Smiths Farm Holiday Park - Linkwater

$$$$||View on mapLinkwater, New Zealand1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater Rd1, Linkwater, New Zealand, 7281|
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Smiths Farm Holiday Park - Linkwater
1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater Rd1, Linkwater, New Zealand, 7281·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Staff9.8
Cleanliness9.6
Value for money9.6
Comfort9.5
Location9.5
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples30%
Solo10%
Groups6%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.4Perfect
Staff9.8
Cleanliness9.6
Value for money9.6
Comfort9.5
Location9.5
Who stays here
Families54%
Couples30%
Solo10%
Groups6%

Working farm holiday park in Linkwater with private glow worm grotto and waterfall walk

Amenities & Activities

Smiths Farm Holiday Park offers exclusive access to private walking trails that lead to a waterfall and a glow worm grotto within the property. Guests can interact with farm animals including sheep, pigs, and goats, with free animal feed provided on arrival. The park provides a free pickup and drop-off service to the Anakiwa end of the Queen Charlotte Track and has facilities for mountain bike rentals and guided excursions.

Accommodation

The park offers self-contained cottages and studios with mountain and rural views, each featuring a private patio. Some units include a kitchenette and TV with satellite channels, while others provide access to shared kitchen, laundry, and bathroom facilities. Smiths Farm Holiday Park Linkwater received a Spirit of Hospitality Award finalist recognition and holds a Tripadvisor 5-star accommodation rating.

Location & Nearby Attractions

The property sits on a working beef farm in Linkwater, 5 minutes' drive from the Queen Charlotte Track at Anakiwa for kayaking, mountain biking, and hiking. The shops and restaurants of Havelock are 15 minutes away, and the Picton Interislander ferry terminal is a 30-minute drive. The park's location also provides easy access to the Ngakuta Bay Recreation Reserve and the Pelorus Sound area.

Family-Friendly Features

Smiths Farm Holiday Park has an on-site children's playground and allows guests to pet and feed the farm animals. Families staying in self-contained rooms receive free animal feed and freshly baked muffins on arrival. Board games and puzzles are available in the shared lounge area, and the property offers spacious powered and non-powered camping sites.

Nature & Wildlife Experiences

The park's private walking trails lead to a waterfall and a glow worm grotto, accessible after sunset with free torch rentals. Guests can stargaze at the Milky Way from the property, and the surrounding native bush offers hiking opportunities. The farm's location also provides excellent cycling tracks that connect to the broader Queen Charlotte Track network.

  • Accommodation: Self-contained cottages, studios with mountain views & private patios
  • Activities: Private waterfall walk & glow worm grotto on property
  • Outdoors: Free Queen Charlotte Track pickup/drop-off, mountain bike rentals
  • Family: Children's playground, pet farm animals with feed provided
  • Location: 30 min from Picton ferry, 15 min to Havelock shops & restaurants
  • Award: Spirit of Hospitality Award finalist, Tripadvisor 5-star rating
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 14:00-20:00
from 08:00-10:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.
Other information
Children & extra beds
There are no cots provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are allowed on request.
Building
Number of rooms:9
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Family Room
  • Room size:

    29 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed and 2 Bunk beds
  • Shower
  • Heating
Deluxe Double or Twin Room Garden View
  • Room size:

    50 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Queen-size bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
Standard Studio
  • Room size:

    12 m²

  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed and 3 Bunk beds
  • Heating
  • Balcony
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Facilities

Main facilities

Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Laundry
TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Shared kitchen

Sports & Fitness

  • Hiking
  • Cycling
  • Badminton

Services

  • Pet amenities available
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Outdoor dining area

Business

  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Board games
  • Children's play area

Spa & Leisure

  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Leisure/ TV room

Room features

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Washing machine
  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Bedroom

  • Electric blankets

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about Smiths Farm Holiday Park

💵 Lowest room price 82 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.7 km
✈️ Distance to airport 27.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Picton, PCN

Location

1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater Rd1, Linkwater, New Zealand, 7281
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1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater Rd1, Linkwater, New Zealand, 7281
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1419 Queen Charlotte Drive, Linkwater Rd1, Linkwater, New Zealand, 7281
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Koru Native Wildlife Centre
60 m

Reviews of Smiths Farm Holiday Park

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FAQ about Smiths Farm Holiday Park

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel?
Davies Bay Campsite Campground, placed 3.4 km from the Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel, as well as Okiwa Bay Scenic Reserve (2.5 km away) are worth visiting.
What is the nearest airport to the 4-star Smiths Farm Holiday Park?
Picton airport lies within 30 km of the 4-star Smiths Farm Holiday Park and is reachable with a 40-minute drive.
Can we park our car at Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel?
Yes, Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel provides parking spaces on site.
What is the timeframe for check-in and check-out in the Smiths Farm Holiday Park?
Guests of the Smiths Farm Holiday Park can check in from 14:00 to 20:00 and check out from 08:00.
How much does a room at the holiday park cost?
The prices at the holiday park start from $42.
What payment methods are accepted in the hotel?
At the hotel, guests can pay using сash, Visa, and Mastercard as well as other payment methods.
What room types does the 4-star Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel comprise?
The 4-star Smiths Farm Holiday Park hotel provides such room types as Deluxe King Room, Standard Family Room, and Deluxe Room.
Which facilities are included in the rooms at Smiths Farm Holiday Park?
Most rooms of Smiths Farm Holiday Park include an adjoining terrace and a dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
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