About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Kea Retreat in Franz Josef offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The property features a spacious living room and family rooms, ensuring a pleasant stay for all guests. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, air-conditioning, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and oven. Additional amenities include a terrace, patio, washing machine, and free on-site private parking. Outdoor Spaces: The property offers a beautiful garden with garden views, perfect for relaxation. An outdoor dining area provides a comfortable space to unwind and enjoy the scenery. Convenient Location: Located 135 km from Hokitika Airport, Kea Retreat is highly rated for its convenient location and excellent host. The surrounding area offers various activities such as hiking and fishing, enhancing the overall experience.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.8)

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Darren
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing location in walking distance to bars & restaurants. House was very clean, homely & well equipped. It's so beautiful hearing the Bellbirds & the Keas so close by. We thoroughly enjoyed our night & would definitely stay here again.
  • Karen
    New Zealand New Zealand
    location excellent - very organised and clean - warm and good written communication - something for everyone with a great range of games and info
  • Awbe
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Kea Retreat was exactly what we expected, quite amazing that the footprint fits in 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Dishwasher was great and there is also a washing machine and dryer. Nespresso provided too, as well as linen. Checkout procedure is...
  • Stephen
    Australia Australia
    Nice beds. Good kitchen setup. Good heating. Close to lots of shops and restuarants/cafes.
  • Isabella
    Austria Austria
    Amazing location with Kea birds nearby right in front of the wildlife center. Restaurants and hiking paths closeby.
  • Natan
    Israel Israel
    The apartment was excellent, we didn't lack anything. The location is very good.
  • Sugijani
    Indonesia Indonesia
    Location & details amenity for leisure is well prepared
  • Nerida
    Australia Australia
    Stunning property. Washer and dryer plus a fully equipped kitchen. We hit some bad weather whilst in Franz Josef but the board games and books supplied plus Netflix kept us entertained.
  • Sharon
    Australia Australia
    A clean, comfortable house in a great center of town location with everything we needed. Host was clear with instructions for easy access to the house on arrival.
  • Muhammad
    Australia Australia
    Convenient location. Very tidy unit and rooms were comfortable. each room had AC and ample space.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Iona Furney

9.5
Host review score
Iona Furney
Welcome to our freshly renovated house in Franz Josef! Our cozy and modern home is the perfect base for exploring the stunning glaciers and natural beauty of the West Coast. As soon as you step inside, you'll be greeted by a bright and airy living space, complete with comfortable seating and a large flat-screen TV. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to cook up a storm, including a dishwasher and modern appliances. The house features three beautifully appointed bedrooms, two with a comfortable queen-sized bed and plenty of storage space and the third with two single beds, perfect for the little ones. The master bedroom boasts an en-suite bathroom, while the other two bedrooms share a comfortable bathroom. Outside, you can enjoy the fresh mountain air from the comfort of our deck, which is equipped with outdoor furniture for al fresco dining. The house is also equipped with a washer and dryer, as well as off-street parking for your convenience. Located just a short 2 minute walk from the town center, our house is the perfect base for exploring the stunning Franz Josef Glacier and the surrounding area. Whether you're here for adventure, relaxation, or a bit of both, our house is the perfect place to call home during your West Coast getaway. Book your stay today and experience the best of Franz Josef in style and comfort
Franz Josef is renowned for its stunning natural beauty, with snow-capped mountains and icy glaciers providing a dramatic backdrop to the town's charming streets. Just a short stroll into town, the kea retreat is the perfect home away from home, with comfortable furnishings and all the amenities you need to enjoy a relaxing stay. Whether you're a solo traveler, a couple, or a small group of friends or family, our place can accommodate!
Language spoken: English

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 00:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.