Magnificent Parkside Retreat

Live in style at this fabulous 6 bedroom villa with uninterrupted views overlooking Grey Lynn Park. With large bedrooms, spacious indoor living, wrap around deck with sunny outdoor dining & lounge seating, this is the perfect spot for groups or families wishing to base themselves near the CBD. Perfectly located, Grey Lynn Village is a 9min walk, and Ponsonby Rd shops & eateries are a 15 min walk.

This park-side home is split over two levels. On the entrance level is the main living floor, with open plan kitchen, dining and lounge, each space with multiple bi-fold doors creating the ultimate indoor / outdoor flow and maximising the incredible views over the park. On this level there is also a trendy Guest WC (with striking wallpaper), and two bedrooms. The Master Suite has king-size bed, study nook, walk in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom has twin single beds.

Downstairs are three further queen bedrooms, main bathroom (with bathtub), laundry room with washing machine and dryer, and internal access into the garage. Exit through the doors leading out to the backyard and there is a further self-contained unit with queen bed, kitchenette and ensuite.

The main living space is heated / cooled with the heat pump, and each bedroom has it's own plug in heater.

Parking is available on the driveway (for 2 cars) and there is a further space within the garage.

Please note this property backs onto Grey Lynn Park, which is very peaceful most of the time, however there are often sports events and training held here which can result in noise from time to time.

Grey Lynn is a quiet leafy suburb within Central Auckland. Known for its historic villas, and streets lined with Pohutukawa trees, it is a truly beautiful part of Auckland. With Ponsonby Road within walking distance there are limitless fine eateries, bars and shops available to guests, as well as a vibrant night scene. Grey Lynn Village is even closer to the property, with a smaller high street including a wholefood supermarket, quiet local bar (Gypsy Tearoom) cafes and shops - including New Zealand best baby clothing store - Naturebaby.

There are plenty of bus routes from The Great North Road (10 minute walk), the CBD is a 10 minute drive or 30 minute bus ride. Ponsonby Road is a 15 minute walk, and Grey Lynn Village is 10 minute walk. The airport is 20 minute drive.

Pets with prior approval

PET POLICY:
$20 per night per pet (negotiable for longer terms stays or multiple pets)
$500 Bond per pet which is refundable following inspection after check out.
$100 cleaning fee per pet
Poo to be picked up and bagged up before going into the rubbish bin
Pets not allowed on furniture
Pets to be kept under control and not disturb Neighbours
Pets not to be left alone at home for extended periods (more than 3hrs)
Guests are liable for all/any damages by the pet including but not limited to scratching the doors/walls, urinating or pooing inside, staining carpets or rugs or furniture, leaving a doggy smell in the house, chewing furniture, digging holes in the garden or other things that dogs can do to damage property.


Longer-term rates by negotiation - please enquire. Book direct with Furnished Rentals and SAVE!
Furnished Rentals Booking Conditions
THE PARTIES. This Short-Term Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) made on April 1st, 2021 between the following:

The guest

The host

THE PREMISES. The Host agrees to lease the described property below to the Guest, and the Guest agrees to rent from the Host:

Property Address: property that is booked by guest

Hereinafter known as the “Premises.”

LEASE TERM. The Guest shall be allowed to occupy the Premises starting check in date from the check in time and ending check out date at the checkout time (“Lease Term”).

PAYMENT TERMS (Direct bookings)

30% deposit to confirm the booking, balance due 30 days prior to arrival.

Once we accept your booking a deposit must be paid AND received by us in order to secure the booking. Your booking will be confirmed upon receipt by us of the deposit. Failure to pay the deposit in time may result in your booking being cancelled and the property being made available to others. Should we cancel a booking of yours due to non or late payment of a deposit then any deposit received by us from you will be refunded in full.

CANCELLATION

The guest is responsible for undertaking due diligence on the property to ensure it is suitable for their (the guests) needs, expectations and fit for purpose. Properties are advertised as accurately as possible to represent the property. All accommodation is provided using reasonable care and skill to be fit for purpose. The property manager (Furnished Rentals) will answer any questions about the property prior to the booking being made. Change of mind or request to cancel due to not liking the property are subject to the cancellation terms.

CANCELLATION TERMS (Direct bookings)

All pre-payments are non-refundable. If you need to cancel, please advise Furnished Rentals as soon as possible and we will delete your booking from the bookings calendar. If new bookings are taken for your cancelled dates, you will be refunded any nights that are re-booked less a $150 admin fee. If you cancel within 30 days of your booking commencing or your stay has already commenced, the 30% deposit is non-refundable for any rebooked nights.

We strongly advise that guests take out appropriate insurance cover should events arise that require cancellation. We will help guests in providing documentation to suport any insurance claim.

QUIET HOURS. Quiet hours begin at 10:00 PM each night and continue until sunrise. Quiet hours consist of no music and keeping all audio at a minimum level out of respect for the surrounding residents.

OCCUPANTS. The total number of individuals staying on the Premises during the Lease Term shall be a total number booked guests.

If more than the authorized number of boked guests are found on the Premises, this Agreement will be subject to termination by the Host and instant eviction of the guests with no refund.

BOOKING FEES. The Guest shall pay the Host the amount as detailed during the booking process.

UTILITIES. The Host shall be responsible for all utilities and services to the Premises EXCEPT for the following:

Any excessive power and/or water usage

This means reasonable usage that is beyond the normal usage of the number of people residing in the property.

BOND (also referred to as the Refundable Damage Deposit and/or Security Deposit). The Guest shall be obligated to pay the following amounts upon the execution of this Agreement:

Bond amount as detailed in the booking process. The Bond is for the faithful performance of the Guest under the terms and conditions of this Agreement. The Guest must pay the Bond at the execution of this Agreement. The Bond shall be returned to the Guest after the end of the Lease Term less any itemized deductions. This Bond shall not be credited towards any Rent unless the Host gives their written consent.

Any breakages or damages to be covered by the guest. Guests are liable to pay the home insurance excess for any damages that require an insurance claim. If damages don’t equate to the amount of the excess, damage costs will be deducted from the bond.

PETS WITH PRIOR APPROVAL, CONDITIONS APPLY

Pet Policy

$20 per night per pet (negotiable for longer stays or multiple pets)

$500 Bond per pet which is refundable following inspection after check out.

Additional $100 cleaning fee per pet (negotiable for longer stays or multiple pets)

All poos to be cleaned up from garden

Poo to be bagged up before going into the rubbish bin

Pets not allowed on furniture

Pets to be kept under control and not disturb neighbours.

Pets are not to be left at home alone for long periods.

Guests are liable for any and all any damages by the pet including but not limited to will not scratch the doors/walls, urinating of pooing inside, staining carpets or rugs or furniture, leaving a doggy smell in the house, chewing furniture, digging holes in the garden or other things that dogs can do to damage property.

LONG TERM STAY POLICY (STAYS LONGER THAN 60 NIGHTS - direct bookings only)

30% Deposit to confirm your booking (non refundable).

Balance due in monthly instalments in advance

Balance of the bond, cleaning and linen to be paid in the first monthly instalment

Long term exit cleaning fee applies – custom quoted for each booking

Mid stay cleaning may be required - custom quoted for each booking

Bond payable – custom quoted for each booking

1 months written notice (payment of the notice period required).

Cancellation fee of $150 to cover admin costs.

Any re-booked nights outside the notice period are eligible for a refund of the 30% deposit.

FURNITURE. All furniture must be returned to its original position, otherwise costs will apply and be deducted from the bond.

CLEANING: Guests to leave the house in a clean and tidy condition. If the house is not left in a reasonable clean and tidy condition and additional cleaning is required, these additional costs will be deducted from the bond. Instructions for how to leave the house will be sent 1 day prior to check out.

KEYS AND REMOTES: If there is a lockbox at the property, the guest must leave the keys in the lockbox on check out. If this is not done, a locksmith will be called at the guests expense. If the guest locks the keys inside during their stay, a locksmith will be called at the guests expense. If any remotes (door/garage etc) are lost, a $150 replacement fee applies.

SMOKING POLICY. Smoking on the Premises is prohibited.

SUBLETTING. The guest does not have the right to sublet the Premises.

INSPECTION. The Host has the right to inspect the Premises with 1 hour prior notice. Should the Guest violate any of the terms of this Agreement, the rental period shall be terminated and guests evicted immediately.