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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Kitchen
$148
$148
$131 nightly
$148 total
Total with taxes and fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18
Explore the area

Fordell, Manawatu-Wanganui
- Durie Hill Memorial TowerPlace, Durie Hill Memorial Tower17 min drive
- Durie Hill ElevatorPlace, Durie Hill Elevator17 min drive
- Whanganui MuseumPlace, Whanganui Museum18 min drive
- Whanganui (WAG)Airport, Whanganui (WAG)25 min drive
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About the neighborhood
Fordell
Located in Fordell, this cottage is in a rural location, within a 15-minute drive of Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Durie Hill Elevator. .This cottage is 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Kowhai Park and 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from Watt Fountain.
What's nearby
- Durie Hill Memorial Tower - 17 min drive - 10.5 miles
- Durie Hill Elevator - 17 min drive - 10.7 miles
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 18 min drive - 10.9 miles
- Wanganui Community Arts Centre - 18 min drive - 10.9 miles
- Whanganui Museum - 18 min drive - 11.2 miles
Getting around
- Whanganui (WAG) - 21 min drive
Restaurants
- Mr Seafood - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Rural hideaway, just 10 minutes from Wanganui
Magnolia Cottage is a two storey, self contained space, separate to the main house, with your own private access. We are just a 10min scenic drive from vibrant and historic Whanganui, and a few minutes from SH3 & the popular Paloma Gardens.
Quiet location on our lifestyle block surrounded by farmland. Help feed the pet lambs during August/September.
Spacious, bright and airy, with rural views and private deck.
Guests often comment that they wish they had booked a longer stay.
We often accept same day bookings on request.
Easy access - we will leave the cottage unlocked if we are not going to be at home for your arrival.
Free WIFI
A generous, self serve, continental breakfast, including fresh farm eggs, to cook and have at your leisure.
Parking for multiple cars or trailers at the Cottage.
The driveway can be a bit tight for some larger vehicles (like 6-berth camper vans that some guests have arrived in), we do have alternative parking for these bigger vehicles in the front paddock if you wish, which is then just a short walk up the drive to the Cottage.
Fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, bench top multi oven, everything you need including a variety of tea bags, instant and plunger coffee, a Nespresso coffee pod machine, toastie pie maker, nutri blender and filtered drinking water.
There is a washing machine in the Cottage and a clothesline for your use.
The two bedrooms are upstairs, with queen sized beds. The first bedroom is in an open area at the top of the stairs. The second bedroom is accessed through the first bedroom, with a connecting door that you can close.
There is a double sofa-bed downstairs in the living area, plus a spare single floor mattress and a porta-cot, all with bedding/pillows supplied.
The bathroom and toilet are downstairs.
Private outdoor deck with seating for morning coffees or quiet evening drinks taking in the stars and rural views. There is a BBQ on the deck for your use.
Amazing bird life, star gazing on clear nights and an ever-changing rural outlook.
We have a few dogs, who will be in their kennels if we are not home, or if you have advised us of an approximate arrival time. If not, they are all friendly, and we will happily put them away while you get unpacked :)
Quiet location on our lifestyle block surrounded by farmland. Help feed the pet lambs during August/September.
Spacious, bright and airy, with rural views and private deck.
Guests often comment that they wish they had booked a longer stay.
We often accept same day bookings on request.
Easy access - we will leave the cottage unlocked if we are not going to be at home for your arrival.
Free WIFI
A generous, self serve, continental breakfast, including fresh farm eggs, to cook and have at your leisure.
Parking for multiple cars or trailers at the Cottage.
The driveway can be a bit tight for some larger vehicles (like 6-berth camper vans that some guests have arrived in), we do have alternative parking for these bigger vehicles in the front paddock if you wish, which is then just a short walk up the drive to the Cottage.
Fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, bench top multi oven, everything you need including a variety of tea bags, instant and plunger coffee, a Nespresso coffee pod machine, toastie pie maker, nutri blender and filtered drinking water.
There is a washing machine in the Cottage and a clothesline for your use.
The two bedrooms are upstairs, with queen sized beds. The first bedroom is in an open area at the top of the stairs. The second bedroom is accessed through the first bedroom, with a connecting door that you can close.
There is a double sofa-bed downstairs in the living area, plus a spare single floor mattress and a porta-cot, all with bedding/pillows supplied.
The bathroom and toilet are downstairs.
Private outdoor deck with seating for morning coffees or quiet evening drinks taking in the stars and rural views. There is a BBQ on the deck for your use.
Amazing bird life, star gazing on clear nights and an ever-changing rural outlook.
We have a few dogs, who will be in their kennels if we are not home, or if you have advised us of an approximate arrival time. If not, they are all friendly, and we will happily put them away while you get unpacked :)
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
A complimentary breakfast is included.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
A complimentary breakfast is offered.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- DVD player
- Smart TV
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
- Note from host: Outside only
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
Things to do
- Cycling nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Composting
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Garden
- Recycling
- Unit size: 1,098 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
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
No smoking inside and please remove your shoes inside.
We offer a maximum stay of 5 nights.
No pets sorry, as we have our own dogs, and a cat. Dogs are required to be on a specific veterinary worming programme on farms where there are sheep.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Please enquire first
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outside only
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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
Property is also known as
Magnolia Cottage