Furneaux Lodge

Furneaux Lodge occupies an enviable position at the head of Endeavour Inlet in the Marlborough Sounds, accessed by boat from Picton or via the Queen Charlotte Track. The centrepiece is an iconic historic homestead, built by the Howden family among the Sounds' original bach owners, which now houses the restaurant and bar. Native forest backdrop and rolling lawns lead down to views across the stunning green-blue sea.

Accommodation ranges from contemporary Endeavour Suites with private decks to comfortable Cook's Cottages suitable for families, plus Tobias Junior Suites and basic hiker's cabins. All main rooms feature sea views. The Furneaux Restaurant and Bar, located within the original homestead, serves fresh local seasonal cuisine paired with Marlborough wines or other beverages, with unobstructed water views and natural scenery as backdrop.

The lodge is family-owned and operated, and explicitly caters to multiple occasions: relaxation, walking or biking the Queen Charlotte Track, activity-packed holidays, and special events. Its waterfront location and dedicated event facilities make it particularly suited to celebrations and gatherings.

The Marlborough Sounds themselves provide the natural playground for activities. Guests book directly with the lodge, and it operates year-round as a genuine, independent luxury destination rather than a chain or budget accommodation.