We loved our stay at Michelle's cottage. The place is really a 30 second walk to the beach which gave us the most amazing sunset. Downtown is also about a 1 minute walk to downtown restaurants and shops. The place is unique and if it is winter or on the colder side you will want to know how to build a fire in the stove to keep the living room warm. Michelle supplied plenty of wood and the heating pads on the bed were cozy warm.
We also liked all the old pictures on the wall of the history of Hokitika. Michelle also has nice suggestions for food and activities. Good communication and easy check-in.