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175° East - Ruru House

Family-friendly holiday home in Great Barrier Island

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Outdoor dining
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board
Fridge, oven, cookware/dishes/utensils
TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 70 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Great Barrier Island, Medlands
  • Place, Blind Bay
  • Place, Medlands Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Kaitoki Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Great Barrier Island (GBZ)
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About the area

Great Barrier Island

A family-friendly stay in Great Barrier Island awaits you at this holiday home. You'll be 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from Medlands Beach and 10.2 km (6.3 mi) from Blind Bay. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. A kitchen, a TV and a fridge are also available. .Sights within a 30-minute drive of this Great Barrier Island holiday home include Kaitoki Beach and Awana Bay.

What's nearby

  • Medlands Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Kaitoki Beach - 17 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Awana Bay - 19 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Glenfern Sanctuary - 45 min drive - 33.6 km

Getting around

  • Great Barrier Island (GBZ) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪My Fat Puku - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Currach Irish Pub - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pa Beach Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Great Barrier Lodge - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Barrier Social Club - ‬7 min drive

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

This house is one of three for rent on the same property (Pitokuku, Ruru and Tree House). All houses are uniquely private and within a short walking distance through native bush, ideal for large families and groups.

Ruru House is a contemporary open plan design comprising kitchen, dining, lounge area, three bedrooms, set into the north facing ridge full of manuka and kanuka, directly behind Medlands Beach this is ultimate luxury accommodation.
The house has lovely timber floors with bedrooms at each end. The living and dining area is connected to front and back deck making the most of the eastly sea view and views west into the mountains. The rural setting with sea views makes this location truly a slice of paradise.
One of the bedrooms has large ensuite, with the other two bedrooms next to a large wet room bathroom.
The house has walk around decks to the front and a secluded deck and lawn for intimate bbq's to the rear. All Parts of the house are open to you.
A fireplace sets the perfect environment to relax in the colder months, with comfortable chairs and couch to lounge in along with a large outdoor shower which greets you from the beach after a session in water.

Washing machine, dryer and Wifi, a smart TV and Sono's sound system are all available for guest use.

The name Ruru is inspired by the Ruru (Morepork) that frequent the property and often can be seen catching the Green Puriri moth off the front deck!

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Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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 square foot

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

Pets

  • No pets 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
On-site 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 that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
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.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 175° East - Ruru House?

The closest beach to 175° East - Ruru House is Medlands Beach (1 km).

Does 175° East - Ruru House have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 175° East - Ruru House?

No, 175° East - Ruru House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 175° East - Ruru House?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at 175° East - Ruru House?

No, pets are not allowed.