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Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)

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

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Wanganui Township, Whanganui
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Whanganui Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪9 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.

Property manager

ValeRetreat
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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

About the area

Whanganui

Located in Durie Hill, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, this holiday home is in a rural area. Moutoa Gardens and Queens Park 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.
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Wanganui Township, Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Durie Hill Elevator - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Queens Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Virginia Lake - 6 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Noodle Canteen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Big Orange/Ceramic Lounge - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Mud Ducks - ‬13 min walk

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, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum and Memorial Tower. Watt Fountain and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 15 minutes.

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. 122 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely stay
Durievale Retreat is a great place to stay when in Whanganui. It's just as described, within walking distance of town, and just a 10 or 15-minute drive to the beach. And the deck out back is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Joel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Spot
Great stay, older house that has had the charm kept while also being modern. Everything worked and we loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome stay
Nice and quiet. Instantly felt at home. not too far from central Whanganui. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
This beautiful home has everything you need for a great stay! Clean, comfy and cosy! You can feel the care put into this place.. the host showed us around when we got there.... very kind! Highly recommend stsying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rowena V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful Durievale
Beautiful setting and outlook, very handy to main shopping and the river. Everything possible is provided to make your stay comfortable. Steep driveway to negotiate though!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Excellent hosts, lovely, quiet setting, yet easy walk to town centre, restaurants etc. All essentials provided, and more!We had perhaps been spoilt by previous baches, but were a little inconvenienced, by there only being one toilet, lower cost perhaps compensates for this.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect
just what we wanted for four ladies - comfy beds and very peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sybil G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, quiet, welcoming.
A well presented clean and comfortable house in a peaceful location close to town, with friendly helpful hosts. We appreciated the extra thoughtful touches like fresh flowers. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One night stay
Great stay, lovely property, good comms. Doggo loved it too 💖. Lots of bed options, lovely linen
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 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

10/10 Excellent

Karl J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property
Excellent cupboard of board games to entertain the kids. A short but very enjoyable stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Whanganui is a wonderful city and our stay here was great. The house was clean and well equipped and in a great location. It was easy to walk into town and see the sights. My only regret is that we weren’t able to stay longer!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful house in the green
This is a beautiful house with very kind hosts.They have thought through what travellers need from recycling to other little extras. "If we had chocolates on the pillow this would be 5 star hotel" We would love to come back if we were in Whanganui again. I am not sure about public transport, we had a car.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
We really enjoyed our stay, the house had everything we needed and we were just over the bridge from town. Fully fenced property for the dog, and a sunny deck to sit on and relax. We'll definitely stay here again next time we're in Whanganui.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Pokeno

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

10/10 Excellent

Joy P., Napier

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

10/10 Excellent

Sue F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Graham and George
The owners were extremely kind and accommodating in every way. The house and gardens are so beautiful. It is an extremely peaceful place to stay. It allowed our son to have a few days of well-deserved rest. I will definitely book for the family to stay there again, and I fully recommend Durie Vale to anyone who wants a lovely, peaceful stay in Whanganui. Thank you so much.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P., Drury, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home away from home
Lovely home, perfect for our family while we were in Whanganui. Well stocked place, with everything that you need. The kids loved the games cupboard. Will definitely stay again. Many thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Catriona K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Very good
Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Property
Wow, this is my first time in a book-a-Bach, I think I have been spoilt! I have always wanted to stay on Durie Hill, and I wasn’t disappointed. A lovely house, fully furnished and stocked well. The views were great with native Kereru present too. Highly recommend, thank-you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Really well presented house and beautiful property.
Really well presented house and beautiful property. We had our prep-wedding photos here and they looked great. The decor just elevates the whole place. Owners live next door if anything is needed and it is one tricky driveway to navigate so park on the road if your hill start isn't the greatest! Thanks for the stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Close walk to a local pub for a meal & drinks, Driveway may be a little tricky for some but then
Close walk to a local pub for a meal & drinks, Driveway may be a little tricky for some but then they can always park up on the road no probs

8/10 Good

Susan P., Levin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Break away
Very clean and comfortable. Good kitchen fully equipped. The grounds we felt needed a bit of attention. Understand it’s winter though. We had a good time trying different places to eat and drink. Thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

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