Formerly known as Kororareka, meaning the place of the sweet penguins, Russell is an ancient town which is perfectly situated in the Bay of Islands. This historical town was the first place that the Europeans made their home and built a seaport in, in New Zealand. The beautiful beaches, art galleries, and a seaside packed with catchy cafés among other attractions, are what make Russell a major destination for people visiting New Zealand. It is a tranquil and a charming township set at the heart of the Bay of Islands. Planning to go for a holiday or a honeymoon to New Zealand? Scroll below for a list of the best Bookabach holiday homes in Russell.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 07, 2024.
1. Three-bedroom with stunning views of the beach (from USD 106)
This is an elegant and spacious three-bedroom home which is located roughly about two minutes from the beautiful colonial village. It has a living room which is super spacious, well arranged with comfy sofas, a table, and a flat-screen TV. It has top-bottom glass windows that provide stunning views of the bay allowing natural light and air to circulate the room. A well-stocked kitchen is also available for guests to cook their meals. The three bedrooms are nicely furnished with large comfortable beds and have large windows making the rooms bright. The apartment also comes with two bathrooms, free internet, and a parking space.
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A clean comfortable and cosy house with a stunning sea view and easy access to the beachThe town of Russell is very charming and friendlythe pool table and the table tennis and all the board games provided Access to the beach is simpleLoved the privacy and being right on the beachVery private and right on the beach A lovely home making a relaxing stayCleanliness:
A great house with fantastic viewsand if anything the property seems closer to the beach than the photos suggest The house was extremely clean and well presented and yet still had a homely feel to itHost:
Very family friendly and cozy homeGreat location served what we wanted to do very wellHave stayed three times now and LOVE it - fantastic location and a really comfortable homely bach Will definitely be backSome sort of outside space to sit and catch the morning rays would have made it absolutely perfectPerfect location with an amazing viewRead more reviewsLocation:
Our puppy absolutely loved it too Just an absolutely beautiful house in a surreal picturesque part of NZAs tourists from overseas we enjoyed our time spent in Russell which really is just 5 minutes awayReally great communication from Barry and a lovely welcome throughout the whole processand we enjoyed the restaurants and fishing and site seeing charters butthe bay is peaceful yet within easy reach of Russell town
2. Gorgeous three-bedroom home with an extensive view (from USD 149)
This beautifully set up home is situated about 5.5 km (3.42 miles) from Rawhiti center. It comes with a spacious living area with comfortable sofas, a table, and large windows with breathtaking views of the outside. The dining area is well-arranged with a table and seats plus large doors that lead to the deck outside. The kitchen is well-appointed with high-quality appliances and exquisite stonework surfaces. It features a master suite and two spacious, well-furnished bedrooms. They all have queen-size beds with windows that offer lovely views of the ocean. There are two bathrooms with a shower, a sink, and a toilet. The home also features internet, an open fireplace, and a parking space.
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Comfy beds super modern facilities and that viewand the view is breathtakingThe view was breathtaking from all the bedrooms living areas and balcony Would definitely come back and stay againThe property has one of the best views we have experiencedThe house itself is very spacious and well-equippedCleanliness:
Well equipped clean and extremely comfortableHost:
Amazing amazing amazing Great communicationWe really love staying here its quiet and very well set up with amazing viewsOur hostess was helpful and her knowledge of the local area made our stay very specialThe house is gorgeous and so well equippedWell divided to suit a couple for a romantic weekend as well as more peopleRead more reviewsLocation:
It is about 20 mins from Russell along a rather windy road and vehicular access to the houseAmazing house and beautiful viewsThe house is amazing and has great views Around 20-25 mins from Russell on a fairly windy roadWe had a wonderful week relaxing and enjoying the Bay of Islands Hard to imagine a better location to just unwindThe views are incredible and the silence blissful Ideal for both couples and families
3. A spacious five-bedroom holiday home (from USD 303)
This spacious five-bedroom holiday is situated close to Russell and not far from Paihia via a quick ferry. It features a large deck with eye-catching views of the ocean. The living room is spacious, well-furnished with comfy couches, a flat screen TV, and large windows that allow natural light and air to circulate the room while offering picturesque views. The kitchen is fully appointed with all appliances including a fridge. The dining area which is next to the living area is well arranged. All the bedrooms are furnished with comfy beds and have large windows with beautiful views. It also comes with two bathrooms, and a parking space.
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the builders were banging next doorThe living area is very large and the enclosed wraparound deck was a big bonus for the childrenThis could not be avoided obviouslyIt has everything you needVery comfortable everything we wanted including the baby furnitureCleanliness:
It was very clean and tidyAwesome balcony that can be closed in and there's a heater Rooms were large Bathrooms cleanLocation was lovely and quietHost:
Despite being the middle of winter the house was nice and warmWe also enjoyed Russell and Long Beach ExcellentThe house was beautiful and sunny with awesome viewsall of our children Keep the kids down one end nice and quietIt was a beautiful home big and comfortable for a large familyRead more reviewsLocation:
The house was amazing Perfect locationGreat location for a relaxing holiday 2 different beaches within easy walkThe property is in a great location easy walk to the beaches HEAPS of space which was good forHaving two very different beaches a short walk away was just fantasticwe're very nice to deal with
4. A cozy three-bedroom home (from USD 154)
This cozy and comfortable home is situated about 3.7 km (2.30 miles) from Paihia center. The living room is spacious, well-furnished with a table, a flat screen TV, cushy sofas, and has large windows and a door that leads to the deck. Catch the amazing views of the ocean as you relax and unwind on the deck. The dining area is nicely set up near the kitchen. The home has a full-appointed kitchen where you can prepare your delicious meals and a window that lets natural light in the kitchen. The bedrooms have been furnished with large luxurious beds and clean fresh linen. This beautiful home also comes with a sparkling clean bathroom.
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A five minute walk to the beautiful Russell waterfront for morning coffee and evening dining and refreshments Comfortable beds and furniture recently renovated bathroom and well stocked with eve...Fantastic location with the best views and short stroll to the town Very well equipped kitchenClean and tidy amazing view and loads of roomwas terribleTV had 4 channels to choose fromNo spare bin linersNo sugar or coffeeNo contact at all from the ownersOkayClean and comfortable property with BREATHTAKING views Would definitely stay here againCleanliness:
Unit had everything we needed clean & tidy & fantastic viewHost:
we met some wonderful peopleVery tidy stunning bush and bird life right next to usproperty owners really could not have done morealthough we are very familiar with the Bay of Islands areaNo issues at all Patricia let us in (despite us arriving after hours) and the place was as described with cracking views Would visit again for sureRead more reviewsLocation:
Ideal location Close to the other villasGreat place to stay Easy walking distance to townThis was a really good place to stay Excellent location and very comfortableGreat house - really nice views well equipped kitchen Very short walk to the Main Street of Russell and also to flagstaff hillWell set up including BBQ
5. A cozy one-bedroom beach house (from USD 176)
This cozy one-bedroom holiday home is located roughly about 4.6 km (2.86 miles) to Paihia center. This beautiful home was recently renovated, is air-conditioned, and features new furniture and amazing contemporary décor. The living room is beautifully decorated with a modern beach theme and has an ottoman that converts to a single bed. The kitchen is fully appointed for you to cook meals of your choice including a barbecue. The bedroom has a queen bed and large floor-to-ceiling windows giving you stunning views of the blue waters of the ocean. It has one bathroom with a heated towel rail. Internet and parking are also available.
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The accommodation is comfortable and cosy with the feel of a real beach bach staythere are plenty of amenitiesHouse cozy and warm with everything you need Great bed tooGreat to have TV and wifi and just up the road in Russelland we wanted for nothing CliveCleanliness:
The bach was very clean and well maintainedBach was very clean and had everything there for usThe decor is charming and the cottage was clean and well maintainedDelightful setting very relaxing and quiet and the bach was tidy and well provisionedClean well appointed and furnished bach in a great locationHost:
The owner is very helpfulWaterfalls glowworm caves walking trailsthe owner was most helpful and a pleasure to deal withA great place to relax & rejuvenate Beautiful position & with the wrap around verandah you can sit & enjoy in all weather conditionsfelt well looked after and definitely will come back againRead more reviewsLocation:
markets and restaurants are a scenic drive awayand it's fine range of restaurants only 2-3 minutes away Superb setting Thank you CliveAwesome location on the waterfront and very privateWonderful location just a few steps to the beach Lovely to hear the waves lapping and look out across the bay and watch the sunset Very quiet at night for a good sleep but easy access to Russell...On day three we watched a large school of dolphins from the breakfast table Priceless
6. A self-contained studio with a shared pool (from USD 85)
This lovely self-contained studio is situated roughly about 0.3 km (0.19 miles) from Te Wahapu and approximately 7 km (4.35 miles) from Russell. It has a nice bedroom furnished with a queen-size bed, a chair, and a study table. It also has large windows that provide gorgeous views of the ocean and the beautiful geography outside. There is a well-equipped kitchen with all the appliances you would require in a kitchen plus a fridge. The bathroom features a glass shower, a toilet, and windows that allow light in the bathroom. There is an onsite swimming pool where you can enjoy a nice afternoon swim.
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The appartment is tasteful furnishedThe pool is private and refreshingEverything from bathroom fixtures to wooden/tile flooring and accent pillows was top notch and spotlessly cleanThe accomodation has everything you need and it is of high qualityThis property sets a very high bar for qualityHost:
Unni and Ramesh were wonderful and made us feel very welcomeThe studio is gorgeous and very sunnyExceptional You have thought about every millimetre of this property and the experience it extends to others Waking in the morning to watchEverything about this unit has been carefully thought out to enhance the experience for the occupierUnni and Ramesh were the most wonderful of hosts and we feel very honoured to have been their guestsRead more reviewsLocation:
And of course Russell and the Bay of Islands is a great holiday destinationThis is a location to treasure and a property to return tothe swimming pool/BBQ was a massive bonusWe loved everything about this placeSo many amazing aspects to the property- amazing views Tino Ataahua (Very Beautiful)
The best Bookabach holiday homes in Russell, New Zealand
If you’re planning to take your family or soulmate to New Zealand for a wonderful holiday, then we have prepared a list of the best Bookabach holiday homes in Russell that will definitely delight you. Book one today to avoid disappointment!
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