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Stunning secluded beach-front studio home

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Kawhia vacation home

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Aotea, Kawhia
  • Place, Waitomo Glowworm Caves
  • Place, Maketu Marae
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Place, Kawhia Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Hamilton (HLZ-Hamilton Intl.)
    ‪89 min drive‬

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About the area

Kawhia

On the beach.Within 9 miles (15 km) of this vacation home, you'll find Maketu Marae and Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery. Kawhia Beach is within 12 miles (20 km) and Mt Pirongia is within 20 miles (32 km).

What's nearby

  • Maketu Marae - 19 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kawhia Regional Museum & Gallery - 19 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Kawhia Beach - 30 min drive - 17.0 km

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

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;

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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

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 are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Stunning secluded beach-front studio home Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 488 out of 536 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 47 out of 536 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 536 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 536 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 536 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erinah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love Ruru Whare this is our second time back and won’t be our last. It’s one of those places that you can never get enough of. Even better we get to bring our fur baby’s with us. Thank you Annette for sharing your beautiful place with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a beautiful spot, we had the most relaxing few days. The house itself was lovely, a 1 minute walk down to the beach. Exactly what we were looking for. The host, Annette was an absolutely pleasure to communicate with. Will absolutely be back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious studio wth comfortable bed and sofas. Well equipped kitchen for cooking. Plenty of hot water for showers. We loved having the fire as it was a bit chilly and we had periods of rain during our stay. Beautiful spot and relaxing. Annette was an excellent host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxed quiet spot. Enjoyed our stay and fishing off the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our second time here this is a delightful place in a beautiful location. Even though the weather was awful we were able to storm watch out onto the harbour while the fire kept us cozy. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is so lovely. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pip G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A very special spot. We love it here.The place is warm and cozy and very homely, we love being able to just pop down with the dog, either along the sandspit down and to the right of the property or further down onto Aotea beach itself... and the serenity of sitting on the deck, reading a book with a cuppa or glass of wine. 3 The views are amazing. The light across the bay to the urupa and on the maunga (mountain) and the wairua 9spirit) of the place is very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denise L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great stay with my dog. Beautiful location, great views, lovely clean home with everything you need including the very cozy fireplace. Fabulous walks along the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was brilliant from start to finish! Loved the location, the privacy, the modern and very clean cottage! I’ll be back again soon and next time bring my daughter so we can go for a kayak together. A
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

karen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful spot

Gorgeous location, great views, private. A very relaxing two days spent exploring the area. Studio well set up but some instructions on how to work the smart tv would have been useful for two oldies. Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gem of a property, highly recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

R&R

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

10/10 Excellent

Nick H., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this place, have been there before and will be back… perfect place to relax and unwind
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning location and a lovely bach. Very peaceful and private. Great to be able to bring our fur baby. Everything worked our better than expected including the weather.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely modern place

This is a fantastic place - super clean, modern with plenty or room (closets) even though it is a studio. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridgette M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Away

Heavenly - relaxing, wonderful break in a very special spot
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Epic spot

Amazing stay here was here for 5 nights . Just little place . Place was tide and had everything you need .
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda P.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Zuzanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025