Title: 175° East - Ruru House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=34622568&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 175° East - Ruru House Family-friendly vacation home in Great Barrier Island ## Photo gallery for 175° East - Ruru House ![Terrace/patio - 175° East - Ruru House (Great Barrier Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622568/c4a88301.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board - 175° East - Ruru House (Great Barrier Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622568/1375d462.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils - 175° East - Ruru House (Great Barrier Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622568/ab97c932.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace - 175° East - Ruru House (Great Barrier Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622568/14577d03.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 175° East - Ruru House (Great Barrier Island)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34622600/34622568/066f290c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on a north-facing ridge, Ruru House offers ultimate luxury accommodation with a contemporary open-plan design. Enjoy the eastly sea views and mountain vistas from the living area or front deck, while relaxing in comfortable chairs by the fireplace. The secluded rear deck is perfect for intimate barbecues. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71076 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 175° East - Ruru House Ruru House — Off-Grid Luxury at Medlands Beach Perched on a north-facing ridge among native bush, Ruru House is a contemporary retreat with wide ocean and mountain views from every deck. Fully off-grid, solar-powered, and a five-minute bush walk to Medlands Beach. Open-plan living with warm timber floors and seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Three bedrooms — master with ensuite, two sharing a large wet-room bathroom. Wraparound decks capture sunrise over the Pacific to the east and rugged ranges to the west. Your space: \- Full kitchen with quality appliances \- Fireplace for winter evenings \- Outdoor shower — perfect after a beach swim or polar plunge \- WiFi, Smart TV, Sonos \- Washing machine & dryer \- Secluded back deck and lawn with BBQ At your doorstep: \- Medlands Beach — 5-minute walk \- Aotea Brewery — short stroll \- Tryphena & airport — 10-minute drive After dark: Great Barrier is a certified Dark Sky Sanctuary. Step outside and the Milky Way stretches horizon to horizon. The native Ruru (Morepork) owls are regular visitors at dusk — watch them catch green Pūriri moths right from the front deck. One of three private homes at 175° East, each secluded in native bush. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 1,076 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37910000/37907900/37907866/b4a4440b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### XSPOT Cliff 4WD holiday apartment for two - Spectacular 270° Hauraki Gulf views Tryphena - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 92 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=37907866&PinnedHotelID=37907866&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76040000/76035300/76035288/95806a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cottage,2 Bedroom,Tryphena,Great Barrier Island.Great Location Auckland - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Barbecue grill 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=76035288&PinnedHotelID=76035288&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90330000/90324900/90324802/1a5a76ff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded relaxing beach escape Auckland - Kitchen - Outdoor Space - Parking available - Toys/Games 8.4 Very good 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=90324802&PinnedHotelID=90324802&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/38000000/37992700/37992639/7c8227d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning sea views from this loft appartment Tryphena - Kitchen - Parking available - Living/Dining area 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews CA $160 CA $370 total includes taxes & fees Mar 19 - Mar 20 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=37992639&PinnedHotelID=37992639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Compare similar properties](/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28&selected=34622568&PinnedHotelID=34622568&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2&comparePropertyIds=34622568,37907866,76035288,90324802,37992639) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds This property does not allow children ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## 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 and a first aid kit This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property 175° East Medlands View Medlandsview Beachhouse Medlands View Beach House 175° Ruru House Great Barrier 175° East - Ruru House Great Barrier Island 175° East - Ruru House Private vacation home Medlandsview Beachhouse (Luxury with sea view) 397262 ## About the area Great Barrier Island is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Glenfern Sanctuary and Medlands Beach. [Visit our Great Barrier Island travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Barrier-Island.dx1288) [View more Vacation homes in Great Barrier Island](https://www.expedia.ca/Great-Barrier-Island-Private-Vacation-Homes.d1288-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-36.26940%2C175.48817&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-CXY4QSESbn4AiHhMIXqJ_mD8hc=) Great Barrier Island, Medlands ### What's nearby - ![medlands beach great barrier island](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111662/86ec9388-8c3e-41e3-ac82-eaae53a5a3b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Medlands Beach 3 min drive \- 1.8 km - Kaitoki Beach 14 min drive \- 11.5 km - Blind Bay 15 min drive \- 12.2 km - Whangaparapara Harbour 21 min drive \- 15.0 km - Glenfern Sanctuary 42 min drive \- 33.6 km ### Getting around - Great Barrier Island (GBZ) 9 min drive ### Restaurants - Tipi And Bobs 8 min drive - The Burger Shack 5 min drive - Barrier Social Club 7 min drive - Mulberry Grove General Store 16 min drive - Stonewall Store & Bottle Store 8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 175° East - Ruru House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 175° East - Ruru House? ### What time is check-out at 175° East - Ruru House? ### Where is 175° East - Ruru House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 175° East - Ruru House Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 38 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### anne s. Mar 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful view Quiet space, lovely views. Close to Medlyn's Beach. ##### anne s. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Audrey B. Feb 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Aotea Stay Great week on Aotea. Blessed with the weather. Ruru was amazing place to stay - great views and very comfortable. Loved the outdoor shower after an afternoon on the beach. The microbrewery at the bottom of the hill was a great little spot in the afternoons. Loved the mermaid pools at Medlands Beach. Eating out and food options are limited. A car is a good idea to get out and about. ##### Audrey B. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria B. Feb 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great space near Medlands beach Had a lovely 3 night stay at Ruru as a group of 5\. Place was just as described, Ian was a responsive host. Would happily stay again. ##### Victoria B. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jamie A. Apr 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing Thank you for having us - we had such a great stay. Beautiful spot with everything you need, would highly recommend! ##### Jamie A. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew C., Auckland, New Zealand. Dec 24, 2018 #### One of the best in Medlands. Perfect property to stay at with all amenities that you would expect.Great views from the deck and a nice open plan kitchen and living space. An easy short walk to a fantastic quiet beach. Definitely recommend. ##### Andrew C. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lza9L3faho8yzWdPKNpD9To7iRkL0Kq+g9gE/4V+tLmRqt5Q09vnFGSvhAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb L. May 21, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place Very comfortable and peaceful, with stunning views of the ocean and mountains. Great host and communication. ##### Lza9L3faho8yzWdPKNpD9To7iRkL0Kq+g9gE/4V+tLmRqt5Q09vnFGSvhAAAAcDBuBgkqhkiG9w0BBwagYTBfAgEAMFoGCSqGSIb L. Stayed 2 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Damien C. Nov 29, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Barrier weekend Great place, plenty of space and well set up for weekend away! ##### Damien C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rebecca O. Jan 17, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A lovely spot to get away We had a wonderful relaxing experience in this home. The home is beautiful and well appointed. The layout was perfect, a gorgeous view from just about every room - very comfortable accommodations. ##### Rebecca O. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Campbell S. Apr 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Scenic views Lovely stay in one of the best and most accessible spots to reach the rest of the island. Thanks. ##### Campbell S. Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dom M. Mar 26, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Slice of heaven We had such an amazing stay at Ruru house, it was perfect and had everything you could need. We will be back! ##### Dom M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Janet H. Mar 8, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Paradise with a view Beautiful setting. House had everything we needed. Fantastic view of Medlands beach. Had a wonderful weeks holiday with friends. ##### Janet H. Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ian N. Nov 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A perfect spot for either a short or long stay, very clean and everything you need is here to ensure a comfortable, peaceful stay, the fire was appreciated at night and the wood was bone dry so dead easy to get a roaring fire underway. We both slept like logs which means the beds were super comfy and supportive. Having decks on both sides of the house is a plus if the wind makes things uncomfortable. We'll be back! ##### Ian N. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew L. Jan 20, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Barrier Beauty! We enjoyed staying at the house again with its elevated position and modern amenities. The house has great outdoor living and is handy to the beach and Medlands is our pick of places to stay on the Barrier! ##### Andrew L. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brett S. Nov 18, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious comfort Comfortable, clean, spacious and beautiful setting. Comfortable beds and reasonably well provisioned. Lovely outside dining areas on decks back and front. ##### Brett S. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anna Y. Oct 4, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely stay Fabulous spot- great views- easy walking to the beach and the brewery! ##### Anna Y. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Andrew L. Jul 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Medlands Views Our family had a great stay and loved the house so have booked again! Although it is a walk from the beach we liked being elevated with great views and bird life from the house and large decks. The wood burner kept the house super warm for our winter stay. Thanks Ian ##### Andrew L. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### CHRIS P. Apr 10, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great stay Great position and superb facilities. Best accom experience from many visits to the Barrier ##### CHRIS P. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leanne L. Apr 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ruru Really loved our stay. The best view. Short walk to the beach. Would recommend and stay again ##### Leanne L. Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola T. Jan 11, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot for a relaxing break A lovely modern property, up on the hill so quiet with a great view over Medlands but a short walk to the beach. Great spot for a relaxing break. ##### Nicola T. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cruchanan M. Apr 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Tino Ataahua Pai Great views of the sea at sunrise. Spacious accommodation. Gracious hosts and only just a phone call away. Everything needed was available. Totally enjoyed coming back to the property each evening. ##### Cruchanan M. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan F. Mar 30, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Luv the Sunrise Easy access, great spacefkr two couples plus thank you ##### Megan F. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Oct 6, 2020 #### Fantastic place to stay with everything you could possibly need and more (i. Fantastic place to stay with everything you could possibly need and more (i.e. Outdoor speakers!). It's great that the master ensuite is separated from the other 2 bedrooms and main bathroom by the kitchen and living space as this gives families or friends privacy when needed. The front and rear decks are a bonus too. Hosts have lots of local knowledge and were very friendly. Would love to return soon! ### 10/10 Excellent #### victoria m. Jun 24, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The Perfect Spot After roughing it on our hike around Mt Hobson for two days, coming to stay at the Melands Batch was a welcome haven. Stunning views, immaculate property, we couldn’t have chosen a better spot to unwind tired muscles with a beer in front of the fire. Thank you so much for having us :) ##### victoria m. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019 This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney T. Jan 8, 2019 #### Clean, tidy, and modern house with amazing views over Medlands beach area,... Clean, tidy, and modern house with amazing views over Medlands beach area, would definitely stay again. ##### Courtney T. This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela O. Jun 12, 2018 #### Wow. Wow. This property exceeded our expectations. Incredibly well kitted out and a magnificent view. ##### Angela O.