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Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern two-story house with a garage, a covered driveway, and a small front yard.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a floor lamp.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Ruakaka Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garden
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Ruakaka, Northland
  • Place, Ruakaka Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waipu Cove Beach
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪45 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home

This 2 storey Ruakaka holiday home includes spacious, open plan living downstairs... There is ample room to relax and unwind, with fantastic indoor / outdoor flow for seamless summer living. The wraparound decking is perfect for socialising in the sun!

Upstairs at this Ruakaka accommodation, bedroom 1 has a queen bed. Downstairs, bedroom 2 has a queen bed, while bedroom 3 includes a sofa bed that is separated into 2 singles. To complete your group set up, there is a bathroom on each floor.

Whether you are after pure relaxation or adventure, Ruakaka Sands has you covered... Stroll to the beach via walkway - At road entrance turn left. Walk a short distance to end of cul-de-sac. To the right is a wooden walkway. Three walkways lead to beach - and back.

Ruakaka town centre is only a 5 minute drive away for local amenities and the local tavern. Plus, you are just a 10 minute drive to Waipu Village and cafes, a 10 minute drive to the boat ramp at One Tree Point, a 5 minute drive to Waipu Golf Course and a 15 minute drive to Waipu Caves walkway.

Ruakaka Sands welcomes you for a refreshing beach escape!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 7707667
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.
This property is managed by a professional host. 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ruakaka

Located in Ruakaka, this cottage is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Map
Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Ruakaka Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 23 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 24 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Whangarei Falls - 29 min drive - 44.0 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 45 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Waipu Pizza Barn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪little RED - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Unit Six Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Ruakaka Beach and within 9 miles (15 km) of Refining NZ Visitors Centre and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves and Waipu Cove Beach are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

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

Fantastic

Clean, tidy well equiped bach. A little walk to gorgeous beach. Would highly recommend. Wish we had stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful modern warm house, only a short walk to the beach.

Beautiful modern warm house, only a short walk to the beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We appreciate you taking the time to leave a rating for your stay at Ruakaka Sands. We are glad to see you enjoyed your visit and would be happy to welcome you back again. Reputation and Resolutions Coordinators

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