Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Watt Fountain - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Durie Hill Elevator - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Getting around
Whanganui (WAG) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Caroline's Boatshed Bar - 19 min walk
McDonald's - 19 min walk
Thai House Express 2 - 3 min drive
Pizza Hut - 2 min drive
The Yellow House Cafe - 10 min walk
About this property
Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site
Family-friendly bed & breakfast by the river
Take advantage of free breakfast, golfing on site, and a garden at Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site. In addition to a playground and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
An electric car charging station, barbecue grills, and books
Smoke-free premises, a video library, and outdoor furniture
Local meal delivery service and games
Room features
All guestrooms at Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site feature thoughtful touches such as fireplaces and separate dining areas, as well as amenities like free WiFi and dining tables.
Other amenities include:
Highchairs, children's dinnerware, and children's books
2.5 bathrooms with showers and hair dryers
Smart TVs with DVD players
Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting, and separate dining areas
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Wheelchair accessibility
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
DVD player
Smart TV
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
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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
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
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
Is Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
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.
What time is check-out at Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site located?
This family-friendly Whanganui bed & breakfast is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens. Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Charmae Guest House by the river.
7 x Beds, (sleeps 10)
Plus powered van site Reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Staff & service
10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Super convenient central location. Lovely space x
Eva T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
10/10
Very central location, clean, great communication from host
Jan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
We only had a short visit, but the home was well equipped, even had bug spray.
Verified traveler
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Very tidy and everything you need
ken m.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Wonderful place to stay. Very clean and tidy and provisions provided were excellent. Host were very helpful and friendly. Would definately stay again
ANGELA
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10
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.
June D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
We had such a wonderful stay with lovely vibes and lots of room.
Leah M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
8/10
Great spot for hanging out with family plenty of shared spaces
Margaret C.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
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.
Ken G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Very well stocked kitchen and great facilities along with excellent location Recommend for any large families or if you like space.
Mike R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10
Beautiful property. Friendly and helpful hosts. Loved it!
Gloria H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10
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.
Guy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10
Could not fault anything about our stay . The host were great and the place was close to everything .
Haimona P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10
Great place, everything we needed. A bonus , breakfast was supplied. Could walk into town and see all the sights.
Kathryn H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10
Most enjoyable stay. Friendly and helpful hosts. Thank you Alan and Cathie
David J.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2023
10/10
Great, comfortable place with lots of character. Close to town. Highly recommended!
Martin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
Comfortable, stress-free, warm and great location. Great host
Sheraz O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10
Perfect home to stay at for Christmas with our family and visiting family. We had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Thank you.
Megan P.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
10/10
A comfortable home away from home with excellent facilities. Situation is fairly close to shopping and walks along the side of the river.
Margaret W.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
8/10
Wonderful house for 5 of us. Clean and very well stocked so we cooked and ate in every night. Great for spending time with family or friends. Highly recommended it.
Birte W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10
Great week
Craig K.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
8/10
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.
Karen A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10
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.
Ngaawaiata P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
8/10
It is clear by the amenities and little touches that the hosts are very interested in ensuring that their guests are comfortable and feel at home. Thank you for the tinfoil - we hope you enjoyed the pie.
Sarah L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10
Our stay was amazing. The home was equipped with everything you could possibly need. The property owners were very welcoming and had organised everything for our arrival. Nothing was to much of an ask and they went above and beyond to make us comfortable. Great location central to everything. Our family had a place to unwind and relax after adventuring around Whanganui. Thank you to the owners for making our holiday a memorable one. Highly recommended.