Headlands Estate in Whanganui provides adults-only accommodation with a garden and a shared lounge. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The homestay also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. At the homestay, the units include a desk. The homestay features certain units with garden views, and units have a coffee machine. At the homestay, all units have bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental options and fruits and juice are being served. The homestay features a barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sun terrace. RNZAF Base Ohakea is 41 km from the homestay, while Feilding Livestock Centre is 46 km away. Whanganui Airport is 20 km from the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
2 single beds
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
9.5
High score for Whanganui

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Sharon
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Good options including a selection of cetals and different breads for toast. Fresh and can fruits.
  • Kevin
    Australia Australia
    Amazing building, views from rooms, lovely garden, large ensuite room, breakfast included.
  • Katherine
    Australia Australia
    Lovely owners, charming garden and comfortable room.
  • Evelyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was a bonus to use the kitchen facilities. The breakfast supplies were great. A very nice place to stay and very friendly hosts and dog.
  • Perryer
    Australia Australia
    Our hosts were wonderful. We were only there overnight and were rather tired. We had blankets on the bed which were a bit heavy, not having used blankets for years, but we don’t live in NZ. The house, the garden and the total vista was amazing,...
  • Rachel
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful home. Very hospitable hosts. Superb place to stay. Friendly welcome from Annette & Steve (& Ruby the dog). Lovely warm room. The house has the charm of yesteryears including a chain flush toilet & claw foot bath. Would stay here again.
  • Maria
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Unbelievable quality and finish home, rarely seen like this these times. Engaging friendly hosts, a most and superb comfortable stay.
  • John
    Australia Australia
    Breakfast offering was varied and excellent Location was an experience worth getting there Building and its renovation was an interesting through back to a timber rich era
  • Sharna
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Love staying at this place!! So nice and clean and the host are awesome! I have stayed twice now and would love to stay again.
  • Gerda
    New Zealand New Zealand
    This is a lovely property, the house is gorgeous and the garden is a delight.

Managed by Annette and Steve Cox

Company review score: 9.9Based on 141 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Your hosts at Headlands are Annette and Steve Cox. We look forward to sharing our amazing property with you. Enjoy the house and property and the short scenic 11 minute drive by following one road and entering Durie Hill to enjoy our beautiful Whanganui City.

Property information

Headlands estate is set on a 2 hectare lifestyle block. An easy 15 kilometres, 11 minute drive from the main street of Whanganui and most definitely well worth the journey. Currently no bathrooms will be shared. Headlands was first established in the late 1800's after John Ruscoe and his wife immigrated from England and began their life in Fordell, Whanganui. They built a beautiful house made of solid heart Rimu. After a fire in 1987 the house was rebuilt and handcrafted to original standards once again with heart Rimu. Enjoy the fire throughout winter and enjoy the picturesque views of the farmland from the kitchen window. Wander through the acre of forest, around the pond, check out the original barn or simply relax on the decking with the views of mount Ruapehu in the distance. With Whanganui City just 11 minutes away you can enjoy one of the many eateries available throughout our fantastic City and return to Headlands for a relaxed, quiet stay. Secure your booking today to experience this breath taking property. We look forward to seeing you at Headlands.

Neighbourhood information

Whanganui is a must visit destination. After experiencing our amazing City you leave wishing you had visited it earlier. Whanganui has many vibrant cafe's and restaurants for you to enjoy, wander through our city enjoying beautiful historical buildings, our many artist studio's, cruise the Awa (river) on our "Waimarie" paddle steamer or the smaller Wairua during the warmer months, visit Mount Ruapehu just 1.5 hours away for the ski season in the winter months, grab a bite and a coffee at our Saturday morning markets, walk around Virginia Lake, visit Bason Botanical Gardens, and drive around our city to experience the amazing walls created by various artists. The river that flows through the heart of our city runs from the mountain to the sea. This is just a few of the many amazing experiences awaiting you when you visit our historical Whanganui and Headlands Estate.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Headlands Estate
Great facilities! Review score, 9.6

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Kitchen

  • Shared kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Activities

  • Games room

Living Area

  • Seating Area
  • Desk

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Basic free WiFi 15 Mbps. Suitable for streaming content and making video calls. Speed test carried out by the host.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Services

  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry

Reception services

  • Invoice provided

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access

General

  • Adult only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible

Languages spoken

  • English

House rules
Headlands Estate takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 06:30 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Headlands Estate in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about Headlands Estate

  • Headlands Estate is 9.3 miles from the centre of Whanganui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Headlands Estate offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Games room
  • Check-in at Headlands Estate is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • Guests staying at Headlands Estate can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Gluten-free
    • Buffet
  • The prices at Headlands Estate may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.