81 Heatherlea Drive, 0171 Ruakaka, New Zealand
#1 of 14 hotels in Ruakaka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 227 hotel reviews
9.6Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.7
Staff
9.5
Value for money
9.8
Free Wifi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: November 3, 2023
James
CanadaWe couldn’t enjoy the view very much because of the storm but that was Mother Nature’s fault
We arrived just when the storm was hitting And this was like staying in an oasis Loki and Coco would come by to visit every so often and we had to open the door a crack to pat them The room was super clean and well set up
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 22, 2023
Chris
New ZealandEverything was amazing. The location, the accommodation and amenities. Hosts were incredible! Definitely will be wanting to stay again when I travel up northland
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 18, 2023
Nik
New ZealandI should have stayed longer
Breakfast facilities were supplied & delicious.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 16, 2023
A-gypsy
New ZealandVery nice and comfortable, the owners are friendly and helpful. Fantastic views. Very quiet location. The dogs are amazing! Would happily visit again.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 6, 2023
Susan
New ZealandHaving to leave! We would have loved to stay longer!!!
This was the most amazing place!!! Stunning views and accommodation! Easy to find and well situated for easy access to Whangarei and motorways.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 22, 2023
Kelvin
New ZealandAll good.
High quality is itself relaxing and unwinding for guests. Here it extends from the views, to the building and facilities, and includes the service and welcome from the owners. Thanks! We enjoyed it!
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 3, 2023
Jeff
New ZealandComfy, exceptional view, dedicated work space, and nice friendly hosts.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 31, 2023
Raymond
United StatesI liked everything.
Everything except location. It was a little far from places I wanted to go to but needed a place to spend the night. The host was great. Everything else was great.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 18, 2023
Catherine
AustraliaNothing
Wonderful view, beautifully equipped unit, friendly dogs
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: August 3, 2023
Tamara
New Zealandnothing!
The location, ease of space and meeting the hosts. The view was incredible, bed super comfy and nice spacious bathroom. The little kitchenette was great for our needs.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 30, 2023
Lee
New ZealandNothing
Beautiful site. Very well thought out apartment. Exquisitely clean and very very comfortable. Lovely atmosphere and great facilities.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 2, 2023
Diane
New ZealandA comfy armchair would be good.
Lovely and clean. Comfortable bed with lovely linen. Great views and nice quiet location.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 11, 2023
Diane
New ZealandWifi was a little intermittent but totally understandable in rural NZ.
Location was excellent and an incredible view.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: May 10, 2023
Milton
New Zealandlovely outlook and everything you need in the unit
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 8, 2023
Vicki
CanadaNothing it was perfect.
The room was quite large and very clean. The kitchenette was well supplied and had a counter with stools so you could enjoy a spectacular view of hills, ocean, and fields while you ate. The bathroom was modern, clean, and had an impressive supply of amenities. There are 2 dogs on the property who are so sweet, affectionate and well-behaved. The property is beautiful, as are the incredible views.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: May 3, 2023
Jill
New ZealandEverything was perfect totally recommend
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 26, 2023
Mike
New ZealandNice beautiful view with a comfy king bed and a quite location
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 19, 2023
Adam
New ZealandNothing
Beautiful property with views to match in a lovely, quiet area. The unit is sort of separated from the main house which allows for better privacy which we really liked. A lovely little unit with everything you need. Two big lovely dogs are there to greet you as you enter. Will definitely stay again when up those ways! The pricing compared to other stays is also really good.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 17, 2023
Jessica
AustraliaWould have loved a little milk to go with our tea or coffee. Otherwise perfect.
Appreciated the two little yoghurts in the fridge thank you. Beautiful position, very modern with stunning views and two sweet well behaved friendly dogs to greet us upon arrival.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 11, 2023
Mbdewar
New ZealandA few flies, .motorway noise
Comfortable bed, clean, modern, roomy
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: April 5, 2023
Alveen
AustraliaThere was absolutely nothing to dislike about this property.
An exceptional property in a quiet location with beautiful views. Very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Loved being greeted by the dogs.
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: March 24, 2023
Teunis
United StatesAll good for me - if I had a long term stay I would like a very comfortable chair to sit inside & outside.
Very clean & comfortable with great views. Veronique, Coco and Loki are very friendly. I would stay here again when I have to be in WHANGAREI; is only a 15 minute drive into WHANGAREI but I rather stay in peaceful country setting than in a run of the mill hotel.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 15, 2023
Chiara
United KingdomNothing - I wish I could have stayed longer!
Friendly host, amazing views, flexible check-in, peaceful area, stylish and spacious accommodation.
Stayed in February 2023
Reviewed: March 14, 2023
Patti
United StatesThat we couldn’t stay longer…seriously.
Umm…everything! Breathtaking beauty and wonderfully appointed. Peaceful stay.
Stayed in March 2023
Reviewed: March 10, 2023
Joanne
United KingdomNothing
Excellent accommodation with beautiful views. A friendly welcome.
Stayed in March 2023
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