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A Historic Wellington Escape

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Close to Cuba Street Mall, A Historic Wellington Escape provides amenities, such as a playground and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

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About this property

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Te Aro, a neighbourhood in Wellington, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Zealandia and Red Rocks Reserve, while Wellington Town Hall and Michael Fowler Centre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Hnry Stadium or TSB Bank Arena. Visit our Wellington travel guide
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Wellington, Wellington

What's nearby

  • A red Wellington Cable Car traveling over a bridge with a cityscape in the background.
    Wellington Central Business District
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A historic building with a central dome, large windows, and a flagpole.
    Victoria University of Wellington
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A sign with the word "CUBA" in large red letters.
    Cuba Street Mall
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A bar with various bottles and decorations.
    Courtenay Place
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • A modern building with a large illuminated sign and a prominent lion statue.
    Te Papa
    14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

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

Frequently asked questions

Is A Historic Wellington Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Historic Wellington Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Historic Wellington Escape located?

Located in Te Aro, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wellington Central Business District and Cuba Street Mall. Victoria University of Wellington and St. John's in the City are also within 10 minutes. Wellington Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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A Historic Wellington Escape Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

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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
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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
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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
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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

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