New Zealand

Roads in the South Island are very different from almost everywhere else in the world. Here are our top tips to help you drive safely, make the most of your travels and arrive at your destination safely.

The West Coast, or 'the Coast' as locals call it, is an untamed natural wilderness of rivers and rainforests, glaciers and geological treasures.

Please let me know what time after 3pm you will be arriving so I can try to be there to welcome you. If I can't meet up with you, I will send you the new code for the lock box at the front door.

We answer some of your frequently asked questions. Want to know more? We are only too happy to answer any other questions you may have.

We’re excited to welcome you to our farmstay! To ensure we’re here to greet you, please let us know your estimated arrival time after 3 p.m. We look forward to seeing you soon!

We look forward to meeting you and sharing our farm life.

So you've decide to tour the West Coast in a camper van! A great choice. Now you need to figure out what you want to see and then where you can stay.

During the busy tourist season over the summer, there are often a number of food trucks parked around town. The number of trucks varies from day to day depending on the weather, time of day and demand.

Have you always wanted to experience a real New Zealand farm? Have you dreamed of actually staying on a farm, waking in the morning and walking down to hand feed sheep and cows? Are you interested in staying in eco-friendly accommodation that runs totally on solar power? Come and stay with us and experience all of this and much much more.

So you are coming to travel the South Island of New Zealand and the West Coast is on your itinerary. Congratulations on making a great decision! Now you need to figure out where to stay. There are lots of choices, from regular motel rooms, hotels and campgrounds. But, how about something a lot more interesting and fun? We can offer you a choice of places to suit your needs depending on your interests, group size and budget. Which ever option you choose, we promise you that it

A visit to Franz Josef is easily doable in a day from Hokitika. It takes about 1hr 20mins to drive there. Then you can decide how you want to spend your time. There are a number of options - just decide what takes your fancy and fits your budget.

As you drive between Hokitika and Christchurch, you will pass through the township of Otira.

What is a glow worm?

I can personally recommend having a go at this. Even people with no ability at all can come away with something they are proud of.

We know you had a few choices when deciding where to stay in Hokitika, so thank you for choosing us! We hope you will love our eco-farm and our cool little town.

Summer is a busy time in Hokitika. From Christmas parades to the Christmas at the Beach celebration there is something for all the family over the holiday period.

The 2020 Driftwood and Sand sculpture competition will begin in January in Hokitika. The event runs every year at this time. It has had to be moved further south along the beach this year, as the coastline has changed and there is now very little beach where the event usually is. Sculptures are now further south at Sunset Point, near the Tambo memorial shipwreck where there is a lot more sand and plenty of driftwood for artists to create their masterpieces. The event is open to

Shopping for Gifts in Hokitika

Here we answer some of the frequently asked questions about our cottage.

We know you had a few choices when deciding where to stay in Hokitika, so thank you for choosing us! We hope you will love our little cottage and our cool little town.

We want you to feel welcome and comfortable in our little cottage. Here are a few things that will help you out during your stay.

A great little Chinese restaurant on Revell Street. Open for dine in or takeaway.

There are two fish and chips shops in Hokitika and both of them are great.

Go for lunch at Lake Brunner Hotel or the Station House Cafe.

Okarito is approx 1hr 10mins drive south of Hokitika