Somerset House

Historic boutique building in quiet location within the village. Sea views. Complimentary simple breakfast offered. Close to Farewell Spit Tour office and Wharariki Beach. Complimentary use of bikes and kayaks. The space Historic Boutique backpackers lodge is used to be a vicarage. Overlooking Collingwood township and very peaceful location with birds songs. Every morning, we provide fresh home made bread with Honey from our garden, jam, peanut butter and NZ famous Vegemite(you should try!) and milk. We have communal kitchen for you to cook on your own. Fresh eggs from our chickens and bacon for small charge and you can cook as you like. Free Coffee,Tea and herbs for your meal for all day. We also have free Wifi,bikes,kayaks,hair dryer and iron etc. Washing machine for small charge. We love to help our guests enjoy Golden Bay. When you arrive, we give you lots of information and tips depending on your time and interest. We try to remember all guest's name and introduce each other to help you settle down easily. We are a small hostel so we hope you can relax and enjoy here like home.