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Jewel of Akatarawa

4.5 star property

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Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds
Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bathroomsSleeps 64090 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
1059 Akatarawa Rd, Upper Hutt, Wellington, 5372
  • Trentham Racecourse
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Staglands Wildlife Reserve
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

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Luxury House, 3 Bedrooms

  • 4090 sq ft
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 6

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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 vacation home in Akatarawa
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free vacation home has a garden and barbecue grills. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a picnic area. The vacation home boasts an outdoor private hot tub and a fireplace, while also featuring comforts like a pillowtop bed and Egyptian cotton sheets. Guests can enjoy a heated floor, and other amenities include a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Housekeeping is available on request.
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
There are hot springs open between 6:00 AM and midnight.
This vacation home features hot springs. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

This vacation home is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

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

  • 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)
  • Smoke-free property

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 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 is professionally cleaned

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Hot springs access available from 6:00 AM to midnight

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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