Fernbird Retreat

65 The Strand, Okarito
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  • Fernbird Retreat from the obelisk
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  • Bedroom 1
  • Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 2
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  • Wetland Board Walk
  • Wetland Board walk and Fernbird Retreat
  • Austin Club Rally
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  • Creative Fibre Spinners & Knitters Group weekend
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  • Sleep out has three single beds
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  • Sleep out Kitchen
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  • Sleep out Double bed
  • Sleep out Deck
  • Wood Shed
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13
Max Guests
3
Bedrooms
1
Bathroom

About this Holiday House

Fernbird Retreat provides great family accommodation to explore Okarito. Situated near the trig track board walk overlooking the surrounding wetlands, with everything provided for a relaxing stay. Free VDSL2 WiFi is included. A sleepout is available as an extra that has one double and three single beds, toilet and shower and is not available separately (please indicate if required on enquiry). Fernbird Retreat would suit larger families, small groups etc. Okarito is a quiet village known for its peaceful ambiance. Being off the beaten track, Okarito is an experience only for those who seek it. A very special place, with characteristics such as; its peaceful quality, the wild coastline, mountain views, lagoon, white herons and kiwi, with forest backdrops. They contrast and complement the glacial and commercial focus of township. Restaurants, grocery, fuel etc. are available 20 minutes away in the township of Franz Josef Glacier. Okarito and the West Coast as a whole offers an unparalleled convergence of natural environments combined with a casual lifestyle.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: Pet outside only
Pet outside only
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: Smoking outside only
Smoking outside only
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Kitchen
Amenity: Dishes and cutlery
Dishes and cutlery
Amenity: Electric Kettle
Electric Kettle
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Amenity: Wine Glasses
Wine Glasses
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible Bathroom
Amenity: Hair Dryer
Hair Dryer
Amenity: Hot Water
Hot Water
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: CD player
CD player
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Scenic views
Amenity: Mountain View
Mountain View
Services
Amenity: Self Check-in
Self Check-in
Amenity: Smoke Alarm
Smoke Alarm
Other
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage

Bed layout

2 Queen(s), 1 Double(s), 3 Single(s), 1 Sofa bed(s), 1 Fold out bed(s)

Special Amenities

Free VDSL2 Wifi. High Chair on prior request. Cot on prior request. Fire Gard on prior request. All Linen is provided and laundered at no extra charge. BBQ on prior request. 4G Cell phone coverage. Smart TV.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

In South Westland the dense native bush which typifies the West Coast abuts the towering snow-covered Southern Alps whose presence dominates everything below. The Okarito Lagoon, located on the shores of the Tasman Sea is the largest unmodified wetland in New Zealand. The entire region surrounding Okarito is permanently protected by Westland National Park and Kiwi Sanctuary. Local activities include coastal and bush walks, kayaking, fishing, white baiting, kiwi tours, and boat tours on Okarito Lagoon. In Franz Josef, flights, glacier walks and hotpools. No shops in Okarito. Shops, Restaurants, Service Station in Franz Josef.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
52 total reviews

Rob Harrison
Lovely stay with comfy beds and gracious hosts Raewyn and Brian
Paula Godfrey
Fantastic house, the fire was great to have and the electric blankets as it was cold when we stayed. The only thing i would like is more options for pots (with lids) but we made do with what we had. Thank you for the stay. The outlook is really nice over the wetlands and the house gets lovely afternoon sun on the deck.
Jana Milligan
Lovely spot, peaceful, the house suited our needs.
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Availability

  • 04 Dec – 17 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 20 Dec – 21 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 23 Dec – 26 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 28 Dec – 29 Dec 2025 Unavailable
  • 01 Jan – 02 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 04 Jan – 10 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 19 Jan – 20 Jan 2026 Unavailable
  • 04 Feb – 06 Feb 2026 Unavailable
  • 09 Feb 2026 Unavailable
  • 01 Mar – 03 Mar 2026 Unavailable
  • ...and more

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
1 May - 30 Sep $200 / Night for 2 guests$152 Nights
Rest of year$220 / Night for 2 guests$152 Nights
1 May - 30 Sep
$200 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $15Min. stay: 2 Nights
Rest of year
$220 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $15Min. stay: 2 Nights
$220 per night for two people
(Discounted to $200 per night for five nights or more)
$15 each extra person per night

Off season May through September
$200 per night for two people
(Discounted to $180 per night for five nights or more)
$15 each extra person per night

Sleepout available as an addition to Fernbird Retreat on request, $50 per night extra (not available separately). $15 each person per night.



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