Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell

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A coastal view with boats on the water, a mountain range in the background, and a building with a roof in the foreground.
A house entrance with a front door, a staircase leading to the upper floor, and a flower arrangement on the left.
A kitchen with a dining area, a built-in cabinet, and a window with a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.
A modern kitchen with blue cabinets, a white refrigerator, and a view of a garden through a sliding glass door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Bay of Islands

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Garage parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Russell, Northland
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay of Islands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Russell

Russell is home to this holiday home. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Action World and Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway. The Parrot Place and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
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Russell, Northland

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bay of Islands - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Russell Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cellini's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Sage At Paroabay - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Gables - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell?

As of 7 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell on 8 Nov 2026 start from £1,921, 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 Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell located?

Situated in Russell, this holiday home is steps away from Russell Beach and Bay of Islands. Tapeka Point and Pompalier House are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful retreat

The house is lovely and the location hard to beat- peaceful but a minute from restaurants and front
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family in Russell

Lovely house accommodating large group comfortably in a fantastic location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great for families

Super house and great location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot in Russell

A great house for our extended family stay. Everything you need in a fabulous house that is on the doorstep of everything you want to be near in Russell. Would defo return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Lovely Xmas Week

Had a great stay in very central location. Had large family group staying and the proximity to all facilities and amenities provided something for everyone. Warm and homely house was perfect for family stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

wonderful property

the property is well laid out and appointed plus it's so close to the amenities there is not much need for the car.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thanks for the great review... We are pleased that as an extended family you all enjoyed the house and location.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Work

We rented this house for our work team / film crew. It was perfect for our requirements. It was large enough to give everyone their own space. Well equipped home. Easy & clear communication with the hosts. I would recommend this home to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic spot

This was a great location to stay. Lovely home and a great space for extended family. Be aware of the operating days for the recycling and rubbish, as it was closed on our check out day so we had an hour round trip plus ferry to take this to the nearest open recycling and rubbish location before our check out. We recommend you check the local stations opening times so you don’t get caught out. A great stay all up. Very clean and tidy. Beautiful view from top floor and great walking distance to town. Would recommend for a family getaway. The neighbour was also super nice, and locals were awesome, so friendly and relaxed.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr 2020
Thanks for the feedback - we are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at the house and Russell. We are sorry that you did not call us regarding the rubbish removal we could have offered you an alternative option, as per the info in the compendium... Thanks for leaving the house tidy it was very much appreciated.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Escape North, Russell

Escape North is perfect for a large group of friends or for extended family gatherings. It's located just a stone's throw from the centre of Russell and so handy to cafes and to the ferry. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house felt like a home away from home. Clean, comfortable and very spacious with an exceptionally well equipped kitchen. Barry and Lesley were very easy to deal with and answered all our questions promptly. Would definitely recommend Escape North to family and friends wanting a lovely place to stay in Russell. In fact, we already have! Tracey and friends
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautifully presented , Awesome location!

Very well presented house with plenty of room to chill out in the living areas. Set into one of the best locations in Russell - 2 minutes walk from the main shopping area, just down the drive for a swim, and lots of places to walk if the mood is right. Would be perfect if the freezer was accessible, but we loved it none the less!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
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