Welcome to Birds Ferry Lodge

Owned and operated by Andre and Alison Gygax.

Birds Ferry Lodge is ideally situated to explore the Northern West Coast of the South Island. The Lodge provides luxurious comfort, great food and wines and warm hospitality.

We pride ourselves in being able to spend time with our guests ( Maximum 6). Andre will be happy to share his extensive knowledge of the South Island.

There is a huge variety of things to see and do and many of our guests schedule staying for at least two nights to fit everything in. We offer a complimentary local guiding service for guests who stay for more that 1 night. Lunch is included in this service.

Birds Ferry Lodge is located on a terrace overlooking the sea and is surrounded by an unusual local landscape of native forest and pakihi. There are beautiful views from the Lodge it and is exceptionally peaceful. A number of native bird species, including bellbird, visit our bird-feeding table whilst larger birds soar on the thermals above.



There are gardens and tunnel houses which we will be happy to show. Most of the vegetables used in the kitchen are home grown and our free-range hens and ducks provide the best eggs you will ever have for breakfast.

With 15 years experience in the hospitality industry Alison's cooking is her forte. A cooked breakfast is served at a time to suit in the Dining Room, overlooking native bush. A three course dinner with wine is available @ $45 per person when booked one day in advance. Should you arrive without pre booking your dinner a light supper may be available subject to availability.

Guests enjoy the use of their own Lounge area with an open log fire and comfortable leather upholstery. On the deck overlooking the ocean is the heated spa which can be enjoyed at any time of the day. The house bar is available with a carefully selected range of New Zealand wines. Complimentary Hot and Cold (Non Alcoholic) beverages are available any time.

The Lodge is Smoke Free with ashtrays provided outside for smokers. A Laundry service for non delicate items is complimentary. Internet available.