After returning from an extended overseas adventure on our yacht, we were excited & motivated to build our Moko Hiwi Escape in Aotearoa-New Zealand, to share with other travellers & adventurers. Having left for 6 months in 2015 to tour around Europe, 2 years later, we sailed back into Marsden Cove Marina, having bought a yacht in the Caribbean!! How did THAT happen? Our blue-water experience prior to this had been a couple of seasons up to Fiji & discovered the sociable and friendly life style, meeting many like minded travellers on the way. So sailing back from St Maarten seemed a natural progression? The bonus of travelling like this, opened doors to land based travel, as well meeting everyone from fellow wind bludgers to land lubbers, all sharing their amazing lives & stories of magnificent places they’d been & the things they’d seen. We are both avid sports supporters with Rugby Union top of our list. Jevon has a playing and coaching history, while I still attempt to run around a soccer (football) pitch. Sailing hasn’t slowed up much, as we’ve recently purchased our Privilege 48’ Catamaran in Australia. A bit of a do-up , but hey, the house is finished now!

Featuring a hot tub, Moko Hiwi Escape Ruakaka is located in Ruakaka. The property has mountain, garden & sea views, and is 30 km from Northland Event Centre. The guest house also provides free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The guest house provides guests with a patio, sea views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathrobes. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also provided, as well as a kettle. At the guest house, every unit has bed linen and towels. The guest house features a barbecue, outdoor fireplace and sun terrace. Whangarei Art Museum is 30 km from the guest house, while Claphams Clock Museum is 31 km away. The nearest airport is Whangarei, 37 km from Moko Hiwi Escape Ruakaka, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service, by arrangement.

With beautiful Ruakākā beach only minutes away and Waipu Cove a wee bit further, you are spoilt for choice for activities. Surfing , diving, fishing & swimming of course. There are several golf course a short drive away, and if scenic walking is your thing , then you’ll be in heaven here. The Ruakākā shopping centre is a 2 minute drive away, as are a variety of bars/restaurants to tempt every palate. From bird watching to horse riding, it’s all here for you to take advantage of. Waipu Caves Farm Park, offers a great experience with glow worms and while in that area, Piroa Falls is well worth the trip. We are located just 25 mins from Whangārei too, and all she has to offer. From the Hundertwasser Art Centre to the riverside cafes and shopping.