Title: Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=48595032&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. Family-friendly holiday home in Paraparaumu with a hot tub ## Photo gallery for Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. ![Outdoor spa tub - Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. (Paraparaumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48600000/48595100/48595032/w1082h1068x0y0-6c2e6c80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. (Paraparaumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48600000/48595100/48595032/dd698df9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. (Paraparaumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48600000/48595100/48595032/0fbeb546.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. (Paraparaumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48600000/48595100/48595032/2dd42101.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. (Paraparaumu)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48600000/48595100/48595032/983f8c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Our Holiday House offers a warm welcome with its spacious lounge, full kitchen, and sunny conservatory. Indulge in a luxurious soak under the stars in the hot tub by appointment or unwind on comfortable beds after exploring nearby attractions. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. Our Holiday House is on the same land as our Main Home. It has two large bedrooms, one with a King bed and the other with two or three single beds, bathroom with spa bath, full kitchen with most everything that you have at home, dining and spacious comfy lounge with flat screen TV and Sky. There’s also a sunny Conservatory off the Dining and Kitchen area. Full laundry facilities in the single garage. Indulge in a luxurious soak under the stars in the hot tub by appointment. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - 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. - Accessible parking space - In-room accessibility - No lift (single-level property) - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: Smoking must be outside in the patio area ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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) - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Standard Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Kitchen (Unit) | Living area | 32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1155400/1155330/cc020d07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Elliotts Kapiti Coast Motor Lodge Paraparaumu Central - 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No guest visitors after 10:30pm Hot Tub unavailable after 9pm ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Large fully fenced back garden with outdoor toy ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking allowed: in designated areas Smoking must be outside in the patio area ## 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 Safety features at this property include a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area Paraparaumu Central, a neighbourhood in Paraparaumu, is home to this holiday home. Coastlands Shoppingtown and Lindale Park are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Waikānae Estuary Scientific Reserve and Kapiti Marine Reserve. Kayaking and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and ecotours nearby. [Visit our Paraparaumu travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paraparaumu.dx2863) [View more Holiday homes in Paraparaumu](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paraparaumu-Private-Holiday-Homes.d2863-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.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-40.91077%2C174.99560&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=CzaEVgMaN0aK2W-Pes4wU-WXN1I=) Paraparaumu, Wellington ### What's nearby - Coastlands Shoppingtown 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Paraparaumu i-SITE Visitor Centre 19 min walk \- 1.1 miles - Putangirua Pinnacles 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Raumati Beach 2 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Paraparaumu Beach 3 min drive \- 1.6 miles ### Getting around - Stokes Valley Manor Park Station 29 min drive - Paraparaumu (PPQ) 3 min drive ### Restaurants - Tank 4 min drive - Dark Horse Coffee Espresso Garden 12 min walk - Mediterranean Food Warehouse 4 min drive - Waterfront Bar & Kitchen 7 min drive - Burger Wisconsin 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries.? ### What time is check-in at Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries.? ### What time is check-out at Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries.? ### Where is Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Observation House, two bedroom house, close to shops, beach and eateries. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 15 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ### 8.0 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen C. 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay This was a really nice place to stay while visiting family in Kapiti Coast. Check in was easy and the host was very nice and communication easy. ##### Stephen C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Deanne L. 4 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome accommodation Was a lovely property with everything you need for a break away. Great accommodation and location. Hosts were excellent to deal with. Will definitely book again. ##### Deanne L. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kim B. 22 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely weekend We had a lovely weekend away here in Paraparaumu from our busy lives.Only 5 mins drive to shops and pools.The beach is a 10min drive away. ##### Kim B. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Val W. 6 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### STRESS FREE RELAXATION This was an emaculate place to stay, with more tham ample room to accommodate everyone. A real home away from home with everything you could possibly need. The Host Sarah was an absolute gem of a person to deal with and was so caring and compassionate about are personal family situation. Would highly recommend staying here and if we ever have the opportunity to visit this area again we would 100% book in again to stay here. Thank you so much Sarah for having your beautiful place available in our stressful time of need and turning our Holiday into a stressfree relaxing experience. If we could give you more than a five star top rating we certainly would. Thank you thank you thank you ##### Val W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Werner v. 18 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot A lovely, spacious unit with everything you need, including lots of sun and close to mall. ##### Werner v. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Olly K. 4 Jul 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Homely and cosy This I would have to say would have been one of the most comfortable and easiest places to stay that I have come across the communication was amazing , very private and cosy , off street parking and location to town and the high way is perfect. Easy to find and the owners two steps ahead everytime when it come to the communications about directions snd instructions ect ect Great people Great stay Great experience 🙌 ##### Olly K. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Conrad M. 4 Oct 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home from Home A great place to stay on the Kapiti coast, if you want to feel like our in a home, and not in just in some "accommodation". House was very clean, and tidy, and had everything that we needed as a family with two teenage girls. Central for all that the Kapiti coast has to offer......... ##### Conrad M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maryann C. 16 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place The place was clean and very tidy everything we needed was in the house it was warm and an enjoyable place to be with my partner and two grandchildren ##### Maryann C. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Yunita -. 24 Jun 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Sarah is a very helpful and communicative host. She is very accomodative as well. She handed us all the toys that our children might enjoy during our stay. It is truly home away from home. Thank you! ##### Yunita -. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth M. 29 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great thank you Everything you would want ##### Elizabeth M. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judith S., Drury, New Zealand 25 Apr 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paraparaumu short stay. Great location, well appointed, and clean. The apartment was warm and comfortable. Highly recommend. ##### Judith S. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark M. 6 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay, great hosts Really enjoyed this bach, great location. Great place. Everything you want from your stay ##### Mark M. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann M. 14 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderfully equipped. Every little detail seems to have been thought of. Loved it. Highly recommend. ##### Ann M. ### 10/10 Excellent #### James W. 9 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy, quiet and clean Had a great stay. Facility was fully furnished, we wanted for nothing. Very clean and quiet. ##### James W. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy W. 6 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Stay My family had a lovely stay at Sarah and Greg’s place. They were very accommodating and friendly. The house was very nice and spacious and it was no problem to set up another bed (pull out couch) in the lounge. An easy 5 min drive to the beach. Thanks once again, as The saying goes “I’ll be back”! Sandy and family ##### Sandy W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Janet, New Plymoth 7 Dec 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Friendly, clean, quiet property. Perfectly located for my trip and very relaxing soot ##### Janet Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ---