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Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home

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A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven.
A modern living room with a large flat-screen TV, a glass coffee table, a grey sofa, and a floor lamp.
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A modern two-story house with a garage, a covered driveway, and a small front yard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Ruakaka Beach

Popular amenities

  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Ruakaka, Northland
  • Place, Ruakaka Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Mangawhai Heads Beach
    ‪45 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

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About the area

Ruakaka

Located in Ruakaka, this cottage is near the beach. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Waipu Museum, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves. 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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Map
Ruakaka, Northland

What's nearby

  • Ruakaka Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Town Basin Marina - 23 min drive - 37.5 km
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 24 min drive - 23.8 km
  • Lang's Beach - 26 min drive - 27.4 km
  • Mangawhai Heads Beach - 45 min drive - 41.0 km

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bach Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬3 min drive

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 7 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ruakaka Sands - Ruakaka Holiday Home on 9 November 2026 start from NZ$895, 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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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2026
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and appreciate you choosing Bachcare for your holiday. Guest feedback is always valued, and if there is anything we can do to make future stays even better, we'd love to hear from you. Thank you again for staying with us. We hope to welcome you back for another relaxing getaway in the future. Bachcare Reputations & Resolutions Team
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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 review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 February 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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