[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Whole House Right Next to the Beach! 10 min Drive to the City Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun ![On the beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96820600/96820569/8c45409b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96820600/96820569/5ebba756.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Table tennis, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96820600/96820569/5595b8b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96820600/96820569/412d8908.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96830000/96820600/96820569/6eb05976.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Wake up to the soothing sounds of the ocean at this beachfront retreat. Enjoy an open-plan kitchen, unwind on the ocean-view balcony with a BBQ, or practice yoga in the study room with island views. With easy parking and nearby amenities like New World and coffee shops within walking distance, you'll feel right at home. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Whole House Right Next to the Beach! 10 min Drive to the City One month awesome holiday/temporary stay for a lovely couple or a stylish single in island! Right next to the beach on the esplanade. All fully furnished with a bit of character 😄 Only need to bring your own bedding and your clothes! \- open-plan kitchen \- ocean view balcony with a BBQ \- an ocean / Island view bedroom \- an ocean/ island view study room or yoga room or game room or whatever you want to call it \- bathroom on the ground floor so plenty of privacy \- easy on street parking \- a tūī feeder with tūī visitors every day ☺️☺️ But of course you will add the sugar water for that (I’ll show you how) \- Redrocks nearby; gorgeous walks and hikes all around \- New World, convenience stores, coffee, takeaways all within walking distance \- bus stop nearby, 10 min drive into the city Available from 2 Sep to 10 Oct. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Table tennis - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109560000/109554500/109554494/d9dfb5d3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy flat with sea views Island Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=109554494&PinnedHotelID=109554494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99540000/99536100/99536009/b2a9d53e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pacific Oceanfront home near airport with stunning views Houghton Bay - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=99536009&PinnedHotelID=99536009&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90130000/90121500/90121478/440e0f44.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cute, character bungalow only 10 Mins from CBD with outdoor bath Berhampore - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Microwave 8.6 Excellent 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=90121478&PinnedHotelID=90121478&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113090000/113089200/113089129/0da648a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious Wellington Family Oasis Island Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=113089129&PinnedHotelID=113089129&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108080000/108073100/108073034/3f4d7277.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious home with coastal views Island Bay - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=108073034&PinnedHotelID=108073034&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109730000/109720500/109720484/9b8d7050.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A rural retreat close to the city. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Located in Island Bay, a neighborhood in Wellington, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the beach. Greek-New Zealand Memorial and Elliott House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Wellington Zoo and Sir Edmund Hillary Alpine Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Newtown Park or Basin Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking. [Visit our Wellington travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington.dx6127327) [View more Vacation homes in Wellington](https://www.expedia.ca/Wellington-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6127327-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.34613%2C174.76944&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yP3ddP7oYJDZ78GDsTRbhR3Q1uE=) Wellington, Wellington ### What's nearby - Wellington Zoo - 6 min drive - 3.7 km - Wellington Central Business District - 9 min drive - 6.2 km - Courtenay Place - 9 min drive - 6.6 km - Te Papa - 10 min drive - 6.9 km - Cuba Street Mall - 10 min drive - 7.6 km ### Getting around - Wellington Station - 16 min drive - Wellington Intl. Airport (WLG) - 11 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Island Bay Bar - ‬16 min walk - ‪ATCO Coffee Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sprig & Fern Berhampore - ‬5 min drive - ‪Maranui Cafe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Beach House & Kiosk - ‬8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whole House Right Next to the Beach! 10 min Drive to the City pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Whole House Right Next to the Beach! 10 min Drive to the City located? > Nestled on the beach, this Island Bay vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Island Bay Beach and Red Rocks Reserve. Houghton Bay Beach and Princess Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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