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Paul F
Swansea, United Kingdom

Longer would have been better

5.0 of 5 bubblesReviewed 1 Apr 2020
We picked Teichelmanns for a one night stop on our way north, if only we had known we could have planned it better and stayed longer. We were greeted warmly by Frances and Brian and they had put us in the cottage which was an added treat. Next came tea and home made cookies in the garden. After a lovely sit down with Frances and Brian we settled into the cottage which is very well appointed, spotlessly clean and comfortable. Hokitika is a nice place and after a wander we settled down for a very comfortable night. Breakfast was a treat, a real delight and then we left knowing we wanted more of Teichelmanns’s. Frances and Brian are amongst the most welcoming, friendly and kind hosts we have met during our four months in New Zealand, their accommodation is superb and we really hope to visit again.
Date of stay: March 2020
Room Tip: The cottage was lovely
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Responded 2 Apr 2020
Many thanks for this glowing review. No more guests for us now until hopefully November.When all this VIRUS stuff is sorted.We hope you are enjoying the rest of your NZ adventure, it will be one holiday to remember !!! Safe travel home. Maybe next time the train trips may happen !!!
Best Regards
Frances and Brian
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    Reviewed 15 March 2020 via mobile

    Frances and Brian were such warm and wonderful hosts - full of information, history, and chat. The room was immaculate and breakfast was a treat. Everything is just a walk away in quaint and quirky Hokitika. All in all, can’t recommend highly enough.

    Date of stay: March 2020
    Trip type: Travelled with family
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    Brian Ward, Owner at Teichelmann's Bed & Breakfast, responded to this reviewResponded 17 March 2020

    Hi
    Many thanks for this glowing review.We are delighted that you both enjoyed your stay in " Our Cool Little Town" Also hope that you made it home before the " Virus" changed every ones travel plans.It was a pleasure to meet you both.
    Best Regards
    Frances and Brian

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    Reviewed 8 February 2020

    After a long, scenic drive from Christchurch over Arthur's Pass, we were welcomed with tea in the garden outside our comfortable room--a perfect respite from the day. The location is convenient for walking to craft and jade shops, and the breakfast was superb. The one caveat is that Brian and Frances have the place up for sale, so no guarantees that their generous hosting will be available next year.

    Date of stay: January 2020
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    astraclose, Owner at Teichelmann's Bed & Breakfast, responded to this reviewResponded 9 February 2020

    We are delighted that you had a relaxing time here in Hokitika.Yes, our property is perfectly placed to walk to the beach, river, cafes SHOPS !!! etc etc.We have been hosting for 20 years and now wish to retire and travel ourselves. Thanks so much for the positive review.
    Best Regards
    Frances and Brian

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    Reviewed 5 January 2020

    We had a wonderful two night stay in Hokitika and Teichelmann's B&B was the perfect place to be. Ideally located and very welcoming. Breakfast was a treat and Francis' home cooking was delicious - especially the plums! I was amazed to see drawings of a Nottingham tram and also Papplewick Pumping Statiion on the wall (we're from Nottingham) and Brian told us of his times spent here in the seventies. Fabulous!

    Date of stay: November 2019
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    astraclose, Owner at Teichelmann's Bed & Breakfast, responded to this reviewResponded 9 January 2020

    Thanks so much for your great feedback.Brian's time living and working in Nottingham were some of his best days. Any chance to talk about them is meet with glee.We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We want to wish you both all the very best for 2020.
    Best Regards
    Frances and Brian

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    Reviewed 11 December 2019 via mobile

    We managed to get to Hokitika via The Lewis Pass, hoping to reach Franz Joseph. It was not to be as the road was closed due to the torrential rain. However, we had a lovely time in Hokitika mainly as our hosts Francis and Brian were incredible.

    We stayed in the garden room, which had a very comfortable bed and a huge en-suite with a spa bath, plus a lovely sunny deck.
    Breakfast was always fresh fruit, yogurt and muesli plus toast, juice and then whatever eggs you wished for. Tea and coffee are in plentiful supply with cake when you return each afternoon.

    Helpful advice is given on what to do and we were even dropped off by Brian for a particular walk. We were invited to the local quiz night, although I am not sure about our contribution!

    Date of stay: December 2019
    Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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    astraclose, Owner at Teichelmann's Bed & Breakfast, responded to this reviewResponded 13 December 2019

    Hi
    Thank you so much for such positive feedback.We were delighted that you finally made it to the West Coast albeit the long way round!!! Hope the weather is behaving at the top of the South Island and you may even get a swim !!
    Merry Christmas to you both and safe travel home to the UK. Brexit or not !!
    Best Regards
    Frances and Brian

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    Reviewed 28 November 2019 via mobile

    We unfortunately stayed only one night at this wonderful place which has 6 wonderful rooms equipped with queen or kingsized beds, an own bathroom and the possibility to help yourself out with a tea or coffee. The rooms in this historic house are lovingly furnished. We had a very warm welcome from our hosts Frances and Brian. Thank you very much for your good recommends and your kindness. Definetely a Place to stay again in the future.
    Thank you.

    Date of stay: November 2019
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    astraclose, Owner at Teichelmann's Bed & Breakfast, responded to this reviewResponded 29 November 2019

    Thanks so much for your positive feedback.We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us in our " Cool Little Town"
    Best Regards
    Frances and Brian

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