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Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park

Holiday home in Hamilton with kitchen and patio

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Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park

The Retreat is a perfect hideaway where you can take a moment to relax in this peaceful, natural environment or sit and enjoy the view of the Quarry pond from the front porch. Feel free to wander the 2km pathway throughout the park and enjoy the birdlife with over 30 different species making this home. This includes the New Zealand Ruru (native owl) which is the namesake of the property. The park has over 100 New Zealand sculptures all placed throughout the walk. Each year additional sculptures are on exhibition within the park. The Retreat provides you with a unique get away experience.

Providing a garden, Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park offers accommodations in Tauwhare. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking, and free Wifi. Outdoor seating is also available at the vacation home.

The air-conditioned vacation home also provides a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. The accommodation has a fireplace.

There is an on-site coffee shop available in the weekends.

The vacation home has a picnic area where you can spend the day outdoors.

Hamilton Gardens is 11 miles from Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park, while Mystery Creek Events Centre is 12 miles away. Hamilton Airport is 11 miles from the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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 not 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

About the area

Map
Tauwhare, Waikato

What's nearby

  • University of Waikato - 14 min drive - 19.6 km
  • Waikato River - 15 min drive - 17.5 km
  • Hamilton Gardens - 16 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Cambridge Raceway - 16 min drive - 18.3 km
  • Waikato Hospital - 19 min drive - 22.4 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Woodside Estate - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪커피하우스 (모란) - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Nudges Taphouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Factory Bus Stop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hautapu Country Store - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park located?

Located in Tauwhare, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Ross Bros Museum, Cambridge Raceway and Cambridge Farmers' Market. Cambridge i-SITE Visitor Information Centre and Te Koutu Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Reviews

Ruru Retreat at the Sculpture Park Reviews

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Exceptional

10

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10

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rutger H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent experience from initial booking through to being greeted by the fabulous hosts. We were thrilled to discover a barista on site for our morning espresso hit and spoilt by delicious pies and ice cream on offer. But the star attraction was the park! It’s a stunning collection of natural beauty and art in unexpected places. A one-of-a-kind accommodation, tranquil and regenerative, and the highlight of our trip to New Zealand!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025