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Stunning secluded beach-front studio home

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Ruru Whare Studio House
Sunset at Ruru Whare
Ruru Whare Vista
Modern Kitchen
Your Private Deck

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

Explore the area

Map
Aotea, Kawhia
  • Kawhia Beach
    ‪27 min drive‬
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves
    ‪68 min drive‬
  • Whale Bay
    ‪93 min drive‬
  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Studio House

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Stunning secluded beach-front studio home

Studio house with great modern kitchen, lounge, bathroom and bedroom area.Your private deck is a lovely place to enjoy a wine and the amazing views.
Your privacy is assured as there are no neighbours around my property. So you wake up only to the sound of birds and the gentle of lap of the water.
You are only a few minutes walk from the sandy beach, with great swimming and a boat ramp right in front of the house.
A pristine harbour offers good fishing spots, plus ideal for sailing, kite surfing, paddle boarding or kayaking.Price includes 2 good sea kayaks.
With summer on it's way it is the ideal place for a relaxed get away, so you can curl up with a good book and a glass of wine to watch the sun go down.

We have lovely walking tracks in the area or it is a 15 minute drive to the Kawhia Golf Course.
There is a local horse trek available (in summer) or if you have your own horses we are happy for you to use our post and rail paddock facilities.
There are also Cafe's and some good local craft shops in nearby Kawhia.

This is also an area of historic cultural significance, with an old Pa site as our back drop. You can sit in the shade of our 1000+ year Pohutukawa tree and enjoy the ambience.

Although we are on the coast, Aotea is still central to a number of key tourist attractions in the region.
Less than 20 minutes you can be sitting in the Te Puia Hot Springs on the beach at Kawhia, watching the sun go down.
45 minutes south to the Otorohanga Kiwi and Native Bird House
45 minutes north to the Raglan Bridal Veil Falls
60 minutes scenic drive to Marokopa Falls and Mangapohue Natural Stone Bridge
1 hour drive to the world famous Waitomo Glow Worm Caves or go Caving or Black Water Rafting


If it is a romantic weekend away or just a break from the city you require,then this property has it all.
Ideal to prepare a legal brief, review a book or just unwind and relax.
Internet access and cell phone coverage is available.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside
Dogs considered upon request
Kayaks available

Extras: Linen (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;

Property manager

Annette Gane
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kawhia

Located in Kawhia, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Kawhia Beach and Manu Bay Nature Reserve, while Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery and Raglan & District Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.
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Aotea, Kawhia

What's nearby

  • Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery - 17 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Kawhia Beach - 27 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Waitomo Glowworm Caves - 68 min drive - 76.1 km
  • Ruapuke Beach - 71 min drive - 38.5 km
  • Whale Bay - 93 min drive - 62.5 km

Getting around

  • Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Rusty Snapper - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Kawhia Fish Shop - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Annie's Cafe & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Annie's Cafe & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stunning secluded beach-front studio home pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stunning secluded beach-front studio home?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stunning secluded beach-front studio home?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning secluded beach-front studio home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kawhia holiday home is within 12 mi (20 km) of Maketu Marae, Kawhia Beach and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery. Ruapuke Beach and Bridal Veil Falls are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 511 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 511 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic

Had a fabulous short stay at Ruru Whare. I wish I could have stayed longer. It was so peaceful sitting on the sunny deck relaxing and watching the tide go in and out, and Mt Karioi in the distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roslyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Restorative visit

This was perfect for . We did not touch the car. Just revelled in the tranquil scenery and environment. Wished we had longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

frances

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved view, comfortable couches, thoughtfulness of kitchen and towels etc, host was warm and great communication. Retracted from society, but also lovely to see the locals actively using the beach for fishing and boating. Beautiful clean linen, etc only let down in that regard was the mattress for my taste.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Only one word can describe this place..... Amazing. Beautiful waterfront property. Thank you so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fabulous Place to Relax

This is our second stay here and this visit was as enjoyable as the first - the property is perfectly designed for a couple and is located in a quite spectacular beach front location. Annette is a wonderful hostess who cannot do enough for you and is very relaxed and friendly. This is our favourite break location in New Zealand and we will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful secluded location. Lovely accommodation & great communication from Annette. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy G., Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruru Whare

A very beautiful part of New Zealand off the tourist trail. A stunning place to stop and take in the peaceful tranquillity. Views from the house are breathtaking sunset and sunrise lovely beach at your doorstep. House fully equipped with everything you need to cook up a storm. Annette was a wonderful Host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect hideaway amongst green hills, water and nature

Annette was very prompt with a response for a booking we only made the day of our arrival. Rain had set in and we were in a motorhome (not the perfect senario for 4 days). The house was amazing, so comfortable and beautiful views. We brought our French bulldog too and he was so happy to run around on the grassed area. Definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leona G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place

Really lovely place with amazing views out to the bay. So relaxing and peaceful - we loved our stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Enjoyed our stay. Peaceful, tranquil and feeling recharged.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Firstly, the hosts were incredibly accommodating when COVID meant we couldn’t attend our booking at the last minute. They very graciously allowed us to rebook months later. The accommodation was a perfect escape. The view was amazing. I would absolutely come back if we get the chance!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
This studio is first class in every way. Clean,spacious, well equiped and comfortable. Ideal for a couple who want a quiet weekend away. The beach is just a very short walk away and you can kayak for miles.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The view and fire was amazing and the property is beautifully decorated
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent property and very peaceful location for a relaxation. Special thanks to Mel and Jeff, very friendly and helpful to us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little piece of paradise

This is a beautiful peaceful place with lovely hosts and a very well appointed house - our only regret is not staying longer - we will next time. If we were to offer any suggestions at all it would be to perhaps to advise guests that they ensure they stock up with all necessary provisions as it is a bit of a trek to stock up. Geoff and Mel, in Annette’s absence were wonderful and friendly hosts . We will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter R., Drummoyne, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful weekend getaway

We were looking for a quiet weekend getaway and this property appealed from the website images and description. However, our expectations were surpassed with everything just fabulous - the house is nicely furnished and compact with everything we needed for a carefree weekend. Loved the quiet, friendly village and the environment is pristine. Will come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Te Arani W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Healing Place!

Love staying at the Ruru Whare! been here a few times now & is soo worth the drive! Makes you appreciate Aotearoa for its finer things. Most beautiful view & very romantic. Looking for a quiet or romantic time away.. I promise you wont regret it!

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

Beautiful property in a beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place to relax

Lovely quiet place to relax and unwind, beautiful views. Annette was a wonderful helpful host.Lots of walks to explore.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and tranquil

We loved this home and location. Although my intention was to stay closer to Raglan, we ended up being very happy with where we were. We paddleboard and paddled across the bay/bar. It was heaven. Plus i love a morning fire with coffee.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stylish Harbour Front Retreat

Our longer return visit was everything we’d hoped for. Lovely location & great for recharging the soul.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A remote secluded spot

Not easy to find (directions would help) - but worth getting lost as this is an idyllic spot, quiet, clean and very relaxing!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Aotea

Very nice location and property. No issues at all. Probably will stay in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Privacy and Stars

This is an immaculate setting, everything a couple could want, if you want to be away from everything for a few days. We absolutely loved the serenity, views and little town down the road with a nice beach walk. Star viewing is best I've seen. Simply superb! Note that because the house is on a hill overlooking the bay, the kayaks can be a chore to get down to the launch unless you have a vehicle that can hoist them. Not a big deal and we would go back in a heartbeat if it wasn't so far from Charleston, SC
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

About the host

Hosted by Annette Gane

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What makes this property unique

Unique pristine coastal region great for relaxing and only hour from Hamilton or the Waitomo Caves

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests