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Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room)

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Thomas the Cat
Bedroom
Lounge
Lounge

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast included
  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Ponsonby, Auckland
  • Auckland Zoo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Sky Tower
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Double Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room)

Relax in your comfortable double room featuring a queen-sized bed in a charming Ponsonby villa. Guests enjoy access to the backyard, sunny deck, and outdoor terrace surrounded by plants, as well as modern open-plan living spaces with a smart TV (Netflix, etc.). The kitchen is available for food storage and preparing light meals, and we have two outdoor BBQs for alfresco dining on sunny days.

For added comfort, the property has central heating and air conditioning.

Start your day with a light complimentary breakfast of tea/coffee, juice, cereals, and yoghurt. We can also provide meals by prior arrangement—just let us know in advance.

If you’re heading to the beach, we’re happy to offer a beach pack with towels, chairs, and more. The beautiful Herne Bay beaches are only a short stroll away, perfect for a relaxing day by the water.

The bathroom, shared with us, is modern and well-maintained. The property itself is shared, but we’re friendly and flexible hosts who are happy to interact as much or as little as you prefer.

Ponsonby and Herne Bay, known for boutique shopping, cafés, bars, and restaurants, are just a short stroll away. We’re on a quiet street with city and suburban views, yet close to Auckland CBD (5 min drive/30 min walk).

Public transport is conveniently located just a minute’s walk away, and there’s a supermarket only a block from the property. On-street parking is free and doesn’t require permits.

We share our home with three friendly cats - two Burmese and a Mandalay - who might keep you company or lounge in their favourite sunny spots.

Special conditions:
No drugs or parties. Smoking is allowed outside only.

Property manager

Simon

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Auckland

Ponsonby, a neighbourhood in Auckland, is home to this holiday home. Princes Wharf and Queen Street Shopping District are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mt. Eden. Check out an event or a game at Eden Park, and consider making time for Auckland Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Ponsonby, Auckland

What's nearby

  • Auckland Zoo - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • SkyCity Casino - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Sky Tower - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Eden Park - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Auckland Ferry Terminal - 6 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • MOTAT 2 Tram Stop - 4 min drive
  • Auckland Kingsland Station - 7 min drive
  • Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fusion Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Salta Espresso - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Empress Garden Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Dear Jervois - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dida's Wine Lounge & Tapas Jervois Road - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room)?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Urban Central Suburbs Villa (Room) located?

Located in Ponsonby, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ponsonby Road and within 3 miles (5 km) of Sky Tower and Auckland Ferry Terminal. Eden Park is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 27 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shona B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a quick trip to Auckland
Very convenient, great communication and just what we needed for a friendly home away from home for the night.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home!
We had a lovely time staying at this home. Comfortable room, great kitchen, friendly cats and owners.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property and location!
Richard and Simon are wonderful but their cats are better ! Who doesn’t want to be greeted by a hugging cat ? Our hosts were full of excellent recommendations and went out of their way to help us out. The house is lovely and the neighbourhood is walkable, flush with cafes and restaurants. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Airdrie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
My daughter and I stayed a night. It was super clean and tidy. The cats were super friendly, gave us lots of cuddles. Richard and Simon were amazing! Giving us lots of info about the area and how to get ubers/trains. Thanks so much!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Eric P.

Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central, comfortable and caring
Simon and Richard’s home was perfect for an overnight stay, and we were warmly welcomed to their beautifully appointed home. Parking for our car was easy, and being so close to Ponsonby was perfect for eating out and entertainment. Public transport and Uber would also be a good option. And their three cats are beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

susi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very convenient, relaxed. Would stay again.
Great

10/10 Excellent

Alistair T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home, Great location, Great hosts
We felt welcome and well looked after in a lovely, beautifully clean, renovated character home where we could come and go at our leisure and be included or not as we so wished. The property was highly specked and comfortable, close to fab eateries in Herne Bay and Ponsonby. A great find. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V., Dunedin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
100% would stay again!
My partner and I very much enjoyed our stay here. The Hosts were really lovely and easy going, great communicators, and tentative to our needs. Their house is in a superb location of Auckland - modern facilities, close to transport, bars/cafes, swimming bay, and a stones throw from the CBD. Our stay was made very comfortable with the room having everything you need and at a good price point. I would recommend this bookabatch to couples or alone travellers looking for a great Auckland stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Catherine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Perfect location in Ponsonby; parking, safe and quiet neighbourhood and walking distance to many restaurants and shops. Easy access to North Shore. Best of all; wonderful hosts. Loved my stay and will be back next time I'm in Auckland.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short but purrfect !! As lovers of cats we enjoyed the feline company too.
Quick and painless
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Connar H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overnight stay in ponsonby
Really nice guys, nice house and very helpful. Thank you guys
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

central, clean, convenient
great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Harvey T.

Location very handy to the bus and also to dining spots in the area.
Location very handy to the bus and also to dining spots in the area. Very safe, quiet, and comfortable. The room we had is maybe a bit small if needed for several days.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Home away from home
Home away from home
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon and Richard are as welcoming and friendly as their home is comfortable and well appointed.
Simon and Richard are as welcoming and friendly as their home is comfortable and well appointed. In addition to a wonderful setting to relax in they provided some great tips about what to do in town and how to get about the beautiful city of Auckland. Staying with them was like visiting relatives ? the kind you like to visit! ? and we would certainly return to their home again if the opportunity presented itself.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The house is a 2 bedroom 1 bath.
The house is a 2 bedroom 1 bath. He rents out one and you share the bathroom with the owners. The place has been remodeled beautifully and it was totally comfortable to share the bathroom. I thought because I was traveling with my 26 yr old daughter and I am 63 yrs old this would be an issue but it was not. The bedrooms can be separated from the living room/ kitchen area by a big glass door so you don't hear any noice from the TV/ kitchen area. Beautiful back patio that we had breakfast on.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

I loved this place and didn't want to leave, amazing host!
I loved this place and didn't want to leave, amazing host! Beautiful home, the best hospitality I've had in NZ - I would love to stay again
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Really good location and the property was very clean and tidy - would definitely like to stay again
Really good location and the property was very clean and tidy - would definitely like to stay again some time. Strongly recommended!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Great location, close to local public transport and restaurants.
Great location, close to local public transport and restaurants. Modern kitchen and bathroom. We may have read the discription incorrectly as a more self contained room from the owners/house than staying along side them in such close quarters.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Suited our needs perfectly.
Suited our needs perfectly. A pleasant and comfortable stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful property in a perfect location.
Beautiful property in a perfect location. Easy walk to Ponsonby cafes and shopping. Warm, friendly and inviting with excellent hosts.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A well presented cottage, amazing views of Auckland.
A well presented cottage, amazing views of Auckland. Also the location was central but suburban. Offering peace and quiet and a decent sized room-
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Great location.
Great location.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Quiet location, yet close to CBD.
Quiet location, yet close to CBD. Beautiful home with access to all amenities.

About the host

Hosted by Simon

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What makes this property unique

Herne Bay / Ponsonby

Languages:

English