Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Manawatū-Whanganui

Very clean, well equipped property. We would stay again. Unfortunately the weather thwarted our Tongariro Crossing plans, and there's not a lot to do in the area during poor weather, but the house was well equipped to keep the family entertained.

Absolutely beautiful place with a gorgeous view of the river. The house is one of those places that makes you feel instantly at home. Sally is an epic host, super responsive and kind.

Great property, great spaces and handy to everything.

Perfect homely feel, and everything available for a comfortable stay.

There aren’t words to describe this jaw-dropping property. May be my all-time favorite AirBnb experience! It’s breathtaking in its privacy, scenery and layout and has all the amenities one would need to feel right at home! It accommodated our 8-person property easily. We will absolutely come back for another stay!

What an absolutely stunning place. Beautifully located in nature, with a gorgeous little stream flowing through the garden. The house is beautifully designed and fully equipped – everything you might need is there. Truly a fantastic spot. Hosts Scott and George are real superhosts – thoughtful and caring. Thank you for letting us enjoy your little paradise!

Tim was an amazing host! He was very responsive and made everything easy for us, especially when I needed to add extra guests last minute due to a leg injury. His understanding and flexibility were truly appreciated during a tough time. The place was exactly as listed — clean, cozy, and had everything we needed. The kids especially loved the blackboard, which kept them happily entertained. Thank you, Tim, for your thoughtful hospitality. Would definitely recommend staying here!

Great home for families with good sized bedrooms and bathrooms. The living space was very comfortable, and the addition of a range of family boardgames was great. The home is set in a quiet tranquil area overlooking forest/bush which provided lovely walks. Easy 10mins walk to Carrotland which is an an awesome adventure playground and activity area with pump track, bike tracks, playground etc. Our 7yr old loved it. We had some issues with running water when we arrived but Charlotte was super responsive and helpful and it was all resolved within an hour...and Charlotte provided a wee gift basket (nibbles and wine) in acknowledgement of our being slightly put out. Charlotte was very thoughtful and responsive in managing the whole issue. We will absolutely stay again. It was a lovely comfortable home.

Our recent stay was standout! The accommodations were so beautiful with original period features, stunning architecture and a location that is unbeatable. It was a stay with 5 people- myself, my parents and two children (5 and 7) and there was plenty of room for us all. There was no need to use the car as you are right in town and everything was easily walkable. The river with the paddle boat and Saturday markets was just a 3 minute stroll. The kitchen was well appointed and you are so close to many bars, cafes and restaurants if we didn’t feel like cooking. The bathroom was luxurious with a huge bath and underfloor heating which was a real treat for us. The home was full of lovely furniture and pottery which made it feel very homely and unique. We felt so lucky to stay in one of Whanganui’s historic buildings. We will be recommending to anyone headed to Whanganui :)

This property was close to town, as described, clean and tidy, comfortable beds, nice hot shower, peaceful and quiet. Good clear and precise communication. I would book this property again in the future. Thanks Paul.

Wonderful warm welcome, lovely place, and perfect with 2 bedrooms and 2 ensuites

Private, warm apartment at the Powderhorn end of town. We were inside for the majority of our two nights in Ohakune due to the weather but we were so comfortable and made use of the fully equipped kitchen. Thanks Dion for your great communication. We would stay again.

Lovely location overlooking Lake Taupo and into the sunset. Spacious deck to relax, eat and enjoy the view. Helpful responsive host. Very clean and well equipped living areas. Lovely Millennium Hotel restaurant right across the street. Great location for a relaxing break.

Very welcoming. Host arrived with some freshly baked bread and the fire was warming the house. We recommend staying here!

What a fantastic place! Very well set up with everything you need for a short or long stay. So comfortable and homey. We were just one couple but it also would be super for a large family group. It can sleep a lot of people comfortably and the communal space is large, like what you would find in a lodge. Great location. We walked up from the train and were able to walk to dinner and to some nice trails.

Loved my stay, left in the morning, returned at night, had awesome sleeps, comfortable and warm. Ngā mihi!

Quiet spot in the countryside, lovely to be out of the city but still only 10 mins drive to the nearest supermarket if needed. Hosts give you plenty of privacy and were quick to reply to any messages. Would recommend :)

This place was fantastic – clean, well presented, and fully equipped with everything you need for a great social gathering. It had a welcoming vibe and made our stay super easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!

Charming cottage lovingly restored. Very comfortable. Lovely location. Will definitely try and return.

Absolutely wonderful accommodation, just a short walk to the lake! The house was perfect for us, it was beautifully clean and well appointed. We would love to stay again!

Amazing house and location Nothing like hot tubs and open fires at night! Very good communication from hosts Thank you for having us!

We did not meet the hosts who were unexpectedly away and were redirected to Bird Cottage at no extra cost. Communication was great, the cottage ( a renovated old schoolhouse) was spacious,very peaceful, and had all the amenities we needed. Clean and comfortable and light breakfast provided. Beautiful outlook and a great spot to break a long journey

Like Philippa stated when villa finishes renovation it definitely looks grand and posh. But still loved interiors tastefully decorated furniture and personal touches. All of us enjoyed something different than normal air b&b experience. Thanks