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Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home

Cottage with kitchen, 2-minute walk to Bay of Islands

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Beach nearby
Dining
Terrace/patio
Living area
Exterior

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61399 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Russell, Far North
  • Place, Tapeka Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪46 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Russell

This cottage places you next to Tapeka Point and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Tapeka Point - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Tapeka Point Historic Reserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Russell Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Long Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ti Bay Takeaways - ‬31 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.

Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home

Wharepekapeka is a wonderfully located traditional holiday home perfect for a relaxing family getaway in Russell. With 2 bedrooms as well as a conservatory, your family will feel right at home.

This Russell holiday home is situated at Tapeka Peninsula, Wharepekapeka is just a 2 kilometre drive from Russell and 10 kilometres to the car ferry which transports to Opua in Paihia.

This Russell Accommodation is a lovely place for a couple or small family to spend their days enjoying the hot summer sun. It looks out to Sandy Bay and the reserve. String up your hammock on the deck, lie back and watch as the tourist boats and sailboats drift past in the morning and return in the evening... What could be more relaxing?

Just cross the road to a flat reserve where the kids can run free next to the safe sandy beach of Sandy Bay. On the other side of the peninsula is Rocky Bay, a pebble beach perfect for surfing and snorkelling.

Wharepekapeka is cool in the summer and keeps warm in the winter time.

This Russell holiday home has space to park your campervan or your boat. With 2 boat ramps within 2 kilometres from Wharepekapeka, you are spoilt for choice.

Take the kids to Russell, they can be entertained at the school playground while the adults go to the shops or enjoy a cup of coffee.

Come stay a while, you'll feel like you have stepped back in time at wonderful Russell. Enjoy the relaxed pace of life and all the New Zealand history this area has to offer.
BBQ is a Weber charcoal BBQ. Property access is flat, but it is via shared driveway and there is sufficient off-street parking to fit 3 cars.Please note that there is only one single bunk set and one single bed in Bedroom 2 (currently picture of bedroom 2 shows two single bunk sets).As the property has unfenced access to the beach and a nearby stream, adults should closely supervise young children while outside to ensure they are safe around waterPlease note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking.
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. The cottage also includes a washing machine.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Fishing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM

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.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Wharepekapeka Russell Russell
Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home Russell
596155
Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home Private vacation home

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Russell, just steps from Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve, and within a short walk of Tapeka Point. You'll also find Flagstaff Hill and Lookout less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at this cottage?

No, this cottage doesn't offer parking.

Is this cottage associated with a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home?

Couples staying at this cottage will value amenities like a kitchen, kitchens in some accommodations, as well as a garden.

Does Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at this cottage?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cottage.

How close is the airport from this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands), which is 24.9 mi away (55 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home?

Yes, every accommodation at Wharepekapeka - Russell Holiday Home comes with a deck.