Title: Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. 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 # Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. Cottage in Ruakaka with kitchenette ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/e5fe972b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, electric kettle](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/60d8b6b0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/20f079a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/ec4de867.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/c2d120dd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. provides a garden and more. Adventurous travellers may like the kayaking at this cottage. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Free WiFi £75 includes taxes & fees 8 Nov - 9 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. Set just 4 km off state highway 1 up in the hills, this quiet unique free-standing cottage is the perfect get-away. Ruakaka beach is 6-7 minutes' drive and Whangarei is 25 minutes to the North and Waipu just 15 minutes' drive away, you have so much to do. Have a wander through the large garden area out front. There is one bedroom with a queen-sized bed. The kitchen has a fridge, microwave, Air Fryer, Rice cooker and hot plate, with pot and pans for cooking. I also have some cooking basics also, Rice, Flour, Oats, Cooking oil etc,If you are staying for 3 days or more there is a washing machine / drier available (please ask if you require this). There is wi-fi available and excellent Cell phone coverage also. Feel free to wander around the property and take a walk along the (hardly any traffic) road, there are beautiful views everywhere, and it's worth a visit to Wilsons Dam, which supplies Whangarei with water. I have two Sea Kayaks and life jackets available to use, but you will need a way to transport them or ask me and if I am around, I can help with this. Feel free to ask if you need anything at all. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchenette - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Porch/lanai ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of towels on request ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Kayak - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Composting - Comprehensive food waste policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Recycling - Towels (changed on request) ## 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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Put any other rubbish in the black bin. Please use the small compost bin provided for vegetable scraps etc., but no meat fish chesses etc. and empty it to the main compost bin. No cooking of really really spicy food please Please don't make up the Sofa Bed, it will be made up for booking's over 2 guests. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 Property Registration Number DP191401 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.91331,174.4029&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:bmdzEcang%60%40%3FO%3FU%3FQ%3FQ%40U%40Q%40Q%40U%40QBQ%40S%40SBQBSBQBQBQBQDSDQBQDQDQDQFQDOFQDQFOFQFOFQFMFOHQHOFMHOHOHMHOHKHOJMHKJOHKJKJOJKJKJKLIJKJKLKJILIJILILILGLILGLILENGLGLGLENELELENENCLENCNELANCNALCNANCN%3FNAL%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%3FN%40N%3FNBN%40LBN%40NBN%40LDNBLDNBLDNDNDLDLDLFNFLFLDLHLFLHLFLHLHJHLHJHLJJJLHJJJJJJJJJNJJHJJNJJHLHNHJJNFLHNHNHLFNHPFNFLFPHNDPFNFPDPDNFPDPDPDPBPDPDRBPBPBPBPBRBP%40RBR%40P%40P%40T%40P%40P%40T%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FN%3FR%3FR%3FR%3FPATAPAPATAPAPCPATCPCPCPCPCPCRENERCPEPEPERGPELEPGRGNENINGPGNGLIRGLINILINGNKLIJININKJKLILKJKLKJKLKJKJMHKHMLKFMFKLMFMHMFMHMHMFMDMHODMHMDMDODODMDO%40MFO%40MDO%40OBO%40MBOBO%40O%3FOBM%3FO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAM%3FOCO%3FOAOCMCOAOCMAOEOAMGOAOEMEMEOEMEMIMEOIMEMGMIMIMGMIMGKMMGKGMMKIKMMGKKKMKKKMKKIMKMIKKOIOIKIMIOIOIMGOIMISGMGOGQGOGOGOESGQEMGQESEQEQCQESEOCSCQCQCQCQCQAUAQCQAQAUAQAQAU%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Bcviw0_mIptIA_TNvlwOuyNtzuY=) Ruakaka, Northland #### What's nearby - Ruakaka Beach - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles - Waipu Caves - 26 min drive - 14.1 miles - Waipu Cove Beach - 30 min drive - 18.2 miles - Town Basin Marina - 32 min drive - 23.5 miles - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 45 min drive - 27.7 miles #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 37 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬9 min drive - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬13 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive - ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views.? > As of 18 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. on 8 Nov 2025 start from £75.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ruakaka-Hotels-Ruakaka-Retreat.h109372940.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views.? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views.? > Checkout is at 10:30 AM. ### Where is Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. located? > Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 5.2 mi (8.3 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and within 12 miles (20 km) of Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves and Waipu Cove Beach are also within 16 miles (25 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. Reviews 9.4 ### 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 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.8/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Linda M. 29 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet and serene Great location. Mark was prompt with communication. Comfy, warm and cosy. ##### Linda M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 14 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication We really enjoyed our stay at this quaint little cottage. Stunning views of Bream Bay and a nice outlook overall. We are definitely keen to come back to stay. Thank you! ##### Chris Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Shawny 9 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Love the lil cottage, the only thing I didnt like was the long gravel road to the cottage. Also theres no soap in the shower. ##### Shawny Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ocean F. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Hidden gem with reasonable price We loved the location and the amazing view of Ruakaka beach from the house. It was very clean and the sofa bed was set up for us upon arrival. Good indoor space for us (2 adults and 1 kid) and there are great outdoor areas for exploring. All come with a very reasonable price tag during holiday season. Mark and his partner were very friendly and helpful. ##### Ocean F. 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