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Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui

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Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui
  • Virginia Lake
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui

This iconic 1960 family home was designed by local architect Don Wilson, a student of Ludwig Mies van der Rohe. The midcentury modern design features a cantilevered terrace, non-load bearing exterior walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and built-in furniture. It has been beautifully maintained and tastefully restored, with original features like the stereogram, curved wooden panelling and louvered windows. The Wilson House won the 2014 NZIA Enduring Architecture award.

The house is shaped like an "H" - upstairs on one wing are three of the bedrooms. The master bedroom (king) has an ensuite. The kitchen and living areas are on the other side of the house, and open up onto the deck. Downstairs is the fourth bedroom (queen) with an adjoining bathroom, a dedicated workspace, and TV room.

Property manager

Hannah Bliss
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Whanganui

Saint Johns Hill, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, is home to this holiday home. Ward Observatory and Watt Fountain are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Virginia Lake and Queens Park. Whanganui Museum and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting.
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Whanganui, Manawatu-Whanganui

What's nearby

  • Virginia Lake - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Watt Fountain - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Castlecliff Beach - 9 min drive - 8.6 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 16 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Caroline's Boatshed Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Thai House Express 2 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Hut - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Yellow House Cafe - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Midcentury Modern Masterpiece - 4bedroom Home in Whanganui located?

Located in Saint Johns Hill, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Virginia Lake, Kowhai Park and Queens Park. Sarjeant Gallery and Whanganui Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Venue

Seamless stay and a nice venue.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at Wilson House

We had a fantastic stay at this unique mid-century home — full of character, beautifully styled, and incredibly comfortable. It was a truly memorable and relaxing experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic house, we loved the mid century touches, well equipped with plenty of spaces for a big family.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
When I drove up the driveway I couldn’t believe how beautiful the home is! I love mid-century modern architecture, and to me this is like staying in the very best kind of historic home. The place is pretty faithful to its original state, with only minor changes (like a more modern oven plus a dishwasher). Check-in was easy, wifi was good, and the hosts were easy to deal with.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Stay at Wilson House

The house accommodated our group of 6 well in June. The double bedrooms were comfy and the electric blankets appreciated. We did not cook at the house, but the kitchen seemed well equipped. The woodburner in the hallway warmed the living areas on the first floor, but we kept the bedroom doors shut, where we used electric heaters. The couple who stayed downstairs found it cold at this time of year. The house is a few kms from town, so we chose to drive. It was very near Virginia Lake and that was beautiful. Overall a great stay in this architecturally fascinating house. We suggest putting a sign on the lounge fireplace as it is not in use.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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Hosted by Hannah Bliss

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