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Beach house Paradise Shores, Ruakaka, close walk to beach
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4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 92368.1 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Downstairs large room
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Downstairs small room
1 Double Bed
Master suite
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs room
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Ensuite Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Main bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Beach house Paradise Shores, Ruakaka, close walk to beach
Get away from Auckland, kick back and relax on the deck or on the beautiful white sand beach, a 250m flat walk away. Located in the front section of Paradise Shores, street entrance behind the surf club. Suitable for a couple, a family, two families, multi-generational with grandparents, also for people working in the area. Spacious, modern four bedroom, two bathroom, beach house on two levels on flat section. Good beds and mattresses. Large open plan kitchen/living/dining opens out onto large upstairs deck via big stacker doors. Well equipped kitchen next to the eight seater dining table, plus five bar stools. Carpeted double garage with internal access.
Fibre internet
Outdoor shower (hot and cold water)
Gas BBQ
Outdoor furniture
Smart TV plus Sky, including sport, Netflix etc.
Sound system with sound bar
Washing machine and clothes dryer, clothes racks
Two portable cots, highchair, baby bath and infant potty
Second fridge/freezer plus bar fridge in garage
Books, magazines, games, puzzles, plus plenty of toys for younger children
Hairdryer x 2
Two bedrooms upstairs, both queen beds. The master bedroom with ensuite has a large walk in wardrobe, perfect for a portable cot. The master bedroom also has access to the deck. Two bedrooms downstairs, one has a queen and a single bed, the other bedroom has a double bed. Bathroom on each level (one is ensuite off the master bedroom hallway) plus a third toilet with full vanity unit upstairs. There are bunks for children in the garage downstairs if the bedding configuration does not suit.
Bring the boat for fishing and diving, plenty of flat off street parking. Boat ramps at nearby estuary and Marsden Cove marina. The estuary is more suitable for paddle boarding and kayaks. Marsden Cove has excellent launching facilities.
Beach is surf patrolled during summer months, also safe swimming for young children at estuary.
Five minute drive to Ruakaka town centre, supermarket, doctor, dentist, hairdresser, cafe, chemist, bottle store, bakery, sushi shop, variety store, tavern and several takeaway outlets. Bach Cafe at Ruakaka beach and the dairy a short walk away. Restaurants/cafes nearby at Marsden Cove and at Waipu, a ten minute drive away. Try the famous McLeod's Pizza Barn and Brewery.
Waipu 18 hole golf course five minutes drive away with fantastic sea views. They also have a cafe open to the public.
Flexible check in/check out depending on other bookings, minimum two night stay on week days and weekends, three nights long weekends and Easter.
No smoking in the house, smokers must be on the deck or outdoors.
We have fully refunded all guests that have had to cancel due to a Covid 19 lockdown.
Special conditions:
Please bring with you your own linen, including sheets, pillowcases and towels. Linen is available on request. Needs to be arranged at time of booking. Beds all have duvet inners and covers and ample pillows. Linen $18.00 charge per person per stay.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$120.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$18.00 per person per stay)
Fibre internet
Outdoor shower (hot and cold water)
Gas BBQ
Outdoor furniture
Smart TV plus Sky, including sport, Netflix etc.
Sound system with sound bar
Washing machine and clothes dryer, clothes racks
Two portable cots, highchair, baby bath and infant potty
Second fridge/freezer plus bar fridge in garage
Books, magazines, games, puzzles, plus plenty of toys for younger children
Hairdryer x 2
Two bedrooms upstairs, both queen beds. The master bedroom with ensuite has a large walk in wardrobe, perfect for a portable cot. The master bedroom also has access to the deck. Two bedrooms downstairs, one has a queen and a single bed, the other bedroom has a double bed. Bathroom on each level (one is ensuite off the master bedroom hallway) plus a third toilet with full vanity unit upstairs. There are bunks for children in the garage downstairs if the bedding configuration does not suit.
Bring the boat for fishing and diving, plenty of flat off street parking. Boat ramps at nearby estuary and Marsden Cove marina. The estuary is more suitable for paddle boarding and kayaks. Marsden Cove has excellent launching facilities.
Beach is surf patrolled during summer months, also safe swimming for young children at estuary.
Five minute drive to Ruakaka town centre, supermarket, doctor, dentist, hairdresser, cafe, chemist, bottle store, bakery, sushi shop, variety store, tavern and several takeaway outlets. Bach Cafe at Ruakaka beach and the dairy a short walk away. Restaurants/cafes nearby at Marsden Cove and at Waipu, a ten minute drive away. Try the famous McLeod's Pizza Barn and Brewery.
Waipu 18 hole golf course five minutes drive away with fantastic sea views. They also have a cafe open to the public.
Flexible check in/check out depending on other bookings, minimum two night stay on week days and weekends, three nights long weekends and Easter.
No smoking in the house, smokers must be on the deck or outdoors.
We have fully refunded all guests that have had to cancel due to a Covid 19 lockdown.
Special conditions:
Please bring with you your own linen, including sheets, pillowcases and towels. Linen is available on request. Needs to be arranged at time of booking. Beds all have duvet inners and covers and ample pillows. Linen $18.00 charge per person per stay.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$120.00 per stay); Linen (Optional, NZ$18.00 per person per stay)
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ruakaka
Located in Ruakaka, this holiday home is near the beach. Waipu Museum and Claphams Clock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Mangawhai Golf Club and Town Basin Marina. Travelling with kids? Consider Old Library Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

Ruakaka, Ruakaka
What's nearby
- Ruakaka Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Waipu Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 21.3 km
- Lang's Beach - 22 min drive - 25.3 km
- Town Basin Marina - 26 min drive - 37.2 km
- Mangawhai Heads Beach - 33 min drive - 36.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- La Nonna Italian Bakery - 4 min drive
- Waipu Pizza Barn - 9 min drive
- Unit Six Cafe - 10 min drive
- little RED - 9 min drive
- Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
27 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Benoît G.
6 Jan, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Benoît G.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynda W.
14 Dec, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lynda W.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bernie S.
26 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Bernie S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nick S.
11 Jan, 2019
Amazing house and great location
Nick S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ladda J.
21 Dec, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing beautiful family place
Ladda J.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trevor J.
6 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House!
Trevor J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Malcolm B.
9 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property very close to a great beach
Malcolm B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sue S.
10 Jan, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous home away from home
Sue S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trevor J.
6 Nov, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Place!
Trevor J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Abhikesh S.
5 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property
Abhikesh S.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gregory S.
15 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enviable location and house
Gregory S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ruwani A.
14 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The best holiday
Ruwani A.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Simon C.
12 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surf Life Saving - National IRB Champs
Simon C.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Paige B.
10 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Paige B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah P.
10 Apr, 2019
Perfect
Sarah P.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tania B.
11 Dec, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home, clean, tidy, so easy.
Tania B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Azalea M.
26 Feb, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Azalea M.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Renee T.
18 Jan, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Renee T.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jacqui W.
1 Jul, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely home and perfect for adult family as well as being in a great spot for getting out and about
jacqui W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Linda W.
21 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot, close to the beach and our family in Ruakaka.
Linda W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jane M.
5 Apr, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend stay
Jane M.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vanessa J.
1 Feb, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We all had amazing time and holiday. We can't thank you enough. Everything we needed and more!
Vanessa J.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Trevor J.
17 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and spacious
Trevor J.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Meranda E.
8 Oct, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent little escape
Meranda E.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
About the host
Hosted by Leoniej
Languages:
English
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