Ruru Lodge at Kotare House

865 Takatu Road, Matakana, Auckland
4
Max Guests
1
Bedroom
1
Bathroom

About this Holiday House

Nestled in 10 acres (8 of which is native bush for the more adventurous visitors to explore), Kotare House offers spectacular views of Christian Bay and Kawau Island. The living spaces in the Ruru Lodge are spacious, light and airy, comfortably smart and modern. The private entrance leads to well-appointed, self-contained rooms including a fully equipped kitchen diner, lounge, bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. Enjoy a drink sitting on the lawn overlooking protected bush with many native bird species or over the sea to Kawau Island. It is important that you are aware that we are not a party destination and ask for quiet after 11pm. If this is not suitable for you, please cancel the booking and if you do not respect this we will ask you to leave. Heating and cooling is by heat pump, topped up if needed with electric heaters or a fan in each room. Outside has large lawns, games, barbeque area, seating, fabulous views and protected bush. Because of our close proximity to Tawharanui Park we are graced by many native bird species which are rare in other places. Flexible sleeping arrangements mean that bedroom has both a queen double and one or two singles. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, hand basin and toilet. All toiletries and linen are provided. There is a dress rail and sets of drawers in the bedroom. There are spare linen and towels, beach towels and extras to make your stay convenient, and if you have forgotten essentials such as toothpaste, we have an honesty box system with these ready for you. Cots (and linen etc) are also available on request. We are ideally located for local event venues such as Tawharanui Lodge. The Lodge is adjoined to the living accomodation of the host and to one other Lodge. The space is tranquil and to maintain this we do not accept bookings for parties. Our local beaches are the superb Anchor Bay, Omaha, Goat Island and Pakiri. Art venues abound such as the Sculptureum, Morris and James, Art Matakana, Artform, Brick Bay Sculpture Trail, Heart and Soul to name but a few. Eating or drinking locally you are spoilt for choice including restaurants, cafes, craft breweries (The Sawmill Brewery is one of our favourites), pubs, food trucks and markets. Whilst here, if you can drag yourself away from the views from the garden or the beach, you will be in easy reach of many watersports, cycling, horse riding, golf, walking, vineyards, the cinema and more. Alysn and Brian love living in this beautiful area and being able to share it with visitors. Alysn is an artist working from her studio at Kotare house and offering creative experiences. See our other accomodation options: Kakariki Rooms: (1 bedroom) www.holidayhouses.co.nz/listing/74374 Kaka Lodge: (4 bedrooms, up to 8 guests) www.holidayhouses.co.nz/listing/73307 Kaka Lodge: (2 bedrooms, up to 4 guests) www.holidayhouses.co.nz/listing/73308

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: Pet friendly
Pet friendly
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: No disabled access
No disabled access
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Heat pump
Heat pump
Amenity: Oil heaters
Oil heaters
Kitchen
Amenity: Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible Bathroom
Amenity: Ensuite Bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Dryer
Dryer
Amenity: Drying room
Drying room
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: Sky TV
Sky TV
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Broadband
Broadband
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Bedroom
Amenity: Cot Available
Cot Available
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Amenity: Outdoor Shower
Outdoor Shower

Bed layout

1 Queen(s), 2 Single(s), 2 Cot(s)

Special Amenities

Wonderful views over Christian Bay and Kawau Island. Easy, unlimited access to the beach. Views over beautiful expanse of native bush and lawns to sit out and view. Bbq area.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

The nearest eating is the Stables Bar and Restaurant (http://stablesmatakana.co.nz/ ) or the café at the Country Park. Next door to that is the Sculptureum with its Rothko restaurant (https://www.sculptureum.nz/). Other venues include the Rusty Pelican ($10.00 burger night on Monday, 2 for 1 pizza on Tuesday and Thursday), (http://www.rustypelican.co.nz/), The Vintry ( http://www.vintry.co.nz/), The Matakana Inn (http://www.thematakana.co.nz/), Matakana Market Kitchen (http://www.matakanamarketkitchen.co.nz/), Jin Jin (Facebook @jinjinmatakana), the Vietnamese truck, fish and chip shop and more. The Sawmill Brewery (http://www.sawmillbrewery.co.nz/) makes a range of craft beers which we sample regularly. They do serve other drinks and food too! Brick Bay Vineyard and Sculpture Trial makes for a relaxing half day whether you eat or simply wander the trail (http://www.brickbay.co.nz/). For more special occasions the Plume Vineyard Restaurant(https://plumerestaurant.co.nz/\) or the Ascension Wine Estate (http://ascensionwine.co.nz/) Many of the local bars including the Sawmill Café at Leigh (don’t confuse with the Sawmill Brewery) have regular live music. The Matakana cinema is a fabulous boutique, 3 screen cinema and is well worth a visit too. Other activities Look out for art exhibitions, carnivals, festival, gigs, the renowned Saturday Farmers Market (get there early is our recommendation), Morris and James Pottery and café, over 40 local vineyards, beaches, walking, surfing, SUPing, kayaking, fishing, horse riding, cycling, golf etc. (Pretty much all the outdoors you could imagine) are available. We have collected loads of leaflets collected for you to peruse.

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
1 total review

Kath Fraser
Alysn and Brian are lovely hosts and their property is outstanding. Super clean, fabulous location with views of the ocean in a stunning bush setting. We absolutely loved our short stay and will definitely be back.

Availability

Rates

Date rangeRatesExtra guestsMinimum stay
All year$350 / Night for 2 guests$841 Night
All year
$350 / Night for 2 guests
Extra guests: $84Min. stay: 1 Night

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