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Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape

2.0 star property
Vacation home in Ruakaka with a hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster
TV
Property grounds
Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape provides amenities like a garden and a hot tub. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi.

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms1561 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape

Furnished with comfort in mind, this spacious retreat offers open-plan living, dining, and kitchen areas that flow seamlessly out to the sunny deck through large glass doors. Step outside to enjoy stunning views over the fields and out to the ocean, with plenty of outdoor seating, a BBQ, and a spa pool — perfect for soaking in the fresh coastal air.

Inside, unwind in the light-filled lounge with a Smart TV (with Freeview) and unlimited Wi-Fi to keep you connected or entertained. For a bit of friendly competition, the garage has a table tennis table and dart board — great for family fun, rain or shine.

Sleeping up to seven guests, Home Away From Home – Ruakākā Escape features four comfortable bedrooms and a modern bathroom, with a laundry area adding extra convenience for longer stays.

When it’s time to explore, you’re less than five minutes’ drive to Ruakākā’s town centre for cafés, shops, and supplies. The white sands of Ruakākā Beach are just 5 minutes away, while the tranquil Ruakākā River — perfect for swimming or paddle-boarding — is only a two-minute walk from your door.

There’s even space to park the boat, and with the Marsden Bay Boat Ramp just 10 minutes away, you’ll be out on the water in no time, ready to reel in your catch of the day.

Whether you’re here to relax, reconnect, or explore the Northland coast, Home Away From Home – Ruakākā Escape offers the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and coastal charm.
Please note there is an unfenced council water catchment pond located near the back boundary of the property. For safety reasons, adults should closely supervise young children while outdoors and ensure care is taken around the water at all times.Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,561 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

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
Onsite 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 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

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

665697

About the neighborhood

Map
Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Ruakaka Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Waipu Museum - 14 min drive - 9.9 miles
  • Waipu Caves - 22 min drive - 11.6 miles
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 26 min drive - 15.7 miles

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬53 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Home Away From Home - Ruakaka Escape located?

Situated in Ruakaka, this vacation home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and within 12 mi (20 km) of Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves is 12.4 mi (19.9 km) away.

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