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Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Karamea, West Coast
  • Place, Kahurangi National Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Box Canyon Cave
    ‪58 min drive‬
  • Place, Moria Gate Arch
    ‪62 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.

Come stay, unwind and check out the stunning scenery and beautiful sunsets from the deck. Relax in the hot tub and you may just hear the resident Kiwi after dark. Wake up to the birdsong in the mornings it is truly magical and the view out to the Tasman Sea is awesome. The house is self catering or Karamea has great eating places. Great coffees and pies at Vinnie's Cafe in the township. There are ample things to do in Karamea or just come and sit out on the deck and unwind or cosy up by the fire. Ride or walk the Heaphy Track and relax in the hot tub when you arrive. We cater for couples or four singles for the bed arrangements you just have to let us know what you prefer. You won't be bored Karamea also has short walks, cave tours to the Oparara Caves or just go visit the Oparara Basin we have spectacular scenery here on the West Coast, take an evening stroll around the Karamea Estuary track. Bring your rod and cast out for a snapper at Mossyburn Bridge or throw the line out up the Karamea River for a trout. Check out our museum and the history of Karamea. The Karamea Information Centre website has great information on things to see and do. The address is 334 Oparara Road, Karamea. You will see the house as you drive along the road. Get in touch with me if you want to know more by dropping me an email at oparara334@gmail.com and I will answer any questions you may have

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9888089
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Karamea

Located in Karamea, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kahurangi National Park and Karamea Estuary Walk.
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Karamea, West Coast

What's nearby

  • Kahurangi National Park - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Karamea Beach - 13 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Box Canyon Cave - 58 min drive - 29.1 km
  • Oparara Arch - 61 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Moria Gate Arch - 62 min drive - 27.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Vinnie's coffee in the yurt - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.?

As of 30 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$273, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.5 km) from Kahurangi National Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Karamea Estuary Walk and Karamea Beach. Scott's Beach is 10.1 mi (16.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place to stay, great views.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ella G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing, the view from the hot tub was a highlight
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Irene L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for post Heaphy rest and relaxation!

We really enjoyed our stay at Fenian Retreat. The house is spotlessly clean and very very comfortable, with a beautiful outlook over farmland to the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Special place really loved the setup shame only one night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

MA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I would have worked in a few more nights gad I known this was so lovely- the views, the accommodation, the tracks (trails) nearby… A
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, with a great view

Found this to be a really warm, modern place to stay. Located up on the treeline, the views are fantastic, and even better when the sun sets. Hot tub was warm on arrival and a very welcome way to enjoy the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 May 2025
Thanks for coming Greg. Thank you for leaving our house very clean and tidy. Would definitely recommend you to anyone wanting to accommodate you.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwyn E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trip to Karamea

brilliant location and stunning house
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kirsty T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible Accomodation

Thoughtfully furnished and appointed, Fenian Retreat provided us a perfect two night stay. We didn’t want to leave.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Nov 2024
Thank you Kirsty for leaving our wee house clean and tidy we are pleased you enjoyed you stay at Fenian Retreat.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vesna W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Fantastic house on a lovely elevated location. Easy communication. Thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Catherine O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A place to breathe

We had a wonderful few days in Karamea. The view is stunning especially the West Coast sunsets. Weather was perfect. The accomodation was A. They thought of everything and supplied so much. The hot tub was a real bonus. Couldn’t fault a thing about the place. Could have stayed longer as it was so peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

estefania m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing view

The house was comfortable and clean, with all the necessary facilities. We fell in love with the view from the house
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning home with a beautiful view

This home is beautifully decorated, very warm and comfortable. Private space with a hot tub on the deck that was fantastic day or night. Everything you need is in this home and the host was very helpful. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Oscar M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Beautiful house, very excluded and beautiful view, the house is extremely clean. The bedding is comfortable. Negative feedback is; there is no barbecue as listed and the oven has been broken for a while and this was not communicated with us beforehand. When mentioned to host that she could have informed us, she was complaining about previous guest leaving home untidy and said that it is not an hotel, as a result of that the host expect you to vacuum/clean or she will charge additional fees.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2025
Sorry that I made you feel that you had to vacuum the floor, obviously if there was a lot of food on the floor one would clean it up instead of walking it into the carpet and nowhere in our communication did I say that there would be an additional charge for cleaning, please provide proof of me asking you. The oven, yes the knob had been broken off the week before but one cannot work miracles to get parts and it did happen to arrive the day you arrived but needs an electrician to put it in and being rural we cannot just ring and they will come out to do it. There was gas Hobbs and a microwave to use just not the oven. You maybe should have contacted me the day you arrived if you were not happy, not contact me the night before you were leaving and I could have worked something out for you. Thank you for leaving our wee house clean and tidy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An Oasis

This property was absolutely stunning - a recent build - Joanne and Steve have created a paradise in Karamea at the end of the road (literally). I just wished we had stayed longer here and had more time to enjoy the house which had been thoughtfully planned and decorated throughout and was really just amazing. It was a great end to our trip up the West Coast of the South Island and one day I plan to bring my wife back here!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

sea time

remote
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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Hosted by Joanne Galway

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