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Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove

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A cozy room with a bed, two chairs, a table, and a hanging light fixture.
A cozy room with a wooden floor, a bed with a yellow blanket, a wooden chair, and a small table.
A white single-story building with a dark roof, surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A cozy cabin-style room with a wooden table, a chair, a bed, a small kitchen area, and a sailboat decoration on the ceiling.
A view through a window of a grassy outdoor area with a wooden table and a barbecue grill.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Russell, Northland
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove

As unique as you can get! This gorgeous 1870's wooden chapel has been lovingly transported and restored into perfect holiday accommodation. The space is perfectly set up as a couples getaway providing an ideal escape from day to day life.
Located just 5 minutes drive from Russell, the Chapel at the Olive Grove is close enough to town to enjoy all there is to offer and it also has a Kitchenette and BBQ for those wishing to stay in for a quiet, romantic evening together.

The chapel was built in 1875 in Kawakawa, Bay of Islands by Irish coal miners and was formerly know as St Francis Xavier catholic church.
It is listed as a Category 2 Historic building with Heritage New Zealand and is constructed of 1 inch thick rough sawn Kauri planks.
It was moved to the site on the olive grove in 2012 by a local couple after it had fallen into disrepair and was no longer in use. It has been lovingly restored and set for its new life as holiday accommodation amongst the olive trees.

Because of the high ceiling and thick wooden walls the Chapel is lovely and cool in the hot summer months and we have an airconditioner/heatpump for added comfort.

Please do note that there is no TV. There is good wireless Wifi and a portable speaker if you would like to bring your own devise and streaming services to use

COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
Should you be unable to travel for your confirmed booking due to a Covid-19 level change we will happily rebook your dates to a suitable time in the future at no extra charge and can do so as many times as needed
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Babies under 1 year old ok with own cot
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Events

No events allowed
Chapel is available separately as a wedding venue
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9519122
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Note from host: Chapel is available separately as a wedding venue
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, this cottage is near the beach. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Bay of Islands Farmers Market and The Old Packhouse Market. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and The Parrot Place are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like ecotours and cycling.
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Russell, Northland

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 6 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Russell Beach - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Russell Museum - 7 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Long Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Tapeka Point - 8 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Third Wheel Vending - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Russell Fish - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove on 23 Aug 2026 start from £202, 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 Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful & Unique - The Chapel at the Olive Grove located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Bay of Islands and within 3 miles (5 km) of Russell Christ Church and Russell Museum. Pompalier House and Russell Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bay of Islands Hideaways

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Hi I'm Kelly and I run Bay of Islands Hideaways. My husband and I have 3 young children and are lucky enough to call the Bay of Islands our home. I firmly believe when travelling that you truly get to know and appreciate a place so much more when you can stay and experience life like a local. Because of this I love the opportunities that holiday home rentals can provide for both myself and those staying in the houses I look after.
I take care of several properties in the area and get great enjoyment from meeting new people from all over the world and sharing in their experiences of our beautiful area.
As a family we love to get outside as much as possible. Whether its pottering around home in our garden, heading out to the beach or getting out on the water for some fishing

Why they chose this property

Russell just has everything you could possibly need for a great time away. There are world class restaurants right on the waterfront with a to die for view of the sunset nearly every evening. There are wonderful activities and attractions all within easy reach with historic places such as Christs church and Pompallier house right in town and out in the bay dolphin watching, sailing and islands tours leaving every day

What makes this property unique

Its not everyday you get to stay and experience a small piece of Historic New Zealand. The thick Kauri boards provide excellent insulation for cooling in summer and warmth in winter. The layout is just so romantic but also spacious meaning that even though it is just for 2 people there is plenty of space to move around.

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