Title: Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home Holiday home in Ruakaka with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, coffee/tea maker - Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home (Ruakaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/55f4975f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home (Ruakaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/f06abb08.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home (Ruakaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/79f80268.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home (Ruakaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/5e734442.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV - Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home (Ruakaka)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109297600/109297574/3513b12d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Ruakaka Holiday Escape, a modern and comfortable 1970s classic kiwi bach with great indoor outdoor flow. Unwind in the sunroom or enjoy the private treelined outdoor living area with a large umbrella. The kids can play on the lawn while you BBQ and relax under the sun. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Ruakaka Holiday Escape - Ruakaka Holiday Home This renovated 1970s classic kiwi bach with great indoor outdoor flow is modern and comfortable. The open-plan living area leads into a bright sunroom, the perfect place to unwind with a good book. Ranch sliders connect the sunroom to the private treelined outdoor living area with large umbrella available. Opening out to the back outdoor living and dining area, this is the ideal summer space to relax together. The kids can play on the large flat lawn, and you can feel at ease knowing it is fully fenced while you enjoy a cold drink under the sun. Better still, get the BBQ fired up for dinner! The alternate outdoor area at the front of the house has a covered patio and BBQ, providing the perfect spot for when you want to get out of the sun or wind. With bathrooms and two bedrooms at either end of the house, it’s perfect for two families. Tidy and inviting throughout, Ruakaka Holiday Escape offers your family or friends a slice of Kiwiana and a space to feel right at home. Hitch up the boat and travel less than two hours north from Auckland. Boat launching for small boats and jetskis is not far away on Princes Rd, while larger boats can be launched at Marsden Cove Marina, just an 11-minute drive away. Kick back and relax for a cruisy Kiwi summer, or carry the two provided kayaks across the road and launch them at the river. Locals recommend it’s best two hours either side of high tide! You’re just a short walk to the Ruakaka Campground, superette, The Bach Cafe, and a park with a basketball hoop. A short drive takes you to the Ruakaka shopping centre, offering a supermarket and medical centre, or to Waipu village for restaurants, cafes, and market days. Whangarei is only 30 minutes away, with shops, cafes, and tourist attractions, including the Hundertwasser Art Centre. Make your way to Ruakaka and Ruakaka Holiday Escape! The two single beds in bedroom two and two king single beds in bedroom four can be joined together to make a king/super-king bed. Please inform us of which bedding configuration you require well in advance so we can ensure the appropriate linen is available.There are life-jackets available to use with the two kayak, but we do recommend that guests bring their own well-fitting life-jackets to ensure safety.Please note that this property allows a maximum of one well-trained dog. We also kindly ask that dogs are not left unattended at the property at any time.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 - 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 - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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 ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103530000/103526300/103526295/1c18dffd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Escape - 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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 642715 ## About the area Ruakaka is home to this holiday home. Old Library Arts Centre and Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Mangawhai Golf Club. 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