Aotearoa as it used to be - lush, unspoiled and natural. Half an hour north of Westport on the doorstep of the Kahurangi National Park, Gentle-Annie is a coastal enclave with its own warm frost free microclimate. Bounded by the Tasman Sea, the mighty Mokihinui River and Nikau-fringed native bush, it is an excellent place to set up base and be rejuvenated and recharged.
Rata Lodge-Sleeps 27 maximum
The Rata lodge is situated on an elevated site overlooking the tidal estuary and river meeting the Tasman Sea. A great site to watch the famous West Coast sunsets and twilights. The spacious, equipped, shared kitchen and dining room with stone open fireplace, face a backdrop of native forest clad hillside. This pleasant retreat is ideal for individuals, families and larger groups, sleeping up to twenty-seven.
Beds: 3 bedrooms. 3 double and 3 single handcrafted bunk-style with foam mattresses over slats in each room.
Linen: Pillows but no bedding nor towels supplied.
Kitchen Facilities: Gas cookers, microwave, fridge/freezers, toasters, electric jugs, pots, cutlery and crockery
Availability All Year round.
Tariff:
Winter Season: May 1 - Aug 31
$25 per adult per night
Mid Season: Sept 1 - Dec 20
$25 per Adult
Peak Season: Dec 21 - end of New Years week
$25 per adult - $75/room/night minimum
Children up to 18 years are $1 per year of age per night - with a minimum of $5
Easter = Peak Season Tariff
Other stat holidays - Summer Season tariff
Group rates negotiable.
Special rates can be negotiated for school groups or similar
Riverview Home-Sleeps 8
The Riverview home is on an elevated natural site overlooking the Mokihinui River and Buller Bay coastline with a picturesque backdrop of subtropical native forest. The house offers a well equipped kitchen with a large central living area, comfortably furnished. An open fireplace adds cosyness. The beach and river can be reached by foot within 5 minutes. When used in conjunction with the nearby Rata Lodge it is an ideal venue for group gatherings such as family occasions, corporate retreats, weddings etc.
Beds: 4 bedrooms, 2 queens, 4 singles, 1 double fold out sofa.
Linen: Duvets, pillows and some blankets are supplied. Sheets, towels etc not supplied but can be hired.
Bathroom Facilities: 2 shower room's, 2 toilet's
Availability: All Year round.
Tariff:
Winter Season: May 1 - Aug.31
$110/night first two
Mid Season: Sept.1 - Dec.20
$120/night first two
Summer Season: End of New Years to April 30th
$140/night for the first two
Peak Season: Dec 21st to end of New Years week
$180/night for the first two
$25 per additional adult per night
Children $1/yr of age min. $5 per night; up to 18 yrs
Easter = Peak Season tariff
Other stat holidays = Summer Season tariff
Long stays negotiable during off-peak periods
Beach Cabin-Sleeps 6
The Beach Cabin, nestled below the subtropical forest, and has a view of the sea with only a minutes walk to the beach. Its private, sheltered location makes it a great place to relax and get away from it all. The cabins open plan lounge/kitchen is comfortably furnished and well equipped.
Beds: 3 bedrooms, 2 doubles and 1 set of single bunk beds, 1 double fold out sofa.
Linen: Pillows and duvets supplied. Sheets, towels, etc, not supplied but may be hired.
Bathroom facilities: 1 bathroom with shower and toilet
Availability: All Year round.
Tariff:
Winter Season: May 1 - Aug.31
$95/night first two
Mid Season: Sept.1 - Dec.20
$105/night first two
Summer Season: End of New Years week and to April 30th
$120/night first two
Peak Season: Dec 21st to end of New Years week
$150/night first two
$25 per additional adult per night
Children $1/yr of age min. $5 per night up to 18 yrs
Easter = Peak Season tariff
Other stat holidays = Summer Season tariff
Cabbage Tree Beach Cottage
A two storey 'woodsy' beachfront home on an elevated site from which views of the Coast, Nikau and Rata forest can be enjoyed in the open plan living/kitchen area. The balcony puts you right amongst the natural scenery as does the courtyard with its open fire place for outdoor leisure.
Beds: Two bedrooms, each with a queen, 1 double fold out sofa.
Linen: Pillows and quilts are supplied. Sheets, towels etc. may be hired.
Bathroom Facilities: One bathroom with shower and laundry.
Availability: All Year round
Tariff:
Winter Season: May 1 - Aug.31
$110/night first two
Mid Season: Sept.1 - Dec.20
$120/night first two
Summer Season: End of New Years week and to April 30th
$140/night for the first two
Peak Season: Dec 21st to end of New Years week
$180/night for the first two
$25 per additional adult per night
Children $1/yr of age min. $5 per night up to 18 yrs
Easter = Peak Season tariff
Other stat holidays = Summer Season tariff
Camp Sites...for tents and mobile homes etc, unpowered sites in a variety of locations. Showers and toilets at the Cowshed camp. The cafe can be used by campers as a reading, meeting, eating and games room.
Tariff:
Long stays negotiable during off-peak periods
$10 pp/night
Children up to 13 - $5
CONTACT:
Your hosts are: Phil and Ellen Atkins.
All enquiries are welcome by contacting:
Post: Atkins; Gentle Annie; RD1 Westport; New Zealand
Cafe and Accommodation Phone/Voice mail: 64-3-782-1826
Email: thefolk@gentleannie.co.nz
LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:
Gentle Annie is within an hour from many scenic attractions of the Northern Buller Region - north to Kahurangi National Park, Heaphy Track, Oparara Valley with it's Limestone Arches and Honeycomb Caves; and south to Charming Creek Walkway, Denniston Plateau, Cape Foulwind Seal Colony and Punakaiki Pancake Rocks. The region maintains much of its eccentricity and wilderness, offering an opportunity to get close to nature. If you're a botanist, geologist, artist, beachcomber, fisherman, kayaker, cyclist, tramper and/or adventurer at heart, Gentle-Annie is a natural destination for you.
