This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking, and free Wifi. The apartment offers a picnic area and a 24-hour front desk. Offering a terrace and garden views, the spacious apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and is protected by full-day security. Sightseeing tours are available in the vicinity. Guests at Arles Historical Homestead can enjoy cycling and walking tours nearby, or make the most of the garden. The nearest airport is Whanganui Airport, 6.2 miles from the apartment.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.1)

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Reliable Info
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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.1
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Whanganui
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  • Beverley
    Australia Australia
    The beautiful gardens, convenient location, spacious home-like accommodation and friendly owner.
  • J
    Janet
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Accommodation was super clean and comfortable. Many interesting books to read. Beautiful garden, very quiet and restful. Graeme made us very welcome
  • Charlee
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Absolutely loved it here, the accomodation was warm and cozy. I had my son with me and although the weather wasn't fantastic he loved it. The host was super welcoming. Definitely going back 😊

Hosted by Graeme and Revessa

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Graeme and Revessa
Arles Historical Homestead is a 141 year old home built in the Edwardian style. We have a completely separate 2 bedroom unit on the grounds available to rent. The unit is about 75 sq meters in size . We are about 5 klm from the main street of Whanganui. You are able to walk around our beautiful heritage gardens ....they surround our homestead and have been developed over a hundred years. On site is a famous Queensland Kauri tree that is 23 feet around....they say it is possibly the southern most of its type in the world. The homestead was originally on 900 acres and was built to be a self contained farm community with tennis courts ...polo grounds...ballroom and was well known for its garden parties. The homestead and gardens have been brought back to lovely original condition. Things to do. within 10 minutes from the house...... Jet boating up the Whanganui River to the bridge To Nowhere. Catch the Waimarie paddle steamer and cruise up the river . Visit heritage Whanganui town .....voted NZ most beautiful heritage town. Visit Virginia Lake and NZ most famous little Winter Garden. Visit the Durie Hill Elevator and Tower . The famous Glass Works where you can watch artisans ..
Myself and my wife have spent the last few years restoring the house and gardens to its original immaculate condition,. We have a passion for old homes and think they should be preserved for future generations to enjoy. These heritage properties need to be lived in and brought back to life by families who love them . .These old homesteads have such great history. When you live in them they feel alive with their groans and quirks......i think they are talking to you.
Being only 5 klm from the main street of Whanganui but being in the country is a great asset. You can go river up the Whanganui River in canoes...paddle steamer ....jet boats. You can visit Bushy House for High Tea or lunch and walk through a hundred acres of lovely native bush ...predator free. Visit the glass works and watch artisans blow glass shapes. Catch a coffee up at Virginia Lake and then pop next door to our famous Winter Garden. Look at our lovely Heritage buildings in town and then visit one of our many antique shops. Or you can visit Sargeant Gallery at 38 Taupo Quay ansd check out what is on currant display . There are many other galleries in town to check out as well. We have a great museum with the largest collection of Gottfried Lindauer paintings in the world. After all this you can relax on your deck in our unit and have a wine or beer and enjoy the setting sun...
Languages spoken: English,Cantonese,Chinese

Area info

Amenities of Arles Historical Homestead
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Walk-in closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Electric blankets
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Bike tours
  • Walking tours
  • Temporary art galleries
    Off-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Fishing
    Off-site
Outdoor & View
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building Characteristics
  • Detached
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/out
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Baby safety gates
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • 24-hour security
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Cantonese
  • Chinese

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Arles Historical Homestead takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Arles Historical Homestead 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Arles Historical Homestead

  • Arles Historical Homestead has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Arles Historical Homestead offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Bike tours
    • Temporary art galleries
    • Walking tours

  • The prices at Arles Historical Homestead may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Arles Historical Homestead is 3 miles from the center of Whanganui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Arles Historical Homestead on this page.

  • Check-in at Arles Historical Homestead is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Yes, Arles Historical Homestead is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Arles Historical Homestead on this page.

  • Arles Historical Homestead can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.