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Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment

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An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a grill, and potted plants. - Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment (Ruakaka)
A beach with clear skies, calm water, and distant mountains. - Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment (Ruakaka)
A living room with a grey sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a red table. There is a kitchen with a microwave and a painting on the wall. - Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment (Ruakaka)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in dishwasher, a gas stove, and pendant lighting. - Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment (Ruakaka)
A house with two windows, a garden with various plants and flowers, and a well-maintained lawn. - Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment (Ruakaka)
Consider a stay at Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment and take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and a playground. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment

  • Brand new, well appointed two bedroom apartment, fully self contained. Located within close proximity of main house but is a separate building. One carpark is allocated for guests, with extra parking if required. The property is located in a quiet cul-de-sac, very private and has a security gate. Parking available for a boat as well.

    We are located on the Ruakaka River, and just a 2 min drive to Ruakaka Surf Beach, Bream Bay. Just a short drive to the World class Marsden Point Marina (5kms). Waipu (10kms), Waipu Cove & Whangarei City are all within easy reach.

    All amenities very close by - Supermarket, Medical Centre, Bank, Chemist, Liquor Store, Takeaways, Dentist and more.

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About the area

Located in Ruakaka, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou is a local landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and cycling. Visit our Ruakaka travel guide
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Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • A marina with several sailboats docked, a small bridge, and a restaurant named "Nevo's Restaurant & Bar" with a red roof.
    Town Basin Marina
    25 min drive - 23.3 miles
  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre
    6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Ruakaka Beach
    9 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • beach near Marsden Cove
    13 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Waipu Museum
    13 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE)
    33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Bach Cafe
    5 min drive
  • Wicked Cafe & Take Away
    4 min drive
  • Land & Sea
    7 min drive
  • Bream Bay Takeways
    9 min walk
  • Sharkeys
    10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Ruakaka Beach. Waipu Museum and Waipu Caves are also within 12 miles (20 km).

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Reviews

Ruakaka River and Beach Apartment Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 78 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 78 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 78 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 78 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place, spotlessly clean and everything we needed for a long weekend away. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice property, well located for short drive to beach and shops.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was so lovely, after an initial hiccup with checkin, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay, very comfortable, clean and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely simple cosy quiet bach
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Fantastic, clean facilities, lovely spot next to the river!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Host is generous in supplying basic comforts in the cottage! Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
awesome location, just out of the city but ..... close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Such a convenient location to explore and make fabulous day trips to beautiful spots, both north and south- highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Quiet, clean and comfortable property! Fabulous being next to the river and a short drive from the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Really helpful owner, lovely location, quiet location with river views. Easy walk to shops. Excellent kitchen facilities. Great shower and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property

Lovely quiet place and close to all activities-spacious with lots of unexpected little touches to make the place feel like home-will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top of class in all areas

Overall 10/10 lovely property great ammenities. Good location.
Stayed 25 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great little spot with relaxing vibes. All the amenities you need! Great comms with the property manager. We loved it so much we had to stay an extra night. Will definitely stay here again. Great for all ages.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of paradise

We absolutely loved our stay in Ruakākā and the accommodation was perfect for us. Very clean and tidy, it had everything we needed and it made for a very relaxing start to our holiday. Really close to ammenities and the most wonderful beach!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy, cozy, all we needed.

We stayed here for two nights as a helpful halfway between family in Waipu and the airport in Whangarei. Was everything we needed and the hosts are great! Lovely location too. Many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable!

Our whole stay was easy. Nice and comfortable. Kitchen well equiped. True to the photos. Great place to stay to explore the whole of Bream Bay/Ruakaka Coast
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing

Due to the terrible weather some days ,we were able to play board games that were in the home stay. We had a very relaxing time. The house was spacious, clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

What a wonderful peaceful place to spend for 3 days. We where able to explore the beach which was relatively close just a shhort drive from the home. The 2 small shopping areas where within easy reach one was only a short walk from the home and the other was a short drive away. I would give it in our eyes a 5 star rating. We also enjoyed a walk along the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent accommodation

This accommodation was perfect for our stay. Set in a peaceful location on the rivers edge, beautifully clean, and fully-equipped with everything we needed. We received great communication from our hosts, which made check in a breeze. Ideally situated close to the motocross track, supermarket and shops. Would highly recommend as a place to stay, and will hopefully return some time in the future! Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable little cottage

My friend and I stayed for a weekend. The cottage is comfortable and clean. It has everything needed, even nice pillows. One thing to note is that the front sliding door comes in through a bedroom. There is another entrance one the other side that can be used so it's not a huge issue. I would happily stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Absolute 10 out of 5

This was our first time using a vrbo, going to our daughter's wedding in the local area. Carol & Gordon our hosts were great, always keeping us up-to-date as our trip got closer, and promptly responded to our emails. We were totally impressed /surprised when they invited us to their own home for a "home cooked meal ". Carol /Gordie your amazing hosts. The BnB is centrally located in Ruakaka, close to shops, the beach, lots of pubs/restaurants for your dining pleasure. The park like atmosphere of the BnB backyard was wonderful both morning and afternoon relaxing with a coffee or a glass of wine. We would/will definitely have to make a return trip. Thanks again for dinner!
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We found it really great. Lovely and clean and very good amenities. Very impressed. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Nice place to expend the weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful spot on the river

We had everything we needed and enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful place to stay

This is a very peaceful and well appointed accommodation. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022