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The Blackhouse Cottage

Property class: 3
3-star accommodation with kitchen in Ruatapu

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A covered outdoor deck with a wooden floor, white furniture, and a glass door leading to an interior space.
A cozy living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.
A house with a porch and a small deck, surrounded by trees and a hilly landscape.
A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with patterned bedding, a desk with a chair, and a television.
A compact laundry room with a washing machine, a wicker basket, and a bed with patterned bedding.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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30 Arthurstown Rd, Ruatapu, West Coast, 7883
  • Place, National Kiwi Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hokitika Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hokitika Museum
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Ruatapu

In Ruatapu .You'll find Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre and Hokitika Clock Tower within 2 miles (3 km) of this cottage. William Steyn Stonepainter and Hokitika Museum are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • National Kiwi Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hokitika Glass Studio - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Hokitika Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hokitika Museum - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 4 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hokitika Sandwich Company - West Coast - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Stumpers Bar & Reasturant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fat Pipi Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hokitika Townchip - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 39 - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Blackhouse Cottage

3-star accommodation with kitchen in Ruatapu
Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Ruatapu cottage.

  • 1 guestroom or unit
  • Smoking in designated areas
Guest accommodations at this cottage offer hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads.

This Ruatapu cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices). Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Free crib

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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 elevator (single-level property)
  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Property payment types

  • Mastercard

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cleaning fee: NZD 40.00 per accommodation, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Mastercard and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

The Blackhouse Cottage Cottage
The Blackhouse Cottage Ruatapu
The Blackhouse Cottage Cottage Ruatapu

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Blackhouse Cottage to the airport?

This cottage is 2.4 mi (4-min drive) away from the Hokitika (HKK) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Blackhouse Cottage?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Blackhouse Cottage on Nov 1, 2026 start from CA $228, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Blackhouse Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is The Blackhouse Cottage to the beach?

This cottage is 1.5 mi (2-min drive) from Hokitika Beach.

Does The Blackhouse Cottage offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Blackhouse Cottage?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at The Blackhouse Cottage?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Blackhouse Cottage?

This cottage offers free self parking.

Does The Blackhouse Cottage have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does The Blackhouse Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is The Blackhouse Cottage to downtown Ruatapu?

This cottage is 6.6 mi away from Ruatapu.

The Blackhouse Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely spot. Beautiful area
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Warm, cosy and clean. Lovely cottage !
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay in the Blackhouse Cottage, and wished we could have stayed longer. It was gorgeously appointed and well set out. The beds were super comfortable and we were snug and warm in the cold. So cozy and the perfect place to unwind and relax. We would stay here again and again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A great place to stay and our second time in this property, wonderful location, quiet and the cottage has real character. It's a real pain not having a washing machine though and that may influence our decision to return. You need to provide more towels or at least provide swimming towels. I think some of the kitchen utensils need an upgrade too - a decent sharp knife and a cheese grater wouldn't go astray
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022