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!

A stylish contemporary home is a mini motel option nestled upon 3 acres of land, in sub-tropical Ruakākā. Its enviable location has expansive picturesque views over Bream Bay & beyond which offer peace and tranquility. With Tūī, Piwakawaka, Kererū, Kingfisher (Kōtare), to name but a few, to keep you company, there’s nothing left to do but put your feet up, relax & enjoy! Located 2 mins from Ruakākā shopping centre, takeaways, cafés & restaurants, & 5 mins to beaches. Everything you need for your “home away from home” and perfect for business accommodation too. The light & bright open plan communal living area boasts a well appointed executive kitchen, spacious lounge with ceiling fan and 10 seater dining table with heat pump. Massive stacker doors allow for airflow when not sun-soaking on the extensive front & rear decking, with plenty of outdoor furniture for you to choose from. A spa pool & fire pit to the spacious outdoor lawn living area is complimented by our large sheltered but sun-drenched rear courtyard. Here you will find our character table, outdoor fire pizza oven There are 2 SK Suites & 1 Exec SK suite available, and are self-contained if that’s your preference.

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.