Welcome to
ENCHANTED
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Enchanted
4 Humphreys Gully Road West, Arahura Valley, West Coast Region
Plenty of onsite parking.
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CHECK IN
Check-in time: Anytime after 4:00pm
Check-out time: Anytime before 10:00am
For early check-in or late check-out, please reach out closer to your stay and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
ACCESS
You will be emailed your access code the morning prior to your arrival.
CLICK HERE FOR HOW TO ACCESS ENCHANTED
MINDFUL CHOICES
In keeping in line with our sustainability goals please note we do not provide milk upon arrival. We understand there is diversity of taste where milk is concerned and with so many options on the market these days we ask you to please pick up your favourite so your cup of tea or coffee will be just the way you like it.
DINING
In New Zealand’s smaller towns, restaurants close earlier with optimum dinner reservations between 6:00 – 8:30pm.
If arriving after 8pm, consider dining beforehand or grabbing supplies from New World supermarket (open until 9pm) to enjoy a home-cooked meal in our fully equipped kitchen.
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WIFI Network: ENCHANTED
WIFI Password: fabulous!A little note for your stay at Enchanted:
Because Enchanted is so beautifully tucked away and surrounded by nature, mobile reception can be a little patchy at times. To stay connected with ease, we recommend logging onto the property Wi-Fi as soon as you arrive so you can still stay in touch even when cell signal drops out.
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Tiaki means to care for people and place. The Tiaki Promise is a commitment to care for New Zealand, for now and for future generations.
New Zealand is precious, and everyone who lives and travels here has a responsibility to look after it.
By following the Tiaki Promise, you are making a commitment to New Zealand. To act as a guardian, protecting and preserving our home.
Nau mai, haere mai ki Aotearoa, welcome to New Zealand.
CARE FOR NEW ZEALAND
#TIAKIPROMISE
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Click HERE to be taken to our live NZTA traffic and Travel updates.
Travelling Well on the West Coast
Respect private land and farm gates.
Stay on marked tracks.
Leave beaches and forests as you found them.
Support local businesses where you can.
Take your rubbish with you.
Drive carefully on West Coast roads.
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Your Morning Coffee, Your Way
Every great day starts with a good fix - and at Host’d, we believe it’s the little details that make all the difference. That’s why your stay includes not just one, but three coffee options to suit your style:
A classic plunger for slow mornings
A Nespresso machine
A Breville espresso machine for a barista-style brew
Whether it’s a quiet solo moment or a shared cup before the day begins, we’ve made sure your morning coffee is well taken care of.
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Welcome to Your Home Away from Home!
We’ve poured a lot of heart into designing these spaces for you to enjoy and make your own. We kindly ask that you treat the home and its amenities with the same care and kindness you would your own.
Family-Friendly: Our homes are perfect for little ones under 12. Please take care to keep plants and delicate items out of reach if needed.
Guests: Unregistered guests are welcome by invitation - just let us know in advance.
TV & Personal Accounts: If you log into any streaming apps, please don’t forget to sign out to keep your information secure.
Using the Outdoor Bath: Please avoid using any soaps, shampoos, or chemicals here.
The waste water flows directly into the garden nourishing the plants and we’re grateful for your help in keeping it fresh and natural.
No Smoking: To keep our spaces fresh, please refrain from smoking indoors.
Candle-Free Home: We kindly ask to please avoid using candles for your safety.
Thank you for your cooperation, and from all of us at Host’d - enjoy your stay!
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Kitchen - Gas Bottle
The kitchen runs on a gas bottle. If it happens to run out during your stay, there’s a spare bottle stored in the large box nearby, ready to switch over.
Please refer to the photo here to help you locate it easily:
Photo 1: Location of the gas bottle box
Photo 2: Where the gas bottle is connected
If you do end up changing the bottle, we’d really appreciate a quick message just to let us know.
Fire Starting
You’ll find everything you need to get the fire going in the kitchen dresser.
The first drawer on the right contains fire starters and matches.
Please take care when lighting and ensure everything is fully extinguished after use
Fire Pit & Wood Access
There’s a wheelbarrow available in the woodshed, which is just to the left of the property. Feel free to use it to bring wood over to the fire pit - especially helpful if you're planning a cosy evening under the stars:
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TV Remote
The directional wheel is a little quirky and is reversed: right acts left, and left like right.
Bluetooth Audio
To connect your device:
Press the Pair button on the unit.
When pairing mode is active, the device will appear as “AA-0522” in your Bluetooth list.Select AA-0522 on your phone or device to connect.
Adjust the volume using your phone/device, or gently using the dial on the unit.
The Bluetooth Audio is located just to the right of the sideboard in the dining atrium - easy to spot once you’re nearby.
Click HERE to see exactly where it is.
Cocktail Glasses & Straws
You’ll find stainless steel straws for the swan cocktail glasses in the kitchen dresser.
Located in the middle drawer.
These are paired with the swan cocktail glasses for your drinks.
Just a little heads-up that they’re reusable, so a quick rinse after use keeps them ready for the next round!
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Before You Hop In the Spa…
We do ask please to have a quick rinse in the shower before using the spa to keep the water fresh and ready for the next soak!Photo of outdoor shower: HERE
Jacuzzi Rules & Guidelines
Welcome! To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience with our beachfront jacuzzi, please follow these guidelines:
Usage & Safety:
Always shower before entering.
Children under 14 must be supervised!
If you feel overheated or lightheaded, take a break.
The jacuzzi is for property guests only.
Maintenance & Operation:
No bath oils, salts, sunscreens, bubbles, food, beverages, or smoking in the area please.
Additional Care for Long Stays:
Add 2 tablespoons per person of chlorine/bromine after use.
Check the pH level with provided strips as needed.
Topping Up the Spa
If the water level in the spa gets a little low during your stay, you’re very welcome to use the hose near the spa to top it up.
We kindly ask that you turn the hose off fully after use - topping it up to the usual level is plenty.
IMPORTANT: Always keep the cover on when not in use to maintain the optimum 40°C temperature and prevent debris buildup.
Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy your stay under the amazing New Zealand starry sky at Enchanted!
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A Little Note of Care
Enchanted is supported by a lovingly maintained septic system, and we kindly ask that only the laundry detergents and kitchen liquids we’ve provided are used during your stay. These have been carefully chosen to protect the system and the natural environment that surrounds us.
To keep everything running smoothly, please ensure that only toilet paper is flushed down the toilet. Sanitary items should be placed in the bathroom bins provided, as the system isn’t designed to handle anything beyond toilet paper. We also ask that guests don’t stand on the toilet seat, as this can cause damage.
These small acts of care make a big difference and help avoid any unpleasant surprises.
Thank you so much for your thoughtfulness and for helping us look after Enchanted.
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Rubbish, Trash, Glass & Recycling
You’ll find the bins to the left of the garage by the woodshed.
Big blue bin – General waste
Green bins – Recycling
Small blue bin – Glass only
Travelling with little ones? If you’re using nappies, we kindly ask that these are not placed in our bins at the property. Instead, please dispose of them in the bins provided at New World supermarket or at the Hau Hau Road Recycling Centre.
Thank you for your support and keeping Enchanted tidy and sustainable!
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So Do We! 🌿
At Host’d, we take great pride in our green spaces, caring for hundreds of plants across our properties. Each one has been lovingly propagated, nurtured, and placed with purpose, creating a fresh, vibrant atmosphere while naturally filtering the air for you to enjoy.
While they may not always look picture-perfect, each leaf tells a story of growth and resilience. To keep them thriving, we kindly ask that you avoid watering or tampering with them - they’re on a special care schedule tailored to their needs.
We also ask that small children be kept away from the plants, as little hands can be curious, and some species may be fragile or sensitive to touch.
By admiring rather than adjusting, you’re helping us maintain a healthy, balanced ecosystem within our homes. Thank you for letting our plants do what they do best- bringing life and beauty to your stay! 🌱✨
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CHECK OUT 9:45AM
Our housekeepers are the real heartbeat of our company and they do a brilliant job so please help respect their demanding schedule.
To ensure a smooth departure please aim for 9:45am, this then gives you an extra 15 minutes should you need it to be out of the property by 10am when our housekeepers arrive.
Turn off lights, close windows and doors, and return keys to the lockbox and scramble code.
Wash and put away dishes or start the dishwasher with enough time for the cycle to finish for the housekeeper.
NOTE: Please avoid putting frying pans or cookware in the dishwasher - it can damage their non-stick surface and shorten their lifespan. We kindly ask that these items be hand washed only.
Leave used towels in the bathroom (please do not put into the washing machines as our lovely linens are hired).
Log out of any personal accounts on TV apps for security.
Check for belongings so nothing special gets left behind.
If you have perishable items that are worth sharing please leave them in the fridge or on the bench.
If you've moved furniture, kindly return it to its original spot.
We know accidents happen - if there are any accidental damages please let us know so we can address the issue before our future guests arrival.
If you have early travel plans and are vacating the property earlier than check out it’s lovely to let us know so we may pass onto the team. This may allow them to start a wee bit earlier and means we may offer an earlier check in when requested.
Please take a minute to leave us a review - we'd love to hear about the favourite memory of your stay.
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111 is the emergency number in New Zealand for Police, Fire and Ambulance.
+64 3 755 8180 - Westland Medical Centre
+64 3 755 8150 - Westland Pharmacy
+64 210 266 5154 - Property Manager: Claire O'Connell. Please text message only
Enchanted
HOST’DLet the wild in.
A considered guide to settling in, slowing down and enjoying every thoughtful corner of Enchanted.
Your retreat
in the valley.
Welcome to Enchanted. We hope you settle in, slow down and enjoy the beautiful home and wild landscape around you.
Morning coffee
The kitchen is ready for every kind of morning, with a coffee plunger, Nespresso machine and Breville espresso machine.
02 · ACCESS & ARRIVALFinding your way.
Arahura Valley
Parking
There is plenty of parking available onsite.
Your keys
The lockbox is mounted on the wooden wall beside the front door, underneath the coat hooks and next to the doorbell, within the covered entrance. Enter the access code sent before arrival, open the box and collect the key.
Early check-in or late checkout may be possible. Please message us closer to your stay and we’ll always do our best.
03 · THE HOUSEMake yourself
at home.
Heating & cooling +
Two of the master suites at both ends of the house feature heat pumps for heating and cooling.
There is also a mobile air-conditioning unit on wheels for hotter weather, which can be moved between rooms.
Lighting the fire +
You’ll find everything you need in the kitchen dresser. The first drawer on the right contains fire starters and matches.
Please take care when lighting and ensure everything is fully extinguished after use.
TV remote +
The directional wheel is a little quirky and reversed: right acts as left, and left acts as right.
Bluetooth audio +
- Press the Pair button on the unit.
- Select AA-0522 in your Bluetooth list.
- Adjust the volume on your device, or gently with the dial.
The unit is just to the right of the sideboard in the dining atrium.
Cocktail glasses & straws +
The reusable stainless-steel straws for the swan cocktail glasses are in the middle drawer of the kitchen dresser. Please give them a quick rinse after use.
Gas bottle +
The kitchen uses bottled gas. A spare is kept in the large gas-bottle box outside. If you need to change it, please message Host’d through your booking platform so we can assist.
Soak beneath
the stars.
Jacuzzi rules & guidelines
- 01Shower first
Always shower before entering.
- 02Supervise children
Children under 14 must be supervised.
- 03Listen to your body
Take a break if you feel overheated or lightheaded.
- 04Guests only
The jacuzzi is for property guests only.
- 05Keep the water clear
No bath oils, salts, sunscreen, bubbles, food, beverages or smoking in the area.
For longer stays
Add two tablespoons per person of chlorine or bromine after use, and check the pH with the provided strips as needed.
Topping up
Use the hose near the spa if the water is low, then turn it off fully.
Fire pit & wood
The woodshed is just to the left of the property. Use the wheelbarrow there to bring wood to the fire pit.
05 · HOUSE RULES & CAREA little note
of care.
We’ve poured a great deal of heart into Enchanted. Please enjoy it fully and treat the home with the same care you would your own.
- 01Family-friendly
Keep plants and delicate items out of reach of little ones.
- 02Visitors
Unregistered guests are welcome by invitation—please let us know in advance.
- 03Outdoor bath
No soaps, shampoos or chemicals. The wastewater flows into the garden.
- 04TV accounts
Please sign out of personal streaming accounts.
- 05Smoke and candle free
No indoor smoking, and please don’t use candles.
Our ecosystem at Enchanted
Enchanted is supported by a lovingly maintained septic system. Please use only the laundry detergents and kitchen liquids provided; they protect the system and natural environment.
Only toilet paper may be flushed. Place sanitary items in the bathroom bins, and please don’t stand on the toilet seat.
Rubbish, glass & recycling
The bins are to the left of the garage by the woodshed: large blue for general waste, green for recycling, and small blue for glass.
Nappies should be disposed of at New World supermarket or Hau Hau Road Recycling Centre rather than in the property bins.
06 · GLOW-WORM ADVENTUREA little magic
after dark.
You’ll find glow-worm torches in the white bowl on the bar, ready for a quiet night-time wander.
Take care around the shallow stream, wear sturdy shoes and supervise children closely. Return the torches to the bowl when you’re finished.
07 · ENCHANTED’S WEKAWild, free &
fabulously cheeky.
You may spot our resident weka. These curious native West Coast birds are clever, confident and completely gorgeous.
Please admire them from a distance and don’t feed or entice them. Keep bedroom and dining-room sliders closed when nobody is inside so the weka stay safely wild and independent.
Care for this
beautiful place.
Tiaki means to care for people and place—a commitment to care for New Zealand now and for future generations.
By following the Tiaki Promise, you act as a guardian, protecting and preserving our home.
Nau mai, haere mai ki Aotearoa, welcome to New Zealand.
Travel well.
- Respect private land and farm gates.
- Stay on marked tracks.
- Leave beaches and forests as you found them.
- Support local businesses where you can.
- Take your rubbish with you.
- Drive carefully and allow extra time on West Coast roads.
Good questions.
What heating and cooling is available? +
Two master suites have heat pumps, and a mobile air-conditioning unit can be moved between rooms. Fire starters and matches are in the first drawer on the right of the kitchen dresser.
Is the tap water safe to drink? +
Yes. You can enjoy fresh, clean water directly from the tap.
How does the refrigerator dispenser work? +
The LG fridge in the laundry provides chilled water, crushed ice and ice cubes. Choose an option on the display and press your glass gently against the dispenser.
What should we know about the weka? +
Admire from a distance, don’t feed them, and keep unattended sliders closed. They’re native West Coast birds—not short-nosed kiwi.
Can friends or family visit? +
Unregistered guests are welcome by invitation—please let us know in advance.
Enjoy a good cuppa tea? +
All kettles are electric, so never place them on the stovetop. We don’t provide hob-top appliances such as moka pots or stovetop kettles.
Lost something? +
Message us through your booking platform. A service fee applies if our team needs to retrieve, store, package and post an item.
What linens are provided? +
Your reservation includes fresh linens and plush towels.
Travelling with an electric vehicle? +
You’re welcome to charge at the property. Bring your own cable; a public charger is also available at New World Hokitika.
Until next time.
Our housekeepers are the heartbeat of Host’d. Leaving by 10am gives them time to prepare the house beautifully.
- Turn off lights, heating and cooling; close windows and doors.
- Ensure every fire is completely extinguished.
- Replace the jacuzzi cover securely.
- Return keys to the lockbox and scramble the code.
- Wash and put away dishes or finish the dishwasher cycle.
- Handwash frying pans and non-stick cookware.
- Leave used towels in the bathroom.
- Log out of personal television accounts.
- Dispose of waste following the recycling guide.
- Check for belongings and return moved furniture.
- Message us about any accidental damage.
Thank you for staying with us.Warmly,
Claire, Sandy & the Host’d team
Here when
you need us.
For anything relating to your stay, message Host’d through your booking platform so our team can respond and keep everything together.