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Reviews of The Dressmaker’s Cottage Hokitika

The Dressmaker’s Cottage Hokitika
Seaview, West Coast

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s a busy little house
Clean, warm and inviting. This cute little home accommodated 6 overseas travellers very comfortably. Jane was very welcoming and knowledgeable in the local community and history.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dressmakers cottage delight!
What a special place full of amazing memorabilia. A true delight to stay in with so much to see - beautiful reminders of yesteryear. Extremely comfortable and warm and Jayne is the most beautiful soul to deal with. Can’t recommend highly enough. Would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barabara M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
We had the most comfortable stay of anywhere we have been. Jaynes interior decorating flair is second to none. A most delightful stop, we were reluctant to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gillian H., Coromandel

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little cottage
The beds here are super comfy, and we loved the way the cottage was decorated. Nice and handy to Hokitika.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2024
Thank you Gillian, I’m thrilled you both enjoyed the cottage and hope to see you again sometime! Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Nicola H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing
Very clean and tidy, full of fabulous West Coast history and location is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location on the west coast.
Jayne gave us a warm welcoming to Hokitika. She provided us with great places to see and best places to dine. The Glow Worm Dell was amazing, free, and you can photograph them. Thank you Jayne.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thanks John, it was my pleasure to host you and I’m thrilled you enjoyed your stay and had a chance to explore our wee town and what she has to offer! All the best Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Stephen &.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Dressmakers Cottage
This historic home had everything we needed for our stay. The decor is wonderful. It's like we stepped back in time. Yet the cottage still has all the modern conveniences like TV, WiFi, large fully stocked kitchen, very large bedrooms and comfy beds. The only drawback is it is on the main highway. This road is quite busy and we did hear traffic noise. Also it is too far to walk into town. The owner is extremely accommodating. We enjoyed our time here and as long as you have a car, we would recommend this cottage to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2024
Stephen and Jane were five star guests A gorgeous couple who left the home spotless And you couldn’t asked for better folk!

10/10 Excellent

Robert G., Colchester, England.

Liked: Cleanliness
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Very welcoming and comfortable cottage, a 2 minute drive from Hokitika, very near Glowworm Dell.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Julia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Interesting experience
Communication with host was fast & excellent, with easy check-in. Lovely host. We stayed 3-days.. House is right off of the main highway which is super - a little hard to find in the dark but we managed it fine. House is an interesting experience - especially if you like history. I liked it. My husband didn't, he said there was so much stuff in it that if he put something down he might lose or forget it. Handles on cookware were all very loose, we tightened them so they are OK now. Some of the large mugs in the drawer were chipped, easy to miss. FIngerprints on microwave and door handle that goes to laundry room. Bathroom water pressure and heat were excellent. Heated blanket in the bedroom we stayed was super - we ran it for 15 mins. W&D good. Interestingly there was no mention of the water reclamation/processing pools directly over the road between the house and the beach which I'm sure surfaced way after the house was originally built. One of the pillows was hard & would benefit from being replaced, rest were OK. Linens excellent. Tea bags, oatmeal etc provided. Interestingly though it was the only home of the 7 we stayed in on our trip that did not leave milk - either fresh or long-life. Ie it was the only one with a bare fridge, other homes left milk, eggs, chocolate,even bread to differentiate themselves for weary traveller. Not a deal breaker I agree, just something to consider as often its the small things we remember. All in all A-OK, just some easy quick fixes..
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Really felt like home. Had everything i could have wanted.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Warm and comfortable house with quirky theme. Host pre warmed the house and was very friendly and helpful. Good internet and I spent a couple of days working at the kitchen table while the rest of the family was busy in Greymouth and Hokitika. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy
Was lovely and warm especially liked the electric blankets and had all the facilities we needed Loved looking at all the old trinkets around and telling my daughter all about them too Lovely place
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely respite
Very warm, welcoming and comfortable. Enjoyed the quirky deco, really clean and easy to stay. Beautiful sunsets across the road and very low noise despite busy road nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Very homely, warm and comfortable. Lovely owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

jane a.

Liked: Cleanliness
HonestJ
Loved everything. A definite must to stay at if your wanting gorgeous & quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2023
Thank you Jane, it was a pleasure to host you!

10/10 Excellent

sue c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to Stay.
Very quirky lively cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alison D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hokitika homeliness
Ideal location for exploring the West Coast, just a few minutes walk to the beach, a short drive to Hokitika. Full of quirky memorabilia but really cosy and homely with a very responive and friendly host. Maybe not the best kitchen to cook from scratch, but lots of choice to eat out in town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb 2023
So pleased you enjoyed the home and location Alison And that you had a good time exploring Hokitika

10/10 Excellent

Sheena R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, stylish and unique
We loved this gorgeous 3 bedroom house. Everything you need is here and Jayne has curated very pretty bricabrac, antiques and textiles plus modern appliances and antique porcelain. Too many details to mention but we really loved it. Close to town and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Feb 2023
Thanks again for choosing to stay in The Dressmakers Cottage Sheena, I’m thrilled You were comfortable and enjoyed your stay

8/10 Good

Graham & Barbara I., Motueka, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Interior designer's cutie.
Beautifully decorated and furnished. No tissues provided. Toilet nowhere near bedroom or bathroom! Kitchen not very practical. Need a small coffee table by the sofa to put drinks on. Otherwise, lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Stay
Great location and fantastic facilities. Thanks for a wonderful relaxing visit to Hokitika.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Jan 2023
Thanks Amanda So pleased you had a relaxing stay!

8/10 Good

Julie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you need for a comfortable holiday, maybe a few fans would be a welcome addition.

8/10 Good

Morag K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location on outskirts of Hokitika and close to beach
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

John Roy M., Ashburton

Liked: Cleanliness
NICE TO BE AWAY
NICE PLACE BUT SO MANY MIRRORS ,THIS IS A BIT OVER THE TOP FOR US HAVE A NICE DAY
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage
Bit short on glassware but a trip to the local second hand shop fixed that
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M., Christchurch, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property!
We had a wonderful stay..everything was as expected & Jayne was lovely on arrival. House is beautifully renovated and in a great location for exploring the area. Would highly recommend :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jun 2022
Thank you both, I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay. It was lovely meeting you both

10/10 Excellent

Vivien T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dressmaker Cottage Heaven
Gorgeous, peaceful, so interesting roomy, and for 5 adults perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay at a much loved house
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the dressmakers cottage. Jayne has poured so much time and energy into making it cleverly curated collection of treasures. Beautifully presented, would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veerle P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place
A property with surprises in every corner and every room, beautiful vintage décor, treasures everywhere. Perfect base for exploring the West Coast.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geoff C., Nelson

Liked: Cleanliness
A cottage with history & memories of yester-year
Five star plus. Amazing effort has gone into turning this old cottage into contemporary accommodation with fantastic memoirs and taonga. We loved staying here and meeting Jayne.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jan 2022
It was really lovely meeting you and your group Geoff, I thrilled you enjoyed you stay in our old family home. Please remember us if you happen back our way. Sweetheart regards Jaynee

10/10 Excellent

Amanda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for our West Coast adventure.
We experienced a lovely warm welcome and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house was warm, extremely comfortable and contained numerous interesting and historical features. We will certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2021
Thank you and your groups custom Amanda It was a pleasure meeting and hosting you all! Would welcome you back anytime Stay safe, Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Sabra B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
Has everything you could want! Super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Jayne has expressed her passion through the nostalgic and quirky nature of her house. But it’s not just a gimmick as the cottage was welcoming and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andy V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming cottage
We had a lovely stay at Jayne’s cottage. Sparklingly clean and beautifully furnished. A credit to many hours of loving labour on Jayne’s part.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2021
Thank you Andy and Rob so please you enjoyed your stay. You’d be welcome back anytime! Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Craig M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable place to relax
We stayed prior to the coast-to-coast this year, and the property was an ideal base to relax and prepare for the event. It was very comfortable and everything you need was provided. Jayne was an excellent host and made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2021
Thank you, it was my pleasure to host you and your team-family!

10/10 Excellent

wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend sailing
Jayne our Host was very welcoming and friendly. The house was eclectic, homely and beautifully decorated and very clean. Our bed was really comfy and the house had everything you could want and the gardens and bird life were a bonus. Would highly recommend to others
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Feb 2021
Thank you Wendy and Alastair So pleased you enjoyed your stay. And thank you for choosing The Dressmakers Cottage All the best Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Special Place to Stay
This cottage is just a couple of minutes drive from town and a pleasure to stay in. A lot of thought & heart has gone into the decorating of this cottage. It is comfortable, very clean and everything has been thought of.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2021
Tracey was a pleasure to host. They left the home clean and tidy and I would not hesitate to have them visit again.

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Staying in a time from the past
Beautifully art directed home set with a theme of The Dressmaker, the attention to detail is extraordinary. There is so much to look at with all the nicknacks. Most unusual and so nicely situated just outside of the township. Recommend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2021
Pat and her group were a pleasure to have stay at the cottage and would be most welcome back anytime.

8/10 Good

Warren M., Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend at the Dressmakers Cottage
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay we felt very welcome, the cottage is quiet, warm and cosy, Tui's and other wildlife outside the door, walk across the road to the beach and shot drive into town. Thank you, we will be back.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2020
Thanks Warren, loved meeting you and the ladies. I’d love to have you back! Kindest regards Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Lisa and Martin J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Fabulous property and stay, thank you Jayne - and a special thank you for accommodating the extra unexpected guest!
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2020
Lisa, Martin and family were a pleasure to have and left everything clean and tidy! Great guests, hope to see you agai! Jayne

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing homely place, perfection
What a cool place, high end accommodation. The art and decor creates a unique stay that brings smiles and warm memories of a time past. The baking Jayne left was delicious and all I can do is highly recommend. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020