Will surely be a place I remember forever. It is just as described. Truly a peaceful bush hideaway.
If you have a vehicle I recommend staying here as you can hit Franz Josef in just 20-25 minutes or so. We learned that Ōkārito is the only place in the area where Kiwis live. They’re nocturnal so be careful driving at night.
Having breakfast on the porch, hearing the birds sing was completely serene.
It is a composting toilet so, something to get accustomed to. And it is separate from the main house as is the second bedroom. It’s great for a pair of couples or some friends.
There is very little cellular coverage, depending on provider (we used Vodafone) so you’ll have to head into town. But it’s nice to be forced to unplug and go off grid.
Would love to stay there again!