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BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience

Family-friendly farm stay in Arahura Valley

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The farmhouse
Spacious room for up to 5 guests.
Plenty of space to relax.
Guest bathroom.
A breakfast of homemade items be added to your stay for a small fee.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
$94
avg per night

Explore the area

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Hokitika, Hokitika
  • Place, Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, National Kiwi Centre
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hokitika (HKK)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 5)

Large bedroom - sitting area

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3 Twin Beds, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Garden
Dining area
Price is $94 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Arahura Valley

Located in Arahura Valley, this farm stay is in a rural area and by the sea. Hokitika Clock Tower and Hokitika Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve and William Steyn Stonepainter. Traveling with kids? Consider National Kiwi Centre and The Gold Room. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve - 24 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Te Waipounamu Maori Heritage Centre - 25 min drive - 14.5 km
  • National Kiwi Centre - 25 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Hokitika Beach - 25 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Sunset Point - 26 min drive - 15.2 km

Getting around

  • Hokitika (HKK) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hokitika Townchip - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Stations Inn - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock Tavern - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Western Food @ West Coast Food Market - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Woodstock Hotel & Brewhouse - ‬24 min drive

About this property

BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience

Enjoy a real farm experience only 10mins from town. Sheep, pigs, cows and goats to see.
The house sits on top of a ridge overlooking native bush and farmland with views of the Tasman Sea in the distance. The property is a 75 acre farm close to town.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR STAY
* You are able to visit the animals any time. Feed the sheep.
* Tea and plunger coffee making facilities in your room
* Plenty of helpful tips and advice about activities and where to eat out
* Comfortable beds and pillows
* Huge, family or large group, sized room
* Small refrigerator in your room
* Free wifi
* TV and DVD player (no cable TV)
* Private bathroom with shower and bath.
* Plenty of reading material about the West Coast
* A warm, relaxing and friendly environment
* Great memories
EXTRAS ON REQUEST
* Outdoor fire can be set and lit for you
* Small amounts of laundry can done by me for stays of 2 days or more
* Toys and books for children
* Light breakfast of cereal, homemade yogurt and baking.
* Our house is completely off-grid. All our power comes from a solar panel array. All our water is rainwater collected from the roof. Many of the features in the house are from building recyclers.

As we are off-grid, we must be a little more careful with our power. We do not have a microwave, dryer or air conditioning.

Easy drive to Punakaiki, Franz Joseph, Hokitika Gorge and Lake Kaniere. 5mins to the beach and river, 10mins to town.
*Make yourself at home - we look forward to meeting you!
* Please note your bedroom is upstairs
*Please tell us what time you are arriving eg. between 5-6pm.
PLEASE TELL US ABOUT YOURSELVES WHEN YOU BOOK AS YOU WILL BE IN OUR HOME NOT A HOTEL.

Special conditions:
THREE NIGHT MAXIMUM STAY.
Check in after 4pm. Check out by 10am
Smoking outside only.
Please note the bedroom is upstairs so toddlers will need to be supervised.
The power shed is off limits for safety reasons.
Please close all farm gates you go through.
There is cellphone coverage but it is patchy.
Laundry can be done by arrangement. Clothes are hung to dry.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Free WiFi
Breakfast available
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children must be supervised at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside away from house only.

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience?

As of Jan 16, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience on Jan 25, 2026 start from $108.31, including 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.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience located?

Located by the sea, this family-friendly farm stay is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Kaniere Scenic Reserve, William Steyn Stonepainter, and National Kiwi Centre. The Gold Room and Westland Greenstone Ltd are also within 9 mi (15 km).

BLUESPUR FARMSTAY - Off grid farm experience Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Grace W.

Amazing home, very restful and homely.

Amazing home, very restful and homely. Delicious breakfast. Perfect quiet location in the countryside
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

Lovely, interesting property.

Lovely, interesting property. Kids loved the animals. Only a short drive to town and local attractions.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property was beautiful and the kids loved the animals.

The property was beautiful and the kids loved the animals. Close to town.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We enjoyed our 2 nights at the Farmstay - it was a lovely location, very clean and an easy drive to

We enjoyed our 2 nights at the Farmstay - it was a lovely location, very clean and an easy drive to Hokitika.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michelle and Garth's farm is very remote and quiet but only a short drive away from Hokitika.

Michelle and Garth's farm is very remote and quiet but only a short drive away from Hokitika. Adorable farm animals, lovely big room, scrumptious homemade breakfast and clean bathroom. Definitely visit the Glow Worm Dell after dark on SH6 and enjoy a meal at the Beachfront Hotel Oceanview restaurant.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property is close to hokitika if you have a car- lovey spot, a really NZ experience.

The property is close to hokitika if you have a car- lovey spot, a really NZ experience. The room we stayed in was really large and comfortable and had everything a family could want in terms of toys, books and breakfast and comfy beds!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Good location in the countryside near Hokitika, a convenient base to explore the surroundings and th

Good location in the countryside near Hokitika, a convenient base to explore the surroundings and the glaciers. Big room perfect for families, with a large private bathroom on the same floor. No kitchen but all the essentials for breakfast provided, including deliciously fresh products from the farm.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

A lovely home in a quiet setting.

A lovely home in a quiet setting.. Fantastic hosts.. Nice and Tidy..
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Really lovely house, lots of cool quirky things to look at.

Really lovely house, lots of cool quirky things to look at. The bathroom has a lovely claw-foot bath! The bedroom is huge, easily big enough for all 4 of us. Really interesting ornaments and souvenirs, all set out on upcycled shelves, eclectic mix of furniture and vintage bits and pieces. Super-comfortable beds, toys and books for the kids, homemade muesli and yoghurt from the farm. fresh fruit and Havana coffee all in the room! Perfect distance from Hokitika.. easy drive to town for dinner.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic property and room perfect for our family (4).

Fantastic property and room perfect for our family (4). Lots of animals to see and stunning views of stars due to being out of town. definitely recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Very quiet and restful.

Very quiet and restful. its a beautiful old house with lots of character and a really comfortable feeling. We had a great time wandering around the yard and checking out the animals, especially the wee piggies!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Very quaint location and the room very cosy and well set up.

Very quaint location and the room very cosy and well set up.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

We loved our stay ! So peaceful and at the same time very close to Hokitika.

We loved our stay ! So peaceful and at the same time very close to Hokitika.Enjoyed very much communicating with Michelle and her husband. Lovely exchanges around a glass of wine...Our boys loved the place and a big thank you to Michelle for showing them little lambs ! They will remember the lambs "lollies" ! Thank you so much for sharing your kitchen and dining table with us ! We will make sure we will come back to your place if we travel in this lovely area !
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

My family of 4 had an enjoyable 2 night stay at the Blue Spur Farmstay.

My family of 4 had an enjoyable 2 night stay at the Blue Spur Farmstay. Michelle and her husband Garth are very sincere and welcoming hosts with an in-depth knowledge of the area. They gave us excellent recommendations on places to visit and dine. We also enjoyed interacting with the friendly and funny animals on their property :) A wonderful option if you are looking for accommodation in the area!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

The property is exactly as described on the site - close to Hokitika however offering a unique combi

The property is exactly as described on the site - close to Hokitika however offering a unique combination of rural lifestyle, privacy, stunning views, and a sense of homely and comfortable living amoung many treasures collected over the years. This special property offers a chance for a genuine NZ experience often not accessible to most travellers. We will highly recommend this special property and its committed owners. Enjoy!