Entire home
Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)
Photo gallery for Durievale Retreat - Peaceful with Views (SKY/WiFi)





Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 6
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Wanganui Township, Whanganui
- Place, Durie Hill Elevator10 min walk
- Place, Watt Fountain16 min walk
- Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum18 min walk
- Airport, 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.
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.
Add dates for prices
Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Have a question?
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Similar properties

Historic summer house by the sea
Historic summer house by the sea
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
8.8 out of 10, (105 reviews)
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
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. Kowhai Park 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.

Wanganui Township, Whanganui
What's nearby
- Memorial Tower - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Durie Hill Elevator - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Watt Fountain - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
- Virginia Lake - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Rutland Arms Inn - 14 min walk
- Stellar - 11 min walk
- Burger King - 3 min drive
- Mischief - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by ValeRetreat

What makes this property unique
Ultrafast fibre broadband and 65+ channels of SKY TV including sports and movies
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback