FOREST and BIRD lodges

Forest and Bird, Issue 279, 1 February 1996, Page 49

FOREST and BIRD lodges

Ruapehu Lodge, Tongariro National Park Set within the national park at Whakapapa Village, this lodge is available for MEMBERS ONLY, and is an ideal location for tramping, skiing, botanising and exploring. The lodge holds 32 people in four bunk rooms, and provides all facilities except food and bedding. Private parties are restricted to 10 members. Bookings and inquiries should be made to PO Box 631, Wellington (04) 385-7374. The lodge is very popular, and bookings may be made six months in advance, if secured with a 20% deposit. The rates are reasonable, and fluctuate seasonally. Full payment is required four weeks prior to occupation, after which time there is no refund for cancellation.

Arethusa Cottage An ideal base from which to explore the Far North. Near Pukenui in wetland reserve. Six bunks. Fully equipped kitchen. Separate bathroom outside. Inquiries and bookings to Janet Snell, Lamb Rd, RD4, Kaitaia, (09) 409-8892, or Sue Beauchamp,

| Heretaunga Cres, Cable Bay, RD3 Kaitaia, (09) 406-1526. William Hartree Memorial Lodge, Hawke’s Bay Situated 48 km from Napier, 8 km past Patoka on the Puketitiri Road, the lodge is set amidst the 14-ha William Hartree Memorial Scenic Reserve, and close to many varied walks in the area including the Kaweka Range, as well as hot springs and a museum. Information sheets are available. The lodge accommodates up to 20 with 10 bunks and 10 mattresses, has fully equipped kitchen including microwave, refrigerator and stove plus hot showers and an open fireplace. You will need to supply your own linen. The nearest store is at Patoka (8 km). No animals. For rates send a stamped addressed envelope to the booking officers, Ellen and Bruce Whitlock, 233 Whirinaki Rd, RD2, Napier, (06) 836-6497. Tautuku Lodge State Highway 92, South East Otago. Situated on Forest and Bird’s 550-ha Lenz Reserve 32 km south of Owaka. A bush setting, and many lovely beaches nearby provide a wonderful base for exploring the Catlins. The Lodge, the Coutts cabin and an A-frame sleep 10, 4 and 2 respectively. No animals.

For information and rates please send a stamped addressed envelope to the caretaker: Miss M. Roy, Papatowai, Owaka, RD2. Phone (03) 415-8024. Tai Haruru Lodge, Piha, West Auckand A seaside haven set in a large sheltered garden on the rugged West Coast, 38 km on sealed roads from central Auckland. Close to store, bush reserves, and tracks in the beautiful Waitakere Ranges. Bedrooms include a double and 3 singles, plus large lounge with open fireplace, dining area and kitchen. The self contained unit has 4 single beds, a living room with kitchen facilities. Bring food, linen, and fuel for fire and BBQ. For details and rates send stamped addressed envelope to Ethne Richards, 25 Aldersgate Road, Hillsborough, Auckland. (09) 625-8973. Waiheke Island Cottage The cottage at Onetangi has comfortable bunk accommodation for eight people and has a stove, refrigerator, and hot water. Adjacent to a 49-ha wildlife reserve, it is in easy walking distance from shops and beach. It is reached by ferry from Auckland City (six or seven returns daily) and by bus or taxi

from the island ferry wharf. Everything is supplied except linen and food. No animals. Different rates apply for winter and summer. For rates send an addressed envelope to the booking officer, Maya Spence, 16 Hobson Terrace, Onetangi, Waiheke Island, (09) 372-5647.

Bushy Park Lodge At Kai Iwi, 24 km northwest of Wanganui on sealed road off State Highway 3. Historic homestead, fine grounds and 89 ha of virgin bush with tracks and trees identified. Bed and breakfast. Accommodation for 15 in six bedrooms, single and double beds, electric blankets, heaters and vanity units. Dinners available on request. Recreation room. Open 7 days; reduced off-peak rates. Separate self-catering accommodation for up to 13 is available outside the main house, including kitchen facilities, mattresses and pillows. Toilets and showers are in adjacent building. Bookings and information leaflets: Manager, Bushy Park Lodge, Kai Iwi, RD 8 Wanganui, (06) 342-9879.