About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Gumnut House in Whanganui offers a bed and breakfast experience with comfortable rooms featuring private bathrooms, air-conditioning, and garden views. Each room includes a dining area, sofa, and modern amenities such as a refrigerator and TV. Relaxing Facilities: Guests can unwind on the sun terrace or in the garden, enjoy free WiFi, and utilise the outdoor seating area. Additional amenities include bicycle parking, free on-site private parking, and a paid airport shuttle service. Delicious Breakfast: A continental breakfast is served in-room, highly praised by guests for its quality and variety. The property also provides a paid breakfast option for those who prefer a more substantial meal. Convenient Location: Located 5 km from Whanganui Airport and 48 km from RNZAF Base Ohakea, Gumnut House offers easy access to local attractions. The quiet street setting ensures a peaceful stay.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Breakfast info

Continental

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Katrina
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Maryann and Barry were the perfect hosts. They have thought of everything to make a stay at Gumnut House a great experience. The homemade biscuits to go with the tea and coffee was an especially nice touch. We wouldn't hesitate to book this...
  • Wolland
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfasts were lovely and beautifully prepared. The whole experience was fabulous. Excellent location. Maryann was a top host. 10/10
  • Mary-anne
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast was excellent, especially the handout fruit salad. The choice of cereal was great and the toast was delicious. Maryann took time to discuss our choices when we checked in and I really appreciated it. Maryann was very warm and...
  • Heather
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Gumnut House is beautiful in a lovely garden.. The rooms are large and beautfully done out Mary Anne was an attentive host. There were even homemade biscuits. Breakfast was excellent.
  • Richard
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very clean, tidy and with everything we needed and more. Our breakfasts were fabulous.
  • Jocelyn
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Comfortable spacious living room, extra comfy bed,delicious freshly prepared breakfasts and a very friendly host...what more could one ask for?
  • Maree
    New Zealand New Zealand
    It was a beautiful home.Very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed fabulous breakfasts and the home baking. Maryann and Barry were excellent hosts, friendly and welcoming. Will definitely stay there again..
  • Rachel
    Germany Germany
    The property was beautiful and the house was very clean. Friendly hosts and a wonderful breakfast. We would absolutely stay here again!
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    What a little gem to have had the pleasure to stay at. The host was very friendly and helpful nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation includes a lounge area with tv, drink making facilities, fridge and microwave. I really liked the...
  • Juline
    France France
    I had a great night at Gumnut House. Maryann was very kind, welcoming, smiling and attentive; I'm delighted to have met her! I slept very well in this bed, the accommodation being very quiet. The whole experience was very satisfactory, from my...

Hosted by Barry and Maryann

9.9
Host review score
Barry and Maryann
Nestled in half an acre of garden, Gumnut House will delight and charm you. You can sit ouside and watch the Tui and wood pigeon playing in the Gumnut tree. One minute walk will get you to the Riverbank which you can walk along to get to the main street in about 10 minutes. Guests love the fact that they get Bedroom,bathroom,and lounge/dining area to themselves,and never have to share amenities with anyone else.
Your hosts are Barry and Maryann. We are kiwis and love meeting new people. We like muscle cars,music,friends and getting together with our family. We are famous for our Hospitality,and like guests to relax and enjoy their time with us.
We are across the road from the iconic Kowhai park,and a short walk,,bike or run to town,along the picturesque riverbank. We are in a safe,friendly neighbourhood,and everything is close to get to.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

House rules

Gumnut House. takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 09:30 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Adult (18+ years)
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Prices for 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 allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no cots available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Gumnut House. in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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