Birds Ferry Lodge offers luxury lodge accommodation on the Northern West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. Located near Westport, midway, between the North of the Island and the Glaciers, makes it the perfect spot to break your journey.
The Lodge is located on our 33 acre rural property, surrounded by native bush and Pakihi. Guests can enjoy a selection of short walks here and throughout the Buller area. The solid timber construction and the unique natural surroundings offer you peace and tranquillity.
Guest accommodation is luxurious and private, designed with your comfort in mind. We offer luxury bed and breakfast accommodation with the option of enjoying fine food and wines dinner, in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Our breakfasts are legendary!
The Lodge
Purpose built on the edge of a glacial terrace, Birds Ferry Lodge overlooks native forest in the valley below and the Tasman Sea beyond. The Lodge is the centre piece of our 33 acre property which you are welcome to explore On arrival you will enjoy a warm welcome from your hosts, then luxury and relaxation awaits you.
• Private Access onto deck with outdoor seating/dining area.
• All rooms have En Suite facilities, 2 with baths
• Luxury hand made toiletries and decadent monogrammed fluffy bathrobes.
• Heated towel rails in bathrooms, and radiators in bedrooms.
• Electric Blankets.
• Quality beds, mattresses and linen for a comfortable sleep.
• Two rooms with queen size beds, one room with twins. The twin room has a double bed and a single bed.
• All rooms have screened windows.
• Fresh Cut Flowers.
• Full length mirrors
• Bedside lamps
• Room darkening drapes over large windows.
• All rooms have sea and/or mountain views.
• Wireless internet available through wifi hotspots in all rooms (Small Charge).
• Private access with the deck
• One room with wheelchair friendly facility
Guest Lounge
The spacious guest lounge is there for you to relax in during your stay at Birds Ferry Lodge. Comfy leather upholstery and a roaring log fire in front of the huge windows where you can take in the view out to the ocean and the Totara Valley below. Enjoy a welcome refreshment on arrival accompanied by some of Alison's home baking or a pre dinner aperitif from the house bar. Dinners are our specialty so be sure to book. The library is stocked with a selection of magazines and books with something to interest most. There is also a supply of board games and puzzles for a day indoors.
The semi remote, rural location means that the wildlife is in abundance. The native Weka visits the garden and at night the call of the Kiwi has been heard from the Lodge. Wild deer have been spotted from the deck and whilst enjoying the spa after dark guests are kept company by our local Common Owl who rests on the back of the chair right beside them! Tui and Bell birds visit the well stocked bird table.
Ferry Man's Cottage
Ferry Man's Cottage offers an exclusive self contained lakeside retreat set in it's own private gardens within the 33 acre property. Located on the edge of a small lake, 2 km from the highway and, with only native Wekas, Pukekos and wild ducks as neighbors this is a most peaceful spot. Ideally located, midway between the West Coast glaciers and Nelson/Picton, makes it the perfect spot to break your journey on the West Coast.
The solid timber cottage is finished to a very high standard and designed to take in the panoramic mountain and ocean views- all the luxury touches of Birds Ferry Lodge but with a fully equipped kitchen in your own very private setting. Luxurious interiors are warmed by a roaring fire meaning the cottage is cosy at all times of the year. There is a TV, DVD player (with DVDs) for those who would miss one and a cd player, magazines and games. Cell phone reception is usually good here.
The accommodation comprises 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 Queen with 4 poster bed and the second room has a king twin double bed which can be split to become a twin. There is an additional comfortable double sleep sofa in the lounge. Extra beds can be provided for children if required. All rates quoted are for double occupancy. Additional guests $30 per person per night. During the summer months we prefer to let the cottage for a minimum of 2 nights but do not be afraid to ask if you only require one night. The accommodation is suited to families, couples or small groups who are seeking luxury holiday accommodation on the west coast of New Zealand.
The cottage has decks and outdoor furniture back and front meaning you can enjoy the sunshine at any time of the day - especially those famous West Coast sunsets over the ocean. By the front deck there is an OUTDOOR BATH with HOT RUNNING WATER from where you can watch the sun go down in spectacular fashion. All cottage rooms have screened windows.
The modern fully tiled bathroom has a shower and a bath and is supplied with large towels and luxury toiletries, hairdryer and heater. Under floor heating adds that luxury touch. The cottage has an ample supply of hot water.
A fully equipped kitchen includes microwave, oven, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. A BBQ is also provided. Your tariff includes a welcome pack of breakfast supplies to get you started - homemade bread and preserves, bacon, our own free range eggs, milk tea and coffee.
Okari Hideaway
A holiday for the mind - Okari Lake.
• Lakeside Chalet with one double bedroom, Sleeps 4.
• Gas cooking and solar lighting.
• Breakfast ingredients and welcome pack supplied.
• Weekly/multiple night rates available - please ask.
• Boat included
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