House vacation rentals in Russell

Treetop Escape | Sleeps 8 | Walk to Beach

The Nest sits in a pocket of NZ native bush, birdsong, treetop views, total privacy & yet a 10-minute walk from Paihia’s best restaurants, beaches, & tour boats. Sea change or tree change? You don’t have to choose. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a wrap-around deck, & a bathtub built for unwinding after a day on the bay. Leave the car. Walk to everything. Come back to the quiet. The Bay of Islands the way it should be no rushing or driving, just your people & one of NZ’s most stunning coastlines.

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Bay of Islands Holiday Home

This newly built, architectural home is a modern, three level house with an incredible connection to the opua forest. Open the bi-fold doors and take a deep breath of the refreshing forest air and soak in the calming hues of green. With the Bay of Islands at your doorstep this house will provide you with everything you need to come back and rest and recover after a day spent exploring the beaches, wineries, islands, bush walks, fishing and much more this incredible location has to offer.

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Top House - unrivalled views and privacy

The Top House, so named because of its location, with 270 degree views, has unrivalled privacy, and it's own helipad. This recently renovated 3 bedroom house is located on 330 acres of private farmland. The house has been finished to a high standard, with excellent amenities, including hot tub with amazing views, outdoor dining and lounge spaces on 360 degree decks, WiFi, two TVs, heaps of parking, modern kitchen and luxury bathrooms, and comfortable stylish furniture throughout.

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Kiwi calls and sunrises by the Kerikeri inlet.

Get ready for family fun in this peaceful 3 bedroom home. Overlooking the Rangitane reserve, watch from the deck as the kids play tennis or swing at the playground. Only 200m to the boat ramp to access the beautiful Bay of Islands. 15 minutes to supplies in Kerikeri or Waipapa. 8 minutes to Doves Bay marina. Little ones can swim at high tide at the reserve. Kayak around the inlet and catch a snapper, or wander the nearby bushtracks. Listen out for the local kiwi at night.

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Tiromoana - An ideal base with unsurpassed views

Tiromoana is perfect for a couple, group of friends or a family. The house comprises of 3 Bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms and is all on the one level. Enjoy gorgeous views over Oneroa bay and out towards the islands from the deck and straight out from the open plan living, kitchen and dining area. Conveniently located just a 10 minute walk to Longbeach or a 15 minute walk to Russell township where you will find shops, restaurants, cafes and tourist attractions.

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Rustic Bush Retreat

Tranquil and private, a beautiful Macrocapa post and beam house overlooking the gorgeous Kerikeri Inlet. A haven for relaxation surrounded by native birds, including kiwis, tuis, fantails and wood pigeons, all living on the property. Enjoy a wine on the veranda and watch the boats go by or take a swim at Opito bay- just 5 minutes away. Plenty of room to park the boat plus two launching ramps, a ski lane and some of the best fishing NZ has to offer!

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Wharau Lodge - Panoramic Views & Hot Tub

Escape to Wharau Lodge, a private, architecturally designed 2-bedroom home with panoramic Bay of Islands views. Perfect for a romantic getaway for up to 4 guests, this retreat features a professional kitchen, expansive decks, and a luxurious hot tub. Located just 10 minutes from Kerikeri, it's the ultimate base to explore Northland. Enjoy stunning 270 degree water and rural vistas.

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Funky House near historic Russell

Modern, spacious and well appointed home with views to die for. Two double bedrooms, each with wonderful water views to wake up to. This home is perfect for couples looking for a getaway. Close to historic Russell and all it's charms, yet private and spacious enough so you can relax and unwind. Some of the best night sky viewing around, with Kiwi in the nearby bush.

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Sunrise Paradise

Private coastal retreat designed for families and small groups, Sunrise Paradise delivers elevated ocean views, seamless indoor-outdoor living, and a relaxed Bay of Islands base. Minutes from beaches and boat ramps, it’s ideal for shared stays — offering space, privacy, and strong per-person value compared to booking multiple smaller properties or hotel rooms.

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Luxury Beach House

A luxurious waterfront retreat in the beautiful Bay of Islands. Enjoy the seclusion and intimacy of the bay. Swim, kayak, paddleboard, walk, or relax. Set in 40 acres of native bush on a private beach. Wellbeing studio and owners live onsite. 5 mins drive to Historic Russell. No events, parties, weddings (big or small) or commercial photography.

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"A Noble View" Family home, Russell Bay of Islands

3 bedroom house with views of harbour only 8min walk to village,restaurants,cafes,shops, beach and wharf. Handy for tours to explore Northland and outer Bay. Walking tracks through the scenic reserve next door. Hear Kiwi at night. Linen supplied. No hidden cleaning fees added. We live in an apartment below the house but are often away.

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Sunny Spacious Sea view Stunner

It's a warm, modern holiday house with expansive, unobstructed town and sea views. Private, quiet, yet central. It is easy to relax in the home and setting. Paihia town is a 6 min walk to restaurants, beaches and amenities. There’s all day sun. No parking hassles! No additional cleaning costs hassles (the price is the price)!

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