Title: Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=10398&destination=Franz+Josef+Glacier%2C+West+Coast%2C+New+Zealand&selected=124260532&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier ## Photo gallery for Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier ![Interior - Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124270000/124260600/124260532/554ac833.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124270000/124260600/124260532/e0f13dee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124270000/124260600/124260532/71865464.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124270000/124260600/124260532/39cf5e41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier (Franz Josef Glacier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124270000/124260600/124260532/60b6ee2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier provides everything that you need. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Parking available - Fireplace £130 includes taxes & fees 25 Apr - 26 Apr ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier Rustic barn stay in stunning Franz Josef, Glacier Country, nestled beside the Tatare River. Surrounded by lush rainforest and mountain views, this unique space is full of charm and warmth. Perfect for families, couples or solo adventurers seeking peace and nature. Enjoy the sound of the river, nearby glacier walks, and cosy evenings in a truly authentic West Coast setting—just minutes from town, hot tubs, restaurants, and local cafés. Welcome to your rustic American style house barn retreat in the heart of Franz Josef Glacier Country, nestled right beside the beautiful Tatare River on a lifestyle block. Surrounded by lush native rainforest and with breathtaking views of the Southern Alps, this unique and character-filled space offers a peaceful, authentic West Coast escape. The barn features a cosy, open-plan layout with warm timber interiors, comfortable beds, and a wood-burning fireplace—perfect for relaxing after a day of exploring. You’ll fall asleep to the sound of the river flowing nearby and wake up to birdsong and fresh mountain air. It’s an ideal space for families, couples or solo travellers seeking a quiet, nature-rich getaway. Located just minutes from Franz Josef village, you’ll have easy access to glacier walks, hot tubs, scenic trails, world cass restaurants and local cafés while still enjoying privacy and seclusion. Whether you’re here for adventure or relaxation, this rustic riverside barn offers the perfect base for your Glacier Country stay. There is plenty of room for large groups of up to nine guests. \*\*\*Please be aware that the 4th bed is adjacent to the lounge\*\*\*. Guests can use lawn and gardens around the house, all other buildings are private and will be labelled as such. The stable, sheds and arena are also private. We rent a second cottage on the property please respect other guests privacy and keep away from the area around it. I am available 24/7 either through the Air BnB app or via phone. Franz Josef is a lovely mountain village with a vibrant buzz of helicopters and a variety of resturants and cafes. There are some nice bush walks, check out the Department of Conservation. Car is the best way to get around. Rubbish bins have a recycling and rubbish option in the pergola, please place in the appropriate containers provided. Firewood provided if you wish to have the log burner going in winter. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children ## Similar properties ![Sauna](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3980000/3978300/3978257/62552083.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Haka House Franz Josef Franz Josef Glacier - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the property's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 814220 ## About the area Franz Josef Glacier is home to this holiday home. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Lake Wahapo - Wahapako. [Visit our Franz Josef Glacier travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier.dx10398) [View more Holiday homes in Franz Josef Glacier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10398-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-43.367737,170.1842&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:fktgGgbvm_%40%3FU%3FU%40S%3FU%40U%40S%3FU%40UBU%40S%40UBUBUBSBS%40UDQBUDUBUDQDSDQDUDQFUDQFQDSFSFSHOFSFQHMFSHQFMHSHMJQFOJOHMJQHKJOJOJMJKJOJKJOJKLKJKLKLKJILKLGLMLGJINGLILILGNELILENELGNGLANENELCNELANANCNCNALCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBNBN%40L%40NDNBLDNDN%40LFLFNDLDNHLDLFLHNHLFLHLFJLLFLJLHLJJJLJJJJJJNLJHNLJHLJNJJHNJNHNJNHNHLHPHNHPFPHRFLHPFRFNFRFRDRFPFPDTDPFTDPBRDPDTBTDTBPBTBRBR%40TBT%40TBR%40T%40T%40T%3FR%40T%40T%3FR%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FT%3FTARAT%3FTARATATCRATCTARCTCTCRCRERCTETEPCTENGTEPETGPGREPGTGNGRGPIPGNIPGPIPINIPILINKLIRKNILKJKNINMJILMJKNKJKJMJKJMJMHMJMHKJMFMHMHOFMHMFMDOHMDODMHMDO%40OFMBOBODM%40OBO%40MBOBO%40O%3FOBO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FMAOCOCOAOCMAOEMCOCOGMAOEMIOEMEMIOEMGMIMGOIKIMGMKMIMKKIMKMKKKMKKKKOKKKMKKKOKOKMIKKSIOKMGOKQIMIQGOIQGQIOGQGQISGOGUEQGSEQGUEQEUEOEUEQCUEUCSESASCUCUCSCUAUASCUAU%3FSAUAU%3FSAU%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-5U641df6ZquMlxo4t8ZvVioGoI=) Franz Josef Glacier, West Coast ### What's nearby - Westcoast Wildlife Centre 3 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Glacier Hot Pools 3 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Waiho Hot Tubs 3 min drive \- 2.1 miles - Our Lady of the Alps 4 min drive \- 2.3 miles - St James Anglican Church 4 min drive \- 2.5 miles ### Getting around - Hokitika (HKK) 104 min drive ### Restaurants - Full Of Beans Cafe 2 min drive - Landing Bar & Restaurant 2 min drive - Monsoon Bar 3 min drive - Blue Ice Restaurant & Bar 3 min drive - SnakeBite Brewery 2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier? ### How much is parking at Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier? ### What time is check-in at Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier? ### What time is check-out at Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier? ### Where is Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Glacier Barn House Franz Josef Glacier Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angelina Z. 17 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The house is gorgeous, extremely spacious, and located on beautiful land! The host was communicative and helpful. We would definitely stay here again! ##### Angelina Z. 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