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Secluded island hideaway, fully catered, luxurious wellness retreat - newly opened!Soak up panoramic Paterson Inlet views, stunning sunsets and the hot tub under the stars.Relax while delighting in gourmet meals and service at your stylish, spacious lodge.Private park like gardens and...
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Cotton-DC
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Reviewed 12 April 2018 We spent 3 nights here in Feb 2018. The hosts are very friendly, excellent cooks, and lovely people. 3 bedrooms, each with wonderful views. Of all the places we stayed in over 3 weeks in NZ, this was our favorite.
Richard H
Newcastle, Australia
Reviewed 7 April 2018 We very much enjoyed our stay at Observation Rock Lodge. Our hostess Annett was lovely and always helpful (Phil was away). She lent us wet weather gear and kindly had a young friend who was staying, run up the hill to say there was space...More
Mark M
Kansas City, Missouri
Reviewed 13 March 2018 This is a small, cosy bed and breakfast with a nice view from its perch on the hill. Annette and Phil are perfect hosts and catered to our every need. Phil met us at the ferry and provided a little tour of the little town...More
Reviewed 8 March 2018 We were thrilled with our 4-night stay at Observation Rock Lodge. The moment we arrived at the front door a kaka flew down from a tree overhead and sat on the stair railing right in front of us. Phil had warmed us up to Stewart...More
Gillian G
Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
Reviewed 14 February 2018 My husband and I have just returned from an amazing week on Stewart Island to celebrate our 30th wedding anniversary.
We were very happy with our choice of accommodation at Observation Rock Lodge.
Annett and Phil were very welcoming, friendly and caring hosts.
We made...More
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USD 132 - USD 257 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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"Upstairs suite is private with spectacular view. All rooms are quiet." "The upstairs room was great" "The new room on the top floor is great"
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