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Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home

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Exterior
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

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, Town Basin Marina
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪33 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

Positioned just a 5 minute walk to the patrolled Ruakaka surf beach, Ruakaka Sands is a 3 bedroom 2 bathroom Ruakaka holiday home with Wi-Fi. This modern, well presented house is an ideal option for your next Bream Bay getaway!

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!
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.

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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

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. Waipu Museum and Claphams Clock Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Mangawhai Golf Club. Old Library Arts Centre and Hundertwasser Art Centre are also worth visiting. 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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Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Ruakaka Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 20.2 km
  • Lang's Beach - 22 min drive - 24.2 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 26 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 33 min drive - 35.6 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Waipu Pizza Barn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Unit Six Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪La Nonna Italian Bakery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪little RED - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Bach Cafe - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home?

As of 10 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home on 25 May 2026 start from AU$265, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

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

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

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

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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