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About this property

Spacious Accommodation: 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 5 km from Whanganui Airport and 47 km from RNZAF Base Ohakea, the property offers easy access to local attractions. Highly rated for its friendly host, beautiful garden, and delicious breakfast.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Gluten-free

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Oyster
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The welcome The garden The accommodation The hosts
  • Monika
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful space, comfortable with private spa while watching the stars. Amazing hosts that make you feel special.
  • Craig
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We were absolutely overwhelmed with the presentation of the property-it was immaculate, and beautifully maintained. Breakfast was exceptional, truly the best we've had. Our Hosts, Alan and Lois, were such lovely people who made us feel...
  • Mark
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Durie Vale Lodge is everything you would want for a quiet get away, and more. It was luxurious, tranquil, and our hosts were exceptional in their attention to detail, making us feel welcome, giving us our privacy and going out of their way to care...
  • Lilli
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The hosts were very welcoming and on site when we arrived and provided a great outline of the facility. The accommodation was very well appointed and provided a number of wonderful extras.
  • Barb
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The best ! Great location . The hosts went the extra mile . Loves everything
  • Carl
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We had a fantastic stay at the lodge. With delightful hosts, immaculately clean and comfortable accomodation together with exceptional attention to detail made our stay wonderful. The tasty nutritious breakfast was the perfect start to every day.
  • Christopher
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    10/10 really doesn’t do this place justice. It’s absolutely perfect in every way. Alan and Lois really have found a slice of paradise. They are also the most wonderful people and fantastic hosts. You will not find better. This guest wing is...
  • Lesley
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Durie Vale Lodge exceeded our expectations as beautiful accommodation in a peaceful valley, just 5 minutes from the centre of Whanganui. Our rooms were immaculately clean, modern, well-appointed with everything we needed. Our livingroom looked...
  • Ruedi
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The lodge is a prime example of how hospitality should be lived. Upon arrival, you receive a warm welcome – a personal touch and with a lovingly prepared aperitif. The hot tub is already heated and invites you to relax. All rooms are furnished...

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

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

Property surroundings

Facilities of Private Guest Wing - Durie Vale Lodge

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • Garden view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Hot tub

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Daily housekeeping
    • Laundry

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access

    General

    • Adults only
    • Electric blankets
    • Designated smoking area
    • Non-smoking throughout
    • Heating
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Wellness

    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Sun umbrellas
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

    Languages spoken

    • English

    House rules

    Private Guest Wing - Durie Vale Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
    Check-in
    From 14:00 to 18:00
    You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
    Check-out
    Available 24 hours
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children are not allowed.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

    No age restriction
    There is 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

    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

    This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

    In response to 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.

    Legal information

    This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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