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Thistle Do Beach Bach - Ruakaka
Holiday home in Ruakaka with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 564 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Ruakaka, Northland
- Place, Ruakaka Beach5 min drive
- Place, Waipu Caves21 min drive
- Place, Waipu Cove Beach25 min drive
- Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
2nd Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Thistle Do Beach Bach - Ruakaka
Our newly renovated bach is located meters off State Highway 1 at Ruakaka. We are an easy 15minute walk to the beautiful white sands of Ruakaka Beach, and even closer to the popular calm waters of Ruakaka Estuary. Our bach is a 2 bedroom home away from home. The master bedroom has a comfy king size bed and the 2nd bedroom has a king single bed, the lounge has a single bed & sofa bed, we can cater for up to 4 adults, if your group is larger please enquire. The open plan lounge and kitchen has large windows and doors that allow maximum light and airflow, while the doors open onto a sun drenched deck with gas BBQ and outdoor setting. Inside the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need, including fridge/freezer, microwave, cooktop, electric frypan and dishwasher. A healthy continental breakfast is provided for your first nights stay including fresh eggs (when available), cereal, toast, spreads, milk, Juice, tea & coffee.
Our property is on one level however there are 4 steps up to the deck.
You're welcome to bring your small - medium sized dog, however please be aware that our property is not fenced. The 3m x 8m deck can be secured to keep them safe.
Our property is on one level however there are 4 steps up to the deck.
You're welcome to bring your small - medium sized dog, however please be aware that our property is not fenced. The 3m x 8m deck can be secured to keep them safe.
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Amenities
Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Ruakaka
Located in Ruakaka, this holiday home is in a rural area. Waipu Museum and Hundertwasser Art Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Town Basin Marina and Mangawhai Golf Club. With kayaking, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.

Ruakaka, Northland
What's nearby
- Ruakaka Beach - 5 min drive - 1.3 km
- Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 7 min drive - 6.0 km
- Waipu Caves - 21 min drive - 15.0 km
- Waipu Cove Beach - 25 min drive - 21.5 km
- Ocean Beach - 56 min drive - 26.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ruakaka Tavern - 4 min drive
- Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - 4 min drive
- Waipu Tavern - 7 min drive
- Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - 3 min drive
- Wicked Cafe & Take Away - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.4/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
27 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katherine H.
3 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again
Katherine H.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Frankie B.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frankie B.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Elly N.
12 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
peace after our storm
Elly N.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Janine M.
18 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came back
Janine M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Iwona K.
4 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Iwona K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emma M.
23 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Emma M.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ben S.
30 August 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben S.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angelita H.
1 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Angelita H.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mike E.
25 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cosy short drives to Marden point and one tree point
Mike E.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Wayne and Sandra W.
28 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay
Wayne and Sandra W.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
martin a.
22 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
everything you need
martin a.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Colin M.
22 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and comfortable
Colin M.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sophie B.
9 January 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to Beach
Sophie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gillian A.
2 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short get away
Gillian A.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
ben w.
18 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mega Mangawhai
ben w.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda T.
16 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely country bach
Linda T.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Liz V.
21 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ruakaka
Liz V.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Linda P.
17 February 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thistle Do
Linda P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy S., Auckland
10 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little bach
Amy S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
wilna c., Auckland
29 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very neat property
wilna c.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sherry S.
24 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister's Road Trip
Sherry S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jancke W.
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Jancke W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
Suzy L.
27 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
one night for family of 5
Suzy L.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
20 April 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cleanest stay ever!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
About the host
Hosted by Merril
Graham & I met in beautiful Ruakaka when we were teenagers, we now live here and love sharing our slice of paradise with others.
Languages:
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