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A Historic Wellington Escape

Vacation home near Cuba Street Mall in Wellington

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Outdoor dining
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo
Smart TV, books
Smart TV, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wellington, Wellington
  • Place, Wellington Central Business District
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Victoria University of Wellington
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cuba Street Mall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Wellington

Te Aro stay.At this Te Aro vacation home, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and Victoria University of Wellington. St. John's in the City and Bucket Fountain are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wellington Central Business District - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Victoria University of Wellington - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Cuba Street Mall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Courtenay Place - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Te Papa - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Wellington Station - 8 min drive
  • Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waitoa Victoria Street - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Rogue & Vagabond - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Floriditas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Midnight Espresso - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Little Penang - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A Historic Wellington Escape

Experience a hidden gem in the heart of Wellington!

Stay in this beautifully renovated 1800s heritage home, blending historic charm with modern comfort. Perfectly located for sightseeing or a relaxing escape, it’s ideal for families, couples, or small groups looking to explore Wellington with ease.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Single level property
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is A Historic Wellington Escape to the airport?

This vacation home is 4.6 mi (16-min drive) away from the Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at A Historic Wellington Escape?

As of Jul 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Historic Wellington Escape on Jul 13, 2026 start from CA $294, excluding 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.

Does A Historic Wellington Escape have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A Historic Wellington Escape to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.1 mi (6-min drive) from Oriental Bay Beach and 4.8 mi (15-min drive) from Island Bay Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A Historic Wellington Escape offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A Historic Wellington Escape?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at A Historic Wellington Escape?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A Historic Wellington Escape?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A Historic Wellington Escape have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A Historic Wellington Escape have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A Historic Wellington Escape to downtown Wellington?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Wellington.

A Historic Wellington Escape Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, well equipped and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, great access to downtown Wellington area. Flat was well equipped and very clean. Would recommend this accommodation!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location and very clean apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic. Clean, quiet, comfortable, beautifully decorated, centrally located. Wish we could’ve stayed longer
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kay C.

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

Lovely haven

Lovely property, close to city, well resourced, cosy in winter and beautiful in summer. Loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place. Clean and bright. Good walking location to the city without staying in the high rise areas. The carpark is a short walk away from the house which is the only small inconvenience but compared to other Wellington options it is a good situation.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025