10/10 Excellent
Charles D.
17 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and huge place
Charles D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Apartment
Secret Garden - beautiful, private in the very heart of Russell, Bay of Islands.
Photo gallery for Secret Garden - beautiful, private in the very heart of Russell, Bay of Islands.
Reviews
10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Russell, Northland
- Russell Beach2 min walk
- Flagstaff Hill12 min walk
- Paihia Wharf25 min drive
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)53 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Dining Area
About this property
Secret Garden - beautiful, private in the very heart of Russell, Bay of Islands.
Property manager
Alan Wilkinson
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Self contained studio room with private entrance and stunning sea views
Self contained studio room with private entrance and stunning sea views
Sea view
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
10.0 out of 10, (43 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Russell
This apartment is located in Russell. Bay of Islands Marina and Paihia Wharf are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. The Parrot Place and Makana Confections are also worth visiting.
Russell, Northland
What's nearby
- Russell Christ Church - 1 min walk
- Russell Beach - 2 min walk
- Flagstaff Hill - 12 min walk
- Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive
- Paihia Beach - 30 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 25 min drive
- Bad Habits - 26 min drive
- Hone's Garden - 1 min walk
- Paihia Wharf - 25 min drive
- The Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Alan Wilkinson
I've lived in Russell for over 20 years after a background in science and computing but we also own the art gallery and my wife runs the pharmacy. We now have three very different holiday rentals, all lovely in their own ways and enjoy helping visitors enjoy our magic little town and beautiful Bay of Islands.
Why they chose this property
Russell has everything - beautiful beaches, safe anchorages, lovely trees and forests, amazing history, great cafes and restaurants, facinating people from all over the world, fishing, boating, tramping, historic places and good services.
What makes this property unique
The art gallery was originally both business and residence for the artist, Peter Arnold, and remained selling his prints when we bought the business and later the building. To make more exhibition space we rebuilt the accommodation upstairs area adding a new wing and deck area. It was designed by a Swiss architect, Otto Suri, a Dutch engineer, Thijs Drupsteen, and built by an American boatbuildet craftsman, Bruce Black, with a German electrician, Wolfgang Harder. Typical Russell cosmopolitan team! It's a beautiful space, peaceful and overlooking a secret garden in the heart of the town. The perfect place for a couple to enjoy a romantic and relaxing holiday.
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