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Kingfisher Lodge, Supreme Waterfront delight
We loved our stay at Serenaâs house, it had everything we needed and had a great yard for our 4 yr old to explore.

BayHouse on Binnie
Was a lovely stay with a lovely view! Peter and Jacqueline were great hosts and very responsive đ

Ryan's Place - Hobbit House
Ryan was very friendly. He helped us in helping and asking care of all thing we had during our stay. Nice view on the backside deck. Jacuzzi added more beauty to our view

STUNNING ABSOLUTE BEACH FRONT
Stunning place to stay and relax with or without kids. Theres lots of space, plenty of beds too. The view is absolutely stunning and the spa pool is such a great addition to the place. I would recommend that you take lots of food for the duration of your stay as the nearest supermaket is quite a drive away. They do have a yummy fish and chip shop and a dairy for your daily needs :) absolutely worth staying here!

Beach Villa - Russell / Bay of Islands
Beautiful, peaceful location. House was spotless and had everything you needed. Multiple outside zones to enjoy the nature and water views. Super private and only a 7 min drive to the heart of Russell.

Sixteen Jandals - your home away from home
Wonderful bach, secluded (except for a cute weka in the garden) and with beautiful views over the bay. Kitchen well stocked and comfy beds. Would highly recommend!

Beautiful NZ private beach and island
Amazing little kiwi back in a private Rocky bay. Awesome for quality family time or a group of friends. Will definitely be staying here again!

The Beach Bach - Water's Edge, Bay of Islands
We had the most amazing stay at The Beach Bach during our wedding week! The house was the perfect setting for getting ready, with breathtaking views that made for stunning first-look photos on the balcony. The separate main rooms were ideal, allowing me some peaceful moments before the big day while everyone else got ready in the spacious main lounge.Was everything and more what we needed.Jane was an incredible hostâso helpful and communicative throughout our stay. She even went the extra mile and made us the most delicious Afghan cookies! We couldnât have asked for a better place to start our wedding celebrations. Highly recommend this beautiful spot! Will visit you again for sure!
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The Bay Retreat
What a tremendous place to stay! This is certainly a magic spot and for 80% of the time the weather was accommodating and gave us the opportunity to explore this part of the coastline. The diving in the bay itself is on the average side unless you like Kina and there are few fish inshore but the visibility is good and boat fishing pretty phenomenal. The house is immaculate, spacious, warm and includes many things you would not expect from short term accommodation. We were even able to bake to cake! Barry's communication was top notch and they really went the extra mile to make sure we got the most enjoyment out of our trip. Hard to fault a thing. Thanks again- will definitely be back again- hopefully with a boat!!

Whangaroa Magic! Fantastic views!
Gorgeous location with a fabulous view and a deck to enjoy it. A Four Square nearby and a few restaurants (an excellent Indian place in Kaeo). We had a fantastic stay over the long weekend

'Valhalla North' waterfront , rural semi-isolated
Valhalla North is an exquisite place! Lovely comfortable home nestled within beautiful tropical gardens on a private waterfront! Private cottage available for extra House and deck are spacious with lovely vistas of garden and ocean all around. Spacious master bedroom with a brand new ensuite. Equipped with everything one might need including a fabulous very well equipped kitchen. Home is beautifully decorated! Hosts are friendly and helpful. We loved our stay and highly recommend it to anyone who seek beauty and serenity in a private setting.

Rainbows nest
Chris and Garth were kind, responsive and welcoming hosts. We booked short notice and they had the room ready early and even thought to make up the extra bed when they learnt I had a teen travelling with me. The space itself is lovely. It is bigger than it appears in the photos, and is extremely well equipped with entertainment, full sized furniture for just a couple or a small family, and the most beautiful gardens to relax in. The bnb is set well away from the house, so it feels private, and the garden setting makes everything feel so tranquil! Location is 10/10 and if you have a fur baby travelling with you, it will be well taken care of too! Ours loved exploring the gardens as well as the beautiful local walks along the river. We are excited to make a yearly trip back to this accomodation.

Beach front experience for the whole family
epic spot.. awesome host! Highly recommend! Thank you for having us can't wait to return next year!!

Moana Sea View Villas
Three of us spent a relaxing long weekend here. Margaret and Lou were very welcoming to us, and to my friend's dog, who came also. Lou graciously gave my keen gardening friend a box of cuttings from plants she admired.We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and highly recommend it. We chose to walk to all cafes and restaurants, the steep driveway to the accommodation a small challenge which improved our fitness. Great coffee and food at The Third Wheel, lovely meal at Nikau. We enjoyed the short ferry ride to and from Russell and had a wonderful lunch at Hone's Garden. Thank you Margaret and Lou for your hospitality.

Whananaki Barn - Cottage 2
Lovely little cabin, beautiful scenery and surroundings. We saw an amazing sunset and a rainbow at the same time! Awesome. My partner and I had a lovely time relaxing in nature and cooking on the gas stove. The bed was warm and comfortable. We would definitely came again!

Paihia Apartments near the beach
Location is perfect, walking distance to the beach Great place and easy to find Got more than 2 pillows in each bed room Got AC.. wowâŚ
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Large family home, gorgeous views ~ Sleeps 13 !
We had a lovely stay â the house was perfect for our group, with plenty of space and a great layout. Itâs well-equipped, beautifully located, and the views are stunning. Despite the wild weather, it was a relaxing place to unwind. We were lucky with sunshine on our last day and made the most of the lawn, trampoline, and pool. The house isnât a show home and could use a refresh in places, but itâs comfortable, homely, and ideal for groups. Communication was easy and everything was as described. Would absolutely stay again â I bet it's even better in sunny weather!

Settler's Cottage - Russell Cottages Collection
This home is awesome, so close to everything and has everything you need. Unfortunately, the pool heating wasn't playing ball but we were able to take advantage of the spa.

Oceanfront Penthouse Apartment Bay of Islands NZ
This was the most lovely accommodation! It was clean, well-appointed, and had the most beautiful view of the Bay. Wendy communicated well, and provided easy instructions for entry into the car park, and from there, into the apartment. Our two night stay was extremely quiet, which we expected, given it's not the high season, yet there was still enough going on about town that we never wanted for something to do! The location was absolutely ideal, as all businesses were within very easy, close-in walking distance. Our only wish is that we could have stayed longer, and we'll definitely look to return!

Paroa Retreat, Award Winning Luxury
Amazing views, exceptional place and Jeff is a great host. This was a very memorable relaxing holiday. We hope to visit this stunning place again sometime soon!!

The Brew House, Kerikeri. So close to town!
We came up from Auckland for a wedding & the property was local to everything The property was great and both Rob & his wife were lovely. We barely seen them so we decided to go say hello down at their Phat House bar in haruru. We had a couple of nephews come and visit while we were up aswell . Catching up with whanau and coming back to relax there was lovely .

Compare the 13 beds, 7 bedrooms you get for your $
Lani was very friendly and helpful. She made sure we were all informed about the property and amenities. 5 star â Host !!

DoLittle Cottage on organic citrus orchard
This was the perfect base for while I was working up Kerikeri ways. And this time with a young puppy in tow it was just an awesome place to stay - he in particular loved the kunekunes, which actually were better at "sit" than he was! I think the cottage was just perfect for what i was after - having things like oil, salt, pepper and tea & coffee were an awesome touch, as well as the oranges! Made all the difference for someone who was looking for a home away from home. I will be back and highly recommend. The cottage has everything one would need and would make a great base for travelers and workers alike. Wifi was really fast and during rain days I managed to get a lot of laptop work done too!

Two bedroom family cottage at Colonial House Motel
I booked this accommodation for my colleagues, and it was perfect for their needs while working away from home. The communication with the hosts was excellent and made the booking process and any adjustments extremely smooth and easy. I would definitely book again in the future.
Quick stats about vacation rentals that are family-friendly in Russell
Total rentals
160 properties
Nightly prices starting at
G$12,553Â GYD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
6.6K reviews
Pet-friendly rentals
20 properties allow pets
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20 properties have a pool
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50 properties have a dedicated workspace
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