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A kitchen with a sink, cabinets, and a window. There is a wooden door with a sign that reads "Ruru Studio". - Ruru Studio (Auckland)
A hotel room with a bed, two armchairs, a sofa, a wooden bookshelf, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - Ruru Studio (Auckland)
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Ruru Studio provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Ruru Studio

  • A delightfully quirky, cosy place to stay in the sunny Whangaparaoa peninsula, just 30 minutes from Auckland city. Situated high on a ridge looking northward out across Stanmore Bay, you will enjoy the peaceful, semi-rural setting, with a peek of the sea through the trees.

    Ruru Studio is a studio apartment with its own entrance, occupying the ground floor of a standalone house offering your own private space. Suitable for individuals or couples.

    Inside, the room is divided into a kitchenette and dining area, and a living and sleeping area. The private bathroom with toilet and shower is located just outside, a few steps from the entrance.

    Wi-fi internet is provided via a high speed fibre broadband connection. There's a Smart TV with access to Netflix included along with broadcast Freeview HD channels. You can stream your own music or videos through the TV and Bluetooth soundbar.

    A heatpump/air conditioner keeps the space toasty warm in winter and cool in summer.

    The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, dishwasher, microwave, benchtop multi-oven/air fryer, toaster, kettle, coffee machine, electric frying pan, and a rice cooker. A gas BBQ is available outside on the patio.

    Tea, coffee, milk, basic cooking supplies, plates, cutlery, etc are provided.

    Ruru Studio is fully self-contained. Guests have exclusive use of the ground floor of the building. On the upper floor there is a separate unit where other guests may be staying. (Check our other listing for "Kereru Cottage".) The garden and driveway/parking areas are shared between guests in the two units. Your hosts live in the neighbouring property next door.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Stanmore Bay, a neighborhood in Whangaparaoa, is home to this apartment. Gulf Harbour Country Club and Whangaparaoa Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Westfield Albany Shopping Centre and Auckland Night Market. Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre and Estuary Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking. Visit our Whangaparaoa travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A beach with waves, people, and a distant town.
    Orewa Beach
    14 min drive - 9.4 km
  • A city skyline with a prominent tower, various buildings, and a waterfront.
    Sky Tower
    49 min drive - 49.7 km
  • A cityscape with a prominent tower, traffic lights, and buildings.
    SkyCity Casino
    49 min drive - 49.7 km
  • An aerial view of a city with a large green park, a winding road, and distant mountains.
    Eden Park
    51 min drive - 52.6 km
  • Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre
    7 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Auckland Britomart Station
    34 min drive
  • Auckland Intl. Airport (AKL)
    54 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Archer
    3 min drive
  • Millies
    12 min drive
  • Manly Takeaways
    5 min drive
  • Joe’s Garage
    12 min drive
  • Rib n Roast
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruru Studio pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Ruru Studio?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruru Studio?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ruru Studio located?

Located in Stanmore Bay, this apartment building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Arkles Bay Beach, Stanmore Bay Pool and Leisure Centre, and Little Manly Beach. Big Manly Beach and Matakatia Bay are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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