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175° East - Ruru House

Family-friendly holiday home in Great Barrier Island

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Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7100 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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Great Barrier Island, Medlands

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

+1
5 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms

About this property

175° East - Ruru House

Ruru House — Off-Grid Luxury at Medlands Beach

Perched on a north-facing ridge among native bush, Ruru House is a contemporary retreat with wide ocean and mountain views from every deck. Fully off-grid, solar-powered, and a five-minute bush walk to Medlands Beach.

Open-plan living with warm timber floors and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Three bedrooms — master with ensuite, two sharing a large wet-room bathroom. Wraparound decks capture sunrise over the Pacific to the east and rugged ranges to the west.

Your space:

- Full kitchen with quality appliances

- Fireplace for winter evenings

- Outdoor shower — perfect after a beach swim or polar plunge

- WiFi, Smart TV, Sonos

- Washing machine & dryer

- Secluded back deck and lawn with BBQ

At your doorstep:

- Medlands Beach — 5-minute walk

- Aotea Brewery — short stroll

- Tryphena & airport — 10-minute drive

After dark:

Great Barrier is a certified Dark Sky Sanctuary. Step outside and the Milky Way stretches horizon to horizon. The native Ruru (Morepork) owls are regular visitors at dusk — watch them catch green Pūriri moths right from the front deck.

One of three private homes at 175° East, each secluded in native bush.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Great Barrier Island

Great Barrier Island is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Medlands Beach.
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Great Barrier Island, Medlands

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tipi And Bobs - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Burger Shack - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Social Club - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mulberry Grove General Store - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Stonewall Store & Bottle Store - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 175° East - Ruru House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 175° East - Ruru House?

As of 7 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 175° East - Ruru House on 28 April 2026 start from NZ$311, 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 175° East - Ruru House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 175° East - Ruru House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 175° East - Ruru House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 175° East - Ruru House located?

Located in Great Barrier Island, this family-friendly holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Medlands Beach, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Kaitoki Beach and Blind Bay. Awana Bay is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Victoria B.

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

Great space near Medlands beach

Had a lovely 3 night stay at Ruru as a group of 5. Place was just as described, Ian was a responsive host. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

anne s.

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

Beautiful view

Quiet space, lovely views. Close to Medlyn's Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie A.

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

Amazing

Thank you for having us - we had such a great stay. Beautiful spot with everything you need, would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C., Auckland, New Zealand.

One of the best in Medlands.

Perfect property to stay at with all amenities that you would expect.Great views from the deck and a nice open plan kitchen and living space. An easy short walk to a fantastic quiet beach. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place

Very comfortable and peaceful, with stunning views of the ocean and mountains. Great host and communication.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damien C.

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

Barrier weekend

Great place, plenty of space and well set up for weekend away!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca O.

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

A lovely spot to get away

We had a wonderful relaxing experience in this home. The home is beautiful and well appointed. The layout was perfect, a gorgeous view from just about every room - very comfortable accommodations.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Campbell S.

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

Scenic views

Lovely stay in one of the best and most accessible spots to reach the rest of the island. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dom M.

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

Slice of heaven

We had such an amazing stay at Ruru house, it was perfect and had everything you could need. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet H.

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

Paradise with a view

Beautiful setting. House had everything we needed. Fantastic view of Medlands beach. Had a wonderful weeks holiday with friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect spot for either a short or long stay, very clean and everything you need is here to ensure a comfortable, peaceful stay, the fire was appreciated at night and the wood was bone dry so dead easy to get a roaring fire underway. We both slept like logs which means the beds were super comfy and supportive. Having decks on both sides of the house is a plus if the wind makes things uncomfortable. We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Barrier Beauty!

We enjoyed staying at the house again with its elevated position and modern amenities. The house has great outdoor living and is handy to the beach and Medlands is our pick of places to stay on the Barrier!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Audrey B.

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

Aotea Stay

Great week on Aotea. Blessed with the weather. Ruru was amazing place to stay - great views and very comfortable. Loved the outdoor shower after an afternoon on the beach. The microbrewery at the bottom of the hill was a great little spot in the afternoons. Loved the mermaid pools at Medlands Beach. Eating out and food options are limited. A car is a good idea to get out and about.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect. Thx.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

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

Spacious comfort

Comfortable, clean, spacious and beautiful setting. Comfortable beds and reasonably well provisioned. Lovely outside dining areas on decks back and front.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna Y.

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

Lovely stay

Fabulous spot- great views- easy walking to the beach and the brewery!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew L.

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

Medlands Views

Our family had a great stay and loved the house so have booked again! Although it is a walk from the beach we liked being elevated with great views and bird life from the house and large decks. The wood burner kept the house super warm for our winter stay. Thanks Ian
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

CHRIS P., Auckland, New Zealand

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

Great stay

Great position and superb facilities. Best accom experience from many visits to the Barrier
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leanne L.

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

Ruru

Really loved our stay. The best view. Short walk to the beach. Would recommend and stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicola T.

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

Great spot for a relaxing break

A lovely modern property, up on the hill so quiet with a great view over Medlands but a short walk to the beach. Great spot for a relaxing break.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cruchanan M.

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

Tino Ataahua Pai

Great views of the sea at sunrise. Spacious accommodation. Gracious hosts and only just a phone call away. Everything needed was available. Totally enjoyed coming back to the property each evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan F.

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

Luv the Sunrise

Easy access, great spacefkr two couples plus thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic place to stay with everything you could possibly need and more (i.

Fantastic place to stay with everything you could possibly need and more (i.e. Outdoor speakers!). It's great that the master ensuite is separated from the other 2 bedrooms and main bathroom by the kitchen and living space as this gives families or friends privacy when needed. The front and rear decks are a bonus too. Hosts have lots of local knowledge and were very friendly. Would love to return soon!

10/10 Excellent

victoria m.

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

The Perfect Spot

After roughing it on our hike around Mt Hobson for two days, coming to stay at the Melands Batch was a welcome haven. Stunning views, immaculate property, we couldn’t have chosen a better spot to unwind tired muscles with a beer in front of the fire. Thank you so much for having us :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Courtney T.

Clean, tidy, and modern house with amazing views over Medlands beach area,...

Clean, tidy, and modern house with amazing views over Medlands beach area, would definitely stay again.

About the host

Hosted by Ian Cawson

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Lyn and Bob have resided on Great Barrier for 15 years and have enjoyed the simplicity of this place/ magical.

What makes this property unique

Private and quiet location

Languages:

English

Premier Host

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