Stay immersed in native flora and fauna... experience the south islands wild west coast on your doorstep. Beaconstone Eco Stay is ideally located between the Abel Tasman and the Glaciers set on 35 acres of native bush with private access to wonderful crystal clear summer river swimming. Just 1 km off SH6 but in a tranquil setting. Close to Punakaiki, Seal Colony and Kawatiri coastal trails. Your accommodation is surrounded by native bush and boasts unobstructed views over the Totara Valley and Paparoa National Park. Built with sustainably sourced local native timbers, natural furnishings, modern facilities, solar powered, filtered rain water collection, organic gardens. Beaconstone offers a truly green off the grid kiwi holiday with a nature walk on your doorstep.

Relax with majestic views from the love seat. Sunny deck for your morning cuppa listening to native calls. The Cottage (Chalet) offers open plan living and modern kitchen facilities. Lounge with wood burning fireplace and large windows for famous west coast sunset viewing. 2 bedrooms with Californian king ecco beds or singles made from natural latex and organic NZ wool. Separate sun-room for morning yoga with views. Quaint bathroom with shower, bath with bush views, flushing toilet. Eco toiletries, natural linens, robes and firewood are provided for your stay. BBQ area. Unplug and recharge in a peaceful, natural environment. No TV or wifi; instead a large library and many games, stereo with bluetooth, CDs, records, tapes and radio... and views. Wi-fi is available 5 minutes away at Charleston, or Westport 15 minutes with many 5G hotspots. If travelling with friends or special occasions, we also have the gorgeous Mountain view Hut for 2 adults; contact us to enquire.

Historic Charleston on SH6 is the starting point for the new Kawatiri Coastal Trail. Book with Underworld Adventures for caving tours, river rafting and ride the rain forest train to see amazing displays of glow worms. Experience your level of horse trekking with Dorothee through farmlands and long deserted beaches. Swim in the sheltered Bays or take a short coastal view walk; visit Mitchel Gullys retired gold mine with your torch through tunnels see gold in the walls and the giant waterwheel; Have a meal at Charleston’s Tavern with warm friendly atmosphere and local history: enjoy outdoor dining or takeaways at Jacks Gasthoff pizzeria; dive into a local wild game pie or fruit icecream at the Underworld Cafe, all a very handy 5 minutes from Beaconstone. Westport Township just 15 minutes north; with art galleries, local craft shopping, coal and Pounamu history tours, walking and cycle trails, theatre, sports centre and beaches for outdoor water activities.... Try surf lessons at Tauranga Bay with Mark, book a relaxing aromatherapy massage with Leeann, walk the coastal track to the Seal Colony and Cape Foulwind Lighthouse, on your way back stop for a drink at the Star Tavern with beer garden; visit Fox River and Carters beach local artisan weekend markets : all just15 minutes away! Or simply relax here... at Beaconstone.... private swimming, vistas, serenity ...listening to bellbrds, tui, weka, morepork, fern birds, and yes you may even hear the local kiwis......