Title: Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102640000/102636400/102636370/6f91751d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102640000/102636400/102636370/244e56f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102640000/102636400/102636370/de5473f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102640000/102636400/102636370/79dbe0b9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102640000/102636400/102636370/3b559586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Paradise at the Bay, unwind in your sun-soaked oasis just a 7-minute walk from the beach and cafe. Enjoy BBQs on the sundeck, or spend days exploring nearby beaches with essential amenities like WiFi and SKY TV. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 91561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home This sun-soaked oasis creates a perfect haven for your coastal retreat, just a 7-minute walk from the cafe and beach. Welcome to Paradise at the Bay — where the name says it all! Less than 2 hours north of Auckland, this location is perfect for a getaway. Whether you choose to unwind on-site, take a leisurely stroll to the beach and cafe, or embark on day trips to explore nearby beautiful beaches, the options are plenty. Offering a blend of modern open-plan living that seamlessly extends to the sundeck, creating an ideal space for BBQs while the kids enjoy the fully fenced backyard. This Bream Bay holiday home is a perfect family retreat, complete with essential amenities like WiFi and SKY TV. With four bedrooms and two bathrooms, along with an outdoor shower, this is an excellent option for days spent at the beach and rinsing off after a day in the sand and surf. During the summer months, Ruakaka boasts a patrolled beach, ensuring a safe swimming experience for the family. With the Kiwi sanctuary just up the road, Waipu Cove and Piroa Falls nearby, and the Hen and Chicken Islands just a day trip on the boat away, there's no shortage of breathtaking scenic spots to visit. Ruakaka eagerly awaits your visit for some well-deserved Paradise at the Bay! Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 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 - Smoke-free property ### 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: 1,561 square feet ## Similar properties ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/41000000/40590000/40588500/40588494/8c4b836f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beauty on Bream Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=40588494&PinnedHotelID=40588494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101540000/101536800/101536796/9ac59bb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pipi Palace Ruakaka – Ideal for Work & Family Stays Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=101536796&PinnedHotelID=101536796&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/1c199c12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=109297574&PinnedHotelID=109297574&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109830000/109824100/109824097/e69e8d79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### TOTARA RIDGE - A Private Escape with Ocean views Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 11 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=109824097&PinnedHotelID=109824097&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66820000/66813900/66813850/w1918h1277x0y0-bf17f6fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bream Bay Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 6.8 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=66813850&PinnedHotelID=66813850&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63940000/63932300/63932267/cf50319e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Restful Ruakaka - Ruakaka Holiday Home Ruakaka - Kitchen - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=63932267&PinnedHotelID=63932267&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100970000/100965300/100965240/6b9fd32e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruakaka Holiday Home Walk to Beach Ruakākā - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-13&endDate=2025-10-14&selected=100965240&PinnedHotelID=100965240&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30230000/30220200/30220132/65e9278c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Only 40 metres to the beach! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 637192 ## About the area Located in Ruakaka, this holiday home is near the beach. Waipu Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Mangawhai Golf Club. [Visit our Ruakaka travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka.dx553248625843172531) [View more Holiday homes in Ruakaka](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka-Private-Holiday-Homes.d553248625843172531-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.91277,174.45143&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:vidzEmpwg%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%3FQ%40U%40Q%40Q%40U%40Q%40SBO%40UBQBQBSBQBQBQDQDQBQDQDSDQDQFODQFQFODQHMFSFMFOHQFOHMFOHOHMJOHKHOHMJKHOJKJKJOJKJKJKJILKJKJKLILGJKLILGLILILGLILELGNELILELENELENENCLENALENCNCNALANCNAN%3FNCL%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FNBN%3FN%40LBN%40N%40NBLBNDN%40LDNBLDNDLDNDLDLHLDNFLDLHLFLHLHLFJHLJLFJHLJJJJHJJLJJJJJHNLJHJJNHJJLHNHJHNHLHNHNFLHNHPFNFLFRFLFPFNDPFPDNFPDPDRBPDPDPDPBPBPBPBRBPBP%40T%40NBR%40P%40T%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FTAPAPATAPCPAPATCPCPCPCRCPCPEPEPEPCPEREPGPENGPEPGLGRGLGPGNGNIPILGNINILININIJILKNIJKNIJMJILKLKJMJKJKFKLMJKFMHMJKHMFMHMFMHMFMDOHMDMHMDODMDODMDO%40MFO%40ODMBO%40OBO%40MBOBO%3FO%40M%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOAO%3FOCOCMAOCOAOCMEOAMGOAOEMEOEMEMEMIOEMIMEMGMIMGMIMGMIKKMIMGKKKMMIKIKKKKKMKMKKKKIOKKIOIMIKKOIOIMGOIOGMIQGOGOGQIMESGMGQEQGOEQEQESEQCQEQEQCQCQCSCQCQCQAUCQAQAQAUAQAQAU%3FQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=OdMYjQ8iGFKmuQDA4DJU8nCQQiE=) Ruakaka, Northland ### What's nearby - Ruakaka Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Waipu Caves - 18 min drive - 9.2 miles - Waipu Cove Beach - 22 min drive - 13.2 miles - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 38 min drive - 22.8 miles - Ocean Beach - 55 min drive - 17.4 miles ### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 35 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬6 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬9 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive - ‪Waipu Pizza Barn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### Where is Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ruakaka Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Refining NZ Visitors Centre and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves and Waipu Cove Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Paradise at the Bay - Ruakaka Holiday Home Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon M. 3 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Simon M. 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