Bay Retreat - Absolute Beachfront Holiday Home | House in Russell

9.8 (174 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Russell House | Bay Retreat - Absolute Beachfront Holiday Home

3 Bedroom House in Russell

Absolute beachfront holiday home with unobstructed "million dollar' views of the bay and sandy beach. Sitting on our shaded veranda you will enjoy superb sunsets across the Bay and an endless parade of passing boats. You can relax and re-energise with nature at your door.
Furnished to a high standard, with your comfort and enjoyment a priority, our spacious 3-bedroom holiday home is fully fenced/gated on a flat section. Your children can play safely at the house or nearby reserve. From the Bay Retreat you have access to a safe, sandy swimming beach only metres from the house. You can swim all day regardless of changing tides. Tapeka beach has its own boat ramp and diving pontoon.
For your family’s enjoyment we provide you with a table tennis table, a variety of sports equipment, including two kayaks, dinghy, toys and games. Tennis players have access to tennis courts in Russell township. Golfers can test their skills at Waitangi and Kerikeri golf courses.
In front of the property there is registered boat mooring available for an up to 6 metre boat.
Just a 3-minute drive is the delightful colonial village, Russell. Here history and present-day meld together offering a variety of local shopping, tourist activities, vineyards, a good selection of restaurants and cafes.
The Bay Retreat is a warm haven in winter. A great place for you to relax and unwind all year around.
Fast Fibre Broadband wifi, and normal TV channels are provided and Netflix.
Bookings for four nights or less are by negotiation. Special rates for Long-term and School/Stat holidays.
Smoking allowed outside only.
This is not a Party House.
Duvets/Blankets and Pillows are provided with Holiday Home.
**We can provide sheets/towels and pillowcases, but there is a fee NZ$40.00 per person for the period of stay**
Under Kiwi Bach tradition you are expected to leave the Home clean and vacuumed, and do the dishes before you leave.
Email now for an online brochure.

This 3 Bedrooms House provides accommodation with Parking, Kitchen, Ocean View, for your convenience. This House features many amenities for guests who want to stay for a few days, a weekend or probably a longer vacation with family, friends or group. The rental House has 3 Bedrooms and 1 Bathroom to make you feel right at home.

Check to see if this House has the amenities you need and a location that makes this a great choice to stay in Russell. Enjoy your stay in Russell at this House.

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Amenities

Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach sun loungers
  • On the beach
Parking
  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
Accessibility
  • Note from host: Outside please.
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevators
Activities
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Water sports equipment
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
Entertainment
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
General
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • In a village
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the ocean
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's books
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 pm contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: very good for families.
Event Policy
No events allowed;no parties/events
Pet Policy
1 total pets note from host: must ask please. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted;outside please.

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 host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: no parties/events onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

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Heather R.
Jun 29, 2025 02:08:56 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Just loved house and location ...could not have asked for anything more :)
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