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Kihi Retreat - Ruakaka Holiday Home
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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Outdoor space
- Parking available
Explore the area
Ruakaka, Northland
- Ruakaka BeachPlace, Ruakaka Beach8 min walk
- Waipu Cove BeachPlace, Waipu Cove Beach21 min drive
- Mangawhai Heads BeachPlace, Mangawhai Heads Beach33 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)Airport, Whangarei (WRE)33 min drive
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About the area
Ruakaka
When you stay at this cottage in Ruakaka, you'll be near the beach and 8 minutes by foot from Ruakaka Beach. .This cottage is 4.7 mi (7.6 km) from Refining NZ Visitors Centre and 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Waipu Museum.
What's nearby
- Ruakaka Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Waipu Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 20.6 km
- Lang's Beach - 22 min drive - 24.5 km
- Town Basin Marina - 26 min drive - 37.5 km
- Mangawhai Heads Beach - 33 min drive - 36.0 km
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 35 min drive
Restaurants
- Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - 6 min drive
- Waipu Pizza Barn - 9 min drive
- Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - 5 min drive
- little RED - 9 min drive
- FEOH Espresso Waipu - 9 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Kihi Retreat - Ruakaka Holiday Home
A modern bach popping with colour - get ready to relax and escape to some peace and quiet. Welcome to The Kihi Retreat!
Make the most of the downtime with your group or family from the bright and well-appointed open-plan living with big floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open wide out onto the spacious outdoor sundeck.
Set yourself up on the deck for alfresco summer living when the weather is warmer. Fire up the BBQ and lounge out in the sun around the outdoor dining area. Or in winter unwind indoors, with a second TV lounge available for everyone to spread out in.
The Kihi Retreat is a 3-bedroom Ruakaka holiday home with WiFi, the large master bedroom has its own ensuite and opens directly onto the deck. Everything you need for a refreshing and memorable stay is on hand.
Enjoy this coastal town, with the stunning stretch of white sand and crashing waves of Ruakaka Beach and Bream Bay just a short walk from your front door. Just a 2-minute drive from the local store and restaurants if you need supplies or feel like venturing out for a meal. When you feel like exploring, this is a great location to explore Whangarei and the Tutukaka coast.
The Kihi Retreat is ready to host your amazing getaway!
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
Make the most of the downtime with your group or family from the bright and well-appointed open-plan living with big floor-to-ceiling windows and doors that open wide out onto the spacious outdoor sundeck.
Set yourself up on the deck for alfresco summer living when the weather is warmer. Fire up the BBQ and lounge out in the sun around the outdoor dining area. Or in winter unwind indoors, with a second TV lounge available for everyone to spread out in.
The Kihi Retreat is a 3-bedroom Ruakaka holiday home with WiFi, the large master bedroom has its own ensuite and opens directly onto the deck. Everything you need for a refreshing and memorable stay is on hand.
Enjoy this coastal town, with the stunning stretch of white sand and crashing waves of Ruakaka Beach and Bream Bay just a short walk from your front door. Just a 2-minute drive from the local store and restaurants if you need supplies or feel like venturing out for a meal. When you feel like exploring, this is a great location to explore Whangarei and the Tutukaka coast.
The Kihi Retreat is ready to host your amazing getaway!
Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private patio.
Take in the views from a garden.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Shower
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 1,399 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property is also known as
596327