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Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy

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Outdoor dining
Private kitchen
Room
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 355 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Lower Hutt, Wellington Region
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Te Papa
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • The Weta Cave
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy

LOCATION.
Days Bay, arguably the best swimming and fun beach in Wellington. Wharf jumping and swimming to the raft are Days Bay specialties in summer!

ACCOMMODATION
Your Accommodation is a 1 Bedroom Apartment, purpose built. It is warm with double glazing and good heating, also has a good shower.

You will be self contained, have your own entrance and own outdoor area. Location is no more than a couple of minutes walk to the beach, cafes, tennis, bus, ferry, Gallery and bush walks. We are upstairs - Come up and see us or be totally private - it is your choice.

Ideally 2 persons, up to a maximum 3 persons.

FURRY FRIENDS
If you are wanting to bring your furry friend, please contact us to make sure the property is suitable. There is an additional cost for pets.

AMENITIES in the apartment
In the bedroom, you have a King size bed and a single bed.

The main area is an open plan combined kitchen/lounge - with a SmartTV (bring your Netflix or Lightbox login details), couches, dining suite etc.

The bathroom - a toilet, shower and basin.

Equipped for self-catering, included are a few basics (tea coffee, sugar, salt pepper).

Linen included. Washing Machine located just outside back door.

Wireless internet is available.

AMENITIES outside the Apartment
The garden/outdoor living area landscaped, there is a table and BBQ
Off street parking.

LOCATION
Days Bay is a nice quiet beachfront neighborhood surrounded by bush. The apartment is located about 100m back from the beach. Within a 2 minutes walk of the property, you can experience the Days Bay swimming beach, Days Bay Pizzeria, Days Bay Pavilion Cafe, Days Bay Cafe, Sea Salt Restaurant (amazing views to Wellington), a lovely gift shop and gallery, bus stop, Williams Park and bush walks galore. The East by West Ferry takes commuters to/from Days Bay and Wellington throughout the day and also stops at historic Matiu/Somes Island.

Within 5 minutes drive or 20 minutes walk along the beach front is the Eastbourne Village. Here you will find the supermarket, pharmacy, deli, post shop, gift shops, Fish and Chips, Indian Takeaway, Liquor shop, Library, cafes, playground, outdoor swimming pool, school and the pub.

GETTING HERE
Wellington is a 30 minute drive, the airport about 40 minutes – depending on traffic. If you are flying in, it is sensible to catch an Uber or the Airport Shuttle – delivers to the door (cheaper than a taxi).

If you are coming off the InterIslander Ferry, have a look out the right window as you sail into the harbour and you will see Eastbourne Village and the Bays. I will be a lovely 20 minute drive around the harbour from the ferry terminal.

LONGER STAY?
If you are looking for something for a longer term than a month, then let me know.

Property manager

Becky Grenfell
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets must not be left home alone at any time.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Bringing a Dog? No dogs on the furniture. Dogs must not be left alone at any time. All damage and mess must be remediated by the pets owner.
Absolutely no parties as we value our neighbours :

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; 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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lower Hutt

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Days Bay, a neighbourhood in Lower Hutt. Te Papa and Dowse Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Katherine Mansfield Birthplace and Parliament House. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sky Stadium or TSB Bank Arena. 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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Lower Hutt, Wellington Region

What's nearby

  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 21 min drive - 20.1 km
  • Sky Stadium - 22 min drive - 20.5 km
  • TSB Bank Arena - 22 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Te Papa - 23 min drive - 21.9 km
  • The Weta Cave - 30 min drive - 29.1 km

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Woburn Station - 14 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Daily Bread Bakery - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Soprano Italian Caffe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪IP Man - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pencarrow Coastal Trail - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Days Bay Apartment - Beach, bush and privacy located?

Located in Days Bay, this apartment building is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from East Harbour Regional Park and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Eastbourne Beach. Petone Foreshore and Dowse Art Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 48 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
NZ short and sweet
Enjoyed a few days in the area visiting friends and family , using Days Bay as a base and heading off to walk the Tongariro crossing further north. It worked out perfectly for what we needed. Perfectly located, making it very easy to visit the city too. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Dianna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
The apartment is great. It has space, good kitchen amenites and a very comfortable bed
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Nice Property close to the beach.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jane n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Excellent communication and stunning location
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Convenient and Spacious near park and beach
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Days Bay apartment. We particularly enjoyed being able to have our little dog with us. It was a great spot for walking by the beach, jetty and park. The cafe and pizzeria in the park had great food with lots of space inside and out. The apartment was spacious, comfortable and clean. There was also a pleasant outdoor area which would great in summer. It was also private with secure parking. Becky was an excellent host, very accommodating and quick to answer any queries we had. I'd highly recommend the apartment to other guests
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

jane n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wandering the bays and trails
Excellent accomodation , communication and location . Highly recommend.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jude M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Days bay
I found the Host, very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic impromptu getaway
Absolutely brilliant stay. The property suited my needs and was exactly as shown in the listing. Lovely spot. Very easy booking/check in process. Will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Apartment in Days Bay
Beautiful location. Neat and tidy apartment and pet friendly! My 13 year old might have been a bit heavy for the top bunk bed and would probably suggest it for smaller children, instead. Loved our stay overall and highly recommendable.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great stay except for noise from those above us. Obviously wooden flooring, we could hear every step and even phone conversation at one stage. Very hard bed.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Great place, in a real neat location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay in the bay
We have stayed before in the smaller studio so decided to try the apartment this time. Both very good. But apartment better as it gets the sun and can park off the road
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nickie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic place to stay
Perfect for a small family had everything you needed to stay like home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot in Eastbourne, can walk to the wharf to catch the boat to Wellington.
Great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B., Shefford, canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meilleur emplacement possible!
Nous avons encore une fois bien apprécié notre séjour à Days Bay , dans l’appartement de Becky. Excellent emplacement pour marcher, aller à la plage, ou aller au centre-ville de Wellington via le Day’s Bay ferry. L’appartement est simple, commode pour deux personnes, avec tout ce qui est nécessaire pour un couple en vacances.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin B., Taihape

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Very short walk to a cafe, restaurant and the ferry. Quiet location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Zoe C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 night family stay
Property was perfect and in a great location. Owners were very accommodating in allowing us to park a trailer inside gates. Thanks we had a great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bach break
This bach was just perfect. We were selling our house and had to pack everything to go overseas. It was lovely to come back here after exhausting days. The proximity to the waterfront was brilliant and the eateries just lovely. Perfect spot for a wonderful, restful break!

8/10 Good

Pete K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Scenic
Really good with great communication with owner. Friendly and collaborative...
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda B., Waitara

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great
Awsome lovely place and Days Bay thank you we really enjoyed our time there
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Lorraine T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good sized accommodation and comfortable. In a good area.
Good location and having our pet with us was great. Could have been cleaner and supplies checked.

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
We had an amazing time. Great property and great host. Such a peaceful setting.

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good spot
was a lovely getaway spot
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hostess and bach!
All good! Very comfortable, warm and relaxing, close to all their local cafe's and beach 😀
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Cathleen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Very comfortable, lovely quiet location. Plenty to do. Host very helpfull
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Becky Grenfell

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We have lived in Days Bay for 30+ years. We have 3 grown up children whom have almost all left home. We have traveled, particularly in Asia and lived in Singapore for 4 years. We particularly enjoy the bush and village life that is Eastbourne, but with the added advantage of being near Wellington City where we can get our cultural, shopping and sporting fix :-)

We look forward to meeting you and hope you enjoy your travels as much as we enjoy hosting.

Why they chose this property

We love our location and the amenities at our doorstep, it is a different pace of life from being in the city.

What makes this property unique

The beach and the bush less that 5 minutes walk. Sunset beach walks, bush picnics, explore the lighthouse.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests