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1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH

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Sun-loungers
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH

A one minute walk across a reserve to Beautiful Ruakaka beach!

Clean and tidy 3 Bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 Toilet home with sleep out on flat, fully fenced section. PLEASE NOTE: There is NO Linen provided. Please make sure you have sheets, pillowcases, duvets/blankets and towels.

No car access to this part of the beach keeps it nice and quiet all year round!

Plenty of room on the reserve out front for the kids to play, ride bikes etc without the worry of cars.

Outdoor shower to rinse off after one of the many trips to the beach.

Full insulated with Heat pump and HRV ventilation system keeps the house dry and warm/cool when you need it.

Original Kitchen with F&P appliances, Stove, Dishwasher and Ice & Water refrigerator.

Huge wrap around deck with 4 burner gas BBQ and a Kettle BBQ if charcoal is more your thing, please bring your own charcoal etc…

Multiple outdoor entertaining areas so you can follow the sun throughout the day.

Hopefully not, but if you feel the urge to do a bit of work or you just want a break away to work there is unlimited Fibre broadband at your disposal.

Enough parking for 6 vehicles outside the gate keeping the kids away from the cars.

If boating is your thing, a super wide gate makes backing the boat in a dream.

A 2min drive or 10min walk to Ruakaka shopping centre which has everything you need! Bakery, Fish n Chips, Sushi, Cafe, Butcher, Supermarket, Kebab/Pizzeria, Doctors…

Next to the shopping centre there is a playground as well as a skatepark if you get sick of the beach.

Only 90min north of Auckland or 20min south of Whangarei makes it so easy to get to.

Nearby we have the Waipu caves, Waipu golf course, plus all of the attractions of Whangarei.

Bedroom 1:
Queen Bed, TV (Not Smart)

Bedroom 2:
Queen Bed, Desk

Bedroom 3:
King Bed, Toddler Bed, Smart TV

Sleepout:
Double Bed

Lounge:
Huge corner couch with foldout double bed and 55” Smart TV

Special conditions:
The bach comfortably sleeps eight, but can accommodate up to 10 people with fold out sofa bed in lounge.

The property is fully fenced; lowest fence is about 1 metre high.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave.

PLEASE NOTE: THERE IS NO LINEN PROVIDED.
Please make sure you have sheets, pillowcases, duvets/blankets and towels.

Property manager

Rikki Bendall

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Golfing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Ruakaka Beach - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Waipu Caves - 16 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 26 min drive - 22.8 km
  • Ocean Beach - 74 min drive - 67.4 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬53 min drive
  • ‪The Porthouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Off the Hook Cafe and Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and within 9 miles (15 km) of Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves is 12 mi (19.4 km) away.

1 MINUTE WALK = RUAKAKA BEACH Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Cecilia T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy beach access
We had a great stay. We all enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location next to the beach
The property is truly a 1-minute walk from the beach, and this was great fun for our two kids. We appreciated that there were boogie boards and a nearby toy library for the beach. There are also board games, fast WiFi and television for those rainy days. I would note that the property felt more run down than in the photos (trampoline broken, roof leak in bathroom when raining, stained/worn out furniture, piles of construction materials/leaf litter in the yard) -- though some of this may just be due to visiting in the winter during rainy weather. Neighbors were also a little noisy our last night. However, we did have a great stay and would recommend this spot, especially for its proximity to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shylah N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definitely worth it
Honestly one of the best stays we’ve had in a while!! Definitely worth it!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Corrina P.

Great location
Great home, close to the beach with a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Simranjeet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good
Bach was nice and tidy. But Barbecue was so dirty we not able to use it. I have photos to show how dirty it was.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Perfection
Cozy, comfy, everything you need and out the gate a few steps to the beach. We watched the sunrise with our coffee every morning and slept like logs in the comfy beds. Kids had a blast, already planning when we can come back. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot and bach
We had a very nice stay. The bach met expectation and the beach location was fantastic. Could have used a few more basic sundries (tea towels, TP), but overall nice comfortable bach.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location with a short stroll to the beach. Nice yard for kids to play. Have a lovely stay with the family.

8/10 Good

Yvonne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace and quiet
The house had everything we needed and more. The only TV we could get to work was in the front bedroom and only 1 channel so that was a bit disappointing. It was a very quick car trip to the main beach, which is quite stunning. There was every shop we needed locally and we especially enjoyed our take out Indian. Plenty of hot water for showers and huge fridge. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillida A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
Great stay with easy access to the beautiful white sand beach and a great house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Monique J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location, location, location
Nice and close to the beach. Plenty of room. Accessible to everything. Excellent communication with property owner.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Celia A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family batch in a great location
Everything we needed for a relaxing holiday by the beach. Good outdoor areas with plenty of space for relaxing or playing games. Great location just a short walk from the beach. Spacious bedrooms with plenty of storage to unpack if you want to. Overall a great place that we would be keen to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacinta O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
We had a great stay at this property. It was clean when we arrived, is in a great location and I thought it was great value. Rikki was easy to deal with.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Paul S.

Great Spot
We had a really good family holiday. Just about had the beach to ourselves.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelby C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property, handy to shops/beach, tidy and private.
Lovely tidy property so close to the beautiful beach. We really enjoyed the stay and were grateful for the air conditioning and the outdoor shower. We did have some trouble with a tv in the bedroom and couldn't get it working (maybe user error) One recommendation I would make is for there to be more cleaning products on hand for the departure day. I did my best with what there was on hand but I would like to of done a better job. I looked for the vacuum for 20 mins. lol
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attending family event
Great set up would make really nice base for a beach holiday. Only conern was many of the cleaning produces were close to empty. And i'm not sure mopping the wooden floors is the right treatment for them.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rohit S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Escape to the Beach
The location is amazing, right next to Ruakaka beach. The house is a nice small location for a gathering and having friends. The property is well maintained and has a great sense of getting away from the stress of work and technology. Overall had a great time and would love to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

A.N, Auckland, Nz

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect place by the beach
Super comfy and clean home. Literally a minute walk to the most beautiful beach,wish we could stay longer. Felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fishing sojourn
Place was well suited for a fishing sojourn as plenty of space to park a boat , quiet and private but close to shops and the ram as well as a very short walk to the beach. Cupboards were well stocked with the condiments ( very much appreciated) and all other amenities were just fine
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Anna H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house for families
Had a really lovely stay here, great house and outdoor area for family nice and close to the beach. Rikki was really responsive and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kennett G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Spacious, comfortable and good amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing beach
Loved our stay. Rikki was amazing and quick to reply when booking.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome spot near the beach
Location ia perfect. Short walk to the beach. House had everything we needed for our stay and enough room for our group. Rikki communicated well and was very understanding. Thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diana P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Perfect for us to attend a whanau event. Comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. Excellent, prompt and friendly communication with the host made our last minute visit stress free. Thanks. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
Nice homely stay, has everything you need. Big back yard for the kids to play, nice & close to the beach. Easy booking process. Will definitely be returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023