Title: The Blue House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109212245&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Blue House Vacation home in Whanganui with kitchen ## Photo gallery for The Blue House ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - The Blue House (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109220000/109212300/109212245/4d9b2451.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books, stereo - The Blue House (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109220000/109212300/109212245/ef188b37.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - The Blue House (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109220000/109212300/109212245/d99cd6a7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Blue House (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109220000/109212300/109212245/c3c42472.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Blue House (Whanganui)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109220000/109212300/109212245/fc56470e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Centrally located in the heart of Whanganui, this villa offers a sun-filled backyard and comfortable living spaces. Enjoy quality time with family in the spacious dining area and kitchen or take a short walk along the river to town. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - 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 Blue House Your family will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located place. A short drive or 20 minute walk along the Whanganui river into town, several beaches and other local attractions nearby. This is a 3 bedroom;, 1 bathroom, 1 living room villa with a sun-filled backyard, kitchen and dining area. The main bedroom has a super king bed, bedroom two has 2 king single beds and a trundler bed can be set-up in the third bedroom. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV - Stereo ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37920000/37910300/37910231/bb1835db.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=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=37910231&PinnedHotelID=37910231&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112330000/112329700/112329624/f46eb600.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Balgownie Estate Gonville - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=112329624&PinnedHotelID=112329624&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99740000/99739900/99739851/b099f3fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Renagour Cottage - Rural charm with outdoor hot tub! 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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 ## About the area Whanganui Central, a neighborhood in Whanganui, is home to this vacation home. Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Watt Fountain and Durie Hill Memorial Tower. Ward Observatory and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting. 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Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Blue House Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett B. Jan 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home Great character home that’s been well renovated. The garden was a bonus with veggies, fruit and herbs. ##### Brett B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elena L. May 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house in great location The house was lovely, and felt like a home. It had a lovely garden with herbs and fruit trees including lots of fejoas which was a real treat. Would stay again. Thanks! ##### Elena L. Stayed 12 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire B. Mar 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely place to stay In town for a wedding. Great amenities in the house. My husband particularly enjoyed the SKY sport chanel! ##### Claire B. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui D. Apr 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house Excellent location, handy to shops and sport venues. Home had everything we needed, especially with laundry facilities, with having to wash sports uniforms everyday. Lovely outdoor area to enjoy, couldn't ask for a nicer place. ##### Jacqui D. 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