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Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, two yellow bean bags, and a chair with a beach-themed cushion.
A spacious kitchen with a dining area, a sliding barn door, and a view of the backyard.
A modern kitchen with a wooden dining table, black chairs, and yellow stools.
A modern living room with a fireplace, yellow bean bags, and a sign reading "Beach House".

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ruakaka, Northland
  • Place, Ruakaka Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Waipu Cove Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ruakaka

Located within a leisurely stroll of Ruakaka Beach, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Refining NZ Visitors Centre. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fenced private yard, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • Ruakaka Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 6 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Town Basin Marina - 23 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 24 min drive - 14.8 miles
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 45 min drive - 25.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bach Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Nonna Italian Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home

Get ready to embrace the summer vibes in this impeccably presented Ruakākā holiday home - welcome to Seaside Escape!
Conveniently located near town and Ruakaka Beach, this holiday haven comes packed with all the essentials for an unforgettable stay.

From the moment you step inside, you'll feel right at home in this charming Ruakākā accommodation.

Glass sliding doors seamlessly connect the indoors to the backyard, where you can bask in blue skies in the garden. It's an ideal spot to return to after a day of adventures, and the perfect backdrop for savouring the refreshing coastal breeze all day long.

This Ruakākā retreat is conveniently less than a five-minute drive to Ruakākā's town centre, offering various dining options and shopping. You can easily access the beach via a sandy track, just a flat 5-minute stroll away, to enjoy the renowned Ruakaka Beach with its pristine sands and surf.

Seaside Escape also has ample parking for your boat, and with the Marsden Bay Boat Ramp only a 10-minute drive from your doorstep, you'll be swiftly setting out onto the sparkling waters for a day of fishing.

Seaside Escape ticks all the boxes for the perfect summer retreat. Your seaside adventure begins here!


Please note there are two security cameras at this property, one is covering the car pad at the front of the house and the other one is covering the front door. They are turned off when guests are at the property.
The vacation home is heated and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and a fenced private yard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

638719

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Ruakaka within a short 9-minute walk of Ruakaka Beach. You'll also find Waipu Museum and Reotahi Bay nearby.

Will I be able to park at Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Is Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home good for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like a kitchen, a kitchen in some house, as well as a garden.

Does Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

Where is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Whangarei (WRE), which is 23.2 mi away (34 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

No, you won't find house with balconies at Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home.

Seaside Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tony L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent

Nice and clean and can walk to the beach.Will be starting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patrick G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Very good house, close to the beach, nice and quiet. Strongly recommend. I would have appreciated better communication from owners. We had questions during the stay but never got replies. Still recommend the place!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No pets were present
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025