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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Russell, Northland
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About this property

Self contained studio room with private entrance and stunning sea views


Self contained studio room with lovely deck, outdoor furniture, BBQ and stunning sea views. Modern furnishings throughout.
You have your own private entrance with onsite parking.
We are only a 5 minute walk to the beach and village. Please note the property is elevated so you have a bit of a climb when walking up the driveway.
The room is fitted with electric blinds for that extra bit of convenience.
Room is fitted with an Air conditioner/Heat Pump.
There is a Smart TV with free Netflix.
We provide free unlimited Fibre Wifi.
Lovely comfortable Queen size bed with all linen and bath towels provided.
Ensuite bathroom has a big shower with double shower heads.
Kitchenette is equipped with Microwave Oven, Kettle, Toaster, Bar Fridge and cutlery.
Tea, instant coffee, sugar and plunger coffee supplied but not topped up during your stay if it runs out.
There is also an outdoor shower to wash off after a day at the beach.
Drying rack, iron and ironing board are provided.
There is a Laundromat at the Top 10 Holiday Park which is only 5 minutes walk from the house.

We have CCTV cameras installed for security purposes only.
Guest privacy is guaranteed.

Please note that the upstairs part of the house is occupied most of the time by the owner. Very quiet owners who respect their guests privacy and comfort.
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Bay of Islands. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas. The apartment includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchenette.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, patio and Smart TV
  • Free WiFi
  • Steps from Tapeka Point and 4 minutes on foot from Bay of Islands
Public spaces have free WiFi.

This Russell apartment is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchenette

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Netflix
  • Smart TV
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Property does not allow children
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

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Self Contained Studio With Private Entrance Stunning sea Views

Self contained studio room with private entrance and stunning sea views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 71 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 71 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 71 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location Well appointed apartment, lovely shower
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

ian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean modern attractions with a beautiful view over Russell. Also an easy short walk to the village.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location and view were fantastic!! Covered deck for sitting out enjoying the view even in the rain. Sunset was gorgeous.
Sunset from the deck
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice location, excellent views and everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A most amazing place. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John B., Kemptville, Ontario, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Easy access to downtown Russel. Fantastic view of the town and water from the accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Tracey S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A female, travelling alone, and this was a safe & wonderful studio accommodation! It was clean, comfortable & cozy, and conveniently close to the beach, local hikes, and all amenities in Russell. I was able to walk to most things, so having a safe spot to park my rental car was appreciated. I like to cook for myself much of the time when I travel (dietary concerns), and the tools and equipment for using the BBQ were available. That, along with fridge, toaster, mic & tea kettle, covered all the cooking requirements for my stay. I particularly enjoyed my morning tea on the deck, while watching the boats coming & going in the bay. What an outstanding view! Thank you so much!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic studio - loved our stay. Really close to centre of Russell for great restaurants, cafes and shops (very steep, though short driveway).
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed for four days and absolutely loved our time here. The location is beautiful with stunning views, and the place felt so welcoming and well set up. Having coffee on the deck each morning was a real highlight. We’d love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Gudrun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Comments; Electronic blinds didn't work.Followed simple instructions, even you tubed...no joy. Rubbish bins not marked at all, ie; Recycling etc. Difficult to store and access large suitcases in bedroom. No shampoo/conditioner/ body lotion provided. Tend to expect these toiletries in top end facilities. Small bedroom space to sit in if weather is inclement and deck seating is unsuitable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhys A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Lovely spot
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay here, so close to everything in town, our rental car was hardly used. Nicely presented property, fantastic views. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable Stay in the Bay of Islands

Perfect location, amazing views. The studio had everything we needed and was an ideal base to explore the Bay of Islands area. The centre of Russel was very easy to walk to and has a good selection of places to eat and drink. Would happily have stayed for longer . Thankyou
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arite

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
a great accommodation, slightly elevated for the fantastic view
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Highly recommend

Everything was perfect and extremely clean. It is only a couple of minutes walk into Russell town but at night it is very quiet. And the view is just breathtaking
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colton B., Portland, Oregon

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for exploring the bay of islands

The apartment was clean and had a fantastic view of the bay. About a five minute walk to the wharf and main street, keep in mind the drive way is quite steep. Super easy to catch a water taxi or get to meet up spot for tours. The hosts were very kind and accommodating to a last minute schedule change. Would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our three night stay. The unit was extremely well appointed making the most of the fabulous views across the bay. The compromise for those views was the steep driveway but we just took the car down the street and parked up when we went out. Everywhere in Russell is easy walking distance from the property including the ferry, and a number of excellent eateries. Would definitely consider stayin again should we return to Russell.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Russell stay

Property is perfectly equipped for a couple’s stay. Bed v.comfortable; views from property across the bay are stunning. Perfect base to explore Russell and surroundings. We loved our stay thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennie D.

Liked: Cleanliness

What a magic place to stay!

We loved this gorgeous little unit, it was beautifully appointed with everything we needed, and of course phenomenal views! Our hosts were very easy to communicate with and very generous in allowing our kids to pitch a tent on the front lawn. All in all a very memorable stay and we will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great and relaxing stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl P., Atlantic highlands, NJ

Liked: Cleanliness

A Russell Dream

Once I saw this listing I knew it would be perfect for my wife and I to relax after spending NYE in Auckland. The town of Russell is full of relaxation and vibrancy all packed into one place. If exploring the beaches, the many restaurants or taking the ferry over to Paihia everything is right at hand. The view from the unit was spectacular and the bed was very comfortable and clean. I am looking forward to staying again on my next New Zealand Adventure.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Russell Studio

Steve and Yolanda have created a beautiful property in Russell, and the studio was perfect for us. It was just as I expected from the description, plus a couple of questions early on. Excellent communication from Yolanda. Our time was up all too soon and we will certainly return! Thank you Steve and Yolanda.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

T W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A little piece of heaven

The view of the bay and the town was spectacular. It was a short walk to restaurants and shopping and the water. The town of Russell was something out of a Hallmark movie. We loved the town and the stay was the best 3 days of our trip to New Zealand. I was concerned that the studio was attached to a home but we had privacy and didn't hear anything from the larger house. The room has everything you need in an accommodation (except shampoo) but really everything else.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024