Title: Relaxed quiet home away from home! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Relaxed quiet home away from home! Apartment in Ruakaka with kitchen and patio ![Beach nearby, sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/3d2f7064.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/22737dbd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/09822ed8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/56ec061d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37990000/37990000/37989990/6dc9e5a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the relaxed, quiet atmosphere of Ridge Haven, a family-owned studio apartment. The open-plan living area comfortably accommodates up to 4 people with a queen bed, single bed and fold out sofa bed. With a fully equipped kitchen and private patio with BBQ and seating areas surrounded by palm trees, this home away from home has everything you need. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi - Ocean view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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) ## 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 - 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 - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the marina ### Things to do - Birdwatching 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 ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100440000/100436000/100435940/a77d8d7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waipu peace and privacy inland Waipu Waipu - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $228 CA $292 total includes taxes & fees Nov 21 - Nov 22 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=100435940&PinnedHotelID=100435940&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![On the beach, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99360000/99357700/99357601/3bd36ef8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaside Kiwiana Stay with Rustic Path to the Beach Tamaterau - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews CA $95 CA $180 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=99357601&PinnedHotelID=99357601&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89960000/89958900/89958817/2d0f4030.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waipu Glamping-sleeps up to 5 Waipu - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.2 Wonderful 19 reviews CA $178 CA $230 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=89958817&PinnedHotelID=89958817&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33570100/33570025/c2d223a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverfront Cottage Waipu Waipu - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 43 reviews CA $95 CA $135 total includes taxes & fees Nov 24 - Nov 25 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-24&endDate=2025-11-25&selected=33570025&PinnedHotelID=33570025&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109380000/109373000/109372940/e5fe972b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ruakaka Retreat, heavenly views. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### 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 ## About the area ![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-35.90623%2C174.45038&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jNqoKDy93012e-TwFCai6TVl86M=) Ruakaka, Ruakaka #### What's nearby - Ruakaka Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km - Waipu Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 21.3 km - Town Basin Marina - 27 min drive - 36.4 km - Mangawhai Heads Beach - 37 min drive - 36.7 km - Ocean Beach - 54 min drive - 26.9 km #### Getting around - Whangarei (WRE) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Ainga - Asian Fusion Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ruakaka Tavern - ‬4 min drive - ‪Wicked Cafe & Take Away - ‬2 min drive - ‪Waipu Tavern - ‬7 min drive - ‪Two Birds Cafe & Restaurant - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Relaxed quiet home away from home! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Relaxed quiet home away from home!? > As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Relaxed quiet home away from home! on Nov 26, 2025 start from CA $150.38, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Ruakaka-Hotels-Relaxed-Quiet-Home-Away-From-Home.h37989990.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Relaxed quiet home away from home!? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Relaxed quiet home away from home!? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Relaxed quiet home away from home! located? > Situated near the beach, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Ruakaka Beach and within 9 mi (15 km) of Refining NZ Visitors Centre and Waipu Museum. Waipu Caves and Waipu Cove Beach are also within 12 mi (20 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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