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Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio

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Property grounds
On the beach, beach towels
TV, books, stereo
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Parua Bay, Whangarei
  • Place, Mt Manaia
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Town Basin Marina
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Whangarei Art Museum
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Whangarei (WRE)
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About this property

Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio


Relaxing, modern and contemporary studio offers guest a relaxing retreat from the busy life in town. Only 5 minutes from Onerahi shopping center, 15 minutes from Whangarei Town Basin. 8 minutes from Parua Bay Tavern and Restaurant and 7 minutes to Parua Bay boat ramp. With a Golf course near by, guests have a range of activities close by. For those who want a challenge walk the Mt Mania track and the several bush walks nearby. A range of white sand beaches maximum 35 minutes drive. Watch the sun set at night and sunrise in the morning.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only.
Property not suitable for small children as it is on the waters edge.
Gay friendly owners.



Extras: Linen (included); Bath robes (included); Beach towels (included); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Clean the house and do the dishes before you leave;
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be close to Mt Manaia. You'll find features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the apartment.
  • The apartment offers a kitchen, a washing machine, and a patio
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Mt Manaia and 9 minutes from Camera Obscura Timatatanga Hou
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Tamaterau apartment.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • 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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • In-room accessibility
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is permitted outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • 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 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking is permitted outside only.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number RIPPLE N TIDE STUDIO

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Ripples-n-Tide Waterside Studio Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 219 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 255 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The property was better than expected from photos, very tidy and loved the little extras in bathroom and kitchen. Very ckmfortable studio with great outlook. Instructions were clear and easily to follow to "check in" and the host was friendly in the brief conversation had not long after arrival. Thank you for a nice easy night away from home!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Reagan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing spot and great accomodation. Would totally recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jan O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Unit was very clean and had everything we needed. Host was friendly and discreet.The location and the view were perfect. We watched the tide roll in and out and enjoyed the abundant birdlife and the many boats including a ship leaving Northport. Wish we coud have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Philip H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Raewyn and Theo are very welcoming hosts. The studio is beautifully clean and has a lovely view. Very relaxing and peaceful. Very well equipped kitchen and good bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Odette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and serene place to stay, with everything you need. We'll definitely be back, thanks heaps Raewyn!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Amanda K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely stay. The place was clean and tidy, well stocked and in a great location. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great location on the edge of the water, a beautifully set up studio, and very helpful hosts. Warmly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A nice place with everything you need to enjoy.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harsh K.

Liked: Cleanliness
We went for my partner’s birthday. It was a lovely experience. Property had an amazing view and the property was well maintained. We had a great time. Thanks to the host.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stunning location, watching the tide ebb and flow. Very clean with luxurious bathroom linen and well equipped kitchen. Definitely recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DEBBIE-ANNE H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully equipped unit with everything we needed and more. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful. Very peaceful outlook and high comfort levels.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was excellent and the hosts were very friendly. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Avacyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay here was really lovely!. It was close to the water and even though it was a rainy weekend. It was still really beautiful seeing all the lights on the water. The house was really clean and comfortable. Communication was super easy and very helpful :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

joshua m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was a small comfy place with a beautiful view had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samer A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect long weekend getaway!

Spent 2 nights at the lodge and it was exactly what we needed to get away from the busyness of Auckland.Property is very clean, tidy and bigger than pictured!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Baker F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Immaculately presented. Lovely and clean. Beautiful location. Exceeded our expectations. Chocolates were a nice touch, too. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Guy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot and location for what we were looking for. Very friendly hosts. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfortable waterside unit

Good location for access to many activities in and around Whangarei. Unit is well set up and has beautiful outlook.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Val W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous!

Property exactly as advertised on Bookabach. Water's edge, peaceful and beautifully presented.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Miriam K.

Liked: Cleanliness

At high tide - serene views

Studio very well appointed, except the bed was very hard and smaller than what we are used to. Harbour views at high tide were lovely with Royal Spoonbill and other seabirds. The toilet bowl bleach/deodorizer was intensely overpowering, and pervaded the living spaces, which spoilt the experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vickie E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property

I really enjoyed being away from city. It was very quiet and loved the dark nights. This location was my Northland base while sightseeing. Make sure you visit the new art museum and the attached Aqua restaurant is excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ripples and Tides : Waikaraka

This is a superb modern studio holiday apartment which is situated directly on the harbour side. It is tastefully furnished to a high standard and has all of the essential amenities for a relaxing break. Theo and Raewyn are great hosts, and you are made to feel very welcome right from the start. I stayed as a solo independent traveller, but this would equally suit a couple. I would recommend Ripples and Tides to any person travelling to this area of New Zealand.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness

Restful

Nice place easy gi check in well equipped and supplied kitchen Very private No shampoo hut a lot of body lotion in the bathroom. Handy to shops and safe swimming Will return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We felt totally at home,, very comfortable. Great viewover the water.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025