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Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy!

2.0 star property
Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Hokitika

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior detail

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Hokitika, West Coast Region
  • Place, Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, National Kiwi Centre
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪13 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Hokitika

In Hokitika .Stay at this Hokitika vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve and 2 miles (3 km) of Hokitika Clock Tower. Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and William Steyn Stonepainter are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • National Kiwi Centre - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Hokitika Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Sunset Point - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Stumpers Bar & Reasturant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Katsu Sushi And Noodle House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 39 - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fat Pipi Pizza - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy!

Discover your perfect escape! This peaceful retreat is set amidst stunning stone landscaped gardens. A large covered patio seamlessly blends indoor/outdoor living, while the interior features beautiful timbers, custom made peices and has a modern feel. Perfect for large groups and families.
Unwind in the spacious spa, stroll the garden paths listening to the birds sing and enjoy the dedicated Lego and games collection that children of all ages will love. There is something here for everyone. Enjoy our beautiful, unique, food producing garden! While in season we have a selection of grapes, plums, apricots, peaches, nectarines, feijoas, apples, oranges, lemons, limes, strawberries and blueberries. We are the ideal stopover on the famous West Coast Wilderness Trail. Located just 1km from the trail, you can easily take a break for a night or two to explore Hokitika, rest your legs in the spa, and continue your journey refreshed. Create unforgettable memories in this lovely getaway.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

1. Quiet Hours are 11 PM - 8AM As we are in a residential area, we kindly request that you refrain from creating disruptive, loud noise after 11:00 PM
No Unauthorized Parties or Events Parties or gatherings require prior approval. You must clean up after yourself, leaving the property in a tidy state
No pets, no smoking or vaping inside the property outside only, No third party bookings, if you have booked you must be present unless prior approval

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! to the airport?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi (3-min drive) from Hokitika Beach.

Does Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! have a pool?

Yes, there's a pool.

Does Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! to downtown Hokitika?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Hokitika.

Livingstone Retreat is perfect for family's & large groups to relax & enjoy! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay, the house had everything we needed, the kids loved the lego and games.Beautiful outdoor area.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren I.

Liked: Cleanliness
We absolutely loved our short stay at this property. The home is gorgeous inside and out. There was plenty of space for our family to spread out and not be on top of one another. The outdoor space was so serene and beautiful. The location was great and having easy, private parking was so nice. We appreciate all of the attention to detail and the amenities provided. We definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yun

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay! The place was clean, comfortable, and exactly as described. Great location and an excellent host.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025