Crooked Mile Cottage - Classic Kiwi Beach Stay

You won’t find a better-located holiday house in Hokitika – right in the historic heart. • Just 1 minute to the beach and river, 2 minutes’ walk to shops, restaurants, bars and theater. • This character-packed cottage is full of old-world charm and retro vibes. It’s not fancy or new, but it’s cozy, welcoming, and full of personality. • With space to sleep up to 8, it’s ideal for families or groups wanting something different from a hotel. Come enjoy this classic Kiwi cottage. The space Crooked Mile Cottage is over 100 years old — and proud of it. Guests call it “charming,” “quirky,” and “a real Kiwi bach experience.” • If you’re looking for sleek finishes or the feel of a new build, this won’t be the right fit. But if you love old homes with character and art, cosy rooms, and if you stay in winter - a log fire to sit by, you’ll feel right at home here. • This is a home for people who prefer personality over perfection. Expect quirks, creaks, and a bit of patina along with warmth, comfort, and plenty of charm. If “quirky” is a compliment in your book, Crooked Mile Cottage will make a memorable base for your West Coast stay. LOCATION: Our cottage sits in the historic heart of Hokitika — just one minute from the beach, two minutes to the river and Sunset Point, and a short stroll to cafés, shops, and restaurants. Many guests say they hardly used their car because everything they needed was walkable. INTERIOR: Inside, the living spaces are compact but thoughtfully set up. The bedrooms are a generous size. •The kitchen is small but well-equipped, with past guests often commenting that “everything I needed was just there.” • The house sleeps up to eight, but keep in mind there is only one bathroom and a dining table that seats four plus stools. FAMILY FRIENDLY The cottage is perfect for families. Kids love it and so do parents! • It's fully fenced with a large yard area to play in. • Plenty of toys, books and games. • Outdoor games, picnic basket, beach toys. • Portacot and highchair available on request. • Outdoor playhut • Small TV with Amazon Firestick in kids room. • Great playgrounds nearby. HIGHLIGHTS • Just 1 minute to the beach, 2 minutes to cafés, bars and shops • Beds guests call “very comfy,” with quality linen provided. • Well-equipped kitchen — “everything I needed was just there” • Easy check-in, friendly host, off-street or street parking WINTER MONTHS: Log fire ready to light, with heaters and blankets for chilly nights. BIKE STORAGE: You can put your bikes in the wood shed in the backyard or lock them on the front porch. SECURITY: There is a Ring security door bell camera on the front and back door to monitor the pathway and entrances while the house is empty. Make sure all guests including babies are included in your booking reservation. If there is a fire or emergency we must know exactly how many people are in the house. CLEANING: No cleaning fees are charged for your stay and we will handle the cleaning and preparation of the house for your arrival. We kindly request that you leave the house in a clean and orderly condition upon your departure. Failure to do so may result in additional fees. Thank you. HELP US BE SUSTAINABLE: Follow our recycling guide. Turn off lights/heating/appliances when not in use. • As part of our efforts to be more eco-friendly, we have implemented a policy of only making up the beds that are required based on the number of guests booked. • By doing so, we aim to minimize water and energy consumption associated with laundry, reduce the use of cleaning products, and ultimately reduce waste. We believe that these small steps can contribute to a more sustainable future for our planet. SUPPLIES: We provide a starter supply of toilet paper etc. For longer stays, you will need to top up from the local supermarket. PETS: We sometimes allow a dog. Please discuss this with us when you request to stay. Permission is needed at the time of booking. BEFORE YOU BOOK: Make sure you note our house rules and read the full description. Let us know which beds you require. TRAVEL TIPS AND LOCAL GUIDES: Take advantage of our travel tips and local guides by reading through the Guidebook to discover exciting activities and attractions to explore during your stay. However, please be aware that you must obtain your own travel insurance, as we are unable to provide coverage for you. In the event of cancellation, Airbnb's policies apply. Guest access To ensure a comfortable stay, please let us know the number of guests staying and the type of beds needed, such as 1 queen or 2 singles. Remember to include children and infants in your guest count. Guets will have access to the bedrooms required according to which beds you have requested. Other things to note ☆This is an old house. It has it's quirks but it is clean and tastefully decorated. Please don't expect a modern/new house. ☆ Please leave the key in the lock-box. Lost keys will incur a $30 charge. ☆ We don't charge any cleaning fees. Please leave the house as you found it and follow our check out instructions. ☆ Pets by arrangement only. ☆ Items left behind that need to be posted will incur a $20 handling fee plus postage. ☆ It's really important that no general waste or glass is put into the recycling bin (yellow lid). If these are placed in the recycling bin, it won't be collected. A fee of $20 will be charged as we will have to take the bin to the refuse center and they charge us. ☆ Do not re-tune or change any settings on the TV or wifi. Any charges to hire a technician will be passed on.