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Providing a garden, Kea Retreat provides accommodations in Franz Josef. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking, and free Wifi. The air-conditioned vacation home consists of 3 bedrooms, a living room, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a coffee machine, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the vacation home. The property has an outdoor dining area. The nearest airport is Hokitika Airport, 84 miles from the vacation home.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 full bed
Bedroom 2
2 twin beds
Bedroom 3
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.9
Free Wifi
10
High score for Franz Josef

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Brenda
    the United States the United States
    Well stocked kitchen, clean, comfortable and close to everything. Friendly and accommodating owner.
  • Joan
    the United States the United States
    Wonderful location in Franz Josef, walking distance to everything in the little town as well as a few nice hikes. The house was very nicely setup and very clean. Also very cozy, we felt right at home. I highly recommend this place, especially for...
  • Wan
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    Comfortable with everything we need, close to shops and restaurants. Lona was really nice.
  • Sasiprang
    Thailand Thailand
    we did not have a chance to stay here due to car accident. However, communication with the host was great. Hope we have a chance to come back.
  • Geoff
    the United States the United States
    Wonderful location in a small town completely surrounded by nature. Ease of access to hiking, as well as restaurants and groceries right in town. Had a pair of opportunities to speak with Iona and thoroughly enjoyed the conversations. Would easily...
  • 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.
  • Julie
    Australia Australia
    In middle of the town close to everything. Tidy self contained unit with three bedrooms and cooking facilities. Two couples travelling so ideal for us both having large comfotable beds and separate bathrooms.

Hosted by Iona Furney

9.6
9.6
Host Review Score
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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

Area info

Amenities of Kea Retreat
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Family rooms

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Internet
    Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

    Kitchen

    • High chair
    • Dining table
    • Coffee machine
    • Cleaning products
    • Toaster
    • Stovetop
    • Oven
    • Dryer
    • Kitchenware
    • Electric kettle
    • Kitchen
    • Washing machine
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Refrigerator

    Bedroom

    • Linens
    • Alarm clock

    Bathroom

    • Toilet paper
    • Towels
    • Additional bathroom
    • Bathtub or shower
    • Private bathroom
    • Toilet
    • Free toiletries
    • Hairdryer
    • Shower

    Living Area

    • Dining area
    • Sofa

    Media & Technology

    • Flat-screen TV
    • Satellite channels

    Room Amenities

    • Drying rack for clothing
    • Clothes rack
    • Electric blankets
    • Private entrance
    • Carpeted
    • Heating
    • Iron

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Outdoors

    • Outdoor dining area
    • Outdoor furniture
    • Terrace
    • Patio
    • Garden

    Food & Drink

    • Tea/Coffee maker

    Outdoor & View

    • Garden view

    Building Characteristics

    • Detached

    Miscellaneous

    • Air conditioning
    • Smoke-free property
    • Family rooms
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    Kea Retreat takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
    You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children of all ages are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction
    There's no age requirement for check-in
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed
    Quiet hours
    Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
    Pets
    Pets are not allowed.

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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

    FAQs about Kea Retreat

    • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Kea Retreat on this page.

    • Kea Retreat offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • The prices at Kea Retreat may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

      • Kea Retreat has the following number of bedrooms:

        • 3 bedrooms

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Yes, Kea Retreat is popular with guests booking family stays.

      • Kea Retreat is 800 feet from the center of Franz Josef. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

      • Kea Retreat can accommodate this group size:

        • 6 guests

        For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

      • Check-in at Kea Retreat is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.