[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Balgownie Estate Vacation home in Whanganui with kitchen ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/f46eb600.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/08aacfac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/9664f9ee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/80556328.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/9ac3136f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Balgownie Estate provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Washer - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Balgownie Estate Recently renovated, quiet and peaceful in a small cul-de-sac in Gonville close to the Whanganui River, this is a two bedroom (with sofa-bed in the lounge) townhouse offering a full kitchen, brand new bathroom, and extra outdoor dining areas and bbq. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Separate dining area ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Deck/patio - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 - Garden ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114860000/114860000/114859957/5ebdf474.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Tiny living, Big escape! 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Whanganui East - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 64 reviews CA $122 CA $203 total includes taxes & fees Oct 17 - Oct 18 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=37910180&PinnedHotelID=37910180&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910300/37910231/86fd5780.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charmae Guest House by the river. 7 x Beds, (sleeps 10) Plus powered van site Whanganui Central - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 123 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=37910231&PinnedHotelID=37910231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area Gonville, a neighborhood in Whanganui, is home to this vacation home. Queens Park and Moutoa Gardens reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Ward Observatory and Durie Hill Elevator. Whanganui Museum and Bason Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. 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This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Whanganui-Hotels-Balgownie-Estate.h112329624.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Where is Balgownie Estate located? > Located in Gonville, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Putiki Church, Watt Fountain, and Wanganui Community Arts Centre. Whanganui River Markets and New Zealand Glassworks are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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