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Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Beach equipment
A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Ruakaka Beach
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi
Balcony or patio
Explore the area
Ruakaka, Ruakaka
Ruakaka Beach
Place, Ruakaka Beach
18 min walk
Town Basin Marina
Place, Town Basin Marina
21 min drive
Waipu Cove Beach
Place, Waipu Cove Beach
22 min drive
Whangarei (WRE)
Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
30 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Open plan living area
1 Double Futon, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Relaxed quiet home away from home!
Tucked away down a long driveway you will find Ridge Haven. A family owned and operated studio apartment on the bottom floor of our home which offers the relaxed quiet home away from home feel. If you don’t fancy visiting the close by cafe’s and restaurants the apartment has all that you need to cater for yourself. Fully equipped with fridge/freezer, oven, microwave and all the necessary kitchen utensils you will require. The studio apartment accommodates up to 4 people comfortably with a queen bed, single bed and fold out sofa bed all in an open plan living area. The kitchen opens out onto a private patio and lawn area with BBQ, seating and hammocks hung from the palm trees in the summer months and views through the Pohutakawa Tree out to sea! Bathroom with shower only and lots off street parking available. Our beach culture is what we love most about living in Ruakaka. The picturesque beach is surf patrolled during summer months, with safe swimming for young children at the estuary. Other nearby activities include paddle boarding, surfing, fishing, horse treks, coastal walks, golf, markets, museums, restaurants, diving and fishing boat charters and beauty spas. Marsden Cove Marina is 10 minutes away and North Port, Marsden Point Oil Refinery only 7 minutes. Just under 1.5 hours from Auckland City and 20 minutes to Whangarei Ruakaka makes the perfect spot to stop on your travels North or South. The local supermarket and shops are a few minutes’ drive or stroll to the dairy for an ice-cream or the weekend newspaper or cafe for morning coffee.
Our pets – Carlo is our part time dog; he is a big softy and super friendly. Goldie (fluffy/ ginger) and Smokey (grey) our cats are also super friendly and like to sneak into the unit at any opportunity they get! But I ask if you please stop them from entering the unit as we do have guests who are allergic to animals.
Special conditions: On departure and in true kiwi tradition you are expected to wash the dishes and leave the property clean and tidy as found on arrival. Cleaning supplies are provided. $20 linen charge. Check-in time 2pm, check-out time 11am - Smoking OUTSIDE only
Extras: Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per stay)
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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 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
About the area
Ruakaka
Located in Ruakaka, this apartment 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
Is Relaxed quiet home away from home! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Relaxed quiet home away from home! located?
Situated near the beach, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 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).
About the host
Hosted by Terrianne
Hello, I'm Terrianne the owner of Ridge Haven Accommodation. Having spent 5 years living in London and travelling extensively I returned to Ruakaka and co-managed a Motel for eight years. I thoroughly enjoyed meeting people and sharing my knowledge of what our area has to offer. On purchasing my home I realised I miss the interaction with meeting people so decided to convert the bottom floor of my home into accommodation.
What makes this property unique
10 minutes drive to Marsden Cove Marina, Marsden Point Refinery, Port Marsden.