FAQs

Check-in at reception is available from 3pm.

Check-out is available until 10am. If you want to check out later, please ask about availability on your arrival.

Walk or mountain bike (Mar-Nov) the Queen Charlotte Track to our back gate, take a scheduled water taxi from Picton or bring your private boat (moorings are available). Or, arrive by helicopter from Wellington, Nelson, Kaikōura and Christchurch and land on our lawn.

The 17km walk takes around 5 hours. For more information on walking and biking times, and luggage transfer services, see the Queen Charlotte Track website.

The flat, easy approximately 12km coastal walk takes around 4 hours. For more information on walking and biking times, and luggage transfer services, see the Queen Charlotte Track website.

No – there are no roads to the lodge. The easiest and quickest way to get here is by water taxi from Picton. We strongly recommend our sister company, Cougar Line. You can also walk or mountain bike to Furneaux Lodge on the Queen Charlotte Track.

Definitely – the Furneaux Restaurant is a popular day destination for visitors and locals alike. To make getting here and back from Picton easy, book Cougar Line’s Cruise & Lunch.

The Furneaux Restaurant is open for breakfast from 8am - 10am, lunch is from 12pm - 3pm and dinner is 6pm -9pm. The à la carte menus change depending on the season, offering a range of fresh local dishes that cater for most dietary preferences and restrictions.
We also offer packed lunches for those heading out to explore for the day. See the Eat & Drink page for more information.

We sell some basic supplies, such as sunblock, batteries, snacks and toiletries, at the Furneaux Restaurant & Bar. However, if you’re after a selection of goods, we suggest purchasing in Picton or Blenheim townships prior to arrival.

Our location in Endeavour Inlet is the perfect place to explore our stunning natural surroundings. Lodge guests have the use of kayaks, paddleboards (SUPs), and some sports equipment to use on our expansive lawn.

Explore the Queen Charlotte Track, which is directly outside our gate, by foot or hire a mountain bike from us (Mar-Nov). Or, simply relax on the beach, in the hot tub or one of the many hammocks, or at the restaurant and bar.

For more information, including local tours, see our activities page.

If you are coming direct, the journey takes around an hour. Water taxis may take an hour and a half depending on the number of stops they make along the way. See Cougar Line’s daily schedule for more information.

Wifi is available at the restaurant and bar, however due to our isolated location in the outer Marlborough Sounds, the connection can be limited and at times unreliable.

There is no cellphone reception in our area of the Sounds.

While we are working hard to improve our wifi signal, we advise our guests to take the opportunity to switch off, relax and enjoy the beautiful surrounds. We have a landline and email at reception if anyone needs to get hold of you.

Yes – please request these when you book.

Yes. Moorings are available free of charge for guests staying with us or eating in the restaurant during meal services. There is a $25 charge per mooring per night if staying on mooring overnight.

A tender service may be available (weather dependant) We monitor VHF 63 – please give us a call before you arrive.

The Marlborough Sounds has a temperate, generally mild climate. However, our weather can change very suddenly and we always advise guests to bring appropriate clothing including a raincoat, warm layers and sun hat, especially if you are walking the Queen Charlotte Track.

Dogs are welcome at Furneaux Lodge, provided they are kept on a lead at all times and remain outdoors during your time here. The owner is responsible for picking up and disposing of any droppings.

Yes – either catch a daily scheduled water taxi, or talk to us at reception about whether our lodge boat is available.

There is no charge for cancellations 8 or more days before your intended stay. See our terms and conditions for more information, including Covid-19 related travel bans.

We love weddings at Furneaux Lodge – see our weddings page  for more information. For group celebrations, please contact us to discuss your needs.

Yes – see our conferences page for more information.

Yes, we accept all major credit cards including Visa and Mastercard. 

Yes. All rooms (except Hiker’s Cabins) have coffee and tea facilities and a mini fridge.

All rooms are lockable and guests are provided with keys.

Our Endeavour Suites and two Junior Tobias Suites are suitable for wheelchairs. Our Cook’s Cottages and Hiker’s Cabins are not as easily accessible.