Welcome to Ribbonwood B & B - a haven for nature lovers
Sleep deeply, breathing country fresh air!
Hosts Jonathan, a wildlife ranger and Julie, international school teacher are experts on history and ecology of the glacier region. We are passionate hikers and bird watchers who can show you the best places to visit.
One of our latest reviews from TripAdvisor (March 2012): "Staying at the cottage for two nights we found Ribbonwood a great base to explore Franz Josef and Fox Glacier. The cottage is a wooden building which is set apart from the house and therefore affords great privacy. It is spotless, spacious and well appointed. There are great mountain/glacier views too from the window above the bed and the main outlook from the patio window is rural. The shower is amazingly powerful. A parking space is clearly marked alongside the cottage. On arrival we had a genuinely warm welcome from Jo who gave us some of Julie's home cooking along with generous advice on how to make the best of our stay which turned out to be 100% reliable. Home cooking treats we're delivered the next day too. Breakfasts were great, no complaints on that front whatsoever, both plentiful and delicious. The property is 10 mins drive from Franz Josef so doesn't suffer helicopter noise. Julie was a particularly warm host and gave us really helpful advice on our ongoing trip. No hesitation in recommending this great accommodation.
Reviewed by Barry from Cornwell.
You will enjoy panoramic views of the forests, glaciers and mountains of Westland National Park from your room. Our grounds are specially landscaped, providing habitat to attract native birds. Ribbonwood is uniquely situated in a quiet rural landscape, a few minutes drive from the village and ten minutes drive from the glacier. Our modern home and cottage feature
complimentary Wifi, tiled bathrooms and cork tiled floors (no shoes inside please - we do supply you with complementary slippers.) At Ribbonwood we pride ourselves on our friendly personalised advice, catering for just a few guests because we want you to feel completely at
home.
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WIFI and Guest Computer
We have wireless connection for computers and have avaliable a laptop for guests to use.
"A two night stay - completely relaxing with the warmth and friendliness of home"
- Sue & Trevor, Lynsted, Kent UK.
"Thank you for a super stay. Your new cottage is a fantastic place. Hopefully see you again."
Susie & Rich, Ashton Wilts UK.
"Lovely, quiet stay with all the stars in the sky! Thanks for your kind hospitality."
- Will & Showchia, Cambridge UK.
"Definitely the best bedroom we've had in New Zealand. Thanks for hospitality."
- Jane & Jeremy, Cambridge UK.
"Short stay but wonderful place, great hosts and excellent breakfast. The room with a view was really extraordinary."
- Dani & Belin, Madrid Spain
For further enquiries:
Franz Josef Ribbonwood Retreat Bed and Breakfast
Phone: ++64 (0)3 752 0072
Email: ribbon.wood@xtra.co.nz
Website: http://www.ribbonwood.net.nz
