Title: River Rest - 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 # River Rest - Ruakaka Holiday Home ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89400000/89395900/89395818/f8274906.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89400000/89395900/89395818/2e10c336.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89400000/89395900/89395818/09a1aa94.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89400000/89395900/89395818/7b778a38.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89400000/89395900/89395818/4394e38a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location River Rest in Ruakākā offers a tranquil retreat surrounded by lush gardens and the soothing sounds of the nearby river. Unwind on outdoor courtyard seating, enjoy an alfresco picnic with gas BBQ, or pass time playing games on the expansive lawn. With complimentary WIFI and modern furnishings, this one-bedroom self-contained home is perfect for relaxation. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4969 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - 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. ### River Rest - Ruakaka Holiday Home Set amongst mature palms and refreshing greenery this well-appointed stylish accommodation just off the main highway will be your idyllic base in Ruakākā. Your Northland travels begins with a rest by the riverbank at River Rest! After parking out front in the large courtyard, your on-site hosts will welcome you to your holiday-home which occupies the downstairs area of a larger dwelling. Surrounded by pretty lawns and gardens that slope to the edge of the Ruakākā river, this is a tranquil spot to relax.  After exploring one of Northlands most famous stretches of coast, relax on the outdoor courtyard seating and fire up the gas BBQ for an alfresco picnic. The expansive lawn invites you to bring along backyard games to pass the time and soak up the benefits of the sunny winterless north! You'll also have a selection of games and books to keep you entertained, as well as complimentary WIFI to ensure you stay connected during your stay. This one-bedroom, one-bathroom self-contained retreat sleeps up to five guests, with a queen bed in the bedroom, and a king single with roll-away plus pull-out couch in the living area.  Amenities include a kitchenette with microwave and fridge-freezer and the essentials for fuss-free self-catering. Whip up an easy feast with the provided air fryer or induction cook-top. Make yourself at home on large modern furnishings.  Located three-minutes' drive to Ruakākā beach, endless sand and surf awaits, from Marsden Point down through Uretiti to Waipu, all under the gaze of Mt Manaia. As an added bonus local shops are within walking distance! This comfortable accommodation will be just what you need as you pass through this iconic holiday destination. Welcome to your River Rest!  Please note there is a pot-a-cot available on request.Please be aware this property does not have an oven. A kitchenette with fridge-freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, and induction cook top is available for use during your stay. Please note that the upstairs is separate from this unit and will be occupied during your stay.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 ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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: 969 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/3d2f7064.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Relaxed quiet home away from home! 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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 616852 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.886986,174.45139&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ph_zEepwg%60%40%3FQ%3FS%40S%3FQ%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40QBUBQBQ%40QBQDQBSDQBQDQDQDQDQDSFMDQFSDMFQFOFQHMFOFQHOHOFMHOHOHMHMJMHOJIHOJKJKJMJMHKLKJIJKLKJILKJILKLGLILGJILINGLELILENELGLENGLENELANELCNENALCNANCNCNAL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNCN%3FN%3FLBN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%40NBNBN%40LBN%40NDLBNDN%40LDLDNFLDNFLDLDLHLDNFLHJHLFLHLFLJJHLJJHLJJJJHLJHJJLJLJJJJHNJHHNJLHLHLHNHNFLHNHNFPFNHLFPFNFPDLFRFPDLDRDPDPDPDPBPDPBRDPBPBP%40PBPBT%40PBP%40R%40R%40P%3FR%40R%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPARAR%3FRAPATANCRAPCRCRAPCPCPEPCPERCNEREPEPEPEPENGPGPENGPGNGPINGLGPININGLININILIJKNILKLILKJKJKLKLIJMLKFKJMJKFMLKFMLMFMHMFKHMFOHMDMHMDMDOFMDOFMBMFO%40ODMBODO%40MBOBO%40O%40OBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMBO%3FO%3FOCO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCOAOAOCMCOAOEMCOEMAOGMCOGMEMGOEMEMIMEOIMGKIMGMIMGMMKGMMKGMKKKKGMMIKKMKMKKKKIMKMIMKOIKIMIOIOGMIOIOGQGMIOGQGOGQEOGQEQGOEQEQEQEQESCOESCQEQCQAQCQCSCSAQCSAOAUAQ%3FSAS%3FSAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8-zp6m8PR9lj6WHwijgKsdunV3s=) Ruakaka, Northland #### What's nearby - Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 4 min drive - 2.5 miles - Ruakaka Beach - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Waipu Caves - 21 min drive - 11.4 miles - Waipu Cove Beach - 25 min drive - 15.5 miles - Ocean Beach - 53 min drive - 13.6 miles #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬2 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬2 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬17 min walk - ‪The Porthouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is River Rest - Ruakaka Holiday Home pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is River Rest - Ruakaka Holiday Home located? > Situated in Ruakaka, this holiday home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Ruakaka Beach. Waipu Museum and Waipu Caves 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 ## River Rest - 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 #### juane d. 1 Oct 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Our stay was perfect. The location was beautiful the accommodation was perfect. The host were very welcoming and friendly. Top Noch facility... cheers to our Host will book again and highly recommend to our friend's... Juane & Reid Douglas ##### juane d. 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