The Bird Hide: rustic luxury 30 mins from Dunedin

A cosy shepherd's hut next to the Hawksbury Lagoon Wildlife Refuge - a haven for birds and a peaceful nature retreat for you. Enjoy tranquil views from the luxury of bed. Take your time with 12pm checkout. Explore the lagoon or walk 15 minutes to the stunning Waikouaiti beach. We'll leave you in peace but are on hand if needed. You have a separate guest area with kitchen and bathroom. Continental breakfast provided. Free high-speed internet and free parking. 30 minutes north of Dunedin off SH1. The space We love to share our special spot beside the lagoon. You can bird-watch from your bed in the Bird Hide! There are often spectacular sunrises across the water too. The cosy sleeping space with curved ceiling has a queen size bed made up with luxury cotton and linen bedding. It's a replica of a shepherd's hut with all modern conveniences (power points, lights and heating). The little woodburner creates a lovely atmosphere on a cold night (or just use the heater!). In warm weather you can throw open the French doors and relax in your own secluded nature retreat, nestled in the native plantings. The guest bathroom and kitchen nook are in a separate space below the main house, accessed a few steps from the sleeping hut across the private courtyard Guest access We've tried to keep the Bird Hide access quite separate from our family home so that you can come and go as you please, arriving and leaving without needing to interact with us. You share a driveway and parking area with the household but the Bird Hide access is private to you. .