Title: 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. Vacation home in Whanganui with fireplace ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120662900/120662888/538d3fed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120662900/120662888/02449930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120662900/120662888/2ec577e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120662900/120662888/7cd2193c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120670000/120662900/120662888/d2fbabb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms861 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. 'The Dogbox' was built by Patchwork Architecture in 2012. Sited on a steep centrally located section, the property is surrounded by native planting. It's a quiet, comfortable, sun drenched house that's perfect for families or friends to escape to. The kitchen is fully equiped to cook during your stay, and the outdoor fire and seating make it a perfect place to relax outdoors. Open plan living downstairs with a fireplace, two bedrooms upstairs with queen beds, and a large 2.7m desk where you can work remotely. It's a private and secluded setting while only being a 10 minute walk from town. Please note access is via 50 external steps, and there are internal stairs to get to the bedrooms. We also have a firm no pets or parties policy. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 861 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38023300/38023262/82b67a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic summer house by the sea Castlecliff - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 107 reviews CA $95 CA $176 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=38023262&PinnedHotelID=38023262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38079100/38079097/031e7204.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kokako Lodge Wanganui Gonville - Free WiFi - Laundry - Microwave - Kitchen 9.6 Exceptional 39 reviews CA $131 CA $245 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=38079097&PinnedHotelID=38079097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/f0738d11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Westmere - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $99 CA $166 total includes taxes & fees Dec 1 - Dec 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=114703574&PinnedHotelID=114703574&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34100000/34096800/34096781/46d9b6ec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax in the Wanganui Dunes Castlecliff - Ocean view - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.6 Exceptional 303 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-09&endDate=2025-12-10&selected=34096781&PinnedHotelID=34096781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102334000/102333910/b78ab223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy guest sleep out with sauna on dairy farm Pakaraka - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 10 Exceptional 11 reviews CA $91 CA $130 total includes taxes & fees Nov 26 - Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=102333910&PinnedHotelID=102333910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113600000/113590500/113590488/e5bda797.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hawkstone Hideaway - Your Peaceful Getaway Ratana - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews CA $97 CA $137 total includes taxes & fees Nov 27 - Nov 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-27&endDate=2025-11-28&selected=113590488&PinnedHotelID=113590488&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910200/37910180/a19ba4aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful old villa apartment in charming setting. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### National rating For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-39.92738%2C175.06107&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=eCc3VoQY1AAKHW-7gn9V1B3GLtg=) Whanganui, Manawatū-Whanganui Region #### What's nearby - Durie Hill Elevator - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Memorial Tower - 15 min walk - 1.3 km - Sarjeant Gallery - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 1 min drive - 0.8 km - Whanganui Museum - 1 min drive - 1.1 km #### Getting around - Whanganui (WAG) - 9 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Stellar - ‬16 min walk - ‪Red Lion Inn - ‬12 min walk - ‪Rutland Arms Inn - ‬18 min walk - ‪Mischief - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Brick House - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui.? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. located? > Located in Bastia Hill, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Kowhai Park and Durie Hill Elevator. Memorial Tower and Wanganui Community Arts Centre are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 'The Dogbox' Architectural home in Central Whanganui. Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### dani d. Oct 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic fun place to stay! ##### dani d. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick s. Nov 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A wonderful private getaway minutes from the cafes and galleries of Whanganui. The hosts are lovely. Highly recommend this place. ##### Nick s. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025