House in Waikato
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
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About this house rental
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.
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.
Amenities
Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Map of Waikato
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Feb 2026
Perfect hideaway cottage, spacious and well equipped. Superb location for local attractions particularly Hamilton Gardens, and the Sculpture Park is itself an interesting and stimulating location with the added attraction of quiet evening walks. Highly Recommended.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
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!
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"Perfect hideaway cottage, spacious and well equipped. Superb location for local attractions particularly Hamilton Gardens, and the Sculpture Park is itself an interesting and stimulating location wit..."
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