6 Best Bookabach Holiday Homes In Ruakaka, New Zealand

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Harold
Harold 
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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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24.92 km (15.5 mi) from Whangarei Falls
219 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Great facilities available to use everything you need to enjoy a peaceful beach side break
we were expecting it to be bustling
This place is cozy all year round as it has a heat pump and is well insulated
Unfortunately we could only stay 1 night out of 2 but LOVE the upgrades and the bedrooms move
Cleanliness:
The beds were comfortable and the rooms were clean and tidy
Lovely and clean Super comfortable beds
The house was clean and had everything we needed Our dog loved the garden
Host:
Warm cosy and clean Excellent holiday home
Perfect for kids close to the beach lots of family friendly activities in the house with games books kayaks
but we were pleasantly surprised to find the beach to ourselves Great home for all the family including aunts and uncles
Clean tidy and well equipped Good communication
We really enjoyed our stay being so close to the beach was a bonus
Location:
We had a lovely stay at this bach Loved that we could just walk across some grass to get to the beach
Clean very close to the beach lots of games and movies for the kids Just loved it Thanks
Such a great spot fenced in flat garden and an incredibly short walk over the dunes to the beautiful white sand beach
Our little family of four headed out of Auckland for some much needed R&R at the end of the term
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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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Ruakaka, Northland, NZ
27.1 km (16.9 mi) from Whangarei Falls
54 reviews  
House 8 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
lovely property with great location but needs a good clean-up
Location:
house is walking distance to the beach and a dairy which make the location perfect
enjoyed the location and the beautiful beach
location over looking the dunes is private and picturesque
perfect location for walks on the beach
loved the location and the outlook is just stunning
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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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Ruakaka, Northland, NZ
27.43 km (17.1 mi) from Whangarei Falls
37 reviews  
House 12 Guests 5 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Everything you need and more Accommodates all ages
really comfortable Excellent size for 2 families looking for a beach side holiday Would definitely stay again
The bach is a great size with a big outdoor area
Very handy to the beautiful beach
The house had everything we needed
Host:
The property was big enough for us all and the location was lovely and peaceful too Beautiful home and well maintained
Great size for a big family group More than enough of everything Especially loved the outdoor furniture
lovely beach with surf patrol
made it good for 2 couples with kids
Close to the beach and great for a big family
Location:
Great for multipl families and great location for the beach
the layout works well with two rooms up one end of the house and 3 at the other end
great place for large groups 5 minutes away from a nice clean beach and a good set of facilities
Great location good sized house and lots of outside areas to relax in
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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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27.38 km (17.1 mi) from Whangarei Falls
40 reviews   Wifi Available
House 9 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 9
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
A very comfortable beach house to accommodate our 7 adults
A lovely kitchen to use for cooking our mid year Christmas dinner and plenty of space to accommodate extras for a meal
perfectly Large open plan living area perfect and fabulous large deck was awesome
It is well set up with everything you need and is very spacious
Great spacious and very comfortable place to stay
Cleanliness:
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 showers
The house was in very tidy condition when we arrived
and we were very satisfied with our stay
Host:
Great people great communication
this home is extremely well appointed and comfortable
Leonie was also a great host - passed on thorough instructions and was really easy to deal with
Beautiful property with easy proximity to the beach Would stay again in a heartbeat
The house is beautiful well equipped and accommodated our large family comfortably Very close to the beach
Location:
Amazing house location and area
We stayed in mid winter but still found heaps to do in this beautiful location
Just a short stroll to the beautiful Ruakaka Beach Fantastic memories made right here
The beach is just a short stroll away and is just stunning
Great location as well - only a few minutes walk from the beach and a great little cafe
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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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24.81 km (15.5 mi) from Whangarei Falls
60 reviews  
House 7 Guests 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom

Accommodates: 7
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 14 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Good old kiwi bach with everything you need and great location
Good old kiwi bach with everything you need and great location
Great to have off street parking and so close to the beach
the right mix of relaxed living and amenities
A true kiwi bach with all the comforts you need
Cleanliness:
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 is
Clean and tidy house with everything we needed for a short stay
Host:
Very handy for fishing both sea and trout
Very 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 & games
All appliances were explained in a booklet and everything was functioning well
All appliances were explained in a booklet and everything was functioning well
Location:
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 there
The location is perfect as it is so close to the beach
The location is perfect as it is so close to the beach
Perfect 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
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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.

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27.37 km (17.1 mi) from Whangarei Falls
27 reviews   Wifi Available
House 15 Guests 7 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 15
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
Very modern kitchen and bathroom Really enjoyed our stay
Bedroom 4 only has a double bed and no single in it
A great property with amazing facilities Great hot water supplies for our large group Great options for outdoor living with tables chairs
There are some items in the house that could do with repair/tlc (ensuite shower door) and curtains
The house was reasonably equipped but could do with fans in the upstairs bedrooms as it was too hot to sleep up there on some nights
Cleanliness:
Amazing property especially for large groups
Stunning property Linen was fresh and crisp
Host:
a platter awaited our arrival the next day after a huge day of fishing Brent brought us another platter of food for our hungry fisherman
BBQ etc all available With a nearly full house
Our host Brent was the ultimate in hospitality
Lovely big house for extended family gathering plenty of room for everyone
Brent 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 blankets
Location:
only a couple minutes walk from the beach
A spring clean wouldn't be a bad idea either as rugs
Great family place to stay and easy walk to the beach
the house is beautiful everyone loved it recommend this place to large groups
Great location close and easy walk to the beach
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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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Harold, a writer and traveler in the Philippines, aspires to initiate travel documentaries with a focus on hiking adventures.

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