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

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

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • 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, Hokitika Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪13 min walk‬

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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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve. A hot tub and laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine, and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • 9 minutes by foot from Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve and a 2-minute drive from National Kiwi Centre
This vacation home offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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 lift (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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
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