Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two.

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A wooden deck with a table and bench, an umbrella, and a view of the sea.
A wooden structure with a glass enclosure, surrounded by greenery and a wooden deck.
A marina with multiple sailboats docked, surrounded by residential buildings and greenery.
A bathroom with a large window, a sink, a toilet, and a shelf with towels.
A coastal residential area with houses, a marina, and a view of the sea.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Bay of Islands

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Terrace

Explore the area

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Russell, Northland
  • Place, Russell Christ Church
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bay of Islands
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

One

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Russell

Russell is home to this cottage. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Bay of Islands Marina and Paihia Wharf. Action World and Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Map
Russell, Northland

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Russell Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bay of Islands - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 52 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cellini's - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Sage At Paroabay - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Gables - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two.?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two. on 4 June 2027 start from AU$612, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Te_Manaaki Cottage - A private and quiet Russell villa for two. located?

Situated in Russell, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Russell Christ Church and Bay of Islands. Russell Museum and Pompalier House are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

LOVED our stay here

Lovely spot, very well located and everything works well.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay

Our stay was great. Russell is beautiful and we got to look out over the harbour from the deck. It’s an easy 2 minute walk down the hill to the town and we loved the house. Huge bed, good facilities and very clean and tidy. Recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mr.

Excellent location and clean accommodation. Manager, Barry was very helpful with property, Russell activities and access to various local beaches, restaurants, Hiking trails, Other towns
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Gem

The bach is in a great location and features an amazing view of the water. A quick walk down to the shops, supermarket and water. The property was very clean and tidy and provided everything we needed. It has airconditioning for the hot months and extra blankets for the cold.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks for your lovely comments we are pleased that you enjoyed the cottage, we would welcome you back any time, thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

great spot and lovely hosts

Really comfortable and great view
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanks

Great spot, private but with a great view and walking distance to everything Thanks, we had a great time😁
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A sweet spot

Large studio with separate bathroom. Two decks. Clean. Everything you need. Comfy, airy, great views. Nice lawn. Wekas for neighbours. We loved it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Stay in Russell!

Absolutely wonderful staying here! The view out to the bay is sublime and we really could have sat and watched the water all day, but we also asked Leslie for some recommendations for food in and around town, and everything was delicious! The house was perfect for our needs, and we even grilled up some lamb one night. Couldn't have asked for a better spot to land in the Bay of Isles.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Russell

Property was clean and tidy and host was very good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed a beautiful weekend

This bach is a little gem. Check in and check out was very smooth, the place was clean, the view fantastic and it's only a short walk to the beach front of Russell.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Time out the week before Christmas

This is an excellent place to go to as a couple for time out. A highlight is to sit on the deck with a glass of something cold, while enjoying the views over the harbour with the coming and going of ferries and small boats. Location is also excellent, being close to the township and long beach. we recommend this batch highly.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quite getaway in Russell

Great view-clean and very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This is a lovely place to stay the photos don't really do it justice, it would have been so nice to have stayed longer. A very well kept property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning views and so romantic for two.

Thank you Lesley for your lovely welcome, help and advice (Lesley will always check if you are OK if she meets you in the local pub!!). What a wonderful place. Everything is to an extremely high standard. Very comfortable, lots of little extras and the view and the location is so romantic. We stayed for a few nights in the winter and just did not want to leave this cosy Villa. However, as everything is so nearby, we obviously did, but it was such a lovely place to come home to. To the next visitors..... Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks for the lovely review, it is always a pleasure hosting wonderful people who enjoy the best of Russell and its surroundings... You are welcome back anytime in the future, take care.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A lovely gem of a cottage!

We had such a lovely week in Russell. We loved being up on the hillside with view out over the harbor. It was such a great location to walk down to town or up and over the hill to Long Beach. We enjoyed the cottage itself too. Really a gem.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2020
Thanks very much for your lovely review, we are pleased that you enjoyed the cottage and our beautiful village, you are welcome back anytime, take care - thanks again.
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8/10 Good

Was perfect for our short stay in Russell.

Was perfect for our short stay in Russell. Great location. Lovely view. Bed superb. Lack of stove drawback for extended stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent studio in perfect location.

Excellent studio in perfect location. Peaceful yet handy to all amenities. Great view.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

excellent property and location

excellent property and location
Archival

8/10 Good

A hot plate or stove top would be a welcome addition for most travelers.

A hot plate or stove top would be a welcome addition for most travelers. The BBQ is a good one though. Great location and views.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

We really enjoyed our stay here.

We really enjoyed our stay here. It is in an excellent location, great view, yet very close to seafront. Very clean property, well furnished and professionally managed. Would definately return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely bach!

Lovely bach! Booking was super easy, response was very quick as we decided to book a last minute getaway. Well appointed bach, friendly hosts, wonderful location and views!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

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Archival

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely time at Te Manaaki Villa.

We had a lovely time at Te Manaaki Villa. So nice and relaxing, with amazing views over the bay. The villa is very comfortable, with lots of little thoughtful touches to make guests' stays enjoyable. We hope to return again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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