10/10 Excellent
Michelle C.
1 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michelle C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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Family Friendly Beach Oasis with Modern Comforts, walk to the beach, 3 bedrooms
Holiday home with kitchen, 3-minute walk to Bay of Islands
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 81722.2 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
- Place, Flagstaff Hill
- Place, Russell Beach
- Place, Paihia Wharf
- Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bunk Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Family Friendly Beach Oasis with Modern Comforts, walk to the beach, 3 bedrooms
Escape to our beachside retreat! Just steps from the safe Tapeka Beach. Explore Russell's shops and eateries. Enjoy hotel-quality linen, large TV, unlimited fibre, a fully equipped kitchen and aircon/heating. Flat lawn for cricket or boat parking, internal access garage and a laundry. The house sleeps 4-6 adults and 2 kids in 3 bedrooms, 2 Queens and a small room with bunk beds, there is also a double sofa bed. Free parking. Books, games & wine on arrival. It's the perfect getaway!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Water view
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Leave all the beds messy, chuck dirty towels on the bathroom floor. Our cleaner will deal with all the linen
Drop of your rubbish &recycling at the transfer station on the way to the ferry https://www.fndc.govt.nz/services/Rubbish-and-Recycling/rubbish-and-recycling-stations/russell-refuse-transfer-station
Drive safely, and thank you for staying
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Russell
Located in Russell, this holiday home is near the beach. Pompalier House and Pompallier Mission are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Russell, Northland
What's nearby
- Flagstaff Hill - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Russell Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
- Bay of Islands - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
- Paihia Wharf - 30 min drive - 16.8 km
- Paihia Beach - 30 min drive - 16.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Paihia Sports Bar - 29 min drive
- Bad Habits - 29 min drive
- CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - 29 min drive
- Ti Bay Takeaways - 30 min drive
- Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Liz Gosling
We are a British/Kiwi family, and we love hosting other family groups in our holiday home.
Why they chose this property
Tapeka Point is a very short drive from Russell (less than 5 minutes). Our house is within easy walking distance of a beautiful and safe swimming beach.
What makes this property unique
Our house is a contemporary family holiday home, with a chef's kitchen, a laundry and a smart TV
Languages:
English
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