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WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD

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Escape to this enchanting estate in Lower Hutt, just 15 minutes from Wellington CBD. Discover the grandeur of its Tudor-style main house with four spacious bedrooms, multiple living areas and an entertainer's dream kitchen. The property also features a games room, wine cellar and beautiful leadlight windows. Explore the lush plantings that have been celebrated for almost a century or unwind by the outdoor fireplace.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
The current price is AU$855
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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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.

WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD

Be the lord or lady of this remarkable estate, one of the best-known properties in Lower Hutt. It is very private yet only 15 minutes away from Wellington CBD.

Your grand tour of this magnificent spot begins at the grand gates and takes you one km up a paved scenic driveway, passing 2 sparkling waterfalls on the way. The main house has been greatly enlarged and upgraded. Tudor-style, it features four generous bedrooms, including an upper-level master suite, many living & lounge areas, both formal and informal. There are also another two out-bedrooms. At every step, this home exudes quality: carara ceilings, jarra/matai floors, timber wall panels, inbuilt seating and lovely leadlight windows. The four bathrooms are situated internally, along with a games room with its own bar. The wine cellar & the huge farm-style kitchen is an entertainer’s dream. Well-insulated, the house is warm & comfortable.

In addition, the plantings on this property have been celebrated for almost a century. Tree ferns, cabbage trees, rhododendrons, avocados, walnuts & nikau palms are all well-established. Birdlife abounds, with tuis, fantails, wax-eyes & kingfishers, while monarch butterflies flutter by. The outdoor entertaining area is welcoming with a fireplace & a built-in barbecue in your own private piece of paradise.

***Please note that it is a minimum of two night stay on weekends.
***We DO NOT allow pets at our property.
*** For special events such as weddings, birthdays, corporate retreats, family celebrations, different rates apply and the cleaning charge is $200. There’s also a bond for events.
***The advertised price is for accommodation only and it’s for 10 people and seven beds. Any additional person incurs a fee of $50 each per night.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Hiking/biking trails 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please check with us first

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Charges may apply. Please inquire within

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Charges may apply. Please inquire within
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Woodroyd Estate Holiday Sanctuary 15 Mins From CBD Lower Hutt

About the area

Kelson, a neighbourhood in Lower Hutt, is home to this holiday home. Te Papa and Dowse Art Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Interislander Ferry Terminal and Trentham Camp Golf Course. Wellington Cenotaph and Museum of Wellington City and Sea are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Lower Hutt City, Lower Hutt

What's nearby

  • Petone Foreshore - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
  • Interislander Ferry Terminal - 13 min drive - 17.6 km
  • Sky Stadium - 14 min drive - 18.6 km
  • Wellington Central Business District - 15 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Te Papa - 17 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Lower Hutt Melling Station - 4 min drive
  • Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Chicken - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Town & Country Food - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Glasshouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Blue Seafoods - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD?

As of 3 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD on 21 Sept 2025 start from AU$855.4, including 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.

What time is check-in at WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD located?

Located in Kelson, this holiday home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Belmont Regional Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Wellington City Walkways and Queensgate Shopping Centre. Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre and Dowse Art Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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WOODROYD ESTATE Holiday sanctuary 15 mins from CBD Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 57 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Serene getaway

Beautiful home surrounded by nature. Great communication with host. Although it seems isolated, there are neighbors within close proximity therefore must keep music to a minimal. Otherwise great for a quiet getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilie P.

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

thank you!

Great place for our staff trip, the place was great and we all enjoyed the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

indah m.

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

Amazing house

For a big family reunion this house is perfect! Really cool house and its beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Hawaiki Kura HakaFusion Group

Amazing property and facilities. We are a dance crew and the garage was perfect for practice. Beautiful estate and views, would definitely recommend and stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aroha T., New Zealand

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

Golf Getaway

Very impressive property, huge bedrooms, great location for what we needed. Recommend highly, only downside is 2 bathrooms for 14 people, 1 being an ensuite. But we made it work no problem!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl W.

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

50th Murder Mystery Birthday

Great stay, its an historic property and served its purpose bringing my whanau together and we made memories. The hosts are very good to talk to. That driveway was scenic lol. Thank you for trusting us with such a beautiful home. No moans and groans from us. We heated the house up there were plenty of heaters and plenty of room to chill. Awesome time!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

suzanne r.

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

Gorgeous night views over Lower Hutt lights

gardens and surrounding grounds wonderful, vintage style house fabulous. But no instructions for spa bath, plenty of videos but no instructions on how to use them, no tea towels. Small things amiss, still very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Hannah M.

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

Amazing Property!!!!

Would love to come back for another stay! We had a great time, the property was awesome and weather was good so we made use of all the outdoor space. The house was clean and tidy and just what we were after. Great space, great beds and definitely a great view. Although there were no flannels or cloths and pepper for our eggs 😆 we made do and all had a fab time.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Communication

good

good
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Geoff R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Great time

We had a great time and loved the house experience. It was an adventure living in an older house. Loved exploring the outdoors. Loved the outdoor areas. Just something that could be improved on we could have done with an extra bath mat and we were only given 10 towels for a booking of 11 people. All round we loved our time at the house.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023

4/10 Poor

JEREMY

The negatives: Communication with host was not efficient - we had to wait for a while for pin to get key to access property and we were unaware of some of the rules attached to the property like having family over to enjoy a meal. (Which the host allowed us to after a lengthy convo) Although there was a cleaning fee all rubbish needed taken off property by us. The musty smell when we entered was met alongside unclean areas inside like spiderwebs and moths along the window sills. Suggest you bring pillows unless you like thin musty ones. The property was surrounded by chicken and rooster feathers and poo making it unsuitable for small children to run around. It was our last resort at such short notice but we wouldnt stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Leslie S.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

For that price, I was expecting better

When I arrived, I did not received the check-in details (I assumed it was the website, as the message showed up 1 day later), the owners were nice (even they were annoyed) and guided me to be able to check-in. The place is large and beautiful. Cleanliness: There were spider webs in the stairs, under the beds was very dirty ( I always check before leaving in case I dropped anything) and I had to clean most dishes and glasses (the dishwasher doesn't work, it run, but doesn't clean) Amenities: There is not much in the kitchen to cook with, the kettle doesn't work either but the barbecue were a pleasure to use. Service: In the morning we found out there were no hot water, so I contacted the owners and around midday there were some so I told them to not worry about it. My friends and I decided to enjoy a naked sun bath in the garden (there is no neighbors which is awesome!) and someone showed up! He said he was the owner, when at the phone I was talking to a woman, so clearly that man could be anyone! Nobody told me that someone would showed up to check the hot water cylinder! Just a great surprise to be naked in front of strangers... Then the plumber arrived and they stayed for at least 3hours! Taking their time, cutting the grass and having dinner on the parking. ( I booked that accommodation to get some privacy, not to share my time with the owners) When they were well aware about that problem and could have fix it before our arrival as there were no guests on the day before (that is why we were in theory able to check in earlier but because of the check-in problem we couldn't). During that time the owner had a look around as well (violation of privacy?) I received then a message from the other owner telling me that I better look at the house rules and leave the place impeccable if I don't want a surcharge as I moved some furniture (I moved 1 headboard that wasn't attached to the bed). I have been a host since 4 years and renting other places that I ALWAYS left in perfect conditions, therefore I felt highly insulted by that comment. On the check-out date, my friend told me a car parked on the property in the morning (again, could be anyone) and said he was the owner (different from the 2 others I interacted with), so not too sure what he was doing there that early, checking what we were doing maybe? Overall, I didn't feel comfortable at all and found the owners difficult and intrusive. I will not book again and cannot recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

daniel n.

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

Pleasant stay, byo soap and shampoo

The house is huge and beautiful if not old and a bit musky. Plenty of space and accommodated us easily. Communication with manager was slow. For a place that can house so many, there are not enough wheelie bins and you need to byo soap and shampoo.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kat W.

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

Best memories ever ❤️

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jaime H.

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

Gorgeous spot in a great location

Had a lovely weekend away with friends before moving overseas. Loved the space, and having opportunities to bring everyone together while also having lots of spaces for different activities and socialising needs
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rodger A.

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

Mansion stay away

Really thoroughly enjoyed it.. The host was awesome to communicate with, and the property was all that i thought it would be..clean, beautiful house, really do recommend this property to stay at..thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison G.

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

Fabulous retreat close to Lower Hutt and Wellington

We loved the lodge style accommodation. Eight friends but equally suited to couples. Quirky, expansive, great areas to l8ve and relax on all levels. Cold snap I in the weather caught us the first night but we sorted extra blankets and marvelled at a few snow flakes. Friendly resident chicken and rooster. We lived it.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Darryl C.

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

A+

Thanks for having us all, it was a great stay for our team. Cheers A+
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Sue-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Absolutely loved out weekend away and what an amazing venue. We will definitely be back again. Our only complaint was that the dishwasher wasn't working. The lights in the house kept doing some strange things too like dimming, flickering or turning on and off but it just gave the Manor a haunted feel which made the weekend even more enjoyable. Hopefully this things are sorted by the time we book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Madison A.

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

Great space!

A lovely way to celebrate my birthday with a few friends! Unfortunately the rain meant that we were unable to enjoy the lovely grounds but luckily there is enough space indoors to accommodate a larger group 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

6/10 Okay

Melody C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

It's spacious but something needed to be done

It's a beautiful and spacious house, most of my family members liked it. However, there was something that needed to be fixed. 1. The wifi is not covering the whole house. 2. Only 2 showers were not enough for 10 people. 3. The first floor and the living room were not cleaned thoroughly and had a bad smell.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

4/10 Poor

Kyle W.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful property but very poorly managed.

While the property itself is excellent, there were many issues including inaccuracies in the original listing. The house had power faults due to poor maintenance, was dirty and poorly equipped. Communication with the person responsible was frustrating and unhelpful. I wish I could recommend this beautiful location but the experience was severely compromised by mismanagement.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bud B.

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

Stay experience

What a lovely home. Historically pleasing. We loved our stay and would highly recommend this stay. Many thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

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