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Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)

Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)

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Living Room with Indoor/Outdoor Flow
Kitchen with view to full Laundry
Dinette
Living Room with Sky TV
Living Room

Overview of Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

Wanganui Township, Whanganui
  • Popular LocationDurie Hill Elevator8 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationWhanganui Museum2 min drive
  • AirportWhanganui (WAG)8 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Garden View

1 Queen Bed

Single Beds

2 Single Beds

Valley View

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)

Designed with every need in mind, this lovely property has everything you need for a quiet, relaxing holiday.

Located on Durie Vale Road, a unique sheltered microclimate with peaceful park-like surroundings, country views, and abundant birdlife is all within easy walking distance of the river, town, and main attractions.

Enjoy breakfast with the birds or evening barbeques on the sunny north-facing balcony or decks.

Having undergone a complete makeover both inside and out this warm, cosy cottage features a new kitchen and bathroom, retaining the original gloriously deep bathtub, just perfect for lengthy soaks.

Tastefully decorated with new carpet, modern furniture, electronics, appliances, and contemporary decor. Original works of art from some of Wanganui's finest artists are on display.

Treat yourself to a range of complimentary eco-friendly toiletries, organic teas, hot chocolate, and coffees, including from an Nespresso machine.

Entertain yourself with SKY TV on the large-screen TV, watch a DVD or listen to your favourite music on the entertainment system with ipod doc. Ultra-fast fibre broadband WIFI.

Retire into luxurious beds featuring luxury linens, electric blankets, and soft mattress underlays.

Infants catered for with a complimentary porta-cot, high chair, and stroller/pram available upon request. Fully fenced front and back sections with ample room for outside play. A children's playground is within easy walking distance along the Vale and a fully stocked toy and game cupboard will keep children amused for hours. Depending on the season, fruits, herbs, and vegetables may be collected from the gardens for use during your stay.

Well-behaved pets by arrangement; please ask about our pet policy. Plenty of safe on-road parking with CCTV monitoring Please note that the garage as shown in the photos is not available for guest parking.

Special conditions:
Pets are allowed with prior approval. Ask about our pet policy.

This house is not suitable for wheelchairs or mobility-impaired guests due to steps into the house and a sloping driveway leading up and down from the street to the house (see photo 14 ).

The child rate is from birth to 16 years.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
Please ask us about our pet policy

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

About the area

Whanganui

This holiday home is located in Durie Hill, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, and is in a rural area. Watt Fountain and Moutoa Gardens reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Durie Hill Elevator and Whanganui Museum. Travelling with kids? Consider Ward Observatory and Bason Botanic Gardens. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Durie Hill Elevator - 8 min walk
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 20 min walk
  • Whanganui Museum - 2 min drive
  • Virginia Lake - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wanganui R.S.A Inc - 2 min drive
  • Thai House Express 2 - 18 min walk
  • Rutland Arms Inn - 14 min walk
  • Noodle Canteen - 17 min walk
  • Pizza Hut - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi) located?

This family-friendly Whanganui holiday home is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Durie Hill Elevator, Watt Fountain and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum. Memorial Tower and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

4.9/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.8/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great dog friendly accommodation
Very tidy and well appointed home. Fantastic location and has everything you need for a trip away. Great outdoor space for the dog and being fully fenced is perfect. Owner was very welcoming and easy to deal with and communicate with.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Marion B., Auckland, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to town
Well equipped, had everything we needed and beyond including BBQ and coffee machine. We loved the fact that the house was within 10 min walking distance to the town centre but nice and quiet looking out over a green valley.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

5/5 Excellent

Joy P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Durievale Cottage
Very relaxing and comfortable. Fenced in for dogs and felt peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

5/5 Excellent

Jocasta W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house and garden setting
We enjoyed our stay at the house. The birds were a delight and the owners were friendly and responsive. A lovely setting for a stay in the river city.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

5/5 Excellent

Mark D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, fresh home in fantastic location
Attractive accommodation - clean, fresh, tidy, tasteful interior, well-presented bedrooms & lounge - in a really impressive location ... relaxing serene atmosphere on the quiet south side of Whanganui River with beautiful forest & hill views ... excellent communication from hosts (who went out of their way to accommodate us) ... only stayed 1 night but would've liked longer to properly enjoy the balcony, birdsong & backyard.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

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