2/10 Terrible
Mike O.
Apr 12, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
Terrible
Mike O.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Entire apartment
Relaxed quiet home away from home!
Choose dates to view prices
Photo gallery for Relaxed quiet home away from home!
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- KitchenKitchen
- Free WiFiFree WiFi
- Outdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
- Ocean viewOcean view
Check-in time
2:00 PM
Check-out time
11:00 AM
Explore the area
Ruakaka, Northland
- Ruakaka Beach18 min walk
- Waipu Caves10 min drive
- Waipu Cove Beach20 min drive
- Whangarei (WRE)33 min drive
Room options
Similar properties
Ripples-n-Tide Relaxing Waterside Studio
Ripples-n-Tide Relaxing Waterside Studio
Parua Bay
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor Space
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (215)
4.9/5
Exceptional
(215)
The price is $72
$72
per night
$102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Harbourside Accomodation, Onerahi, Whangarei
Harbourside Accomodation, Onerahi, Whangarei
Onerahi
Free WiFi
Kitchen
Microwave
Living/Dining area
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (23)
5.0/5
Exceptional
(23)
The price is $104
$104
per night
$185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Beach Studio with King size bed, a bathroom and kitchen, off street parking
Beach Studio with King size bed, a bathroom and kitchen, off street parking
One Tree Point
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (4)
4.8/5
Exceptional
(4)
The price is $107
$107
per night
$178 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Camp Waipu Cove
Camp Waipu Cove
Waipu
Parking included
Free WiFi
Laundry
Kitchen
4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (106)
4.7/5
Exceptional
(106)
The price is $65
$65
per night
$74 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Twin Palms Ocean Beach, French Country Lounge
Twin Palms Ocean Beach, French Country Lounge
Ocean Beach
Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (88)
5.0/5
Exceptional
(88)
The price is $153
$153
per night
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Kauri Villas
Kauri Villas
Parua Bay
Pool
Hot Tub
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.8 out of 5, Exceptional, (29)
4.8/5
Exceptional
(29)
The price is $102
$102
per night
$118 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
Comfort Hotel Flames Whangerei
Onerahi
Pool
Free airport shuttle
Parking included
Free WiFi
4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (197)
4.2/5
Very Good
(197)
The price is $96
$96
per night
$111 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Vrbo Property
Vrbo Property
Ruakaka
Pool
Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
The price is $905
$905
per night
$1,385 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Waipu Glamping
Waipu Glamping
Waipu
Kitchen
Pet friendly
Outdoor Space
Barbecue grill
4.9 out of 5, Exceptional, (8)
4.9/5
Exceptional
(8)
The price is $153
$153
per night
$197 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
About the neighborhood
Ruakaka
Close to the beach.Stay at this Ruakaka apartment and you'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Ruakaka Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Refining NZ Visitors Centre. Waipu Museum is within 6 miles (10 km) and Waipu Caves is within 9 miles (15 km).
What's nearby
- Ruakaka Beach - 18 min walk
- Refining NZ Visitors Centre - 5 min drive
- Waipu Caves - 10 min drive
- Waipu Cove Beach - 20 min drive
- Ocean Beach - 70 min drive
Getting around
- Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive
Restaurants
- Land & Sea - 10 min drive
- Two Birds Cafe, Ruakaka Cafes - 4 min drive
- Feoh Espresso - 7 min drive
- Waipu Clansman Motel & Restaurant - 8 min drive
- Waipu Central - 7 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Relaxed quiet home away from home!
Tucked away down a long driveway you will find Ridge Haven. A family owned and operated studio apartment on the bottom floor of our home which offers the relaxed quiet home away from home feel. If you don’t fancy visiting the close by cafe’s and restaurants the apartment has all that you need to cater for yourself. Fully equipped with fridge/freezer, oven, microwave and all the necessary kitchen utensils you will require. The studio apartment accommodates up to 4 people comfortably with a queen bed, single bed and fold out sofa bed all in an open plan living area. The kitchen opens out onto a private patio and lawn area with BBQ, seating and hammocks hung from the palm trees in the summer months and views through the Pohutakawa Tree out to sea! Bathroom with shower only and lots off street parking available.
Our beach culture is what we love most about living in Ruakaka. The picturesque beach is surf patrolled during summer months, with safe swimming for young children at the estuary. Other nearby activities include paddle boarding, surfing, fishing, horse treks, coastal walks, golf, markets, museums, restaurants, diving and fishing boat charters and beauty spas. Marsden Cove Marina is 10 minutes away and North Port, Marsden Point Oil Refinery only 7 minutes. Just under 1.5 hours from Auckland City and 20 minutes to Whangarei Ruakaka makes the perfect spot to stop on your travels North or South. The local supermarket and shops are a few minutes’ drive or stroll to the dairy for an ice-cream or the weekend newspaper or cafe for morning coffee.
Our pets – Carlo is our part time dog; he is a big softy and super friendly. Goldie (fluffy/ ginger) and Smokey (grey) our cats are also super friendly and like to sneak into the unit at any opportunity they get! But I ask if you please stop them from entering the unit as we do have guests who are allergic to animals.
Special conditions: On departure and in true kiwi tradition you are expected to wash the dishes and leave the property clean and tidy as found on arrival. Cleaning supplies are provided. $20 linen charge.
Check-in time 2pm, check-out time 11am - Smoking OUTSIDE only
Extras: Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per stay)
Our beach culture is what we love most about living in Ruakaka. The picturesque beach is surf patrolled during summer months, with safe swimming for young children at the estuary. Other nearby activities include paddle boarding, surfing, fishing, horse treks, coastal walks, golf, markets, museums, restaurants, diving and fishing boat charters and beauty spas. Marsden Cove Marina is 10 minutes away and North Port, Marsden Point Oil Refinery only 7 minutes. Just under 1.5 hours from Auckland City and 20 minutes to Whangarei Ruakaka makes the perfect spot to stop on your travels North or South. The local supermarket and shops are a few minutes’ drive or stroll to the dairy for an ice-cream or the weekend newspaper or cafe for morning coffee.
Our pets – Carlo is our part time dog; he is a big softy and super friendly. Goldie (fluffy/ ginger) and Smokey (grey) our cats are also super friendly and like to sneak into the unit at any opportunity they get! But I ask if you please stop them from entering the unit as we do have guests who are allergic to animals.
Special conditions: On departure and in true kiwi tradition you are expected to wash the dishes and leave the property clean and tidy as found on arrival. Cleaning supplies are provided. $20 linen charge.
Check-in time 2pm, check-out time 11am - Smoking OUTSIDE only
Extras: Linen (Required, NZ$20.00 per stay)
Property manager
Terrianne
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
Internet
- Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Electric kettle
- Kitchenette
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower only
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Games
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
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
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
- No pets 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Property is also known as
Studio
Relaxed Quiet Away From
Relaxed quiet home away from home! Ruakaka
Relaxed quiet home away from home! Apartment
Relaxed quiet home away from home! Apartment Ruakaka
Frequently asked questions
How close is Relaxed quiet home away from home! to the airport?
This apartment is 22.6 mi (34-min drive) away from the Whangarei (WRE) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
As of Jun 17, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxed quiet home away from home! on Jun 30, 2024 start from $85.99, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Does Relaxed quiet home away from home! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.
How close is Relaxed quiet home away from home! to the beach?
This apartment is 0.9 mi (3-min drive) from Ruakaka Beach and 11.2 mi (20-min drive) from Waipu Cove Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Relaxed quiet home away from home! offer free breakfast?
This apartment does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
No, there is no casino at this apartment.
What time is check-in at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Relaxed quiet home away from home!?
Free parking is not available at this apartment.
Does Relaxed quiet home away from home! have a pool?
This apartment does not have a pool.
Does Relaxed quiet home away from home! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this apartment.
How close is Relaxed quiet home away from home! to downtown Ruakaka?
This apartment is 0.2 mi away from Ruakaka.
Relaxed quiet home away from home! Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
10 - Excellent
17
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
8 - Good
5
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
6 - Okay
0
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
4 - Poor
0
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
2 - Terrible
1
9.0/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Karina G.
Apr 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great weekend staying at Terrianne‘s place, perfect location to move around the area. The place was in great conditions as per descriptions and Terrianne was great…
Thanks.
Karina G.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sina A.
Jun 8, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Peace of paradise
Property was so clean and had everything we needed also very spacious. Beds were so comfortable and we thoroughly enjoyed the peace n quiet. We enjoyed our stay.
Thanks Seena
Sina A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roger R.
Mar 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Space and comfort in Ruakaka
The property was clean, spacious, and well equipped. The friendly and helpful host lives on site. Highly recommended.
Roger R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Chris R.
Jan 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
Fantastic downstairs unit, wonderful location. We’ll be back!
Chris R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark M.
Dec 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Better than staying in a hotel!
Owner was very accomodating. The house is well situated (5 mins drive from Ruakaka beach) plenty of space for kids to run around both inside and outside. Peaceful neighbourhood.. The property has complete amenities.. Everything is provided and everything is clean and hygienic (extra bedsheets, towels, plenty of pillows, shampoo, soaps, bunch of toys for kids) everything you can think about in an apartment is here! :) We will definitely come back
Mark M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
tonia M.
Dec 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful easy living
Everything we needed for a short stay. Peaceful, comfortable and close to the beach.
Beautiful cats for a cuddle as well 😊
tonia M.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karin M.
Jan 13, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Great place, just what we needed. Thank you.
Karin M.
10/10 Excellent
Dion O.
Jan 12, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
50th birthday party
Had surprise 50th birthday party at short notice, This place was perfect for me, my partner and our 2 young children.
Very clean and tidy and close to the beach!!
The owner was a pleasure to deal with!!
Highly recommend staying here!!
Dion O.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kerryn S.
Jan 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Short and Sweet
Great property. Lovely and clean and has everything you need.
Beautiful beach just down the road :-)
Kerryn S.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020