The River Shack is located in Nelson, just 13 miles from Christ Church Cathedral and 14 miles from Trafalgar Park. This guest house provides free private parking, private check-in and check-out, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the guest house. The air-conditioned guest house consists of 1 bedroom, a living room, a fully equipped kitchenette with a toaster and a kettle, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the guest house. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. The nearest airport is Nelson Airport, 11 miles from The River Shack.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.7
Free Wifi
5.0
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • G
    Guy
    United States United States
    If you want to get out of the city and have a quiet stay this is the place for you. We could only hear the fast water in the river to put us to sleep and the sheep talking to each other.
  • Alex
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Unit had a large fridge and freezer unit. Rivershack Comp Honey was a nice touch.
  • Tim
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    River Shack is an excellently equipped and superbly located wee bolt hole that was just perfect for my six day stay in the Nelson/Richmond area. It's much bigger on the inside than it looks in the pictures, everything worked, everything you might...
  • Davide
    Italy Italy
    Everything. We decided to spend almost the whole day there relaxing by the river. Night sky was stunning.
  • Tina
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely loved The River Shack, the hosts were great and brilliant base to explore the area.
  • Doug
    New Zealand New Zealand
    the quiet the sound of the river the isolation without being too far from all the normal utilities
  • Amrit
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The river view and fresh air are incredible! Super friendly host. Very clean, safe and comfortable place, well facilitated. There was no hair dryer or toiletries, but no biggie for us, just remember to bring your own:) Rest assured, you are going...
  • Arthur
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The River Shack was very well appointed and in a lovely location with sheep and lambs running around in the paddock beside the accommodation. There was a beautiful river running nearby which provided a beautiful soundtrack to our stay. The wifi...
  • Charles
    New Zealand New Zealand
    We were caught is the heavy rains over labour weekend and the owners were accommodating and helpful sorting our wet gear
  • Chris
    Kyrgyzstan Kyrgyzstan
    Room had well appointed kitchen, clean bathroom and comfortable bed. Everything you need.

Area info

Amenities of The River Shack
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linens

View

  • River view
  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor dining area
  • Outdoor furniture

Kitchen

  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

    Services

    • Private check-in/out

    Safety & security

    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms

    General

    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Hardwood or parquet floors
    • Soundproof
    • Private entrance
    • Heating
    • Non-smoking rooms

    Accessibility

    • Entire unit located on ground floor

    Languages Spoken

    • English

    House rules
    The River Shack takes special requests – add in the next step!

    Check-in
    From 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM
    Check-out
    Until 10:00 AM
    Cancellation/ prepayment
    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
    Children & Beds

    Child policies

    Children not allowed.

    Crib and extra bed policies

    Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

    Age restriction
    The minimum age for check-in is 18
    Pets
    Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
    Smoking
    Smoking is not allowed.
    Parties
    Parties/events are not allowed

    The fine print
    Must-know information for guests at this property

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    FAQs about The River Shack

    • Room options at The River Shack include:

      • Chalet
    • The River Shack is 9.9 miles from the center of Nelson. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • The River Shack offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

      • Check-in at The River Shack is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

      • The prices at The River Shack may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.