10/10 Excellent
Nick s.
21 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nick s.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Entire home
'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.
2.0 star property
Holiday home in Whanganui with fireplace
Photo gallery for 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathrooms80 sq m
Popular amenities
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Parking available
Explore the area
Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui Region
- Durie Hill ElevatorPlace, Durie Hill Elevator15 min walk
- Durie Hill Memorial TowerPlace, Durie Hill Memorial Tower15 min walk
- Whanganui MuseumPlace, Whanganui Museum1 min drive
- Whanganui (WAG)Airport, Whanganui (WAG)9 min drive
Room options
About the area
Whanganui
At this holiday home you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Kowhai Park and within 15 minutes of Durie Hill Elevator. Highlights at this holiday home include a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms and a hairdryer. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this Bastia Hill holiday home include Durie Hill Memorial Tower and Wanganui Community Arts Centre.
What's nearby
- Durie Hill Elevator - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Durie Hill Memorial Tower - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
- Wanganui Community Arts Centre - 1 min drive - 0.8 km
- Whanganui Museum - 1 min drive - 1.1 km
Getting around
- Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
- Red Lion Inn - 12 min walk
- Stellar - 16 min walk
- Rutland Arms Inn - 18 min walk
- Mischief - 3 min drive
- The Brick House Restaurant & Function Centre - 2 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.
'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.
'The Dogbox' was built by Patchwork Architecture in 2012. Sited on a steep centrally located section, the property is surrounded by native planting. It's a quiet, comfortable, sun drenched house that's perfect for families or friends to escape to.
The kitchen is fully equiped to cook during your stay, and the outdoor fire and seating make it a perfect place to relax outdoors. Open plan living downstairs with a fireplace, two bedrooms upstairs with queen beds, and a large 2.7m desk where you can work remotely. It's a private and secluded setting while only being a 10 minute walk from town.
Please note access is via 50 external steps, and there are internal stairs to get to the bedrooms. We also have a firm no pets or parties policy.
The kitchen is fully equiped to cook during your stay, and the outdoor fire and seating make it a perfect place to relax outdoors. Open plan living downstairs with a fireplace, two bedrooms upstairs with queen beds, and a large 2.7m desk where you can work remotely. It's a private and secluded setting while only being a 10 minute walk from town.
Please note access is via 50 external steps, and there are internal stairs to get to the bedrooms. We also have a firm no pets or parties policy.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Food and drink
- Hob
- Oven
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Unit size: 861 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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.
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
National rating
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.
Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.?
The closest beach to 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. is South Beach (5.6 km).
Does 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.?
No, 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.?
No, pets are not allowed.
Reviews
'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. Reviews
10
Exceptional
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
dani d.
12 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic fun place to stay!
dani d.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025