Title: Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005000/100004906/w1031h1283x3y3-5e29aa36.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005000/100004906/6598cc5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005000/100004906/w1283h964x0y3-c092cc83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005000/100004906/94b5059a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100010000/100005000/100004906/33c21db5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Karamea's natural beauty surrounds this tranquil retreat, where sunsets are savored from the deck and mornings begin with birdsong. Unwind in the hot tub or by the fire, and enjoy self-catering amenities or Karamea's local eateries. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### 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 ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near the sea ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area 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. [Visit our Karamea travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karamea.dx6196259) [View more Holiday homes in Karamea](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Karamea-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6196259-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.22276%2C172.14142&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=RXH9tVsv9LCyk8r-lu8t3D71AdU=) Karamea, West Coast ### What's nearby - Kahurangi National Park - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile - Karamea Estuary Walk - 12 min drive - 4.1 miles - Karamea Beach - 13 min drive - 4.1 miles - Oparara Arch - 61 min drive - 16.7 miles - Moria Gate Arch - 62 min drive - 17.2 miles ### 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. ### 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Fenian Retreat. Nestled on the edge of Kahurangi National Park, Karamea. Reviews 10 ### 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 12 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greg T. 7 May 2025 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. ##### Greg T. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison 25 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Special place really loved the setup shame only one night stay ##### Alison Stayed 1 night in May 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gwyn E. 14 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Trip to Karamea brilliant location and stunning house ##### Gwyn E. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### MA 4 Aug 2024 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 ##### MA Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kirsty T. 20 Nov 2024 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. ##### kirsty T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vesna W. 22 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Fantastic house on a lovely elevated location. Easy communication. Thoroughly recommend. ##### Vesna W. Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine O. 13 Mar 2025 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. ##### Catherine O. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### estefania m., New Zealand 15 Jan 2024 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 ##### estefania m. Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lea L. 28 Jan 2024 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. ##### Lea L. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 1 Feb 2024 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! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anthony C. 28 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### sea time remote ##### Anthony C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene L. 4 May 2025 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. ##### Irene L. 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