Luxury Accommodation Franz Josef and the West Coast
Properties within the Franz Josef and the West Coast area
Properties outside the Franz Josef and the West Coast area
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Rough and Tumble Bush Lodge
- Seddonville, Westport, Northern West Coast Guest and Hosted - 4 Star Plus
From the front deck you can almost cast a fishing line into the mighty Mokihinui River. From each room, the jagged edge of Mt Glasgow silhouettes an untouched sky. Any direction you look, you're immersed in the native wilderness of the West Coast.
Our main lodge epitomises rustic elegance, with massive red beech dining tables and handcrafted stone fireplace. Our five beautifully appointed guest rooms, each named after a gold mine from the 1870s, feature sweeping views from King or twin single beds both downstairs and in our unique bird's eye view lofts; and ensuite bathrooms.
The tariff (as stated for single or double occupancy)includes superb 'rustic gourmet' dinners, homecooked breakfasts and picnic lunches for guests with us more than one night. Enjoy our bushwalks and kayaks, wander along the famous Charming Creek Walkway, visit deserted local beaches and the beautiful Oparara Arches. Or simply while away the hours in front of the fire, watching the river.
Nearby activities: Heritage Attractions, Scenic Attractions, Conventions/Venues, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Canoeing & Kayaking, Fresh Water Fishing, Rafting, Bird Watching
Nearby popular destinations: Nelson, Hanmer Springs, Franz Josef, West Coast
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Awatuna Homestead
- Hokitika, Westland Guest and Hosted - 4 Star Plus
A family home since 1874, seacoast between Greymouth & Hokitika, The Homestead is an eco-friendly accommodation 2 hrs from Glaciers, 2 hrs from Punakaiki Rocks, 3.5 hrs from Christchurch. Base yourselves at the Homestead, take relaxing short trips to interesting & exciting places on the West Coast. Enjoy a relaxing wine, beer &, if you wish, listen to Hemi's Maori cultural storytelling, evening dinner of classic country fare, prepared & cooked at the Homestead by Pauline. At evening's end make your way to your ensuite bedrooms & sink into the luxurious warmth & comfort of fabulous beds for a great night's sleep. Wake up feeling refreshed, enjoy a breakfast of homemade muesli, fruit, organic yoghurt, fresh-baked bread & eggs from the Homestead chickens. Vintage cars, hot tub, extensive gardens compliment your Homestead experience.
5 guest rooms all with ensuites; 1 private bathroom.
Nearby activities: Arts & Crafts, Cultural Attractions, Galleries, Heritage Attractions, Museums, Farms, Gardens, Scenic Attractions, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Golf, Walking/Trekking, Salt Water Fishing
Nearby popular destinations: Marlborough, Nelson, Kaikoura, Hanmer Springs, Christchurch/Akaroa, Franz Josef, Mount Cook, Wanaka, Queenstown, Fiordland/Milford Sound, Dunedin, The Catlins, Stewart Island, Invercargill, West Coast, Lake Tekapo
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Rimu Lodge
- Hokitika, Westland. Guest and Hosted - 5 Star
Imagine a place so pristine, beautiful and peaceful that you will be struck by the absolute silence and sheer majesty of your surroundings. A land that time has forgotten, where you can truly relax and take in the splendour of native New Zealand bush, snow clad mountains and the Hokitika River running through fertile farmlands. Rimu Lodge is this place.
Rimu Lodge is a purpose built luxury lodge accommodation. Taking maximum advantage of the wonderful views, rooms are casually elegant, tastefully decorated, with central heating, double glazed windows, ensuite bathrooms with heated towel rails, demisting mirrors and hair dryers. All rooms have refrigerators and tea and coffee making facilities.
As the perfect retreat, you will be able to take time out and go at your own pace, surrounded by warmth, beauty and in winter the ambience of a roaring open fire.
Nearby activities: Flightseeing, Arts & Crafts, Galleries, Scenic Attractions, Caving, Boat Cruises, Fresh Water Canoeing & Kayaking, Fresh Water Fishing, Bird Watching
Nearby popular destinations: Nelson, Christchurch/Akaroa, Franz Josef, Wanaka, Queenstown, Fiordland/Milford Sound, West Coast
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Holly Homestead
- Franz Josef Glacier Guest and Hosted - 4 Star Plus
The rimu timbers of this colonial homestead seem to whisper history. Built in 1926 for the Paganini family you can sense that the people who lived here lived well.
Your NZ born hosts Bernadine and Gerard have tenderly refurbished and extended the original farmhouse, staying true to the Arts & Crafts architecture while creating a boutique B&B.
Start your day early with a panoramic view of the Franz Josef neve from the breakfast table. Go exploring at your own pace and come home to a glacial sunset. Enjoy the guest lounge and a glass of port before retiring to your welcoming bed.
1 Deluxe Suite with super king bed
2 Superior rooms with super king/twin bed/s
1 Standard room with queen sized bed
all with private ensuite bathroom facilities.
1 downstairs room is wheelchair accessible.
Children 12+ welcome.
Nearby activities: Flightseeing, Scenic Attractions, Horse Treks, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Canoeing & Kayaking, Bird Watching
Nearby popular destinations: Franz Josef, West Coast
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Franz Josef Glacier Country Retreat
- State Highway 6, Lake Mapourika, Franz Josef Glacier Guest and Hosted - 4 Star Plus
Set in 200 acres of peaceful farmland where our pioneer family has resided for over 100 years. The new building's design was inspired by a historical West Coast homestead/hotel. This unique accommodation offers traditional hospitality in luxurious surroundings, looking towards picturesque Lake Mapourika & surrounded by mountains, 5 minutes drive north of Franz Josef village. The rooms have been individually decorated, named and theme after local pioneers' families. All rooms have views and are centrally heated. We also have a special honeymoon suite with a four poster bed and old fashioned clawed-foot bath. Relax in our guest\'s lounge with large gas open fire or our spa-bathroom. Also have guest laundry and outdoor open fire/BBQ for all guests to use. Hearty farm house cooked breakfast. We look forward to sharing with you our special place.
12 luxury guest rooms, 7 superking/twin, 5 queen and all are en-suited (2 with baths).
Nearby activities: Flightseeing, Scenic Attractions, Climbing, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Hunting, Walking/Trekking, Fresh Water Fishing, Salt Water Fishing
Nearby popular destinations: Franz Josef, Mount Cook, Wanaka, West Coast, Lake Tekapo
West Coast
Location
In New Zealand, the "West Coast" generally refers to the narrow strip of land between the South Island's Southern Alps and the Tasman Sea.
General
The West Coast is a wild and sparsely populated region with some of the most dramatic scenery in New Zealand. It is an area of soaring mountain peaks, impressive glaciers, tranquil lakes and raging rivers, lush rainforest and a magnificent coastline that stretches for 600km. Most of its natural environment is still intact and preserved in national parks designated as World Heritage Areas.
The Coast's reputation for hospitality is legendary - "Coasters" display a sincere friendliness and strength of character as unique as their surroundings.
Main Attractions / Activities
The West Coast region offers a variety of short scenic walks and hiking opportunities, as well as exciting adventure activities for all ages and levels of competence. Anglers will find they are in paradise anywhere on the coast, and you’re never far from a country b&b farmstay.
Try rafting a subterranean stream through a weird world of stalactites, stalagmites and glow-worms. Between Westport and Greymouth is a wild, ruggedly beautiful coastline that features the unique Pancake Rocks and blowholes at Punakaiki.
Near Whataroa, on the shores of the Okarito Lagoon, is New Zealand's only nesting colony of the white heron (kotuku). Boat trips on this primeval swamp reveal these elegant birds in their natural glory.
Graded glacier trips at both Fox and Franz Josef accommodate every level of fitness and experience, and there are scenic flights and helicopter excursions for those who wish to view the glaciers from the air.
The coast is also strewn with relics of the heady goldrush days of the 1860s, and tracks and walks explore many of the old workings. You can try your hand at gold panning at Shantytown, a replica goldfield town of last century, near Greymouth, staying in b&b accommodation.
Don't Miss
Oparara arches and honeycomb caves, Karamea
Cape Foulwind seal colony
Coal Town Museum, Westport
Paparoa National Park and Punakaiki pancake rocks and blowholes
Shantytown, Greymouth
Jade Boulder Gallery, Greymouth
Lake Brunner/Moana
Hokitika working artisans and craft galleries
Hokitika West Coast Historical Museum
Lake Kaniere and Hokitika Gorge
White heron sanctuary, Whataroa
Franz Josef and Fox Glaciers
Lake Matheson
Main Centres
Westport - the main town in the north with nearby fur seal colony and in the north the Oparara Caves
Greymouth - the largest town on the Coast for jade crafts and Shantytown
Hokitika - main town in the south for the West Coast Museum, craft galleries and many historic buildings
Franz Josef - glacier hiking and tramping centre
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