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Orongo Bay Homestead

3.5 star property

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Property grounds
Fireplace
Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace
Lounge
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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45 Aucks Road, Russell, 0272
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Long Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View | Living area | Flat-screen TV, DVD player, heated floors

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 430 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Suite, Kitchenette, Mezzanine

Superior Suite, Kitchenette, Mezzanine | Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, laptop workspace

Superior Suite, Kitchenette, Mezzanine

  • Garden view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Design Villa

  • Lake view
  • 1399 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds, 1 Twin Murphy Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Russell

Located within a mile (2 km) of Bay of Islands, Orongo Bay Homestead is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bay of Islands Marina. This 3-room, 3.5-star vacation home has a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Russell Beach - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Pompalier House - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Russell Museum - 8 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Long Beach - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Cafe - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Orongo Bay Homestead

Guests of Orongo Bay Homestead enjoy a sauna, WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. There's free parking and an airport shuttle for a fee. Front-desk staff can assist with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a terrace, laundry facilities, and a fireplace in the lobby.
The 3 soundproofed homes feature balconies and afford space to spread out with sitting areas. Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Tempur-Pedic beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, espresso makers, and free bottled water are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 15); free wired internet
  • Free WiFi is limited to 15 minutes per stay

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Dinner by arrangement

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 120 per day
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Heated floor
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 3 units
  • Colonial architecture
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property charges 100 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 120.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately NZD 28 per person
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: NZD 15 (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 120.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 100 percent

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Free in-room WiFi is limited to 15 minutes per stay

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see near Orongo Bay Homestead?

This vacation home is located in Russell, close to Long Beach, Russell Beach, and Makana Chocolate Boutique. You'll also find Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the vacation home.

Is there a spa available at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Spa services at the vacation home include massages.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead include a casino on the premises?

No, Orongo Bay Homestead doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Orongo Bay Homestead?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Orongo Bay Homestead?

There are many amenities for couples at this vacation home, including champagne service as well as an ocean-view restaurant and private wine tours.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead have a hot tub?

No, but this vacation home does have a sauna.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Orongo Bay Homestead serves breakfast (local cuisine) for a surcharge each morning at Dinner by arrangement.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Orongo Bay Homestead.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Orongo Bay Homestead?

The closest major airport to Orongo Bay Homestead is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), which is 20.7 mi away (46 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Yes, every house at Orongo Bay Homestead comes with a balcony and some offer lake and garden views.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Orongo Bay Homestead.

Orongo Bay Homestead Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Newly Engaged

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Engagement Weekend

Perfect accommodation for a nice weekend away from Auckland. Michael was very welcoming and the room was lovely. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful, peaceful and eco-friendly place to stay. The owners are friendly and helpful. The home-baked breakfast is delightful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Would stay there again. Great experience and the hosts were helpful and flexible with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too expensive, too far out of town, B&B nearly $560 - Beautiful room, not much to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018