Title: Riverfront gem in Ruakaka 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 # Riverfront gem in Ruakaka Riverfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113290000/113286800/113286793/ee89e2d6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113290000/113286800/113286793/ed674814.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113290000/113286800/113286793/18817e4d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113290000/113286800/113286793/1bf750c3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113290000/113286800/113286793/92ab4394.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a firepit, a garden and a playground at Riverfront gem in Ruakaka. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Riverfront gem in Ruakaka The perfect place for a getaway. This modern 3 bedroom holiday house is only 1.5hr from Auckland but feels like a world away! Great for families or groups as it sleeps up to 8. The open plan kitchen and living area flows onto a large deck with a beautiful outlook over the reserve and river. The reserve is a great place for games like cricket and the kids to play. While the river is ideal for kayaking, paddleboarding or swimming. Shops and stunning Ruakaka beach are just down the road. The space This riverfront gem is a 3 bedroom double glazed house with heat pumps so you will be cosy in winter and cool in summer. The master bedroom has a king bed and ensuite and a comfy chair and footrest to relax and read a book, bedroom two has 2 bunk beds and the third bedroom has a double bed and a workspace for those who are “working from holiday”. The kids have the addition of a cute play house outside with a kitchen and toys. The kitchen is fully-equipped with induction cooking, Nespresso coffee machine. We have games for children and adults, as well as some books for the kids. There is a Weber bbq, outdoor table and chairs, and a sun lounger to enjoy on the deck. The house is connected to fibre and you will have access to our Wi-Fi. There is off street parking and space for a boat if you have one. Please note that you will not have access to the garage and laundry, however there is a washing line out the back and a laundromat down the road should you need it. Guest access You'll be able to access all areas of the house except the garage/laundry. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster - Water dispenser ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the marina - Near the sea - On a river ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Comprehensive recycling policy - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Water dispenser - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![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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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a deadlock 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](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.881588,174.45915&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xf%7EyEu%60yg%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40U%40Q%3FQBU%40Q%40Q%40QBUBQBSBQBQBQBQDQBQDSDQDQDQDQFODQFQDOFQFMHSFMFOHQFOHOFMHOHMJOHKHOHMJKHOJKJKJKJOJKJKJIJKLKJILILIJKLILGLILILGLILELGNGLCLILENELENGLANENALENCNANCLCNANCL%3FNAN%3FN%3FNAN%3FN%3FL%40N%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%40NBNBN%40LBNDL%40NDN%40LFNDLDLDNHLBLFLFNDLHLFLHLHJFLHLJLHJHLHJJJJJHLJJJJNHJJJJJJNHJJLHNHJHNHLHNHLFNHNFPHNFLFRFLFPDNFPFPDNFPDPDPBPDRDPBPDPBPBPBPBRBP%40T%40PBP%40P%40T%40P%40P%3FT%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FTAPAPATAPCPAPARCRCPCPCPCREPCPEPEPCPEPEPGRELGRGPELGPGNGRGLINGPILGNINILININIJILKNIJKNKHKLIJKLKLMJKFKJKLMFKJMHMJMFKHMHMFMHMFODMHMDMDOHMDMDODMDO%40ODMBODMBO%40OBO%40MBO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FM%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FO%3FOCM%3FOAOCMAOCOAOCMEOCOEMAOEMEOEMEMIMEOEMIMEMGMIMGMIMIMGKKMIMKKGMMKKKGKKKMKMKKKMKIIOKKIOIMIKKOIOIMGOIOGMIQGOGMISGOGQEMGQESGMESEQEQEQEQCQEQCQCSCQCQCQCSCSAQAQAQCU%3FQAQAU%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mCukaYcnMl1ila6Hf5B0z_sBJuU=) Ruakaka, Northland #### What's nearby - Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 3 min drive - 2.1 miles - Ruakaka Beach - 6 min drive - 3.6 miles - Waipu Caves - 22 min drive - 12.1 miles - Waipu Cove Beach - 26 min drive - 16.2 miles - Ocean Beach - 52 min drive - 13.2 miles #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 36 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬16 min walk - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬16 min walk - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬13 min walk - ‪The Porthouse - ‬3 min drive - ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverfront gem in Ruakaka pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Riverfront gem in Ruakaka? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Riverfront gem in Ruakaka? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Riverfront gem in Ruakaka located? > Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2 mi (3.2 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and 2.7 mi (4.4 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 ## Riverfront gem in Ruakaka 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Duncan B. 6 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great stay, everything as described. Easy process ##### Duncan B. 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