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Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site

Family-friendly stay with free breakfast in Whanganui

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Exterior
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Wanganui Township, WANGANUI
  • Place, Virginia Lake
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Whanganui

Whanganui Central stay.Your stay at this Whanganui Central B&B places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Kowhai Park and Queens Park. Moutoa Gardens and Sarjeant Gallery are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Virginia Lake - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sarjeant Gallery - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whanganui Museum - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 3 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Caroline's Boatshed Bar & Eatery - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Brick House - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site

This Guest House is located very close to the CBD, and many attractions in and around wanganui. The river itself is the longest navigable river in New Zealand, and offers jet boat tours and more gentler rides on the Waimarie paddle steamer, the last remaining in New Zealand. The river attracts cyclists, hikers ,canoeists,and day trippers. The Sarjeant Gallery holds more than 5,500 art works from the 1840's to the present day. The regional museum is famous for its Taonga Maori Collection, second to none in Aotearoa. There is the Durie Hill Elevator and Tower, Glass blowing exibitions and gallery , Farmer's market , mountain to sea cycle trails, observatory and much loved childrens play ground. Throughout the year there is the masters games, street motorcycle racing, V8 jet boat sprints, opera week, Vintage weekend where every thing from the bygone era is on display. Not forgetting the ski slopes are only 1and 1/2 hrs away.
Special conditions:
We have had requests from prospective guests, who are allergic to dogs, to stay at Charmae.To be fair to everyone here is a list of local Dog Kennels that will be happy to look after your cats and dogs, when you visit Whanganui.
Whanganui Pet Motel (06)343 9868,
Belmont Kennels (06)344 4010,
Sedgbrooke (06)3456363,

Extras: cleaning (Required, NZ$60.00 per stay); Linen Hire (Required, NZ$6.00 per person);

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Things to do

  • Books
  • Games
  • Golf
  • Playground
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Meal delivery service
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Living room

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

PRIMARY RENTER, must be 18 yrs and over
SAME DAY BOOKINGS, will only be allowed for Funerals and must be verified by a Funeral Director.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 7889

Property is also known as

Charmae Guest House Character Home by the River
Charmae Guest House Character home by the river.
Charmae Guest House, Character home by the river. Cottage
Charmae Guest House, Character home by the river. Whanganui

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site to the airport?

This bed & breakfast is 4.4 mi (12-min drive) away from the Whanganui (WAG) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site to the beach?

This bed & breakfast is 4.8 mi (11-min drive) from Castlecliff Beach and 5.7 mi (18-min drive) from South Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site offer free breakfast?

Yes, this bed & breakfast offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site?

No, there is no casino at this bed & breakfast.

What time is check-in at Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site?

Free parking is not available at this bed & breakfast.

Does Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site have a pool?

This bed & breakfast does not have a pool.

Does Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this bed & breakfast.

How close is Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site to downtown Whanganui?

This bed & breakfast is 0.9 mi away from Whanganui.

Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

john B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved staying here - it had everything we needed and was warm, inviting and obviously presented with care. Enjoyed that we could walk to the farmers market, town, galleries and around the bridges.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

We had a great time in Whanganui, although we were working . Was made a whole lot easier by coming back to a place that felt like home, thanks for having us and we would definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

charlesandrobyn R.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect for a family gathering

very comfortable and well-equipped house. Safe for children with good fencing and gates and plenty of space for them to play. They enjoyed the toy box (wanted to watch DVDs but machine didn't seem to work). Kitchen is well-equipped and spacious and washing machine was a boon. Close to river and a nice walk along it to town. Good communication with Allan.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed as part of a work trip

Super convenient central location. Lovely space x
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice property, nice location

We only had a short visit, but the home was well equipped, even had bug spray.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family trep

Every last detail has been carefully thought out and implemented. It was an absolute pleasure to stay there, and had we known, we would have extended our holiday to further enjoy this venue.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ken m.

Liked: Cleanliness

nice place

Very tidy and everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charmae Guest House

Very central location, clean, great communication from host
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

June D., Ottawa

Liked: Cleanliness

A Very Comfortable Home

Such a spacious and well equipped accommodation in a lovely historic town. We would recommend it to anyone looking for a place in the area. We were only two people but it would certainly be comfortable for a family or a group of adults. It has everything one could hope to find for a comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Great house with all the little extras included. Enjoyed our stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness

golf trip

We had a group of 4 players attending a golf tournament in Wanganui and stayed 4 nights. It was clean,tidy and well presented with far more available beds for larger groups. Great friendly hosts to deal with and very efficient.They had left cereals,condiments etc available for our use whilst we didn't use them I am sure many would find this useful. Highly recommend this place and couldn't fault anything at all. Thanks for sharing your lovely house with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay. Very clean and tidy and provisions provided were excellent. Host were very helpful and friendly. Would definately stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

nettie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls yearly get away.

Very well equiped in all manner of things,very clean and comfortable,we were 6 women in our mid seventies to late eighties,and go away same time every year,to all sorts of places and have done fot 17years,and would recomend this accomodation to anyone.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant and Jenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

We had 5 men stay. The place was clean tidy. Top rated. Friendly owners and great communication. Highly recommend
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter weekend in Whanganui

Great spot for hanging out with family plenty of shared spaces
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ngaawaiata P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Accommodation

A great stay was booked for a 3 day stay for some family from auckland. Host are lovely as they live behind the house but that was ok as its still very private. House had everything its warm cosy and very homely but would suggest a dryer as there were not enough towels for a family of 7 for those 3 days. And emptying the rubbish bin an recycling bin before new guest arrive as they were full the day of check in. Overall i 100% recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Elegant and cosy

We had such a wonderful stay with lovely vibes and lots of room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic stay

Lovely roomy house with a warm welcoming feel. Comfy beds and a great shower. Fantastic hosts .... friendly and helpful, and the info they provided in the house gave us excellent ideas on what to do and see. Really enjoyed our stay here, highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls weekend away

Great place, everything we needed. A bonus , breakfast was supplied. Could walk into town and see all the sights.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Haimona P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Whanganui .

Could not fault anything about our stay . The host were great and the place was close to everything .
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

A lovely home situated near all the amenities. For 8-9 ppl there was enough space indoor and out suited for our family holiday. Suited purpose at a very reasonable rate. Vinaka vaka levu.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P., Drury, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home for Christmas

Perfect home to stay at for Christmas with our family and visiting family. We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent property in good area & only a few minutes from Supermarkets/Cafe's etc.

More than satisfied with this property, supplied everything you need + more. Excellent communication with host. Looking forward to returning some time in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Five nights in Whanganui

A comfortable home away from home with excellent facilities. Situation is fairly close to shopping and walks along the side of the river.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Our stay in Whangnui

Excellent property. Warm, spacious and very well presented. Would thoroughly recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023