Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 44 reviews.
Beverley
New Zealand · Couple · June 2026
“Wonderful place to stay, had everything you needed, would highly recommend River Shack to everyone.”
+Private, peaceful, close to the river. Absolutely loved the place.
−Nothing to not like.
Louise Ashworth
New Zealand · Solo · June 2026
+Clean and comfortable. Fenced area ideal for having a free run area for dog's. Right by the river and 2 reserves nearby for walking. Quiet and private.
Kat
New Zealand · Couple · April 2026
“We had a great stay, dogs loved it and we’ll be happy to come back.”
+Great location, 10 min drive from good pubs and cafes. Good places within walking distance to exercise the dogs. Great fenced outside area and next to swimmable river. Well-equipped kitchen and comfy bed.
−It was cold in the morning as it took a while for the sun to edge over the hill tops and reach the house. (but good heat pump kept cottage warm!)
sara and Nic
New Zealand · Solo · April 2026
+we loved the location was an incredible place to have our 2 dogs, easy drive back to town, the place was incredibly clean, everything you needed to cook with was available the only suggestion would be great to have a BBQ but other than that ill Definitely be booking this spot again next time we travel down south 😀
−there was nothing I didn't like was a excellent spot 👌
Michelle
New Zealand · Couple · April 2026
+Really well equipped kitchen, comfy bed and a beautiful outlook
Rickard
Sweden · Solo · March 2026
+Quiet and somewhat secluded. Near Richmond. Fantastic nature. The owners of Rivershack was lovely.
Jan
New Zealand · Couple · January 2026
“Peaceful haven”
+The peaceful, private surroundings and the river running close by.
−The shower was a little temperamental, running mostly too hot or too cold.
Alyssa
Australia · Couple · January 2026
“If you’re after peace and quiet and a great nights sleep, this is the best place to stay. Beautiful.”
+We loved everything about the tiny house. It was so cosy and had everything we needed for our stay. We loved chatting to the geese every morning. We loved the outlook of the creek right there. It really was beautiful.
−No fly screens to keep the sand flies out and flies when cooking. No dishwash rack. No soap. No shower caddy, so having to bend down. No recycle bin. The property is a drive for supplies, so make sure you’re stocked up.
liz
New Zealand · Couple · December 2025
+Quiet beautiful view very comfortable
O'Brien
Australia · Couple · December 2025
“Beautiful location and facilities”
+We loved the location and everything was supplied for our stay, great river access and views and I would recommend this property
−Nothing