Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden
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- Breakfast includedBreakfast included
- Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
- WasherWasher
Check out the area
- Tawharanui Regional Park3 min drive
- Omaha Beach Golf Club18 min drive
- Omaha Beach23 min drive
- Auckland (AKL-Auckland Intl.)82 min drive
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About this property
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Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden
We think the Ruru Lodge is especially suitable if you are a couple or have young children who can share your sleeping area. The living spaces in the Ruru Lodge are spacious, light and airy, comfortably smart and modern. The private entrance leads to well-appointed, self-contained rooms including a fully equipped kitchen diner, lounge, a bedroom and a bathroom on the first floor. Flexible sleeping arrangements mean that the bedroom has both a queen double and two singles. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, hand basin and toilet. All toiletries are provided.
There is a dress rail and sets of drawers in the bedroom. There are spare linen and towels, beach towels and extras to make your stay convenient, and if you have forgotten essentials such as toothpaste, we have an honesty box system with these ready for you. Cots (and linen etc) are also available on request. Please use the outdoor bbq to cook fish and other pungent foods.
The cottage is fully appointed for you to live and eat during your visit (though with so many local eating places you may not need to cook!). Heating and cooling is by heat pump, topped up if needed with electric heaters or a fan in each room. Outside has large lawns, games, barbeque area, seating, fabulous views and protected bush.
Enjoy a drink sitting on the lawn overlooking protected bush with many native bird species or over the sea to Kawau Island. You have access to most of the courtyard, lawns and are free to explore the covenanted bush. If you wish to do this, make sure you bring suitable shoes as it is a steep valley with a stream at the bottom. The area is perfect for a getaway which still has access to characterful, high quality food, drink, music, cinema, galleries, shopping and a wide range of activities. With the Tawharanui Regional Park only 3km away you have access to one of the most beautiful beaches in New Zealand, great for surfing and body boarding. Walking through the bush you will see Takahe, Kiwi, Saddlebacks, North Island Robins and loads more.
The area has golf courses, art destinations, fishing, shopping, a three screen boutique cinema and so much more. There is a local publication called 'Junction' which we will leave in the rooms for you, listing everything going on.
We are ideally located for local event venues such as Tawharanui Lodge. Our local beaches are the superb Anchor Bay, Omaha, Goat Island and Pakiri.
Art venues abound such as the Sculptureum, Morris and James, Art Matakana, Artform and Brick Bay Sculpture Trail to name but a few. Eating or drinking locally you are spoilt for choice including restaurants, cafes, craft breweries (The Sawmill Brewery is one of our favourites), pubs, food trucks and markets.
Whilst here, if you can drag yourself away from the views from the garden or the beach, you will be in easy reach of many watersports, cycling, horse riding, golf, walking, vineyards, the cinema and more.
Alysn and Brian love living in this beautiful area and being able to share it with visitors. Alysn is an artist working from her studio at Kotare house and offering creative experiences.
The Lodge is adjoined to Kaka Lodge (below) and the host's main residence.
The space is tranquil and to keep this we do not accept bookings for party occasions.
It is important that you are aware that we ask for quiet after 11pm. If this is not suitable for you, please cancel the booking and if you do not respect this we will ask you to leave.
Other accommodation options are:
Kaka (4 bedroom option, sleeps up to 8);
Kaka (2 bedroom option, sleeps up to 4);
Kakariki 1 bed.
Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$50.00 per stay); Linen (included)
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Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car required
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Free breakfast available
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
- Sofa bed
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- 2 pets total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the bay
- Near the marina
- Near the sea
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
- Parasailing nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 1 unit
- Garden
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Children and extra beds
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About the area
Tawharanui
What's nearby
- Tawharanui Regional Park - 3 min drive
- Matakana Village - 12 min drive
- Omaha Beach Golf Club - 18 min drive
- Brick Bay Wines & Sculpture Trail - 21 min drive
- Omaha Beach - 23 min drive
Getting around
- Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL) - 82 min drive
Restaurants
- 8 Wired Brewing - Barrelworks - 10 min drive
- Cafe Sandspit - 23 min drive
- The Sawmill Brewery - 13 min drive
- Rusty Pelican Restaurant - 12 min drive
- Salty Dog Inn - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden?
As of May 18, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden on May 19, 2024 start from CA $250.16, 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.
What time is check-in at Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Modern, light, convenient, fully fitted space with sea views and spacious garden located?
This family-friendly Tawharanui cottage is located by the sea, 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Tawharanui Regional Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Action Ninja World and Baddeleys Beach. Blue Adventures and Morris & James are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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