Self Contained Accommodation Kakahi
Rua Awa offers picturesque self contained accommodation that sleeps two in a queen bed with mountain views.
In the main living area there is a TV, DVD player, complimentary wifi, washing machine, bar fridge, electric oven and gas cooktop. We supply a selection of lovely teas, coffee, milk and homemade and grown breakfast provisions.
The toilet and outdoor bathroom are separate, yet attached featuring a deep cast iron bath and wonderful outdoor shower with views through the forest to the hills beyond. There is an expansive outdoor area with seating and fire pit, as well as a large front deck with table and chairs.
Transport
We are happy to offer private transportation to The Timber Trail, Tongariro Crossing, 42 Traverse etc, please email us for transport pricing to your preferred local experience or destination.
Dinner for Two
We can also offer a delicious, nutritious homemade dinner for two, ready for you on arrival, or on your return after a day in the great outdoors, or perhaps you just feel like relaxing and letting someone else do the cooking, email us to discuss this option. Click here to view our MENU
Would you like a bottle of local wine and a grazing platter on arrival? We are happy to provide this for you, it's a great way to settle in and relax, email us for details.
Yoga & Stretch
Private Yoga and Stretch sessions are available, I am an experienced and qualified Yoga and Corrective Exercise teacher and will happily teach a session tailored to your needs. Yoga, the perfect way to start or end your day. Immerse yourself in the peace and quiet and enjoy some time out. Check out the Yoga and Workshops page.
Our Policies
Check-in Time: 2.00pm | Check-out Time: 11.00am
Rua Awa is Pet Free and Smoke Free.
We have strong environmental values, we compost, we use and supply earth friendly biodegradable cleaning and bathroom products, we recycle, we reuse and re purpose, we grow food, we plant trees, we cut our own firewood, our water source is pure and untreated, we are caretakers of this beautiful land, leaving it better than we found it for future generations.
We also have beehives on the property.
Rua Awa Lodge
Standard Cancellation Policy
As an individual property, cancellations affect us greatly, therefore a refund in respect of a cancelled or aborted booking is available only as set out below:
- If written notice of a cancellation is received at least 15 days prior to check-in, you will be entitled to a refund of 100% less any booking fees.
- If written notice of a cancellation is received at least seven days prior to check-in, you will be entilited to a refund of 50% less any booking fees.
- If notice of a cancellation is received less than seven days prior to check-in, 100% of the cost of the booking will be forfeited.
Covid-19 Cancellation Policy
As a result of mandatory restrictions imposed by the Government inline with Covid-19 Public Health Order, which prevent travel to Rua Awa Lodge, or that prevent us from hosting guests then it is agreed that you shall be entitled to a refund to the value of your booking (excluding booking fees) paid.
Change of Date Policy
In addition, should you wish to change or vary a booking (I.e. date or length of stay), such change is subject to availability and pricing applicable at the time. Please note that a change of date fee may apply when varying a booking within 15 days of arrival.