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Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath

Family-friendly holiday home in Palmerston North

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Living area
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Room
Room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 21

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, The Square
  • Place, Arena Manawatu
  • Place, Palmerston North Hospital
  • Airport, Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath

Bnb located behind the College st shops. A minutes walk from cafe, liquorland, dairy, sushi shop, bakery and a $2 shop.

Security camera operating over entry/driveway area so please ensure your numbers are reflected accurately.
Please book for correct number. Excess bedrooms will be locked off or security cameras checked.
If this sounds harsh, its because many before have tried it and we have had to put measures in place ;)
The space
Standard layout;
Bedroom 1; Queen
Bedroom 2; Superking
Bedroom 3; Queen
Bedroom 4; Superking
Bedroom 5; Queen

Please note we are happy to take bigger bookings as we can easily add in more beds for larger groups. Mattresses range between medium and soft.
The max capacity we can take is 15 people. This is only available with advance notice.

Bedroom 1; Queen
Bedroom 2; Superking & Single, or 3 singles
Bedroom 3; Queen and single, or 3 singles
Bedroom 4; Superking and 2 singles, or 5 singles
Bedroom 5; Queen and single, or 3 singles
There is space to fit a single or two more in some rooms on request.

If you have any questions, please feel free to ask me.

Located behind the local shops.
The shops include a cafe, bakery, sushi shop, $2 store, vets, Liquorland, library, and pharmacy. About a 5-minute drive to the centre of town.

The spa pool takes about 5-6 people.
Guest access
Private entry behind shops.
Plenty of parking onsite.
Other things to note
Private entry behind shops.
Plenty of parking onsite.
No gate over entry so please be cautious of children and dogs.
Dogs allowed outside only.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 10 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Palmerston North

Awapuni, a neighbourhood in Palmerston North, is home to this holiday home. Centrepoint Theatre and New Zealand Rugby Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Esplanade Scenic Railway and De Molen, Windmill. Travelling with kids? Consider Eketahuna Kiwi Country Information Centre, or check out an event or a game at Arena Manawatu.
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Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Centrepoint Theatre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Square - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Arena Manawatu - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Palmerston North Convention Centre - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Palmerston North Hospital - 7 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

  • Palmerston North (PMR-Palmerston North Intl.) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Esplanade - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Factory - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Brewers Apprentice - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lone Star - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Moxies Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath?

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath on 16 November 2025 start from NZ$419.76, including taxes and fees. 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 for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Riverdale Retreat - spa pool & spa bath located?

This family-friendly Palmerston North holiday home is located in Awapuni, within 2 mi (3 km) of Victoria Esplanade, Esplanade Scenic Railway and New Zealand Rugby Museum. Centrepoint Theatre and Te Manawa are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 14 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Matariki weekend away

Great place, great set up for kids and adults alike and really close to lots of cool things to do!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property, very warm and cosy. Loved the spa and the very generous supply of towels to go with it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina F.

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

Perfect

Everything was perfect, hosts went out of their way to make sure bedrooms were set up exactly how we needed and were overall very accommodating. Would highly recommend and many thanks for making our experience wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place to stay, everything we need and more including a lovely cafe very close. The people are so great to deal with, they go above and beyond. Thank you for making our family stay great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

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

Thankyou

9 of us stayed, with plenty of space for us all. Comfortable and warm. Quiet and private location. For what we needed it was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber N.

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

Fabulous for Groups

This property is well set up for groups, with all the extras that make for a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Declan K.

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

Weekend away

We had a great time at the Riverdale retreat - brilliant location and had everything we needed (and more!). Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea J.

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

Short and Relaxing

What a wonderful home to get together with family or friends. It was warm and had enough space for 5 couples. The Spa pool was a hit and having the shops just a short distance away was a bonus. I would definitely recommend this place. Definitely booking again, maybe an annual event :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

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

Awesome

Wonderful! 10 singles meeting for reunion, and was pleasantly surprised to find the house configures with 10 single beds to accommodate. And a lovely welcome note and wine. Property is so cute! 100% recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

N C.

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

Cute with lots of room

We loved our stay here and found it to be big enough for the 15 of us travelling as a sports team. It was awesome that everyone had their own bed. There is an awesome cafe and bakery nearby. It was only 5 min from our sports arena. The spa was a great way to relax after a big game. We would definitely stay here again if we play Palmy in the future :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Berni P.

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

Great family home

Lovely home with all amenities, clean and tidy, private with shops close by. Would highly recommend. It was wonderful for our large family to all stay together
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zoe C.

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

Great Spot

The house was lovely and clean. Owner was super easy to deal with and even let us check in earlier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross J.

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

Fantastic accommodation suits two families , group of friends

Fantastic property, excellent location to town/ sports fields and shopping. Exactly as described. Extremely comfortable beds, warm and cosy , high quality kitchen and bathrooms. Has excellent facilities with 2 mins walk away, cafe, dairy, chemist, bakery etc. spa was great to relax in at night . Will definitely stay here again and recommend to friends
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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