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Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views

Apartment in Brunswick with kitchenette and balcony

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Outdoor dining
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Brunswick, Manawatu-Wanganui
  • Place, Whanganui Museum
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Durie Hill Elevator
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Castlecliff Beach
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whanganui (WAG)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Balcony

About this property

Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views

Nestled in 2 acres of land with stunning rural views. Quiet and tranquil with abundant birdlife depending on the season. Newly built in December 2022 this studio has been well designed for comfort and is just 15 minutes from Whanganui. Easy drive to beaches and the river. Great market every Saturday morning and thriving art community.

The space
A private studio on our lifestyle property, with balcony and ensuite consisting of a shower, handbasin and toilet. The kitchenette has a microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster and coffee plunger. Queen bed and 1 arm chair. BBQ and outdoor table with 2 chairs. Please note that entry is up 3 steps onto the deck.

Guest access
Total use of studio and deck

Other things to note
Guests will need a car to get to amenities. Continental breakfast provided on day one of your stay.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number No

About the area

Brunswick

Located in Brunswick, this apartment is in a rural area. Watt Fountain and Memorial Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Kowhai Park and Virginia Lake. Whanganui Museum and Ward Observatory are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching.
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Brunswick, Manawatu-Wanganui

What's nearby

  • Virginia Lake - 15 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum - 16 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Whanganui Museum - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Durie Hill Elevator - 16 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Castlecliff Beach - 23 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Whanganui (WAG) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Curious - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Caroline's Boatshed Bar & Eatery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Springvale Cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Mischief - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Wild Bean Cafe - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views?

As of 13 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views on 14 November 2025 start from NZ$126.5, 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.

What time is check-in at Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cosy retreat, nestled in tranquil rural land with lovely views located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is within 9 miles (15 km) of Kowhai Park, Virginia Lake and Queens Park. Moutoa Gardens and Sarjeant Gallery are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

alan k.

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

Excellent Stay

It was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All was well Jean, grateful thanks. Very comfy mattress :) & all was positive. Whanganui is a great city to explore.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

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

Just What We Needed

We stayed 2 nights. Loved that our neighbors were a friendly horse and cow. Very clean and comfortable. Friendly host with great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Tranquil location

This is a thoughtfully set up studio which had everything we needed for 2 nights (including cereal and yoghurt breakfast). Wee bbq was a good supplement to petite kitchenette. The studio is private and has a peaceful rural outlook- we enjoyed watching the farm animals and fantails from deck. Excellent quality and value accommodation
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful quiet location, compact space but with everything that we needed. The bed was comfortable, the shower was great, and the breakfast was an added bonus. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I loved my stay here The location is peaceful and the accommodation was well thought out and easy to access There is a delightful private deck for relaxing on. I had great communication with the hosts, and I would definitively stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little spot with a beautiful view.Very cozy. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dixie A.

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

Serene Country Getaway

Beautiful serene spot in country surroundings. We had a lovely, comfortable stay. Wonderful shower pressure. Clean, quiet with everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan-Marie T.

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

Fabulous!

Great space, quiet, beautiful environment. Cat, cows and horse an added bonus!! Very comfortable bed. Parking space was convenient .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

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

Private and quiet

The studio was beautifully clean. I had a horse and a cow watching me do yoga on the deck.Close to Bushy Park and Pukekos Nest Cafe.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trudie D.

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

Lovely peaceful setting

Nice very private little space, beautifully decorated. Lovely outlook onto garden and countryside. A little bit out of town but worth the 10 min drive for quiet and tranquil place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

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

Super cute and cosy

Nice breakfast provided with a cute cat friend to greet you in the morning
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liza C.

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

Amazing studio!

Highly recommended, lovely location, private, beautifully presented and all you need for a wonderful stay. It's simply lovely - make sure you pick here to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Exactly what I was looking for

Great quiet spot a short drive from town.perfect for my needs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oliver S.

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

Perfect spot

Peaceful and the ideal spot to unwind.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle B.

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

Retreat

Perfect , quiet , clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny & Colin B.

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

Fantastic

I felt the property was undersold by the owners as we loved it so much and wanted to take it all home with us and so wished we were able to stay a lot longer. Thank you for the wonderful stay.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Brett D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Really good

Very clean , Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

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

Night stay in rural Whanganui

Really good little unit not far out of city
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ilse B.

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

Cozy country retreat

Enjoyable stay for 3 nights while visiting friends and exploring Whanganui. Very comfortable, quiet and private space. Good bed with plenty of warm blankets. Special treat to have bacon and eggs supplied! Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni M.

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

Lovely little Place

Perfect spot, highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

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

Long-weekend Visit

A well appointed and very cosy little unit. Our hosts were kind and thoughtful. The breakfast was generous. A quiet farm setting, well located for exploring Whanganui.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jean

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We moved to Whanganui six years ago and bought our first ever lifestyle block. We love the peacefulness and all our animals love it too - two mini schnauzers, a cat who rules the place, Maggie the horse and some cows.

Why they chose this property

Brunswick is an easy drive into town and a lovely little community.

What makes this property unique

If you want a bit of peace and quiet just to unwind then you should enjoy staying in Flax Studio.

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