New Zealand is a country full of wonderful and breathtaking coastal landscapes and if you want to have a low-key journey and experience in the country, you should not forget about Ruakaka on the northernmost side of the country. Ruakaka is well-known because of its active and stunning surf beach. Most visitors and locals come for sports and leisure during the weekends or vacations. The population might be small but there are a lot of activities to do aside from going to the beach when you are at the small community town. You can always go to the racetracks or even spend some time at one of their finest restaurants. There are campgrounds around as well holiday homes you can book for convenience. We’ve put together some of the best choices for you. Here are the best Bookabach holiday homes in Ruakaka, New Zealand.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on March 13, 2023.
1. Comfy and cozy bungalow (from USD 80)
This bungalow will make you feel like you are living at a classical home with the comforts of a modern house. You will also be able to de-stress because there is a little bit of minimalist influence in how the interior design was thoughtfully created. Eight people can share the three bedrooms and one bathroom. Guests can also enjoy the cozy living room with some couches and carpets. Guests should also not forget about the bathtub that is available in the shower room. Comfortable and convenient, this wonderful bungalow has it all for visitors of the wonderful small town.
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Great facilities available to use everything you need to enjoy a peaceful beach side breakwe were expecting it to be bustlingThis place is cozy all year round as it has a heat pump and is well insulatedUnfortunately we could only stay 1 night out of 2 but LOVE the upgrades and the bedrooms moveCleanliness:
The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean and tidyLovely and clean Super comfortable bedsThe house was clean and had everything we needed Our dog loved the gardenHost:
Warm cosy and clean Excellent holiday homePerfect for kids close to the beach lots of family friendly activities in the house with games books kayaksbut we were pleasantly surprised to find the beach to ourselves Great home for all the family including aunts and unclesClean tidy and well equipped Good communicationWe really enjoyed our stay being so close to the beach was a bonusRead more reviewsLocation:
We had a lovely stay at this bach Loved that we could just walk across some grass to get to the beachClean very close to the beach lots of games and movies for the kids Just loved it ThanksSuch a great spot fenced in flat garden and an incredibly short walk over the dunes to the beautiful white sand beachOur little family of four headed out of Auckland for some much needed R&R at the end of the term
2. Unique and spacious home near the beach (from USD 123)
Do you want to live in a classic home that was reinvented to be able to accommodate a comfy and comfortable modern lifestyle? This home is a little bit on the hippy side because of the interior design. The outdoor bathtub will give you the opportunity to connect more with the outdoors while you are trying to relax your tired body. This three-bedroom and one-bathroom bungalow near the beach is perfect for a maximum of nine people looking for something out of the ordinary yet can provide what they need. The lawn is wide enough to dine or play around in.
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lovely property with great location but needs a good clean-upRead more reviewsLocation:
house is walking distance to the beach and a dairy which make the location perfectenjoyed the location and the beautiful beachlocation over looking the dunes is private and picturesqueperfect location for walks on the beachloved the location and the outlook is just stunning
3. Dynamic beach house (from USD 180)
Lounging outdoors has never been this good. There are available couches outside the patio for guests to enjoy. Comfortable outdoor setups with pillows and modern tables for outdoor dining, lounging, or having some intimate and meaningful conversations are also available. The dining area can accommodate a whole group of guests while the kitchen can be used to cook your own food. The lawn is wide enough and the view of the beach is seen from the property itself. Guests love the whole property for the convenience and the comfort it offers.
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Everything you need and more Accommodates all agesreally comfortable Excellent size for 2 families looking for a beach side holiday Would definitely stay againThe bach is a great size with a big outdoor areaVery handy to the beautiful beachThe house had everything we neededHost:
The property was big enough for us all and the location was lovely and peaceful too Beautiful home and well maintainedGreat size for a big family group More than enough of everything Especially loved the outdoor furniturelovely beach with surf patrolmade it good for 2 couples with kidsClose to the beach and great for a big familyRead more reviewsLocation:
Great for multipl families and great location for the beachthe layout works well with two rooms up one end of the house and 3 at the other endgreat place for large groups 5 minutes away from a nice clean beach and a good set of facilitiesGreat location good sized house and lots of outside areas to relax in
4. Beach villa for a group (from USD 231)
If the family or the squad is planning to have a vacation at Ruakaka, this is one of the best holiday villas you can book that is conveniently close to the beach. Perfect for a maximum of eight people, this private rental is surely going to be a blast. The guests will be accommodated by four bedrooms and two bathrooms inside the property. A lounging area is available on the second floor of the property to relax under the sun and have some drinks while enjoying the fresh breeze from the sea. Preparing food is also possible with the well-equipped.
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A very comfortable beach house to accommodate our 7 adultsA lovely kitchen to use for cooking our mid year Christmas dinner and plenty of space to accommodate extras for a mealperfectly Large open plan living area perfect and fabulous large deck was awesomeIt is well set up with everything you need and is very spaciousGreat spacious and very comfortable place to stayCleanliness:
The house was super clean and tidy rooms were a great size and with 6 adults in the house the two bathrooms meant no waiting for showersThe house was in very tidy condition when we arrivedand we were very satisfied with our stayHost:
Great people great communicationthis home is extremely well appointed and comfortableLeonie was also a great host - passed on thorough instructions and was really easy to deal withBeautiful property with easy proximity to the beach Would stay again in a heartbeatThe house is beautiful well equipped and accommodated our large family comfortably Very close to the beachRead more reviewsLocation:
Amazing house location and areaWe stayed in mid winter but still found heaps to do in this beautiful locationJust a short stroll to the beautiful Ruakaka Beach Fantastic memories made right hereThe beach is just a short stroll away and is just stunningGreat location as well - only a few minutes walk from the beach and a great little cafe
5. Beach villa near the shore (from USD 123)
It is a very special experience to see the coastal landscapes in this small town especially if you are living just beside the beach or just a walk away from it. This villa near the shore offers just that. Guests will occupy three bedrooms and will share one bathroom. Seven people can sleep and occupy the property and experience the comfort of the home. Cooking is not a problem because a kitchen is readily available with cooking tools so guests can easily prepare meals inside their private rental. There is also a bathtub for soaking.
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Good old kiwi bach with everything you need and great locationGood old kiwi bach with everything you need and great locationGreat to have off street parking and so close to the beachthe right mix of relaxed living and amenitiesA true kiwi bach with all the comforts you needCleanliness:
The best location and a clean well presented property that I return to again and again Tried another nearby recently when Clunead wasn't available and it just reinforced how good Clunead isClean and tidy house with everything we needed for a short stayHost:
Very handy for fishing both sea and troutVery well set up house for five of us (three kids)Little house on the outside big inside Lots of space great having separate areas for people to relax or gather and so many puzzles books & gamesAll appliances were explained in a booklet and everything was functioning wellAll appliances were explained in a booklet and everything was functioning wellRead more reviewsLocation:
Loved Ruakaka great beach and good local shops for any supplies needed The house was perfect for our family -And so close to a lovely surf beach Really enjoyed our time thereThe location is perfect as it is so close to the beachThe location is perfect as it is so close to the beachPerfect for what we wanted in a house for three guys on a golf trip Older house but welcoming and easy to warm with heaters in every room
6. Spacious villa for a big group
Are you looking for private rental for a group of up to fifteen individuals? This spacious and wide villa is for the whole family or group. There are seven bedrooms and three bathrooms in this private rental for all of the guests to rest in. The contemporary design of the living room, the bathrooms, and the bedrooms will make it feel like you are living in a luxurious condominium unit. Guests can use the bathtub for a relaxing dip while they can also use the kitchen for cooking food. The lawn is wide and there are also available dining tables outdoors.
27.37 km (17.1 mi) from Whangarei FallsAccommodates: 15
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
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Very modern kitchen and bathroom Really enjoyed our stayBedroom 4 only has a double bed and no single in itA great property with amazing facilities Great hot water supplies for our large group Great options for outdoor living with tables chairsThere are some items in the house that could do with repair/tlc (ensuite shower door) and curtainsThe house was reasonably equipped but could do with fans in the upstairs bedrooms as it was too hot to sleep up there on some nightsCleanliness:
Amazing property especially for large groupsStunning property Linen was fresh and crispHost:
a platter awaited our arrival the next day after a huge day of fishing Brent brought us another platter of food for our hungry fishermanBBQ etc all available With a nearly full houseOur host Brent was the ultimate in hospitalityLovely big house for extended family gathering plenty of room for everyoneBrent was very helpful and brought us some heaters when I messaged saying that bedroom 6 and 7 was too cold to sleep in the first night and also brought us some extra blanketsRead more reviewsLocation:
only a couple minutes walk from the beachA spring clean wouldn't be a bad idea either as rugsGreat family place to stay and easy walk to the beachthe house is beautiful everyone loved it recommend this place to large groupsGreat location close and easy walk to the beach
Have the best time in Ruakaka
Ruakaka is definitely a place to visit to experience the wonderful serene vibe and coastal landscapes. Moreover, guests of the small town can also maximize their stay and enjoy some activities that are offered within the town as well. Your choices for private rentals will make your stay more convenient and even better so check out these best Bookabach holiday homes and have a great vacation ahead.
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