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The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!

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An outdoor dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and umbrellas.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a large window.
A marina with boats docked, a pier, and a rocky shoreline.
A dining table with wicker chairs, a potted plant, and candles.
A bedroom with two beds, a dresser, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On-site fitness center
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bay of Islands

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness center
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Russell, Northland
  • Place, Russell Beach
    β€ͺ6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay of Islands
    β€ͺ6 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    β€ͺ8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    β€ͺ55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Living Room 2

2 Twin Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap Β· Towels provided Β· Bathtub or shower Β· Bathtub Β· Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap Β· Towels provided Β· Toilet Β· Shower only Β· Shampoo Β· Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap Β· Towels provided Β· Toilet Β· Shower only Β· Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Russell

Located in Russell, this vacation home is near the beach. Pompalier House and Pompallier Mission are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Action World and Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway. Traveling with kids? Consider The Parrot Place and Makana Confections. Scuba diving, snorkeling, and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Russell, Northland

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bay of Islands - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Long Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Russell Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • β€ͺSeaside - ‬9 min walk
  • β€ͺBad Habits - ‬27 min drive
  • β€ͺCellini's - ‬27 min drive
  • β€ͺSage At Paroabay - ‬16 min drive
  • β€ͺThe Gables - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1! pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!?

As of Nov 9, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1! on Nov 16, 2026 start from $810, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!?

Check-in begins at 11:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Sunshine House 🌞 Spacious & family friendly! 2 houses in 1! located?

This family-friendly Russell vacation home is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Tapeka Point and Bay of Islands. Long Beach and Russell Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a big family or group Very good facilities.. excellent hosts with great communication Close to township
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at Sunshine House, it suited our large family and had enough space for everyone. The house has a lot of things for guests to use which helped keep our stay fun, including bbq, fire pit and fishing rods. We loved the proximity to town and Longbeach.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 12, 2026
We are thrilled that your family group had a comfortable and enjoyable stay at The Sunshine House! Thanks for your lovely review. πŸ’«
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Incredible Stay at The Sunshine House

We had an incredible stay and was such a beautiful whare. Amazing amount of space and beds and wonderful spaces to gather and hang out. Easy and quick access to the beach. Beautiful deck and view. Amazing comms from the host who were super helpful with any questions we had. Could not recommend more, whether you are a family or work group as we were. This was an outstanding stay with incredible hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 13, 2025
We are so thrilled that you loved The Sunshine House and had a fabulous stay. Thanks for the feedback and the touching poems you wrote about the Sunshine House, we were delighted to read them!! Thanks for being super guests, you're welcome anytime 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family get away

We booked the Sunshine House for three generations to celebrate my Mum’s 65th birthday. It is a fabulous location, walking distance to Long Beach and Russell. The house is perfect for hosting a wide range of ages with multiple living zones and a number of bedrooms. Awesome views and indoor/outdoor living with a great deck. A full kitchen makes catering for babies, kids & adults easy and we liked being able to use the Weber BBQ. The hosts were easy to communicate with and very accommodating. We would definitely recommend this bach as a holiday destination.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2025
We are so thrilled you had a wonderful stay at The Sunshine House and that it was a great location for a special family holiday to celebrate a special birthday! Thanks for the great review ❀️
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