Title: Driftwood Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Driftwood Retreat Vacation home in Riverlands with free parking ## Photo gallery for Driftwood Retreat ![View from property - Driftwood Retreat (Riverlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19826000/19825953/a9f45abf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Tree House - Driftwood Retreat (Riverlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19826000/19825953/76cfb149.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Sundeck - Driftwood Retreat (Riverlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19826000/19825953/37e94641.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Nature's Retreat | Private kitchenette - Driftwood Retreat (Riverlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19826000/19825953/7d96405e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior entrance - Driftwood Retreat (Riverlands)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19830000/19826000/19825953/7ecfc396.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Prices - Amenities - Policies Consider a stay at Driftwood Retreat and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRiverlands-Hotels-Driftwood-Retreat.h19825953.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FRiverlands-Hotels-Driftwood-Retreat.h19825953.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-41.51903%2C174.04141&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UoQCgSUOKSDqnebaFAVUgUmeE2U=) 749 Dillons Point Road, Riverlands, Riverlands, Marlborough, 7273 #### What's nearby - Millennium Art Gallery \- 7 min drive \- 9.3 km - Marlborough Convention Centre \- 7 min drive \- 9.3 km - ASB Theatre Marlborough \- 7 min drive \- 9.3 km - Pollard Park \- 8 min drive \- 10.0 km - Seymour Square \- 8 min drive \- 9.6 km #### Getting around - Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dodson Street Beer Garden - ‬6 min drive - ‪Dodson Street Alehouse - ‬6 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Grove Tavern - ‬6 min drive - ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬7 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. ### Driftwood Retreat Vacation home in Riverlands with free parking This smoke-free vacation home features laundry facilities, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include barbecue grills and a picnic area. All homes are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and hair dryers. Kitchenettes with refrigerators are standard, and guests will also find furnished balconies and Egyptian cotton sheets. Housekeeping is available once per stay. Guest accommodations at Driftwood Retreat are accessible via exterior corridors and offer hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets and premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Kitchenettes offer refrigerators, cookware/dishes/utensils, and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis. ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100439900/100439805/cdf3109a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relax and unwind in your home away from home in a large private home Witherlea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-29&endDate=2025-12-30&selected=100439805&PinnedHotelID=100439805&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120970000/120965900/120965860/3a423b1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Central Blenheim Villa Blenheim CBD - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi CA $457 CA $715 total includes taxes & fees Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-01&endDate=2026-01-02&selected=120965860&PinnedHotelID=120965860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121280000/121274300/121274284/b8635fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ugbrooke Country Estate Lower Dashwood - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Breakfast available CA $190 CA $219 total includes taxes & fees Dec 18 - Dec 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-18&endDate=2025-12-19&selected=121274284&PinnedHotelID=121274284&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib ### Kitchenette - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### Dining - Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 20 per person ### Bedrooms - Egyptian cotton sheets ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Premium channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Furnished balcony - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (once per stay) - Iron/ironing board on request - Luggage storage - Tour and ticket assistance ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Access via exterior corridors - Garden - Individual decor - Soundproofing ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 10 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals welcome) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 20 per person The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### National rating Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services. ### Property is also known as Driftwood Retreat House Blenheim Driftwood Retreat Blenheim Driftwood Retreat Riverlands Driftwood Retreat Private vacation home Driftwood Retreat Private vacation home Riverlands ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Driftwood Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Driftwood Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Driftwood Retreat? ### Where is Driftwood Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Staff & service ### 10/10 Amenities ### 9.6/10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 20, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I will be back soon Really peaceful and yet close to town ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Mar 25, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Excellent hosts beautiful property. Would highly recommend ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller Dec 7, 2017 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Disliked: Room comfort #### Great except for mosquitoes Beautiful setting and accommodation. Enjoyed being amidst the animals and gardens. The only downside was the horrible experience trying to sleep with many mosquitoes! I would stay again but be warned about keeping door closed!! ##### Verified traveller Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret Mar 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Margaret Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Days Inn by Wyndham Brantford](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Days-Inn-By-Wyndham-Brantford.h16354.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence & Conference Centre - Brampton](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Residence-Conference-Centre-Brampton.h1195645.Hotel-Information) > > [Astoria Plaza](https://www.expedia.ca/Manila-Hotels-Astoria-Plaza.h988836.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Banff National Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-National-Park-Hotels.0-l602291-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [VIP Grand Lisboa Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Lisbon-District-Hotels-VIP-Grand-Lisboa-Hotel-And-Spa.h1858190.Hotel-Information) > > [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Wembley Stadium](https://www.expedia.ca/Wembley-Stadium-Hotels.0-l501565-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Golf Hotels in South Carolina](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-South-Carolina-Golf-Hotel.0-0-d242-tGolfHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Osaka Marriott Miyako Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Osaka-Hotels-Osaka-Marriott-Miyako-Hotel.h6963659.Hotel-Information) > > [Paradisus Cancún – All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Paradisus-Cancun-All-Inclusive.h525789.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Muscat (MCT)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/mct/winnipeg-to-muscat) > > [Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dtw/mco/detroit-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Santa Ana (SNA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/sna/vancouver-to-orange-county) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Montreal (YHU)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yhu/toronto-to-montreal-metropolitan-airport) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mco/toronto-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Niagara Falls (IAG) to North Bay (YYB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/iag/yyb/niagara-falls-to-north-bay) > > [Flights from Saskatoon (YXE) to Sidney (YYJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxe/yyj/saskatoon-to-victoria) > > [Flights from YTO-All Airports to St. Paul the Apostle](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yto/ohd/toronto-to-ohrid) ### Activities > [Things to do in San Pedro](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-San-Pedro.d3253.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Hong Kong SAR](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Hong-Kong-SAR.d77.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [San Diego Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego.d3073.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Bahamas Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Bahamas.d13.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### Vacation Rentals ### General