About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: Thistle Do Beach Bach in Ruakaka offers a holiday home with two bedrooms and a living room. The property features a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi, ensuring a relaxing stay. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a terrace, balcony, and free on-site private parking. The holiday home includes a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and dishwasher. Additional amenities include a barbecue, outdoor seating area, and free toiletries. Local Attractions: Located 1.3 mi from Uretiti Beach and 24 mi from Whangarei Airport, the property is near attractions such as Northland Event Center and Whangarei Art Museum. Activities available include fishing and windsurfing. Highly rated for breakfast provided by the property and room cleanliness.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Michael
New Zealand New Zealand
An amazing place to stay. All you need is in the Bach is there. Its like home away from home.
Kelly
United States United States
Very cute and comfortable cottage. The hosts were there to greet us even though we got there just after 9pm A lovely place!
Kari
United States United States
It had practically everything we needed for a great stay!
Cindy
United States United States
Fantastic unit that was extremely functional and very cute beach vibes. Very convenient to the highway and the beach, but you don’t hear road noise. Excellent home, super value, very well set up. The kitchen had everything we needed, nice sharp...
James
United States United States
Lovely place near the beach. Merril is a great host looking to make everything perfect for the guests.
Catherine
New Zealand New Zealand
Breakfast provisions were excellent, juice, eggs, cereal, spreads, bread and milk. Great not to have to think about breakfast or need to go out looking for breakfast. The house was spotlessly clean, plenty of bedding for colder nights, the shower...
Sam
Isle of Man Isle of Man
I thought the house was perfect for us, especially if you are travelling from abroad. Sometimes the last thing you want is to be in another hotel room or being un able to fully relax, and coming into this place was so nice after a long trip and to...
Patrina
Australia Australia
The house was close to the beach and within a short driving distance to a good 4 Square store. The bed was comfortable and had more blankets should the weather get cooler. The tv was great, shower was hot and strong and the kitchen was well...
Pramit
New Zealand New Zealand
Great location, Merrill was amazing and was so easy to deal with
Cecile
Belgium Belgium
Everything! Nice beach house with a cost feeling. The host had bought everything for our breakfast. Very nice place and close to the sea (5 mins walk)

Hosted by Merril & Graham

9.8
Host Review Score
Merril & Graham
Our newly renovated bach is located meters off State Highway 1 at Ruakaka. We are an easy 15minute walk to the beautiful white sands of Ruakaka Beach, and even closer to the popular calm waters of Ruakaka Estuary. Our bach is a 2 bedroom home away from home. The master bedroom has a comfy king size bed and the 2nd bedroom has a king single bed and the lounge has a single, we can cater for up to 4 guests, however if your group is larger please enquire. The open plan lounge and kitchen has large windows and doors that allow maximum light and airflow, while the doors open onto a sun drenched deck with gas BBQ and outdoor setting. Inside the kitchen is fully stocked with everything you need, including fridge/freezer, microwave, cooktop, electric frypan and dishwasher. A healthy continental breakfast is provided for your first nights stay including fresh eggs (when available), cereal, toast, spreads, milk, Juice, tea & coffee. Our property is on one level however there are 4 steps up to the deck. You're welcome to bring your small - medium sized dog, however please be aware that our property is not fenced. The 3m x 8m deck is able to be secured to keep them safe.
We look forward to hosting you and ensuring your stay is a comfortable and enjoyable one. We live on the property in a separate dwelling, so we are on hand if needed.
We are within walking distance or a short drive to Ruakaka Beach, Estuary, restaurants, cafes, takeaways & shopping centre. Historic Waipu is a 10 minute drive south on SH1, with a WWI display at the Museum, and the annual Highland Games held on New Years Day. A further 5 minute drive to the popular surf beach at Waipu Cove. Waipu Glow Worm Caves are located a short distance off SH1 between Waipu and Ruakaka.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Thistle Do Beach Bach

Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 20 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

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All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Thistle Do Beach Bach of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

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