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# Ariki Shire: A Wellington Fantasy

Apartment in Lower Hutt with kitchen

## Photo gallery for Ariki Shire: A Wellington Fantasy

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Ariki Shire: A Wellington Fantasy provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

8.0

Very good

### Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroom797 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning

£147

includes taxes & fees

8 Jan - 9 Jan

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Ariki Shire: A Wellington Fantasy

Welcome to your comfortable stay at 7 Ariki Street. This two-bedroom home offers modern conveniences, cozy interiors, and a private front yard for outdoor relaxation.  
  
Here at Stay with Williams, we provide free unlimited Wi-Fi, towels, bed linen, a welcome pack of starter amenities, and professional cleaning so the home is perfect for your arrival.  
  
🛏️ The Space  
  
• Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed  
  
• Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed  
  
• 1 bathroom with fresh towels and essentials  
  
• Full kitchen with oven, fridge, dishwasher, and cooking basics  
  
• Open-plan living and dining area  
  
• Smart TV and free Wi-Fi  
  
• Laundry with washer and dryer combo  
  
• Front yard for outdoor enjoyment  
  
• 1 off-street carpark  
  
🔑 Guest Access  
  
• Guests have exclusive access to the entire home, including the front yard and parking space.  
  
• We\`ll be providing door codes on the morning of your arrival.  
  
🚍 Transit Information  
  
• Train station – 5 minutes by car  
  
• Local bus stops within walking distance  
  
• Wellington CBD – 35 minutes by train / 40 minutes by car  
  
• Wellington Airport – 50 minutes by car  
  
🌄 Nearby Attractions  
  
🌳 Local Parks – Green spaces within walking distance for a quick stroll or picnic.  
  
🛍️ Queensgate Shopping Centre – 10 minutes by car for shopping, dining, and entertainment.  
  
☕ Cafés & Restaurants – Options nearby for coffee, brunch, or dinner.  
  
🏞️ Hutt River Trail – Short drive away, perfect for walking, cycling, or jogging.  
  
🎭 Walter Nash Centre – 5 minutes away for sports and community activities.  
  
This home is perfect for small groups or families looking for a mix of comfort, convenience, and local charm. We look forward to hosting you!

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the apartment: WiFi

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer

### Living spaces

- Dining table

### Entertainment

- TV

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Unit size: 797 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### 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 

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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

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 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 

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 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### Property is also known as

361786

## About the area

![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-41.20243%2C174.92151&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=v58_S9JoVE-Y1ZKZ4qalmKLAz_0=)

Lower Hutt, Wellington

#### What's nearby

- Queensgate Shopping Centre \- 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles
- Wellington City Walkways \- 3 min drive \- 1.8 miles
- Hutt City i-SITE Visitor Centre \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles
- Dowse Art Museum \- 3 min drive \- 1.4 miles
- Belmont Regional Park \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles

#### Getting around

- Lower Hutt Epuni Station - 17 min walk
- Wellington (WLG-Wellington Intl.) - 34 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
- ‪Popeyes Chicken - ‬19 min walk
- ‪Burgerfuel Lower Hutt - ‬12 min walk
- ‪Chilli Masala - ‬13 min walk
- ‪KFC - ‬11 min walk

## Frequently asked questions

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## Ariki Shire: A Wellington Fantasy Reviews

## Reviews

### Very good

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8 - Good

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4 - Poor

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 8.0

Location

## Reviews

### 8/10 Good

#### Leone T.

25 Aug 2025

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

Property was great

##### Leone T.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

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