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Historic summer house by the sea

Historic summer house by the sea

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Street View From The Park.
The Front View
Some colourful additions to the courtyard.
The Beach
The Park And Playground  Across The Road

Overview of Historic summer house by the sea

8.6 out of 10 Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

Explore the area

Castlecliff, Whanganui
  • Popular LocationCastlecliff Beach4 min walk
  • Popular LocationVirginia Lake8 min drive
  • AirportWhanganui (WAG)15 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Beach22 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Historic summer house by the sea

'Monday' is a historic seaside cottage that was designed by the early architect to maximize the benefits of holidaying beside the sea while having access to Wanganui city. It is the first of six adjacent beach cottages, all named after the days of the week. The first five cottages have similar construction and quirky features
It is located at Castlecliff beach, which is about a 10 minute drive from the city centre. The cottage is in close proximity to the beach, the reserve, the children's playground, basketball court, skateboard park,community BBQs, dairy and camping ground. It is in a popular area for recreational activities yet the cottage offers privacy and unique ambiance. It has a secluded courtyard behind the cottage, secure parking and is fully fenced.
The Wanganui area is historically significant as an entry point for early settlers and visitors to the country in the mid - late 1800's as it had a port and the navigable river enabled access to the interior of the North island. It was one of the wealthiest areas in early New Zealand and this is reflected in the abundant early architecture of the city.
The city centre has retained its artdeco architecture and artistic influence and is very well presented and cared for. It is well served by great cafes and restaurants.The river frontage has a delightful leisure area with a reserve, walkway, historic buildings, tram line and original steam boats running excursions. The area buzzes with activity, especially during the Saturday market and festival times.
Local attractions in the area include exploring the Wanganui river or the Taranaki coastline, driving up the Para Para road to the Volcanic plateau (the ski fields on Ruapehu are about a 1 hr 30 minute drive up the Para Para road) or simply enjoying the creative ambiance of this art orientated city.
'Monday' is being lovingly restored to it's 'Arts and Crafts' style. Your stay here would help us to restore the cottage and grounds to near original condition.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$35.00 per stay); Linen (included);

Property manager

CraigDo8
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

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

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 smoke detector and a deadlock

About the area

Whanganui

This holiday home is located in Castlecliff, a neighbourhood in Whanganui. Castlecliff Beach and Virginia Lake reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Whanganui Museum and Ward Observatory. Durie Hill Elevator and Bason Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Castlecliff Beach - 4 min walk
  • Virginia Lake - 8 min drive
  • Whanganui Museum - 10 min drive
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 11 min drive
  • South Beach - 22 min drive

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Citadel - 3 min walk
  • Wanganui R.S.A Inc - 10 min drive
  • The Yellow House Cafe - 11 min drive
  • Thai House Express 2 - 10 min drive
  • Burger King - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic summer house by the sea pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historic summer house by the sea?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic summer house by the sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic summer house by the sea located?

Located in Castlecliff, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Castlecliff Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Virginia Lake and Queens Park. Whanganui Museum and Putiki Church are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shani

Liked: Amenities, communication
I liked the closeness to the beach, and playground, great for the kids.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Wanganui
Nostalgic property. Clean and Comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky
Monday Cottage is the cutest cottage. Compact, comfy and full of interesting memorabilia. The adjacent park and beach are such a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

George I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unexpected Lil Gem
Unexpected Lil Gem says it all. Will definitely be booking if available when we next visit whanganui again. Craig deserves 6 stars, just a top bloke and great with communication
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Niki M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home base
Lovely little cotrage for our over night stay, comfortable with everything we needed & a nice stroll to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by CraigDo8

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What makes this property unique

Beach Access: A short stroll across the reserve brings you onto Castlecliff's wonderful, wild beach.

Languages:

English

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