Title: Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Apartment in Whanganui with kitchen and patio ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/f0738d11.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, travel cot, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/b4e33753.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/854d2d1e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/8a427598.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114710000/114703600/114703574/222010c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Washer - Parking available - Air conditioning - Free WiFi £94 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Enjoy the sounds of nature and beautiful rural views in this peaceful and private self contained unit. Situated a 10-15 minute walk to Virginia Lake and a short distance to town. Full kitchen with Nespresso machine, separate bedroom with queen bed and ensuite bathroom. There is a futon couch in the kitchen/living room area for additional guests if required. A port a cot is also available. Pets allowed on request, there is a double kennel & run available for use. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Family friendly - Travel cot ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38030000/38023300/38023262/82b67a57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic summer house by the sea Castlecliff - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space 8.8 Excellent 105 reviews £99 includes taxes & fees 30 Oct - 31 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=38023262&PinnedHotelID=38023262&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38080000/38079100/38079097/031e7204.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kokako Lodge Wanganui Gonville - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 39 reviews £136 includes taxes & fees 13 Oct - 14 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=38079097&PinnedHotelID=38079097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3540000/3533900/3533869/3bf5716d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Aotea Motor Lodge Whanganui Central - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 395 reviews £82 includes taxes & fees 12 Oct - 13 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=3533869&PinnedHotelID=3533869&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102334000/102333910/b78ab223.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy guest sleep out with sauna on dairy farm Pakaraka - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 10 reviews £74 includes taxes & fees 10 Oct - 11 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-11&selected=102333910&PinnedHotelID=102333910&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![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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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 ## About the area Located in Westmere, a neighbourhood in Whanganui, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Virginia Lake and Queens Park, while Whanganui Museum and Whanganui Riverboat Centre and Museum are cultural highlights. Ward Observatory and Durie Hill Elevator are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and ecotours. 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Whanganui Museum and Moutoa Gardens are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Tui's Retreat - Peaceful, Private, and Close to Town Reviews 9.8 ### 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.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cam C. 7 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic property! Was a great setup and everything that i needed. Great hosts - highly recommended. I will be back to that one ##### Cam C. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Libbie 28 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Great setting, super private, great outdoor area ... everything has been thought of. Walking distance to Virginia Lake. ##### Libbie Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shamini S. 15 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Best of the best! I had a truly wonderful stay. Although I was traveling for work this location was serene and surrounded by beautiful nature - Perfect for disconnecting and unwinding after a long day. The home was clean, cozy and thoughtfully prepared, well equipped with everything I needed for a comfortable stay. Kathie was extremely responsive, making the entire experience seamless. I would absolutely recommend this place to anyone looking for a quiet escape. I hope to return again soon. ##### Shamini S. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rose C. 2 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Rose C. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025