Vacation rentals with a fireplace in Waiho

Gone Fishing

You'll have a great time at this comfortable place to stay. In our fully functional 3 bedroom home. You are literally a stones throw away from the beach that has one of NZs best sunsets. If bush walks are your thing , we have some easy but delightful walks from half hour upto 3 hour walks. Okarito has guided Kiwi tours, hire Kayaks or go on the world famous guided boat tour. Okarito offers great sea fishing or fresh water fishing. The top story is the private dwelling of the owner.

Okarito Cottage - Tigh Na Mara

Beautiful, small but comfortable cottage close to the Tasman sea, native bush and Ōkārito Lagoon. Open plan kitchen/living area with well equipped kitchen and a very efficient wood burning fire. Short stairs leading down to bathroom and bedroom. Queen bedroom with french doors leading out onto private deck area. Amazing views of the southern alps from different points in and around the house. This is a unique space with a homely feel by the sea in a friendly and welcoming community.

Mount D'Archiac Heights

Come and relax in this brand new Scandinavian inspired mountain holiday home. The large window frontage gives stunning mountain and lake views. We are off the grid but there is good mobile phone coverage and WIFI. Lake Clearwater is the perfect place for mountain biking, walking, water sports, fishing and even ice skating if it is cold enough! After a day enjoying the Canterbury high country relax on the deck with something cool and finish the day with unparalleled star gazing.

Wildside Lodge

OFF-GRID, UP-CYCLED tiny-house. No WiFi - so SWITCH OFF and RELAX! COSY and ROMANTIC fire heats water (need to be able to light fire safely). Rustic and uniquely HANDCRAFTED, native and recycled. ENJOY: outdoor living; stunning rural/mountain views; intimate soaking under stars in fire-bath or nearby free natural hot-springs; beautiful bush walks, beaches, lakes and river-beds; 1 hr trips to Franz Josef or Hokitika; friendly handy hosts; NO CLEANING FEE.

Dreamy mountain views & star gazing at Outside Inn

This property has all the benefits of a rural getaway while remaining a convenient distance to key attractions such as the beautiful Hokitika Gorge and the West Coast Wilderness Trail. This former DOC hut has been relocated and completely refurbished to provide a cozy weekend retreat. The cabin features a fully mesh-enclosed porch to enjoy the amazing unpolluted starry skies without the bugs. A perfect base to enjoy your West Coast adventures.

tha 'Olde Wool Shed' Fox Glacier - Spacious Home

Recently renovated charming two story home located within walking distance to Fox Glacier's town center. Boasting four spacious bedrooms, mountain and farmland views. Perfect for families and groups with expansive open plan kitchen living and dining space for spending quality time. The building is steeped in history, currently living its second life as the first floor once stood as a working woolshed on a near by farm in the mid 1900's.

Glacier Barn House

Rustic barn stay in stunning Franz Josef, Glacier Country, nestled beside the Tatare River. Surrounded by lush rainforest and mountain views, this unique space is full of charm and warmth. Perfect for families, couples or solo adventurers seeking peace and nature. Enjoy the sound of the river, nearby glacier walks, and cosy evenings in a truly authentic West Coast setting—just minutes from town, hot tubs, restaurants, and local cafés.

Luxury Wilderness Cabin on Private Lake

Luxury off-grid cabin in absolute wilderness nestled on the edge of a small lake fed by a pristine mountain stream a 3-minute drive from Franz Josef Glacier village. Sensational views of snow-capped mountains, the lake, glacier, Fritz Falls & rainforest. Super King bed, sunsets, outdoor stone bath, cedar barrel sauna with panoramic window & nature's swimming pool on your doorstep. Experience luxury amidst nature.

Slice of Paradise in Glacier country

This 3 bedroom semi-rural home with mountain views is nestled in amongst the rain forest. Surrounded by native birds on a relaxing and quiet street within a few minutes drive to the centre of Franz Josef township and spectacular Franz Josef Glacier. You'll find all necessary amenities you require for your stay including a kitchen, laundry access and fireplace and aircon.

Fairhaven Farm House

Our sunny, clean, self contained house is set on a deer/beef farm with stunning views of the Southern Alps, a 5-10 minute drive to the Hokitika Gorge and 20 minutes to Lake Kaniere. It is the perfect location for exploring our little patch of paradise including the Wilderness Trail, Tree Top Walkway and local attractions.

Franz Josef Villa

Come stay in our bright and spacious modern home located just 5 minutes from the town of Franz Josef. Take in the impeccable glacier country mountains and views of Lake Mapourika while lounging on the large deck or open the sliding doors and enjoy from the comfort of inside. This is a perfect 3 bedroom home away from home

Private forest retreat with 3 super king en-suites

Escape the hustle and unwind in New Zealand's Okarito Brown Kiwi (Rowi) sanctuary. This spacious and peaceful home is located just 1.5 hours south of Hokitika, 15 minutes drive from Franz Josef Glacier and 10 minutes drive to Okarito beach. It's the ideal base camp to explore the wild West Coast.