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Only 40 metres to the beach!

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Amazing surf beach just 40 metres away!
Modern kitchen with dishwasher
Lounge for relaxing with the family
Cosy kiwi bach with large deck to enjoy outdoor living
Enjoy scenic walks along the beach

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Ruakaka, Whangarei
  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre
    7 min drive
  • Ruakaka Beach
    10 min drive
  • Reotahi Bay
    56 min drive
  • Whangarei (WRE)
    36 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bunk room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Queen room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Only 40 metres to the beach!

This clean and comfy family bach is just a short stroll across the reserve to the beautiful white sands and surf of Ruakaka in Bream Bay. The family can easily come and go between the bach and beach several times a day.

You can hear the waves rolling in from the master bedroom...
Or enjoy a meal with the family on the deck under the pohutukawa tree in the garden... And cleaning up after dinner is no hardship with the dishwasher and lovely view of the reserve from the kitchen window.

Children and teens are welcome - there's a 'Love you to the Moon and Back' bunk room for the young and young at heart!

The section is flat with easy vehicle access and has off street parking for 3-4 vehicles.

Ruakaka is only 90 minutes drive from Auckland and 20 minutes from Whangarei.
The bach is just a few minutes drive from Ruakaka Town Centre - supermarket, cafe, takeaways etc...
Nearby attractions include the glow worms at Waipu caves (about 20 minutes drive) and the Waipu golf club is about 10 minutes drive from the bach.

The bach is in a tranquil village setting and is a very peaceful place to escape every day life. The insulation and heat pump provide for a warm winter escape while the kayaks, fishing rods, long lines and proximity to the beach make for a fun filled or relaxing summer holiday.
Special conditions:
The bach comfortably sleeps eight, but can accommodate up to 10 people with fold out sofa bed in lounge.

Pets are welcome if you clean up after them in every respect and ensure they keep off the furniture so the bach stays nice for all to enjoy. The property is fully fenced; lowest fence is about 1 metre high.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to clean the house and do the dishes before you leave; Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

Property manager

Birdznest
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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: limit 4 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 not indicated whether 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 near the beach. Reyburn House and Old Library Arts Centre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Caves. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cave exploring and hiking.
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Ruakaka, Whangarei

What's nearby

  • Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 7 min drive
  • Ruakaka Beach - 10 min drive
  • Waipu Caves - 16 min drive
  • Waipu Cove Beach - 26 min drive
  • Ocean Beach - 74 min drive

Getting around

  • Whangarei (WRE) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪McLeod Bay Fish and Chips - ‬54 min drive
  • ‪Land & Sea - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Porthouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Off the Hook Cafe and Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Only 40 metres to the beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 4 total).

What time is check-in at Only 40 metres to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Only 40 metres to the beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Only 40 metres to the beach! located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and within 9 miles (15 km) of Ruakaka Beach and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves is 12 mi (19.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely House
Fabulous place to stay while visiting out friends in Northland
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A home with everything we needed
Clean and organised. Perfectly set up with everything that made this place feel like a home you could stay in forever. Fenced with great mature shade trees I spent hours under. Had a really great feel to the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Bach
Bach had everything we needed. Lovely spot
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernst K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and Quite
By the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
Absolutely stunning, comfortable home away from home. We loved our stay so much we wish we booked longer. We hope to come back again soon. Easy access to beach, fenced property felt safe for kids and dog. Great DVD selection. Just gorgeous, thank you for having us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection By the Sea
Absolutely amazing - loved every minute of it. Clean, comfy, close just perfect. Can’t wait to come back again for a third time. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Annette J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
We loved how cosy this bach was but yet spacious and felt down to earth. It was superb for our dogs with the property fenced in but yet so close to the beach. The dogs absolutely loved it! So did we being able to relax and so close to nature. We'll certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chanelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cosy bach
Thank you for sharing your paradise was just perfect we hope to come again with the whole family in summer :)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jannine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family plus 2 x dogs.
Really enjoyed reading other peoples reviews in notebooks on the kitchen table. Welcoming and tidy bach with some amenities provided. Having our dogs with us was the cherry on the cake.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachside holiday
Easy, well equipped, plenty of beds and seconds walk to the amazing Ruakaka beach. Winter weather but nice mini break. Recommended for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phil J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
By the beach
Comfortable family holiday home located close to a stunning beach. House is well equipped for an active family and has a large sun drenched deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Pip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Another fantastic time at the bach. Prefect weather just a bit cold for a swim at the beach. We will be back again. Kids are already asking when we can go back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfy place minutes from the beach
Our family had a great stay. Lovely dog-friendly section and place, a short walk from the beach. Lots of board games, heat pump in the lounge that made a winter stay comfortable. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ali K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ali
What a spot! so close to the ocean with everything you need in the garage to make the most of it. The batch was so warm inside you would never know it was Winter out. Thanks again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Easy process for an amazing short stay. We were 6 minutes away from Motox track, which was the purpose of visit. To fully enjoy all this bach has to offer, we will be returning in the summer. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Nteak
Wonderful place to come for a holiday so clise to the beach and fantastuc that you can enjoy some time away with your furry family members. Felt like a home away from home
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All you need and more
Tucked away down the end of a service lane, it is so close to the beach (2mins) and really does have everything you need for your stay. Very comfortable, good location and perfect size for our group of 6 adults. Would love to come back in Summer & really make the most of this great kiwi bach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

leigh c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome location!
Beautiful location so close to beach. Old style bach which was easy to relax and unwind in. Really appreciate that it allowed dogs. Everything you needed and comfortable beds and lounge with a toasty heat pump. We will be booking again. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Winter getaway
Lovely stay with everything we needed. Awesome being so close to the beach. Good variety of games to entertain the kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephanie r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely spot
Had a lovely stay here. Everything you need for your stay. Its clear thoughtfullness has gone into this bach and its guests. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paddy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family friendly
Great place for extended family, everything you need. Comfortable and warm, close to beach and park. Lovely
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ernst K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great as always
3 visit
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Waimarie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect beach bach
From the time we arrived to the time we left it was a perfect setting for me, my elderly Father and our four (yes 4) doggies. We were lucky enough to be accepted and we enjoyed the memories together. Great fully fenced doggie proof section, large enough for them all to chase each other right around the house many times, an outdoor cold shower system for both human and doggies, easy care/clean section …. I don’t want to say too much as this maybe booked for infinity! A short stroll up over the dune to the flat light sanded beach which is amazing. I just can’t say enough about it because it was for us, perfect. We loved it enough to mow the lawns during our stay … please accept us again in future 🙏 … thank you (Wai & Norm)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful- relaxing
Very impressed with presentation of property, cleanliness, location. The best Bookabach/Holiday House we have stayed in. We were able to take our dog with us- a bonus. Top marks for all the games, DVD's etc. We will certainly use this provider again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property with everything we needed and an amazing beach just a 2min walk from your front door.
Excellent communication from owners - very clear & timely. We will be back for another stay as soon as we can!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Birdznest

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What makes this property unique

Comfortable family bach with large fully fenced garden

Languages:

English

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