfortably furnished patio space. Unfortunatly we arrived very late and were only thyere for a day,wish we had more time to enjoy the place.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Cute cottage well laid out and awesome communication Thanks

10/10 Excellent

elena T.

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

Porirua wedding

Lovely stay, thanks for the warm welcome Julie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

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

Perfect spot

This place has everything you need, we stayed for a week. Fabulous view, warm, lovely owner. Highly recommend . Fish and chip shop down the road is fantastic, train station is about a 20 min walk to go into wellington. Hope to stay again some time
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

katrin Y.

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

A view to Ssa

We really enjoyed our stay. The space was perfect for a couple. It is very clean and comfortable and there is a great attention to detail. The sitting area outside has an amazing view and this is where we enjoyed our coffee every morning. Julie was a lovely host.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Fabulous little retreat. Beautifully decorated. With everything you need for a little break. Surrounded by breathtaking scenery and beautiful nature. A short stroll into town for a walk along the bay or east journey by train into Wellington. Excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob G.

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

Aspen Cottage

A pleasure to stay there. Parking on the street was no problem. We hope to return in the spring or summer. Thank you, Julie.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean rooms, beautiful views,friendly host, kitchen well equipped. Easier to back down to entrance as no turn around access. A reading light on each bedside table would be a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

simon P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very lovely cottage. Had all you needed for a relaxing time. Easy communication with host, thank you again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

lynda m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable one night stay and enjoyed the lovely clean, stylish cottage and its superb view. Julie is a friendly, relaxed, welcoming host and we look forward to staying again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The fantastic views
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ymmij R.

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

Beautiful bach and brilliant host

Communication from our host Julie was amazing and prompt. The bach was absolutely gorgeous and perfectly tidy. Super happy with our stay and look forward to coming back again!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

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

Pristine Plimmerton

Fabulous top class venue
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorelei H.

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

Beautiful wee retreat

Julie was a wonderful host who provided a gorgeous wee cottage to get away for the weekend. So clean, tidy and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay H.

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

Lovely gem of a place

Beautiful little Bach. Great location, peaceful with lovely outdoor space and fabulous views over Plimmerton bay. Super clean, very nicely decorated with everything you need for a few days away including a very comfy bed. Can’t recommend Aspen Cottage highly enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shann M.

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

Cute cottage

Lovely homely well presented small cottage. Relaxing outdoor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul L.

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

Beautiful hideaway

Very beautiful cottage -- very clean, quiet, comfortable, and nicely decorated. Julie is a very gracious host and offered great recommendations for restaurants in the area. I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason D.

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

Beautiful hideaway

A very lovelly little bach, tucked up in the hillside. Close to amenities but nice and quiet. We loved our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

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

Hideaway on the hill

Had a short, but comfortable stay at Aspen Cottage. Had all the amenities we needed for a short stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary D.

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

The Batch

Peaceful with serene views and comfortable accommodation Bach style. Easy walk down to the beach. Lovely Plimmerton close by!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Julie Smallbone

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What makes this property unique

Conveniently located to explore Wellington city - just 25 mins away

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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