About this property

Elegant Accommodations: Holly Homestead B&B in Franz Josef offers a 4-star experience with a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests can relax in the outdoor seating area or lounge in the comfortable lounge. Comfortable Amenities: The property features private bathrooms with garden and mountain views, bathrobes, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a refrigerator, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Delicious Breakfast: A variety of breakfast options are available, including continental, full English/Irish, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free. Warm dishes, juice, cheese, and fruits are served each morning. Convenient Location: Located 83 mi from Hokitika Airport, the B&B provides free on-site private parking and a tour desk. Housekeeping service and luggage storage enhance the guest experience.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

    • Breakfast Info

    • Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

    • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
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2 twin beds
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Murray
    United States United States
    This is what a bed & breakfast should be! Charming house, lovely hosts, unbelievably comfortable room, Bernie hands you a list of what to see on the next leg of your journey.
  • Don
    United States United States
    Bernie & Gerard were magnificent hosts! They made every effort to make us feel at home and tend to our needs. Louise and I were most impressed with their highly personal engagement, beautiful home, and are especially grateful for all of their...
  • Steven
    United States United States
    One of the best B&Bs we've ever stayed at. Excellent in every respect. Brilliant engaged on site owners. Superb breakfast as well as tea and treats.
  • Jill
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very welcoming and thoughtful hosts. Old homestead tastefully and comfortably furnished Excellent breakfast
  • Nora
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The breakfast was lovely-fresh, homemade, and served with care. The location was peaceful and convenient, perfect for a relaxing getaway.
  • Nigel
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely wonderful property with great views of the glacier and mountains. The owners, Bernie and Gerard, were delightful and provided us with some very helpful local information. The breakfast was comprehensive and excellent and our room was so...
  • Luna
    Singapore Singapore
    This is our highlight of the southern island trip and we really enjoyed our stay at Holly homestead! Franz Josef weather didn't treat us well however we felt right at home at the place, the service, breakfast and room , facility, views, are better...
  • Caroline
    Australia Australia
    Bernie and Gerard were friendly and welcoming. The views to the mountains are amazing. The accommodation was spacious, warm and clean. A beautiful place to stay. We really enjoyed the breakfast and hospitality.
  • Joey
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Absolutely amazing this place is fantastic! Bernie & Gerard are very lovely, kind and caring. The accomodation is clean and spacious. The location is excellent if you want to enjoy your time in Franz Josef with great hikes around. You have a lot...
  • Perry
    Australia Australia
    Lovely cooked breakfast and the owners were very attentive

Managed by Your Hosts ... Bernie & Gerard

Company review score: 9.7Based on 27 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Your hosts Gerard and Bernadine (Bernie) Oudemans have tenderly refurbished the house and created a boutique B&B only three minutes drive from Franz Josef Glacier village. Gerard and Bernie are NZ born and enjoy meeting and hosting people from all over the world. They can suggest just the right activities to suit you and your holiday style.

Property info

The rimu timbers of this colonial homestead seem to whisper history. Built in 1926 for the Paganini family Holly Homestead is an excellent example of "Arts & Crafts" architecture mixed with casual country chic. You can feel that the people who lived here over the years lived well. Choose from one of the king, queen or twin rooms; or the deluxe super-king suite for that extra bit of decadence. Start your adventure in Glacier Country with breakfast at the wooden farmhouse table and enjoy the charm of a country kitchen. On a clear day you’ll be entranced by the view of the Southern Alps and the Franz Josef Glacier Nevé. Go exploring at your own pace and return home to an alpine sunset before retiring with a glass of port to the guest lounge and your welcoming bed.

Neighborhood info

Holly Homestead is conveniently located approx 1.5km from the township of Franz Josef Glacier in a semi-rural setting. Easy walk to town or a short drive.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Holly Homestead B&B takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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 not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Holly Homestead B&B in advance, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that Holly Homestead B&B does not accept payments with American Express credit cards.

Please inform Holly Homestead B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about Holly Homestead B&B