Smoking friendly vacation rentals in Bay Of Islands

Gem of a place just off the highway - wish we had stayed more days. Loved the little additions like breakfast provisions, toys/books for kids and horse paddocks just out the door. Amy was generous with her time in speaking about the horses. Clair and Clayton made us feel very welcome. Would love to come back and stay again soon. Unit is a little weathered but was clean and very comfortable.

My family and I had a wonderful stay. We enjoyed the stunning location, we enjoyed fishing and had lots of space. Definitely recommended 👌

We loved the unique venue. Great decor and very well thought out as to what was needed for your stay. The traffic noise is loud from the passing cars but we had expected this due to the other reviews. But a delightful weekend away with great things to do locally.

Angela's place was fabulous, super clean, comfortable beds, great view. Walking distance to restaurants and bars. The free espresso coffee in the morning was great too! Highly recommend and will stay again :)

Lucy is just getting started but saved us from Cyclone Tam and gave us a clean, dry, comfortable room for the night. The location is funky and convenient and Lucy is a friendly and caring host.

Was a perfect place for our family to stay for a night on the way through Paihia. Super spacious and had everything we needed. Jan was very welcoming and gave us some tips for our trip up north. Would definitely stay here again if we travel to Paihia.

What a lovely apartment. Super clean and amazing views. Fantastic host. Highly recommend.

Helen and Peter have a lovely location from which you can easily walk down into Paihia. They have thought of everything to make your stay extremely comfortable. The layout of the one bedroom suite was fantastic. Highly recommend and would stay here again on our next visit.

Quail's Cottage is beautifully curated and well appointed. Lots of thought has gone into making the cottage relaxing and comfortable from the beds and linen, to the comfy seating. We made the best fresh snapper and salads whilst there...all with locally grown ingredients. Monganui is easy to walk to with cute cafes and restaurants. Nearby Cooper's Beach has useful local shopping area. There are beautiful beaches nearby. Quail's Cottage has a great view of the local harbour...and it's dog friendly! It is our second stay at the Cottage, and will definitely be back. Thank you, Richard

Ali's place was the perfect location for our small family fellowship. You'll have everything you need in the kitchen. The stairs going down is a bit tight but the rooms are clean. We brought our own linens, and toiletries. Huge and quiet location away from the city buzz.

One of the Best Airbnb Experiences Ever! Our stay in Russell was absolutely unforgettable — this is hands down one of the best Airbnb's we have ever stayed at. The property itself is stunning, with beautifully maintained spaces and super comfortable beds and living areas. But what really sets this place apart are the incredible outdoor features. The backyard opens directly onto the beach, creating the most amazing setting. With kayaks and a dinghy available to use, plus a trampoline, swings, volleyball net, and even a slackline, there's something for everyone — you could easily spend your entire stay without ever leaving the property! And after a day of exploring the water, soaking in the outdoor spa while watching the sunset is pure magic. Honestly, the photos in the listing don’t even come close to showing how special this place is. It exceeded every expectation, and we would rebook it in a heartbeat. Already hoping we can come back soon!

Blown away by location and beautifully presented home, complete with all the bells and whisltes. Loved that we had access to plenty of beach toys, games and books. Did not need a thing. Felt right at home after travelling 800kms. Perfect size for a big whanau who love the beach. The sunrises and sunsets are stunning.

Amazing host, great communication and super clean and tidy house.

Ideal for our group of golfing guys looking for a comfortable house with individual beds and close to all local amenities. Awesome outdoor area to have an end of day catchup before walking into Paihia for dinner. The next time we head north we will want to stay here again.

what a place!! the house is far back road and incredibly serene. we came with two young kids and 4 adults and there was heaps to keep us occupied. trip across the estuary with kayaks to these amazing beach breaks a particular highlight. The whole house has something for everyone and honestly think we may be back. Rebecca was also an amazing host and had loads of local knowledge to share.

Fantastic stay! The hosts were super lovely to deal with and had lots of friendly animals as well. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. Nice and peaceful and quiet, overall we had a very enjoyable stay.