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Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.

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A hot tub area with a wooden deck and a view of a mountainous landscape through a glass wall.
A spacious living area with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor patio.
A two-story building with a balcony, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.
A living room with a sofa, coffee table, and chairs. There is a balcony with a railing and a view of trees.
A garden with a wooden fence, a pathway, and a variety of plants and flowers.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
With a bicycle and a hot tub, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests across 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. It includes ocean views and features a patio for outdoor enjoyment. Enjoy nearby activities like birdwatching, motorboating, and kayaking, along with attractions such as Tapeka Point and Russell Christ Church. The property is pet-friendly and located in a rural village near the sea.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Russell Beach
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Russell, Russell
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1 upper level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2 upper level

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 upper level

2 Single Beds

Master bedroom lower level

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Lower Level en suite

Toilet · Shower only

Lower Level hot tub

Jetted bathtub

Upper Level separate toilet

Toilet

Upper Level wash and shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.

Terracotta Gardens is a beautiful holiday house and extensive garden in "Romantic Russell", centre of the lovely Bay of Islands, New Zealand. The house has two levels connected by an elevator, each with their own private, very large outdoor deck and spacious lounge and living area.

There are three upper double bedrooms (two queen, one twin single) and one lower king bedroom with private ensuite and spa deck. Fully-equipped kitchen/dining, lounges, bedrooms and bathrooms. There is a large bbq on the upper deck. The lower level has a separate kitchenette with microwave oven, mini-fridge and small stove-top. Broadband internet access via Wifi is available.

Terracotta Gardens is on the hillside above the township with a view west across the Bay towards Waitangi and north across a bushclad valley where morepork and kiwi call at night and weka and tui during the day. A path descends the slope through beautiful gardens to Long Beach road where it is a five-minute walk either into the main township, ferry whart and foreshore or over the saddle to the excellent swimming beach and spectacular view of the Bay and outer islands at Long Beach.

Road access to the house is from Oneroa Road opposite the Pomare Road intersection. A stroll down Pomare Road brings you to Matauwhi Bay and the yacht club while Oneroa Road extends along the ridgeline and gives alternative walks to Long Beach, the township and to Matauwhi Bay.
Special conditions:
Smoking allowed outside only. Pets by arrangement when booking.

Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Ask for house=trained dogs with own sleeping mat
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20008638
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
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Bay of Islands Farmers Market and The Old Packhouse Market. Action World and Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway are also worth visiting. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Russell, Russell

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Russell Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Long Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Third Wheel Vending - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Russell Fish - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.?

As of 25 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands. on 30 Aug 2026 start from £384, 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 at Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Terracotta Gardens - Heart of Russell, key to the Bay of Islands. located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Russell Christ Church and Bay of Islands. Russell Beach and Pompalier House are also within 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Alan Wilkinson

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We are semi retired with several interests in Russell - an art gallery, a landscaping business, this holiday home and land and horses out the back road. I am also still a director of a computer business in Auckland that was my professional career after training as a scientist.

Why they chose this property

We bought this property next to our home when it got too much for our elderly neighbour. We extended and completely renovated the house with an architect friend to make it a beautiful and practical holiday house. We landscaped the two gardens together to give each property privacy while able to enjoy the benefits of the whole space.

What makes this property unique

The house is ideal for extended families with its two self-sufficient levels connected by a lift. You can have peace and privacy in your own space or join together with plenty of space to share meals, relaxation or fun. There is a huge upper deck with both sun and shade and great views for entertaining, kids to play on or dogs to enjoy. Children love the lift and everyone enjoys the hot tub spa on a rainy day, after a tiring trip or just to relax before bedtime.

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