For Bookings/Enquiries
Fortrose Retreat
Ian and Jeanette Ruddenklau
Physical address:
2150 Tokanui - Gorge Road Highway
Southern Scenic Route
Fortrose
Catlins
Southland
New Zealand
Postal address:
Fortrose
RD 5
Invercargill
Southland
New Zealand
Phone/Fax: +64 3 2469557
Email:
info@fortroseretreat.co.nz
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Fortrose Retreat is within easy driving distance to all the magnificent
Catlins attractions. |
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Situated off the beaten track on the south east coast of New Zealand, the
Catlins
is
a major highlight of the Southern Scenic Route.
Winding between Fortrose and Kaka Point, you will travel through rural
heartland, nostalgic with timeless, rustic charm. Along the way walking
tracks and byways will beckon. Take them. What lies beyond, are the true
awe-inspiring treasures of the Catlins.
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Waipapa Point Lighthouse
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The natural wonders are enthralling and the wildlife is extraordinary. See
seals and sea lions, the Hectors dolphins in Curio Bay and the different
species of penguin. View the spectacular scenery with its sweeping beaches,
rugged coastlines, formidable cliffs, watchful lighthouses, waterfalls and calm estuaries.
Experience the Catlins Coastal Heritage Trail and the magnificent gardens.
The Catlins has
many wonderful experiences to share. So accept the
invitation and stay a while. Meet
Southland
locals and relax on “Catlins Time”. |
Sea lion at Waipapa Point
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You are only 25 minutes drive from the Petrified Forest at Curio Bay or
Waikawa where the boat "Dolphin Magic" can be chartered.
It is
just another 10 minute drive and
a
short walk to Slope Point, the
southernmost
tip of the South Island.
A 15 minute drive leads you to Waipapa Lighthouse, which marks the scene of
New Zealand's worst
civilian
shipwreck. At this point you are able to
view sea lions,
wildlife and sea birds.
Other
attractions include numerous bush wallks, waterfalls and the Cathedral Caves
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Frasers Beach
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Trout fishing in the world renowned Mataura River is within easy driving
distance.
On the cliffs at the mouth of the Mataura River is the Golf Course at
Fortrose commanding stunning views of Foveaux Strait and the Fortrose
Estuary. Bluff, the
gateway to Stewart Island, is approximately a 50 minute drive.
There are many attractions to be enjoyed
without getting in the car including your own private bush walk and the
excellent views from your window. |
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Golf Course at Fortrose
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