Summary: Escape in style in this renovated heritage villa in the heart of Auckland's thriving Ponsonby neighbourhood. Nestled on a quiet street, sit back and relax in a warm and light-drenched home featuring contemporary furnishings, modern appliances, New Zealand artwork and a covered front porch that captures the late afternoon sun.
Equipped with all the comforts of home with a touch of luxuy including heated towel rack, pillow top mattresses, high-speed Fibre Optic WiFi, Smart TV, split-system aircon units, washing machine, dryer + dishwasher.
Perfect for families and small groups alike.
The apartment is spread across the first level of the villa. The front door opens into a spacious living room, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a movie. The newly installed kitchenette has a microwave/convection oven, 2-burner cooker, electric frying pan, saucepans, fry pan, kettle, fridge, toaster, George Forman grill and dishwasher. There are three large and comfortable bedrooms - two with king sized beds, the other with twin king singles. A large combined bathroom / laundry with corner shower and double vanity complete the home. We also have a portable cot with organic cotton sheets and pure wool duvet and blanket, perfect for your little one!
Guests will have access to the entire apartment during their stay.
Our guest team will be available by phone, texts, email and Airbnb message for any questions!
The villa is in the perfect location close to Auckland city and just minutes from the lovely Western Park and the best cafés, restaurants, bars, shopping and art galleries that Auckland has to offer It's a good walk or short Uber ride into the city centre, with convenient acess to motorways as well as the harbour.
There are plenty of buses within a couple of minutes' walk from the house. An Uber into the city normally costs around $6-8.
- Please note that there is not a full-size stove/oven (there is microwave/convection oven and a 2-burner cooker).
- The TV is internet-access only (Netflix, Lightbox, on-demand etc)
- Smokers are welcome outside just not inside the villa - there is a cigarette disposal unit provided on the deck.
We do provide some basic breakfast food supplies to get you started. There is a Nespresso machine if you’d like to bring your favorite capsules.
The Space: The apartment is spread across the first level of the villa. The front door opens into a spacious living room, perfect for relaxing or enjoying a movie. The newly installed kitchenette has a microwave/convection oven, 2-burner cooker, electric frying pan, saucepans, fry pan, kettle, fridge, toaster, George Forman grill and dishwasher. There are three large and comfortable bedrooms - two with king sized beds, the other with twin king singles. A large combined bathroom / laundry with corner shower and double vanity complete the home. We also have a portable cot with organic cotton sheets and pure wool duvet and blanket, perfect for your little one!
Guest Access: Guests will have access to the entire apartment during their stay.
The Neighborhood: The villa is in the perfect location close to Auckland city and just minutes from the lovely Western Park and the best cafés, restaurants, bars, shopping and art galleries that Auckland has to offer It's a good walk or short Uber ride into the city centre, with convenient acess to motorways as well as the harbour.
Getting Around: There are plenty of buses within a couple of minutes' walk from the house. An Uber into the city normally costs around $6-8.
Other Things to Note: We kindly request that you read the house rules prior to booking and respect them during your stay. Parties or events of any kind will not be tolerated. Violation of this rule will result in eviction from the property and charges for any damages or additional cleaning required. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
City Tax may applicable for this property. This tax is not included in the booking price and will be collected directly from you Before arrival. The amount is calculated per person, per night, and could vary according to local regulations. We kindly ask you to prepare for this payment during check-in. Thank you for your understanding.
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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 first aid kit
About the area
Auckland
Freemans Bay, a neighbourhood in Auckland, is home to this apartment. Queens Wharf and Auckland Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mount Eden. Check out an event or a game at Eden Park, and consider making time for Auckland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
Queen Street Shopping District - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Sky Tower - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
SkyCity Casino - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Getting around
Auckland Baldwin Avenue Station - 6 min drive
Daldy Street Tram Stop - 17 min walk
Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
The Broken Lantern - 5 min walk
Chapel Bar & Bistro - 3 min walk
Le Vietnamese Kitchen - 4 min walk
Chop Chop Noodle House - 5 min walk
Ponsonby Social Club - 4 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd?
As of 14 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd on 25 Oct 2026 start from AU$343, 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 Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Light-filled Renovated Villa, Walk to Ponsonby Rd located?
Located in Freemans Bay, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Ponsonby Road, Queen Street Shopping District and Sky Tower. Eden Park and Spark Arena are also within 3 miles (5 km). Daldy Street Tram Stop is 17 minutes by foot and Gaunt Street Tram Stop is 19 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Hi Kelly, thank you for your review in regards to your recent stay. We at Houst are pleased that you had a lovely time and enjoyed one of our many properties. We hope to host you again soon.
Clean house with lovely big and comfortable bedrooms. Host was very quick to reply when contacted with queries and sent a message checking how we were after the big Auckland flood. During the flooding we reported a leak from the old fireplace in the bathroom- nothing done about it but so much major damage in Auckland from floods that this leak would have low priority. Kitchen only fits 1 person . Not evident from photos . It suited us however as lovely range of food options close by. Great place to stay.
Cathy T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2023
Hi Cathy,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a positive review of the clean and comfortable house you stayed in.
It's good to know that the location was convenient with a range of food options nearby, and that you had a great stay overall. Thank you again for your review, and I hope you will consider staying at this house again in the future.
I'm sorry to hear about the leak from the old fireplace in the bathroom that was not addressed during your stay. It's understandable that with the significant damage caused by the flooding, some issues may have had to take lower priority. However, I hope this did not significantly impact your overall experience at the house.
The house is a nice heritage property in a lovely part of Auckland. Having the Ponsonby Road so close is really good and the leafy back streets are lovely. The kitchen's a bit small, so not a place to imagine extravagant home cooked meals but the bedrooms are all spacious and comfortable. This property is hosted by a management company called Houst - which makes the interactions with the host a bit clunky. We had to change plans because of Cyclone Gabrielle and they were slow to respond - but it all worked out well in the end and Cyclones are not a day to day problem.
David Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
Hi David, thank you for your review in regards to your recent stay. We at Houst are pleased that you had a lovely time and enjoyed one of our many properties. We hope to host you again soon.
The location and bedrooms were great and we really enjoyed our stay. However…The kitchen was too small for 4 people and no instructions on how to make the hot plate work which made the facilities very limited . Also listing says there are basic breakfast supplies - there was absolutely nothing in the way of food and no black tea bags or coffee plunger . Found that disappointing as it is an easy standard thing to supply
Sue R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2023
Hi Sue, thank you for your response in regards to your recent stay. We will take into account your review and make changes to this property in the future. We hope to host you again soon.
No issues.
Great location. Central with easy access to motorways and other amenities.
Fuse blew? Timer on electricity? Couldn’t find board... dishwasher, WiFi, etc no longer worked.