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The Cottage

Nestled on the doorstep of Westland National Park, the generous 40-sqm cottage boasts spectacular mountain and glacier views. Set on an acre of lush, sprawling grounds surrounded by established native trees, your secluded retreat in the heart of Glacier Country awaits.  The Cottage is self-contained with a king bed and single bed. Suitable for two people, double or twin. Embrace the welcoming warmth of the Scandinavian-style cottage built from solid timber. There is a kitchenette with drink-making facilities, a microwave and a small fridge. The ensuite bathroom features a high-flow shower.

Choose from our menu using fresh produce from the garden and homemade and local ingredients. Will you opt for the fresh fruit crepe, cooked breakfast with farm-fresh eggs, homemade bread and preserves or our famous vegan waffles? We adapt our menu for your dietary requirements. Savour every sip of our locally West Coast brewed delicious coffee. Experience the West Coasts incredible sunsets or sip your favourite wine alfresco under the stars on the large deck which eludes off the cottage ranch slider. Sink into your hotel-grade King bed wrapped in crisp 100% cotton line-dried linen.

Large windows mean the cottage is sun-drenched and the ranch slider doors open out to the deck, where you can enjoy views of mountains, forests, and glaciers.

The cottage has a wheelchair ramp, accessible bathroom facilities, wide doors, a slide shower, shower chair and handrails. Guests can enjoy the privacy of their own space, a vast garden area to roam, secluded decks and private parking. 

How We Offer The Ultimate Guest Experience

  • Ribbonwood Retreat operates passionately by the Manaakitanga Principle meaning to extend respect, generosity, warmth & care to our guests. We strive to exceed our guest's expectations by offering exceptional service.
  • We welcome our guests in person with home baking and ensure you have all the information you need.
  • We offer a concierge service whereby we help you make the most of your time by getting to know your interests and level of adventure and assist in booking activities that align with this and the weather.
  • We provide a safe, clean & warm environment with emergency plans in place. 
  • We have an intense dedication on cleanliness, exceptional quality beds & linen.
  • We are always contactable and share as much of ourselves as you require whilst being respectful of your need for rest and relaxation.
  • Health conscious - we avoid the use of chemicals and serve a wholesome delicious breakfast using produce from our garden. We cater for dietary requirements.
  • Māori consider that all gatherings should be remembered with fondness and gratitude by those who attended. It is common for hosts to treat their guests to local delicacies. We embrace this at Ribbonwood.
  • We keep a close eye on guest reviews to ensure we maintain the utmost level of experience for our guests. We take feedback seriously. ​

Ribbonwood cottage set amongst native trees and private gardens
Set amongst native trees and private gardens
The wooden paneling of Ribbonwood retreat cottage inside
Secluded Scandi inspired retreat
The Ribbonwood cottage kitchenette with drink-making facilities
The kitchenette with drink-making facilities
The ensuite bathroom features a high flow shower & hand crafted toiletries
The Ribbonwood cottage with mountains of Westland National Park
With views to the glaciers and mountains of Westland National Park
The Ribbonwood Retreat King bed and flowers on the table in the foreground
Sink into your king bed wrapped in 100% cotton line-dried linen
  • Handmade NZ toiletries
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Large private deck
  • TV, DVD player
  • Accessible facilities 
  • Ensuite shower
  • Insect screens
  • Kitchenette with microwave and toaster
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  • Free WiFi
  • Glacier, farmland and National park views
  • King and single bed
  • Bar Fridge
Our Location
​Corner Greens Road and State Highway 6
Franz Josef Glacier
+64 3 7520072
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  • Home
  • Your Hosts
    • About
    • Sustainability
  • Our Suites
    • Overview
    • The Waiho Suite
    • The Cottage
  • Breakfast
    • Garden To Your Plate
  • Activities
    • Our Top Picks
    • Hiking
    • Wildlife Tours
    • Birds >
      • Bird List
  • Blog
  • Book
    • Contact
    • Privacy Policy