Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park

The Retreat is a perfect hideaway where you can take a moment to relax in this peaceful, natural environment or sit and enjoy the view of the Quarry pond from the front porch. Feel free to wander the 2km pathway throughout the park and enjoy the birdlife with over 30 different species making this home. This includes the New Zealand Ruru (native owl) which is the namesake of the property. The park has over 100 New Zealand sculptures all placed throughout the walk. Each year additional sculptures are on exhibition within the park. The Retreat provides you with a unique get away experience.

Providing a garden, Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park offers accommodations in Tauwhare. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.

The air-conditioned vacation home also provides a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The accommodation has a fireplace.

There is an on-site coffee shop.

The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Hamilton Gardens is 11 miles from Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park, while Mystery Creek Events Centre is 12 miles away. Hamilton Airport is 11 miles from the property.

The Waitakaruru Arboretum and Sculpture Park was opened over 30 years ago and is run by the Art-In-Nature Arboretum Trust. Sustainability of nature and art are the driving forces of the park. Formed from derelict land, the park is now an established woodland garden and arboretum which is protected long term. The Trust ensures that the park provides an environmental and creative place of inspiration for visitors of all ages.