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Driftwood Retreat

3.5 star property
Vacation home in Riverlands with free parking

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Consider a stay at Driftwood Retreat and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking included

Room options

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Nature's Retreat

Nature's Retreat

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Egyptian cotton linens
  • 441 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Tree House | Balcony view

Tree House

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 753 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Riverlands is home to Driftwood Retreat. ASB Theatre Marlborough and Marlborough Art Society are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Lawson's Dry Hills and Wither Hills Winery.
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749 Dillons Point Road, Riverlands, Riverlands, Marlborough, 7273

What's nearby

  • Marlborough Convention Centre - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • ASB Theatre Marlborough - 7 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Pollard Park - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Seymour Square - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Omaka Aviation Heritage Centre - 13 min drive - 13.3 km

Getting around

  • Blenheim (BHE-Woodbourne) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dodson Street Beer Garden - ‬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.

Languages

English

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

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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Driftwood Retreat?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Driftwood Retreat?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Driftwood Retreat?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Driftwood Retreat located?

Situated in Riverlands, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of ASB Theatre Marlborough, Marlborough Convention Centre, and Millennium Art Gallery. Pollard Park and Seymour Square are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Driftwood Retreat Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I will be back soon Really peaceful and yet close to town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hosts beautiful property. Would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

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!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017