Spacious Paihia Dark Sky Retreat with Spa Pool and Fireplace | House in Haruru

9.4 (6 Reviews) |   5 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Haruru House | Spacious Paihia Dark Sky Retreat with Spa Pool and Fireplace

5 Bedroom House in Haruru

Escape to a spacious, serene retreat, perfect for families and groups. Nestled among landscaped gardens, this home boasts elevated views in an ideal setting for alfresco dining, social gatherings or relaxing in nature.
Fire up the BBQ on the large deck, soak in the spa pool under the stars & embrace the tranquility of your surroundings after exploring the stunning Bay of Islands. Just a 4-min drive to Paihia, experience the perfect blend of comfort, relaxation, and coastal adventure!
THE SPACE:
The property is a sunny, spacious house set on expansive grounds just four minutes’ drive from Paihia. It’s the perfect spot for a peaceful and relaxing holiday, with plenty of space for families or larger groups (1 x King bed, 4 x Queen beds, 1 x portacot). Surrounded by native trees and set back from the street, the house provides peace, quiet and privacy while still being super convenient to Paihia, Waitangi and Haruru Falls.
🏞️ Best of both worlds: Proximity to Paihia + privacy and space in tranquil surroundings.
♨️ Heated spa pool in serene garden setting
🌌 Dark Sky Sanctuary: Amazing star viewing on a clear night!
🐬 Small outdoor (unheated) pool, perfect for the kids.
🎲 Outdoor games provided – Connect-4, Jenga and more.
☀️ Spacious, sunny deck area with plenty of seating and charcoal BBQ.
🍽️ Large, renovated kitchen with 90cm oven, gas cooktop and plenty of appliances (Nespresso machine, blender, microwave…).
🌄 Peaceful, private garden setting in quiet neighbourhood.
🛁 Two spacious modern bathrooms with high-pressure showers and bathtub plus a separate 3rd toilet.
👚 Laundry room with large washer and super-efficient heatpump dryer.
🛋️ Comfortable, contemporary living area with 55” Smart TV and Netflix provided
🔥 Wood fire to keep the place cosy in winter
GUEST ACCESS:
Check-in is fast and easy using our smart lock. You will have the entire property to yourself – there are no hosts on-site and no spaces shared with anyone other than the people in your group.
Guest access is the whole property, including private 5-bedroom home and spacious 2,306 sqm section.
There is free off-street parking available with space for two vehicles to park on the sealed driveway area outside the house. If you will be bringing more than 2 cars, please contact us for parking advice. Please do not park on the woodchip area as there is delicate pipework underground here that would be damaged by the weight of a vehicle.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
POOL/SPA/BBQ:
Guests are welcome to use the spa, pool and BBQ but please be considerate. There are guidelines for spa and pool use at the house - please follow these to help keep them clean and please clean the BBQ after use (coals can be put in the rubbish once cooled and the BBQ can be wiped down or the grills washed in the sink; please don’t use the garden hose). If the spa, pool or BBQ are left dirty, an extra cleaning fee (minimum $50 for BBQ or pool, $200 for spa) will apply.
The pool is not heated so is unavailable during the winter months (1st June - 1st November) as it's just too cold. The spa is available all year round and there are beautiful beaches nearby for those brave enough to tackle a midwinter plunge!
SECURITY:
We have a motion-activated security camera on each of the entrances, one in the garden and one on the parking area for our guests' peace of mind. Cameras are not monitored but recordings can be retrieved if needed. There are no cameras inside the house.
ANIMALS:
Unfortunately, due to host allergies we are unable to accommodate any pets (including assistance animals). Due to welfare concerns we also cannot permit animals to be left in vehicle, so if you do need to bring furry friends with you, please look for a pet-friendly property instead.
* If this rule is broken and any pets are brought to the property a minimum $200 fee will be charged*
SEPTIC:
The house is on a private septic system so it is important that nothing is flushed other than toilet paper as anything else (eg. sanitary products, wipes, etc) will cause blockages, which may require emergency plumbers to be called!

This 5 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Entertainment, Kitchen, Laundry, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 5 Bedrooms and 2 Bathrooms to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Haruru. Enjoy your stay in Haruru at this House.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Private Pool
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bidet
  • 2+ bathrooms
  • Shampoo
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 5 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Paper towels
  • Electric kettle
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV
General
  • Recycling
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Energy-saving switches
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • English
Guest Services
  • Travel crib
  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Barbecue grill
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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 this property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

Reviews

Jackie M.
Sep 2, 2025 05:31:41 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: We thoroughly enjoyed our stay but the driveway was a little tricky with a van load but we still managed ok. Was lovely to have a good supply of firewood as the weather was not great for our stay. The house was perfect for our family and friends plenty of space.
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