Ruru Studio provides a garden and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 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.
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)
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
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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