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Jewel of Akatarawa

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury vacation home in Akatarawa

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About the area

Upper Hutt

Akatarawa stay.With a stay at this Akatarawa vacation home, you'll be within 12 miles (20 km) of Staglands Wildlife Reserve and 25 miles (40 km) of Interislander Ferry Terminal. Sky Stadium and Victoria University of Wellington are also within 25 miles (40 km).
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What's nearby

  • Hoggard Park - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Birchville Park - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Benge Hall Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Harcourt Park - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • California Park - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Stokes Valley Manor Park Station - 19 min drive
  • Paraparaumu (PPQ) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Glocal Bistro - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Traditional Thai Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Jewel of Akatarawa

4.5-star luxury vacation home in Akatarawa
This vacation home offers its guests hot springs. Public spaces have free WiFi. The luxury vacation home also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Free self parking is available.
  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Self-service laundry
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
Guest accommodations at this vacation home are accessible via exterior corridors and offer outdoor private hot tubs and fireplaces. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas and include desks. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. 40-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include washers/dryers and free minibar items. Housekeeping is provided on request.

There are hot springs open between 6:00 AM and midnight.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot spring
  • Hot springs open from 6:00 AM - midnight
  • Private outdoor hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Crib: NZD 60 per stay

Kitchen

  • Cleaning supplies
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mixer
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free stocked minibar

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • 3 private bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Heated floor
  • Separate dining area
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Free firewood
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Walkway to water
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

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.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free bottled water
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local maps

Location highlights

  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 60 per stay.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A damage deposit of NZD 500 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 60 per stay

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned.

We should mention

  • Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to midnight.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Jewel of Akatarawa Upper Hutt
Jewel of Akatarawa Private vacation home
Jewel of Akatarawa Private vacation home Upper Hutt

Jewel of Akatarawa Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is an amazing house in a private secluded location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

A true treasure

Truly amazing accommodation. You could just stay on the property and completely relax. Private, modern facilities, perfect rural surrounds yet still close to restaurants and takeaways. Lovely hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great stay! Two families stayed. Suits us as parents and teens. Very private! Fabulous architectural design Gains most sunshine 🌞
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020