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Franz Josef Villa, Stunning Mountain/Lake Views
Holiday home in Franz Josef Glacier with kitchen and patio
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
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Franz Josef, FRANZ JOSEF
- Place, Westcoast Wildlife Centre4 min drive
- Place, Glacier Hot Pools4 min drive
- Place, Waiho Hot Tubs4 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Master Bedroom with Ensuite
1 King Bed
Queen Room with Ensuite
1 Queen Bed
Twin Room with 2 Single Beds
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Separate dining area
About this property
Franz Josef Villa, Stunning Mountain/Lake Views
Come stay in our bright and spacious modern home located just 5 minutes from the town of Franz Josef in the heart of glacier country!
Take in the impeccable glacier country mountains and views of Lake Mapourika while lounging on the large deck or open the sliding doors and enjoy from the comfort of inside. This is a perfect 3 bedroom home away from home for family and friends.
To fully experience Glacier Country, you need to immerse yourself in the landscape. It is not until you make footprints on a high alpine snow field, journey deep into the towering rainforests, explore the blue ice caves of the glaciers, tackle a trout on a beautiful lake, jetboat up a glacial river, or contemplate the mountain reflections in Lake Matheson that you will truly encounter our wilderness.
Choose from Glacier Country adventures, including guided glacier walks, kayaking, kiwi encounters, quad biking, clay target shooting, off-road buggies, tandem skydiving and white-water rafting. There is also a range of scenic flights (helicopter or fixed wing, with or without snow landings), horse treks, hot pools, boat trips, kayaking and more. The diverse range of activities in and around Franz Josef is available all year round.
Make our beautiful home yours for your next holiday!
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$40.00 per night); Linen (included);
Take in the impeccable glacier country mountains and views of Lake Mapourika while lounging on the large deck or open the sliding doors and enjoy from the comfort of inside. This is a perfect 3 bedroom home away from home for family and friends.
To fully experience Glacier Country, you need to immerse yourself in the landscape. It is not until you make footprints on a high alpine snow field, journey deep into the towering rainforests, explore the blue ice caves of the glaciers, tackle a trout on a beautiful lake, jetboat up a glacial river, or contemplate the mountain reflections in Lake Matheson that you will truly encounter our wilderness.
Choose from Glacier Country adventures, including guided glacier walks, kayaking, kiwi encounters, quad biking, clay target shooting, off-road buggies, tandem skydiving and white-water rafting. There is also a range of scenic flights (helicopter or fixed wing, with or without snow landings), horse treks, hot pools, boat trips, kayaking and more. The diverse range of activities in and around Franz Josef is available all year round.
Make our beautiful home yours for your next holiday!
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$40.00 per night); Linen (included);
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Fireplace
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About the area
Franz Josef Glacier
Located in Franz Josef Glacier, this holiday home is in the mountains. Waiho Hot Tubs and Glacier Hot Pools are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Westcoast Wildlife Centre and Te Wahipounamu. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.

Franz Josef, FRANZ JOSEF
What's nearby
- Westcoast Wildlife Centre - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Lake Mapourika - 4 min drive - 5.5 km
- Glacier Hot Pools - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Waiho Hot Tubs - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Our Lady of the Alps - 4 min drive - 4.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Full Of Beans Cafe - 4 min drive
- Landing Bar & Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Monsoon Bar - 4 min drive
- Alice May - 4 min drive
- SnakeBite Brewery - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
20 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
delani k.
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
delani k.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
William B.
6 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Home
William B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
17 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Five star in Franz
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marci M.
1 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and convenient
Marci M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
6/10 Okay
Terence P.
16 March 2025
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy
Completely unresponsive property manager
Terence P.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Art K.
6 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Glacier
Art K.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Tom P.
20 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb spacious house with views and privacy - perfect for couples or larger groups
Tom P.
Stayed 12 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Shirley T.
18 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay just out of town
Shirley T.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
8/10 Good
Tony C., Melbourne, Australia
17 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and comfortable
Tony C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra Q.
11 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful stay in Franz Josef!
Alexandra Q.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jocelyn t.
1 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views
Jocelyn t.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
8/10 Good
Joanne G.
30 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brief overnight stay
Joanne G.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
sue w.
31 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friends in NZ
sue w.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jan H.
12 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We were delighted to stay in such a lovely comfortable Home especially when we experienced torrentia
Jan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rosie L.
29 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
star gazing
Rosie L.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Alastair M.
17 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a quiet stay in Franz Josef
Alastair M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Philippa S.
6 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Retreat
Philippa S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
SHANE O.
27 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Best House on the Westcoast!!!
SHANE O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Phoebe B.
3 January 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Franz Magic
Phoebe B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Victoria R.
11 September 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot - hope to stay again
Victoria R.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020
10/10 Excellent
Jeff B.
8 April 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Country setting
Jeff B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
becki k.
19 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick overnight and PERFECT
becki k.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kristi H., Modesto
25 March 2019
Lovely home with an excellent view
Kristi H.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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10/10 Excellent
Prem K.
8 October 2018
Easy access to Town, open and warm place
Prem K.
About the host
Hosted by FJVilla
What makes this property unique
Bright and spacious modern home
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