We we're welcomed by Liesje with a delicious choice of small snacks and a glass of wine. We had a very nice chat and exchanged some of the stories of our lives. Liesje still speaks Dutch very well and during the two days of our stay we had some good concersations, easily switching between languages. She was most hospitable and... More

Fantastic view of the bay from our bedroom! It's a very nice home in a nice area located in about the middle between the airport and Wellington's city center. Leisha was a gracious and courteous hostess. She loves to talk, and she has an interesting life history, coming with her parents from Holland to settle in New Zealand. Something she... More

Being unfamiliar with Wellington at first we were looking for a bed and breakfast close to the ferry. But after making inquiries, Leisha's warmth came through in emails and the deal was done. A beautiful, quiet place with lots of light and fresh air, it is a very easy drive to the downtown action and to the ferry. I watched... More

We knocked at Leisha's door, dishevelled in our shorts and jandals after the ferry crossing from Picton. She greeted us like long lost family and took us up to our lovely, spacious room with a wonderful view over the harbour. Tea, coffee, milo, cute little biscuits, chocolates and mints were provided with beautiful antique (I think) tea cups and saucers.... More

Leisha, the owner, is so sweet and nice!She made us feel at home. The views from the room were stunning!The room was big and very comfortable!in the room we found 2 nice kissing puppets, cookies and tea facilities.She was most helpful as we ad a problem with the back cover of our car and she gave us a black sheet... More

Homestay at Evans Bay “Our Special Homestay in New Zealand” Homestay at Evans Bay is a very special place as is your host Leisha Schuitema who has lost no “beauty sleep”. Originally from Holland, with a great sense of humour, Leisha is passionately proud of New Zealand and of the wonderful city of Wellington. My friend Stuart Middleton and I... More

I had the misfortune of staying at this property for a total of one night after booking the property for 5 nights. After seeing this accommodation advertised as luxury accommodation and a boutique experience in Wellington I was taken in by the pretty pictures and location of the property. On arrival to the property was immediately asked for cash up... More