Murrells Grand View House - Manapouri

Historic lakeside B&B in Manapouri with breathtaking views of Lake Manapouri

Historic Setting

Murrells Grand View House offers an adults-only bed and breakfast experience inside a historic building established by early European settlers. The property sits on 1 hectares of beautiful gardens with direct views of Lake Manapouri and surrounding mountains. Guests are greeted with a complimentary welcome refreshment upon arrival, served on the verandah overlooking the lake.

Accommodations

Each room at Murrells Grand View House includes a private en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower, bathrobes, and complimentary toiletries. Room options include Queen Rooms with Garden View and King Rooms with Lake View, providing different perspectives of the property. The recently renovated interiors maintain the historic character while offering modern comforts like heated mattress pads.

Breakfast

The creative breakfast menu at Murrells Grand View House features homemade preserves and locally sourced ingredients prepared fresh each morning. Guests can choose from continental, à la carte, or full English/Irish breakfast including warm dishes, fresh pastries, and seasonal fruits. The breakfast is served in the historic dining room on antique china, creating a memorable start to the day.

Location & Activities

Murrells Grand View House is a 500-metre walk from the Doubtful Sound cruise departure point at Manapouri Harbour. The property provides easy access to Fiordland National Park and is a 20-minute drive from Te Anau Glowworm Caves and Kepler Track scenic walking trail. The hosts offer a tour desk service and will help arrange bookings for RealNZ Doubtful Sound tours and other local adventures.

Hospitality

The hosts Rob and Philippa, a long-time local family, provide personalised service and deep knowledge of Fiordland history and attractions. Guests enjoy evening happy hour on the back deck with wine, beer, and snacks while taking in the lake views. The property has a shared lounge/TV area and luggage storage, and guests can park their car on-site for the duration of their Doubtful Sound overnight cruise.

• Historic Setting: Family-operated heritage house established by early European settlers
• Breakfast: Creative menu with homemade preserves and locally sourced ingredients
• Location: 500-metre walk to Doubtful Sound cruise departure
• Garden: 1 hectares of manicured gardens with lake and mountain views
• Hospitality: Complimentary welcome refreshment and evening happy hour
• Rooms: En-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers and heated mattress pads
• Activities: Tour desk for Fiordland hikes, cruises, and glowworm caves