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About this property

Spacious Accommodations: Private Guest Wing - Durie Vale Lodge in Whanganui offers a spacious, recently renovated adults-only guest house. The property features two bedrooms and a living room, ensuring comfort for all guests. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can unwind in the spa facilities, hot tub, or sun terrace. The garden provides a peaceful setting, complemented by free WiFi throughout the property. Comfortable Amenities: The guest house provides free on-site private parking, a kitchenette, and streaming services. Additional amenities include a washing machine, dining area, and outdoor seating. Delicious Breakfast: A continental or à la carte breakfast is served, including juice, pancakes, and fruits. Special diet menus are available, and housekeeping and laundry services enhance the stay. Convenient Location: Located 3.1 mi from Whanganui Airport and 29 mi from RNZAF Base Ohakea, the property offers easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for its friendly host, beautiful garden, and delicious breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Gluten-free

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 king bed
Bedroom 2
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Scott
    United States United States
    Wow, what a bonus surprise. Guest room (really a small flat/suite) is gorgeous. Alan and Lois are attentive proud hosts. The attention to detail, the homemade petit-fours, just outstanding.
  • Sarah
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Durie Vale Lodge is a hidden gem with such fantastic hosts that are so welcoming who really take care of you and treat you like a VIP. The private wing is super clean and cozy with luxurious linen and comfortable beds. The backdrop is stunning...
  • Margaret
    United States United States
    An absolutely stunning oasis close to the center of town.
  • Peter
    United States United States
    A generous breakfast on fine china was surprisingly formal …but we quickly came to love it Cozy and private with hot tub for star gazing
  • Marilyn
    Australia Australia
    Everything was perfect. Wonderful Owners who went above and beyond to make our stay wonderful. Breakfast was divine. Loved the peace and quiet.
  • Catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location, amazing facilities, excellent hosts … and fabulous breakfast a little slice of heaven
  • Robert
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent hosts who made us feel like old friends. The accommodation was so comfortable and the location picturesque yet still close to the town centre. We loved the breakfasts, birdwatching and conversations.
  • Dragana
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Excellent place to stay in Whanganui. The wing and hosts are exceptional, and the breakfast home made with fresh ingredients. Great little touches all around (binoculars to watch birds through large windows from sofa or thickest bath towels I have...
  • Trish
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast was amazing! Some of the best waffles I've had! The property was beautiful with a lovely outlook - native birds feeding, fish and even a chook! Lots of small thoughtful extras. Highly recommend.
  • Hermione
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a great stay. Lovely hosts, very comfortable accommodation, delicious breakfast and the spa was fantastic. I would definitely stay again if I am in the area.

Hosted by Alan & Lois

10
Host Review Score
Alan & Lois
Now, here's a real treat for a couple or two couples travelling together; your very own 6-room private guest wing complete with 2 x bedrooms (King & Queen), 4 x person Hot Tub! Featuring kitchenette, bathroom (shower & bath), toilet, lounge & laundry. It's all yours exclusively! What's more, breakfast is included. And, location? Here you'll feel you're in the heart of rural NZ, but really, you're just 5 minutes from the Cafes, Bars, Restaurants & Galleries of Whanganui. Hope to see you soon. Cheers! The Vale Guest Wing is part of an architecturally designed home located in a gentle fold of the Durie Valley. Rolling hills embrace the property and its north-facing situation allows it to receive maximum sunshine year-round. The land has established gardens and lawns for you to explore - as well as a small native woodland at its farthest end, through which a small stream flows on its way to the Whanganui River. Birdlife abounds and several New Zealand native eels have made the stream their home. The guest wing is private and cosy with electric blankets on each of the beds and an electric heater to keep the lounge comfortable in winter. In summer the double doors in each of the bedrooms can be opened to allow a free flow of air to circulate through the space. The bedrooms are spacious and include built-in wardrobes and sets of drawers. Quality Sheridan cotton sheets (or equivalent) are provided. The Queen Bedroom also offers a three-seater leather sofa. This room is ideal as a dressing room should only one bedroom be required. In the lounge is a Smart TV, a two-seater sofa and two single armchairs. There is also a compact kitchenette comprising electric jug, microwave, fridge, crockery, cutlery, glasses etc. The bathroom has both a bath and a shower with double heated towel rails and large quality bath sheets supplied. The toilet is separate. We also provide additional spa towels along with non-breakable acrylic wine glasses and champagne flutes for use in the spa
Over the years Lois and I have travelled extensively and love meeting people from all parts of the world. Returning home to New Zealand a few years ago, we stumbled upon Whanganui by chance and found our piece of paradise in a hidden valley only minutes from town. Simply heaven. We love the art scene here, the warmth of the people, the spiritual significance of the River and Whanganui's proximity to mountains, the ocean and the capital city, Wellington.
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Available 24 hours
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Private Guest Wing - Durie Vale Lodge of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) PCR tests are available at this property at no extra charge for those exhibiting symptoms consistent with the virus and have been confirmed by an accredited doctor.