Charmae Guest House

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Scored 9.4
Rated wonderful

Free Wifi

10

About this property

Spacious Accommodations: Charmae Guest House in Whanganui offers spacious family rooms with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Each room features air-conditioning, a private entrance, and garden views. Outdoor Spaces: Guests can relax on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoying free WiFi throughout the property. The outdoor seating area and picnic spots provide ample space for leisure. Amenities and Services: The guest house provides free on-site private parking, a lounge, shared kitchen, and full-day security. Additional facilities include a waterpark, outdoor dining area, and a fireplace. Location and Activities: Located 4.3 mi from Whanganui Airport and 30 mi from RNZAF Base Ohakea, the property offers fishing, hiking, and cycling activities. Guests appreciate the convenient location and excellent services.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

Availability

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Philip
New Zealand New Zealand
“Greeted by the owners on our arrival as they finished up getting things ready for our stay. A real home away from home, here. Very comfortable lounge and dining area with the heat pump to keep things cosy. The weather was not great and it was...”
Steven
Canada Canada
“Nice home with lots of room both inside & out. Well equipped kitchen and bathrooms. Nice location, close to everything.”
Nor
Australia Australia
“Fabulous place owner was very helpful and friendly like I’ve known them for years”
Andrea
New Zealand New Zealand
“Perfect location for the event we were attending Easy access to everything we needed. The house was gorgeous, great floor plan, very comfortable, toys were great for our toddler. Loved the little outdoor seating areas!!”
Mary
New Zealand New Zealand
“Spacious and comfortable. Has everything you need.”
Smithies
New Zealand New Zealand
“It was spacious and relaxed, with a variety of toys, books and magazines. Good sized dining table and enough comfortable sofas. Helpful owners allowing us to arrive at noon. Excellent main shower and heating in bathroom. We'll equipped kitchen....”
Jenny
New Zealand New Zealand
“Amazing choice of food for breakfast. Lovely rooms, spacious lounge, 2 bathrooms, nice quiet location.”
Jody
New Zealand New Zealand
“Absolutely wonderful place to stay. The owners were helpful and ready to assist in any way. The house is close to everything and easy to find. House is spacious, warm, and welcoming. Highly recommend staying here!”
David
New Zealand New Zealand
“A very tidy and pleasant property. All the facilities that would be expected and everything in good condition and working order.”
Kaye
New Zealand New Zealand
“We had 8 guests ranging in ages from 8-80 and Charmae had the comforts of home for every single one of us.”

Hosted by Allan and Kathy McDonnell

9.6
Host Review Score
Allan and Kathy McDonnell
Charmae Guest House is a large family home,(sleeping 8), close to the mighty Whanganui River and only a 15 min walk into the CBD. It comprises 1 double bedroom with en-suite, a 2nd bedroom with 2 single beds, and an annex with a further 2 single beds and bunks.These bedrooms share a 2nd bathroom with a separate toilet. It boasts free high speed broadband and WiFi through the entire house, and free Continental Breakfast for the first 2 nights stay.A large combined dining room and lounge makes this dwelling ideal for business meetings, family reunions and sports teams alike. There is a fully equipped kitchen and laundry but if it is not your thing on holiday there is a great array of cafes and quality restaurants close by .There is also a convenience store & takeaways next door. Charmae is child safe and we have a potacot and high chair available on site.
I (Kathy) have spent my entire life in Whanganui and Allan made the move from Auckland a few years ago when we tied the knot. . We share many interests and hobbies together including gardening and music. We both have a special passion for brass music and are both active members of the local brass band. Now that we are semi-retired, we have developed a new love for overseas travel and try to get away as much as possible to explore the world. We love meeting new people and thrive on making your stay at Charmae Guest House as homely and comfortable as possible. We hope to see you soon to enjoy your stay at Charmae Guest House Whanganui.
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 & Tower, Glass blowing exibitions & gallery ,Farmer's markets , 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
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Charmae Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 10

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Breakfast

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 12 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Charmae Guest House 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.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

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