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Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly!
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Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly! provides everything that you need.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
1 bedroom1 bathroom
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
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About this property
Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly!
- Unwind at this peaceful oasis set well off the road in a bush setting. A private and secluded one bedroom cottage with a 5 minute walk to the coast and small boat access. Great snorkeling, diving, swimming, water sports and bush walks at your doorstep.
Tuateawa is 19 km (30 min drive) from shops in the Coromandel town on a road that is partially sealed.
Wake to the sound of bird calls and go to sleep with the sound of Ruru (Moreporks).
Pets welcome, however property is not fenced and is surrounded by bush. A 4WD vehicle is required to drive to the property as the driveway is gravel and quite steep.
Property amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming cats and dogs only
- 2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
About the area
Tuateawa is home to this cabin. Honepoto Rock and Little Bay reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Driving Creek Railway and The Coromandel Smoking Co.. Visit our Tuateawa travel guide
View more Cabin rentals in TuateawaCoromandel
What's nearby
Driving Creek Railway39 min drive - 23.7 km
Waterworks56 min drive - 37.3 km- Little Bay13 min drive - 6.5 km
- Kennedy Bay Beach18 min drive - 9.0 km
- The Coromandel Smoking Co.43 min drive - 26.9 km
Getting around
- Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)98 min drive
Restaurants
- Timimoun27 min drive
- Green Snapper Cafe39 min drive
- Hereford 'n' a Pickle39 min drive
- Whangapoua Catering42 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
What time is check-in at Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Ruru Retreat - peaceful oasis set off the road, pet friendly! located?
Situated in Tuateawa, this cabin is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Honepoto Rock and within 6 miles (10 km) of Little Bay and Kennedy Bay Beach. Otautu Bay and Driving Creek Railway are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Edmund A.
26 Jan 2026
Edmund A.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025