Just 3 km from North of the Pancake Rocks, Te Nikau Retreat offers a range of unique accommodation, from lively dormitory rooms to self-contained cottages and lodges that are all nestled in the native forest There is a free pick-up service in Punakaiki from the Intercity Coach Terminal upon prior arrangement Fresh linen and duvets are provided in all rooms Each lodge has a kitchen, bathroom facilities, board games and a CD or record player The community house is located at Te Ruru Lodge, which is equipped with phone, internet access and laundry facilities Freshly baked bread and muffins are available for purchase Barbecue facilities, a herb garden and kitchen equipment are all available The property is an 8-minute walk through the rainforest to the beach at the base of the Truman Track Te Nikau Retreat is a 35-minute drive from Greymouth Station and a 3-hour drive from the glaciers Central Nelson is a 45-hour drive away