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175° East - Ruru House

175° East - Ruru House

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Overview of 175° East - Ruru House

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 60 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Enjoy the area

Map
Great Barrier Island, Medlands
  • Popular LocationMedlands Beach4 min drive
  • AirportGreat Barrier Island (GBZ)9 min drive
  • Popular LocationKaitoki Beach18 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlind Bay20 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

175° East - Ruru House

Ruru House is a contemporary open plan design comprising kitchen, dining, lounge area, three bedrooms, set into the north facing ridge full of manuka and kanuka, directly behind Medlands Beach this is ultimate luxury accommodation.
The house has lovely timber floors with bedrooms at each end. The living and dining area is connected to front and back deck making the most of the eastly seaview and views west into the mountains. The rural setting with sea views makes this location truly a slice of paradise. 
One of the bedrooms has large ensuite, with the other two bedrooms next to a large wet room bathroom.  
The house has walk around decks to the front and a secluded deck and lawn for intimate bbq's to the rear.  All Parts of the house are open to you.  
A fireplace sets the perfect environment to relax in the colder months, with comfortable chairs and couch to lounge in along with a large outdoor shower which greets you from the beach after a session in water.

Washing machine, dryer and Wifi, a smart TV and Sonus sound system are all available for guest use.

The name Ruru is inspired by the Ruru (Morepork) that frequent the property and often can be seen catching the Green Puriri moth off the front deck!

Property manager

Ian Cawson
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Fireplace

House Rules

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

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
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

About the area

Great Barrier Island

This holiday home is located in Great Barrier Island. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Medlands Beach.
Map
Great Barrier Island, Medlands

What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 4 min drive
  • Kaitoki Beach - 18 min drive
  • Blind Bay - 20 min drive
  • Awana Bay - 25 min drive
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 48 min drive

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Tipi & Bobs Waterfront Lodge - 13 min drive
  • Mulberry Grove General Store - 16 min drive
  • Barrier Social Club - 12 min drive
  • Stonewall Store & Bottle Store - 12 min drive
  • The Innkeeper's Lodge & Currach Irish Pub - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 175° East - Ruru House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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. 35 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 36 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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

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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

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

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

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

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

Premier Host

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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