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Stunning secluded beach-front studio home

Beachfront vacation home for sun and fun

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Stunning secluded beach-front studio home provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. This vacation home is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Aotea, Kawhia

What's nearby

  • Maketu Marae - 19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery - 19 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Kawhia Beach - 30 min drive - 10.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Kawhia Fish Shop - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Rusty Snapper Cafe - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Fish & Chips - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪OpArau Ro - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Annie's Cafe - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Stunning secluded beach-front studio home located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kawhia vacation 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 mi (40 km).

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Stunning secluded beach-front studio home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 537 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 537 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 537 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 537 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 537 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raewyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful location. Perfect for a de -stress couple of days. Blissful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon L.

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

R&R

Wonderful break in a lovely place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic spot , the attention to detail was excellent . Thoroughly enjoyed my stay in this beautiful part of NZ . Thank you so much Annette
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 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

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

Brenda P.

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

Absolutely Awesome

Well above expectations, this was the perfect getaway for my husband and I. Arrived there exhausted and left there 3 days later feeling relaxed and ready to go back to reality. We would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

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

Carol M.

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

Wonderful Ruru Whare

Had a lovely 2 nights at Ruru Whare. The views were stunning and it was so nice not to have any neighbours. The Bach was clean, warm and vey well equipped. Looking forward to booking again soon
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean C.

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

Exceptional place

Absolutely wonderous, peaceful and secluded
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

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

Picturesque Aotea

A fabulous place to stay for Matariki weekend and very relaxing. Annette is a wonderful host and we would certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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

Jenny B.

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

Fabulous location and accommodation

The bach was bigger than it appeared on the website. Everything we needed was there. Super location next to beach. So quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harris D.

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

A perfect spot!

Such a fantastic spot. Can't recommend enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great

Lovely place
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
If you want a peaceful and relaxing time in stunning surroundings and a modern, beautifully equip place than this is for you!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick H.

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

Aotea…. Waterfront

Perfect spot to get away for a weekend or longer. All the facilities you could want, perfect in any weather. We will be back !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nickie J.

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

Great time

Best part of our vacation to New Zealand!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica B.

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

Getaway Paradise

For us Ruru Whare is all about chilling out in a special place.Location by Aotea harbour is great for walks, swimming and relaxing on the studio deck watching the ever changing view. Ruru Whare is first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

dave a.

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

Little piece of paradise

We enjoyed the Fabulous quiet location, such good value for the quality and location. We loved everything about out 3 night stay & will certainly be back. Thanks Annette for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leonie S.

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

The perfect quiet retreat.

The property is luxurious and modern, very well appointed. We loved our stay here. Nice, quiet with wonderful views and a short walk to the beach. Communication with Annetta was great. Highly recommend for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

ines F.

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

Blissful serenity

Great location, lovely little whare, super comfy and drenched in sun. Everything you need +++
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

Tranquility

An excellent self-catering property that most people would thoroughly enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie W.

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

Little bit of paradise

Great little home. Feels like you have your own little bay. Lovely inlet sea views on the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

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

Paradise

Excellent property with superb views. Very peaceful and relaxing. Highly recommend this property to anyone. Thanks Annette
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024