We were looking for a place to base ourselves in the Hokitika area, and found Blue Spur on AirBnB. It is only a short drive from Hokitika itself, and the setting is so beautifully scenic, but also so amazingly quiet, it was the perfect place to retreat to each evening after a day of sightseeing. Michelle is a warm, friendly and attentive host, who has great local knowledge and a genuine willingness to share it with guests. The family room was cosy and warm, especially in the wild and wet West Coast weather we experienced, and perfect for our family of five (2 adults, a 16yo, 12yo and 9yo). This is a working farm, with a range of friendly animals, which the kids loved, and is 100% self-sustainable, which gave us an opportunity to teach the kids about eco-sustainable living and the importance of conserving power and water - an interesting lesson in today's consumer society! We loved staying here, and got a real buzz out of the pure quiet and darkness at night - a real change from inner city noise and light. I absolutely recommend Blue Spur!