Headlands Estate

174 Kauangaroa Road, 4577 Whanganui, New Zealand – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.4/10! <small>(score from <b>133</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
133 reviews
Gallery image of Headlands Estate in Whanganui
a house with palm trees in front of it at Headlands Estate in Whanganui
a blue bedroom with a bed and a window at Headlands Estate in Whanganui
a bathroom with a toilet and a glass shower at Headlands Estate in Whanganui
+20 photos

Headlands Estate

Lock in a great price for Headlands Estate – rated 9.4 by recent guests!

to get started.

Lock in a great price for Headlands Estate – rated 9.4 by recent guests! to get started.

Headlands Estate in Whanganui provides adults-only accommodations with a garden, a terrace, and barbecue facilities. This homestay offers a shared lounge. 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. Buffet and continental breakfast options with fruit and juice are available daily at the homestay. With an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area, this homestay offers plenty of opportunities to chill out. RNZAF Base Ohakea is 26 miles from Headlands Estate, while Feilding Livestock Centre is 29 miles away. The nearest airport is Whanganui Airport, 12 miles from the accommodation.

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

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Show me more
Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free Private Parking Available On Site

Saved to 20 lists

Availability

Select dates to see this property's availability and prices

—
Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.
Something went wrong – please try again later.

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.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Whanganui
Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Klaus
    Thailand Thailand
    “Beautiful old style country mansion - immaculately kept and manicured gardens. The hosts are extremely welcoming & generous”
  • June
    New Zealand New Zealand
    “Beautiful home inside and out! Loved the Rimu floors and ceilings. The hosts are super hospitable and nice. They thought about everything! Their dog Ruby is very friendly also. Such a cutie.”
  • 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”

Hosted by Annette and Steve Cox

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
Annette and Steve Cox
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.
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.
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

Area info

Amenities of Headlands Estate
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • 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
  • Game room
Living Area
  • Sitting 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 available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Laundry
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.

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 Headlands Estate 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.

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

FAQs about Headlands Estate

  • Check-in at Headlands Estate is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

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

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

    • Game room

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

  • 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