Ruru Studio

Ruru Studio is 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. The space 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 with queen bed. The private bathroom with toilet and shower is located just outside, a few steps from the entrance. Wi-Fi is provided via a high speed fibre broadband internet 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. Guest access 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. Other things to note Linen (bedding and towels) is provided. Native birds including tui and fantails frequent the bush around the property. If you're lucky, you might hear the namesake ruru (morepork, or native owl) hooting at night. Standard check-in time is after 3:00PM but we may be able to accommodate early check-in depending on whether there are other guests departing on the same date; please contact us to confirm.