Located next to the Whanganui River, Braemar House is a restored historic building offering both BandB accommodation and a separate YHA hostel All rooms at Braemar House Wanganui include central heating Some rooms in the BandB have access to the verandah with garden and river views All BandB rooms are decorated in period design There is a fully equipped kitchen for hostel guests use Breakfast is served in the dining room for BandB guests Both the hostel and BandB have a large lounge with TV, DVD player and a library Wireless internet access and laundry facilities are provided for all guests Free car parking is supplied Barbecue facilities are available in the gardens Braemar House is a 10-minute walk from cafes, restaurants and shops in Wanganui town centre The historic restored paddle steamer Waimarie passes daily in front of the hostel