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Prospect Lodge B&B
452 Manapouri Te Anau Highway, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9679 New Zealand
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#9 of 25 B&Bs in Te Anau
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Prospect Lodge is owned by Ross & Joan Cockburn from Mt Prospect Station and the former well renowned Mt Prospect High Country Homestay. Elegantly situated on a ridge overlooking Lake Te Anau, the Te Anau township and the mountains of Fiordland, with a view that takes your breath away, the lodge has two beautifully appointed contemporary king or twin guest rooms with lake views and private terraces, en-suite bathrooms and luxury bedding, and is a fabulous place to base yourself while visiting Milford or the wider Fiordland area. With very experienced hosts the Lodge offers an exclusive and boutique experience, with well sourced local produce a key ingredient in the exceptional hospitality on offer, including a kitchen garden for fresh produce. Families are well catered for due to the exclusive capability of the Lodge. Prospect Lodge has a well established reputation as one of the finest luxury accommodation providers in the Fiordland area.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Complimentary tea
Complimentary welcome drink
Non-smoking hotel
Room features
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
Dining area
Fireplace
Coffee / tea maker
Cable / satellite TV
Extra long beds
Walk-in shower
Housekeeping
Interconnected rooms available
Private balcony
Seating area
Wardrobe / wardrobe
Refrigerator
Electric kettle
Flatscreen TV
Electric blanket
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
Room types
Mountain view
Bridal suite
Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Boutique
Luxury
Languages Spoken
English
Location
452 Manapouri Te Anau Highway, Te Anau, Fiordland National Park 9679 New Zealand
Getting there
32 Restaurants
within 10 kilometers
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We had a truly lovely experience staying at Prospect Lodge. Ross and Joan were fantastic hosts and immediately made us feel welcome and comfortable in their home. Our room had all of the necessities and opened out onto a patio with an incredible view of the mountains and Lake Te Anau. The sunrise was stunning. Breakfast was delicious with a yogurt/granola spread, amazing croissants and highly recommended french toast (other options available). We also got to meet travelers from other parts of the world and share backgrounds and stories around the breakfast table, which was a nice experience. We hope to be able to stay here again and highly recommend!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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3 nights in this beautiful house well arranged for us to be quiet. Little touches from our guests (homemade pastry, glass of wine, flowers...) the hearty breakfast to help us start the day of hikes. Even if you want to stay so much the view is beautiful and the estate huge. It feels good. Thank you Joan and Ross for such a pleasant short stay.
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Date of stay: November 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Très confortable, distingué accueillant
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A lovely lodge just outside the town of Te Anau. Access up a 0.9 km fairly steep gravelled drive - good parking. Our room was comfortable with a walk out area with seating overlooking the garden and views over the lake. We were able to access the lounge area, however this was an area used by the owners and we felt as if we were intruding. Breakfast offered a range of food - yoghurt, fruit, juice, croissants, home made jams and marmalade and the usual cooked menu.
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Me and my wife just checked out today from this lovely lodge after spending two nights as part of our honeymoon in New Zealand. The lodge is situated in the midst of breathtaking landscapes and it is 5 minute drive from the town centre. The interiors of the lodge are very elegant and well maintained.
Joan and Ross, the hosts, were very welcoming warm and friendly. We enjoyed bonding with them every morning over a delicious breakfast that was made by Joan before heading out to explore Te Anau. Joan was also very helpful in reccomending different places me and my wife could dine in. She was also kind enough to make sure our room was always neat before we arrive from each outing. And the treats left in our room were a thoughtful touch from them!
We can't wait to come back and stay in the Prospect Lodge again!
Joan and Ross, the hosts, were very welcoming warm and friendly. We enjoyed bonding with them every morning over a delicious breakfast that was made by Joan before heading out to explore Te Anau. Joan was also very helpful in reccomending different places me and my wife could dine in. She was also kind enough to make sure our room was always neat before we arrive from each outing. And the treats left in our room were a thoughtful touch from them!
We can't wait to come back and stay in the Prospect Lodge again!
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: Joan can provide them with the best tips.
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Prospect Lodge is a beautifully designed and expertly appointed home in the most spectacular setting and Joan and Ross are warm and inviting hosts. I cannot say enough about them. We enjoyed our stay in Te Anau and our stay in their home! If you have the chance to stay here you would be lucky indeed!
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Date of stay: February 2025Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We would give ten stars if possible! Echoing other reviewers, the location is breathtaking, the rooms are ideal & comfortable, and the breakfasts are delicious. At the end of each day, there was even a new treat waiting for us. In addition to the perfect place, Joan and Ross are the very best of the best as hosts. They are a wealth of local information for outings, restaurants, and the area in general. They knew what we needed before we did and were very accommodating. Their warmth and good humor made us feel like we were visiting dear friends. We highly recommended this if you are visiting Te Anau!
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Date of stay: February 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: The location is outside of town, so you will need transportation. The many restaurants fill...
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Superb room with views to die for. The owners who live in the other end of the house are very friendly and can’t do enough to make your stay a wonderful experience. There are two en-suite rooms in this architect designed property. Well away from the road and the town up a private 900 mtr. drive. Ross & Joan were excellent company and made us very welcome.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Our tour company organized our stay at Prospect Lodge. They knew we liked a good view. The view from our room was absolutely spectacular overlooking the lake. We had beautiful and comfortable beds and chairs. Lots of good space for our luggage. Everything was over the top. Including our hosts. Joan and Ross are so attentive to their guests with good recommendations for dinner spots, bike routes and lots of info on the region. The cows grazing beside the property along with the beautiful flowers in their gardens made our stay so very memorable! Thank you both! S & T
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Myself and my husband went to stay in Prospect Lodge for 2 nights during a recent trip to New Zealand for our honeymoon. Before getting to Prospect Lodge we had been staying in hotels and so it was a wonderful change to stay in a B&B. This place is a couple of minutes drive outside of a lovely little place called Te Anau. From the moment we arrived Joan and Ross were very welcoming. They were kind and chilled and we instantly felt relaxed. The lodge itself is wonderful and the views from it are simply stunning. Joan makes a yummy breakfast so you won’t be leaving the place hungry. We would have loved to have gotten to stay even one more night if we could. Hopefully we can get back again in the future as this really was a wonderful little find in a lovely spot. Would highly recommend.
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Date of stay: March 2020Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A wonderful experience combining luxurious accommodation, unsurpassed views of the lake and mountains and a warm welcome from hosts Joan and Ross (and their cattle). Te Anau has a lovely vibe and the Kepler Trail is on the doorstep for a day’s hike. Thank you!
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Date of stay: November 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Hi, sorry for the delay! Can you please check details through our website, just type in Prospect Lodge Te Anau, and you will find the relevant information on there.
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Prospect Lodge
solotravels asked a question Jan 2015
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom3 contributions1 helpful votewe are planning a trip in March 2015
do my have availability for 1 double room for 2 adults on the nights of march 2-4 inc (i.e. 3 nights and then 1 night march 8 please ?
we are doing the route burn walk in between the requested nights and would like to leave our car with you if that were also possible ?
many thanks
helen
Hi Helen, yes those dates you have requested are available at this stage. If you go to our website there is direct booking service for you to pop those details in and we can confirm them for you. (I am unable to provide a direct link through this forum but if you Google Prospect Lodge B&B Te Anau it will come up for you).
Absolutely no problem leaving your car with us, we would be happy to take care of that for you.
Thanks for getting in touch, we will look out for your accommodation request through the website.
Kind regards
Rachel
Hi there, yes absolutely. The rooms are very well appointed and a hairdryer is an absolute must have :)
Looking forward to meeting you
Kind regards
Joan
"The location is outside of town, so you will need transportation. The many restaurants fill quickly - make reservations asap!"Read full review
"Both rooms seem equally nice, the corner room seems to have windows on both walls."Read full review
FORMERLY KNOWN AS
Mt Prospect Station
LOCATION
New ZealandSouth IslandSouthland RegionFiordland National ParkTe Anau
NUMBER OF ROOMS
2
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Frequently Asked Questions about Prospect Lodge B&B
Which popular attractions are close to Prospect Lodge B&B?
Nearby attractions include Southern Secret Doubtful Sound Overnight Cruise (2.7 km), Kepler Track (1.6 km), and Fiordland Cinema (3.9 km).
What are some of the property amenities at Prospect Lodge B&B?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
Which room amenities are available at Prospect Lodge B&B?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and blackout curtains.
What food & drink options are available at Prospect Lodge B&B?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast, complimentary tea, and a free welcome drink during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to Prospect Lodge B&B?
Conveniently located restaurants include Ditto, Sandfly Cafe, and Redcliff Restaurant & Bar.
Does Prospect Lodge B&B have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the mountain view available here.