Crooked Mile - historic Kiwi cottage- Hokitika - Hokitika

Crooked Mile Cottage is over 100 years old. Guests call it "charming," "quirky," and "a real Kiwi bach experience."
If you love old homes with character, cosy rooms, and a log fire in winter, you'll feel right at home. If you're after sleek finishes and a new-build feel, this probably isn't your place. Expect quirks, creaks, and patina — along with comfort and plenty of charm.

LOCATION
Sitting in the historic heart of Hokitika, we're 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. We're also perfectly placed as a base for the wider West Coast — Fox Glacier, Franz Josef, Hokitika Gorge, and the TranzAlpine are all within easy reach.

INSIDE
The living spaces are compact but thoughtfully set up, with generously sized bedrooms. The kitchen is small but well-equipped — past guests often say "everything I needed was just there." The house sleeps up to 8, though keep in mind there is one bathroom and a dining table that seats four, with stools for extra guests.

FAMILY FRIENDLY
Kids love it here — and so do parents.
Fully fenced with a large yard
Pirate ship playhouse in the backyard
Toys, books, games, outdoor games, beach toys, and picnic basket
Portacot and highchair available on request
Kids' room with small TV and Amazon Firestick
Great playgrounds nearby

HIGHLIGHTS
1 minute to the beach, 2 minutes to cafés, bars, and shops
Beds guests describe as "very comfy," with quality linen provided
Easy self check-in, friendly host
Woodburner fire, heaters, and blankets for winter stays
Bike storage in the woodshed or front porch
No cleaning fees

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.

SUSTAINABILITY
We're committed to low-impact hosting. We make up only the beds needed for your group to reduce laundry and waste — please let us know your bed requirements when booking.

PETS
We sometimes welcome a dog. Please discuss this with us before booking — permission is required at the time of reservation.

LOCAL GUIDES
Make the most of your stay by exploring our Guidebook, packed with tips on local activities, attractions, and hidden gems across the West Coast.

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.

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.

Will suit independent travellers as I don't live on site. I'll try to meet you at the property and welcome you. Please tell me what time you are arriving.
If I can't meet you I'll send instructions on how to enter the house.
I'm happy to give you advice about restaurants and local attractions.
You can contact me through Airbnb if there are any problems between 7am and 10pm.

Crooked Mile Cottage is located in the historic quater on Revell Street, also known as the Crooked Mile. Hokitika has a rich and vibrant history that you can learn about at the museum. Now, Hokitika is a busy little tourist town with a great arts and craft culture. There are many excellent restaurants & bars, and of course our stunning, wild beach. The best place to stay on the West Coast!

You can easily walk to the beach/river and shops/restaurants.
There is a local taxi service.
Hokitika Scenic Tours (Guided drive to the Hokitika Gorge etc)
The airport is 5mins drive.
A car is best to see all the sights.

Crooked Mile Cottage is over 100 years old — full of character, clean, and tastefully decorated. If you love old homes with personality, you'll feel right at home.
☆ No cleaning fees are charged. We simply ask that you leave the cottage as you found it and follow the checkout instructions.
☆ Please return the key to the lockbox on departure. Lost keys incur a $30 replacement fee.
☆ Pets by arrangement — please discuss before booking.
☆ Being a short stroll from the beach, the occasional insect visitor is part of coastal living. We do our best to keep the cottage bug-free but are unable to offer refunds for this.
☆ Recycling matters to us. Please follow the recycling guide provided — general waste and glass must not go in the yellow-lid bin. Incorrect use may result in a $20 fee to cover disposal costs.