Fiordland Eco-Retreat offers three luxury self-catered accommodation options just 6 km from Te Anau, the gateway town to Milford Sound. Set in a peaceful rural location, each private, self-contained retreat provides generous space, comfort, and a tranquil base for exploring Fiordland National Park’s world-famous landscapes.
Each suite and villa is thoughtfully designed for comfort and tranquillity, with high-end finishes, modern amenities, and exceptional attention to detail. The retreat is ideally located for exploring Fiordland’s most iconic experiences, including Milford Sound, Doubtful Sound, and the Great Walks (Milford, Routeburn, and Kepler Tracks). Beyond these highlights, countless other experiences await in the region. After a day of exploring, return to your retreat to relax in comfort and privacy.
Independently assessed and awarded ‘Qualmark 5-star Gold‘ certification, the retreat is recognised for exceptional comfort, warm service, and a strong commitment to sustainability – so you can book with confidence and feel good about your choice of accommodation.
The area boasts minimal light pollution for enjoying the stunning night sky and Aurora Australis (Southern Lights), when conditions allow.
Luxury Accommodation Options (click below to jump to the accommodation details)
“From the moment you arrive, you will find stunning views in every direction capturing the mountains, lake, and hillsides. Inside you will be welcomed by a space that feels more like a luxury hotel than a home. It is beautifully designed with stylish finishes, textiles, and colors that will make you wish you booked a longer stay because it is so lovely. The outdoor hot tub is definitely a highlight and an amazing place to enjoy the stars. If you are still reading this review – Stop! And book now! You won’t regret it”.
James, USA – September 2019
Guest Suite
The Guest Suite is attached to our family home but is fully self-contained, private, and exclusively yours for the duration of your stay. It has its own external entrance, and noise transfer is never an issue.
Please note that there is only one Guest Suite on the property, available in two configurations depending on your travel dates:
- 3-Bedroom (Family-Friendly): available until 30 June 2026
- 1-Bedroom: reopening from 1 September 2026
Guest Suite | 1-Bedroom Configuration
⇒ CLICK HERE for more details on the Guest Suite. Here, you will see details of the 1-Bedroom Guest Suite, as it will be from 1 September 2026 onwards.
- Approx. 50m2 / 500 sq ft internal space.
- One bedroom, kitchenette, one bathroom, cosy lounge.
- Stunning 260° panoramic lake and mountain views.
- Modern, stylish and clean.
- Central heating keeps you warm, even in the depths of winter.
- Up to 2 guests (plus any infants <2 years old).
- Free, unlimited WIFI.
- Private hot tub (spa pool) and heated outdoor shower.
- Large, private BBQ and outside dining area.
- Large, flat front lawn.
- Freeview TV (NZ’s standard channels), Netflix and Youtube.
- Comfortable bed with luxury linen.
- Bedroom has black-out blinds / curtains.
The space exudes elegance and is finished to an exceptionally high standard, with thoughtful eco-friendly design choices throughout.
Heat radiates throughout the house using central under-floor heating, and guests have the option of adding extra heating / cooling to suit their personal temperature preferences via ducted heating / air conditioning.
Bedroom
The bedroom has a super-king bed that benefits from spectacular northerly views of Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland mountains. It also has ranch-sliding doors leading onto a large deck, along with satellite television, ceiling fan and ducted air conditioning / heating.
Please scroll through the photos, below.
Kitchenette / Dining
A functional space for self-catering, allowing comfortable seating for guests.
- Main entrance door
- Espresso coffee machine
- Kitchen sink
- Mini convection oven with microwave function
- 2 x induction hot plates
- Fridge with mini freezer
- Dishwasher
- Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate
- Separate pantry
- Cutlery, crockery and glassware
- Cooking pots, pans and utensils
- Kettle and toaster
- Adjacent to outside BBQ
- Stunning northerly views
- Ducted air conditioning / heating
Bathroom / Lounge
The large bathroom has beautiful views out to the east, and includes the following:
- Huge ‘wet’ shower (no doors)
- Luxurious bath
- Toilet
- Double wash-basin
- Hairdryer
- Shampoo, conditioner and body wash
- Heated towel rail
- Anti-fog mirror
- Extra towels
A cozy lounge provides an additional space for relaxation, with satellite TV, DVDs and a 2-seater sofa with chaise longue.
Outside Space
The retreat’s outside space displays its stunning, unobstructed 260° panoramic view in all of its glory.
The hot tub allows for pure relaxation, and is perfect for soothing away any muscle aches and pains, or for simply taking in the incredible views.
The outside dining area is conveniently located just beside the kitchenette, and includes an outdoor dining table and BBQ, leading onto a large, flat lawn.
Availability | 1-Bedroom Guest Suite
Dates highlighted in red are unavailable.
Guest Suite | 3-Bedroom Configuration (Family-Friendly)
The (3-bedroom (family-friendly) Guest Suite includes everything shown in the 1-bedroom Guest Suite above, plus two extra bedrooms and a separate toilet (shown in section below).
⇒ CLICK HERE to see the extra rooms contained within the 3-Bedroom Guest Suite (Family-Friendly), available only until 30 June 2026.
- Approx. 110m2 / 1200 sq ft internal space.
- 3-bedrooms, kitchenette, 1.5 bathrooms, cosy lounge.
- Stunning 260° panoramic lake and mountain views.
- Modern, stylish and clean.
- Central heating keeps you warm, even in the depths of winter.
- Up to 5 guests (plus any infants <2 years old).
- Free, unlimited WIFI.
- Private hot tub (spa pool) and heated outdoor shower.
- Large, private BBQ and outside dining area.
- Large, flat front lawn.
- Freeview TV (NZ’s standard channels), Netflix and Youtube.
- Comfortable beds with quality linen.
- All bedrooms have black-out blinds / curtains
Bedrooms
In addition to the Master bedroom shown above, the Guest Suite’s 3-bedroom configuration also contains two further bedrooms (one with a queen bed and one with a king-single sized bed). The queen bedroom benefits from spectacular northerly views of Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland mountains. It also has ranch-sliding doors leading onto a large deck, along with satellite television, ceiling fan and ducted air conditioning / heating.
The single bedroom at the back of the house can be set up as a twin bedroom by request, and has a view of the back garden. It also has ducted air conditioning / heating if desired.
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Extra Half-Bathroom
An extra separate powder room provides toilet, washbasin and toiletry storage.
Availability | 3-Bedroom Guest Suite
Dates highlighted in red are unavailable.
“We mainly came to New Zealand to explore the country, but staying in this home turned into a highlight of our trip. The main bedrooms have large glass doors that open to incredible views in all directions and other design touches that will make you never want to leave. The space has beautiful high quality finishes and the best shower and bath any of us have ever used. A great launching point for seeing Milford Sound, but make sure you leave enough time to enjoy the home as well!”
Alex, USA – March 2019
Eco-Villas
Available to book now, for stays from 1 November 2026.
Our two new one-bedroom luxury Eco-Villas are located in their own secluded area of Fiordland Eco-Retreat, designed for tranquility and privacy in an adults-only escape.
Any imagery shared prior to their completion will be an artist’s rendered impression, and details are subject to slight change.
Named after two of New Zealand’s iconic flightless native birds — the takahē and the kākāpō — each Eco-Villa is themed around the natural colours of its namesake.
Co-owner Glen has dedicated his career to working with the Department of Conservation to protect both of these Fiordland taonga (precious) species, both of which are deeply important to us.
The only functional difference between the two villas is that Eco-Villa #1 – Kākāpō is fully accessible, while Eco-Villa #2 – Takahē is not. Please click below to see which accessibility features are included in each villa.
⇒ CLICK HERE for more details on the Eco-Villas.
- Approx. 50m2 / 500 sq ft open-plan internal space.
- One bedroom, kitchenette, large bathroom, lounge.
- Stunning 260° panoramic lake and mountain views.
- Modern, stylish and clean.
- Heat pump / air conditioning ensures year-round comfort.
- Free, unlimited WIFI.
- Private hot tub and heated outdoor shower.
- Access to a shared sauna.
- BBQ and outside dining area.
- Freeview TV (NZ’s standard channels), Netflix and Youtube.
- Extremely comfortable super-king bed with luxury linen.
- Large stargazing window above bed.
- Black-out blinds / curtains.
- Spectacular northerly views of Lake Te Anau and the Fiordland mountains.
- Ranch-sliding doors leading onto a large deck.
- Highly energy-efficient.
- Mechanical ventilation system for continuous fresh internal air.
The space exudes elegance and is finished to an exceptionally high standard, with thoughtful eco-friendly design choices throughout.
Accessibility
We believe that true sustainability cares for people as well as for the planet. Our Eco-Villas have been thoughtfully designed so that guests of all abilities can enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay.
Both Eco-Villas feature:
- Wide entrance doors and accessways
- Minimum 900 mm clearance around the bed
- Step-free access from villa to deck
- Large roll-in shower
- Visual and audible emergency alarms
- Soft, calming colour schemes
Eco-Villa #1 – Kākāpō (fully accessible) also includes:
- Grab rails
- Shower seats
- Step-free access throughout, including step-free access from the car park
- Accessible-height kitchenette bench
Bedroom
The bedroom has super-king sized bed, complete with luxury linen and a large window above – perfect for stargazing on a clear night.
Kitchenette / Dining
A functional space for self-catering, and a separate dining area.
- Espresso coffee machine
- Kitchen sink
- Mini convection oven with microwave function
- 2 x hot plates
- Fridge / freezer
- Dishwasher
- Complimentary tea, coffee and hot chocolate
- Cutlery, crockery and glassware
- Cooking pots, pans and utensils
- Kettle and toaster
- Stunning northerly views
- Air conditioning / heating
Bathroom
The large bathroom includes:
- Huge ‘wet’ shower (no doors)
- Toilet
- Wash-basin
- Hairdryer
- Premium shampoo, conditioner and body wash
- Heated towel rail
- Anti-fog mirror
- Extra towels
Lounge
An open-plan lounge provides additional space for relaxation, with satellite TV / Netflix and a 2-seater sofa with corner chaise.
Outside Space / Wellness
The retreat’s outside space displays its stunning 260° panoramic view in all of its glory.
Unwind in your private hot tub or outdoor shower, and enjoy access to the shared wood-fired sauna and plunge-pool. Together, Fiordland Eco-Retreat’s wellness facilities are ideal for easing tired muscles or for simply soaking up the incredible views.
An outside lounge and dining area and BBQ complete this luxury Fiordland experience.
Availability | Eco-Villas
Dates highlighted in red are unavailable.
Eco-Villa #1: Kākāpō (Mobility-Accessible)
Eco-Villa #1: Kākāpō (Mobility-Accessible)
“If you ever get the chance, stay here. The home is modern and has all the luxury of a 5 star hotel AND the nature immersion to feel like you are so far away. Susanna was a wonderful host, very welcoming and warm. The hot tub gives views of mountains all afternoon and stars into the night. This place doesn’t even feel like real life 🙂“
Hazel, August 2023
