Boasting mountain views, Shurinji features accommodation with a spa and wellness centre and a patio, around 44 km from RNZAF Base Ohakea. Featuring a shared kitchen, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The bed and breakfast features a satellite TV. The bed and breakfast offers bed linen, towels and housekeeping service. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities and also request grocery delivery. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Feilding Livestock Centre is 49 km from Shurinji. The nearest airport is Whanganui Airport, 8 km from the accommodation.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Free private parking available on-site


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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
7.5
High score for Whanganui
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  • Johan
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Andrew and Penny were very welcoming. Even let us partake in dinner with them. Very nice and enjoyable. Penny showed us her marvellous garden. Beautiful house.
  • Penny
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Beautiful location and setting! Wonderful, friendly and super helpful hosts.
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    You couldn't find a more welcoming and hospitable B&B. Andy and Penny treated us like best friends/family and it was lovely to share a delicious breakfast and conversation with them. A guided tour of their beautiful garden will be a highlight...
Quality rating
This property is rated 3 out of 5 as compared to other homes and apartments on our site. The rating is based on overall quality using factors such as review score, facilities, size, location and service.

Hosted by Andrew and Penny

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Andrew and Penny
“Shurinji”-means a garden to cherish. Designed and created by Susan and Patrick Edmonds fourteen years ago from 3 and a half acres of bare land. Shurinji lives up to its Japanese inspired name with many cherry trees, a man-made lake bounded with graceful weeping willows, water lilies and many bridges, (a tribute to the famous Monet inspired garden in Japan) with strategically placed statues and a gazebo with roses and wisteria growing over the roof. The topiaries continue the theme as you wander along walkways with surprises at every turn. Many guests remark on how peaceful the property is.
Penny and Andrew live onsite. We are both very social people and enjoy helping our guests get the best experience from their stay in Whanganui. Andrew is the cook and will prepare anything locally available for breakfast as requested.
We are 5 km from the city centre. You can be parked in the main street in 10 minutes. We will delight in helping you find places to visit once we get to know you and your interests.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Shurinji
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
Activities
  • Archery
    Additional charge
  • Bike tours
    Additional charge
  • Tennis equipment
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Horse riding
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Dining area
Media & Technology
  • Satellite channels
  • Fax
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Fruits
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Cleaning services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Pet bowls
  • Pet basket
  • Grocery deliveries
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Entire unit located on ground floor
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Spa and wellness centre
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Shurinji takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:00 to 20:30

Check-out

From 07:30 to 10:00

 

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 room.

Curfew

Entry to the property will be closed between the hours of 23:30 and 06:30

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 70 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

Pets

Free! Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Legal information

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

FAQs about Shurinji

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Shurinji on this page.

  • Check-in at Shurinji is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

  • Room options at Shurinji include:

    • Double

  • The prices at Shurinji may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

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

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Canoeing
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Tennis equipment
    • Bike tours
    • Archery
    • Horse riding

  • Shurinji is 3.1 miles from the centre of Whanganui. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.