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Superb sea views with excellent beach location

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A small building with a covered deck, a flagpole, and a satellite dish.
A sunset over a body of water with rocky formations in the foreground.
Living area
Interior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Flagstaff Hill
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Tapeka Point (Russell), Russell
  • Place, Tapeka Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Tapeka Point Historic Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area

About this property

Superb sea views with excellent beach location

The Houston Cottage is a charming,comfortable,marine themed beach cottage with superb views of sandy beaches and the Inner Bay of Islands.

Enjoy open plan living with spacious decks, adequate grassed area for play or parking.(cars and boat)
The relax living area with beach views, this collectic beach house adds a unique feeling of complete relaxation and rejuvenation which will give you fond memories of the Bay of islands making you want to return.

3 minutes walk to beach and boat ramp facilities.
5 minutes by car to Russell,cafes restaurants, tennis courts,hotels etc

Cottage suitable for families and couples.
Special conditions:
Linen only provided by Negotiation.

Extras: Cleaning (Required, NZ$75.00 per stay); NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to: Bring your own linen (towels/sheets/tea towels);

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House Rules

Check in after 1:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 20036706
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
On-site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, this holiday home is near the beach. Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and The Parrot Place are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Map
Tapeka Point (Russell), Russell

What's nearby

  • Tapeka Point - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tapeka Point Historic Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Russell Beach - 10 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 11 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Breeze Cafe - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Seaside - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Superb sea views with excellent beach location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Superb sea views with excellent beach location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Superb sea views with excellent beach location?

Check-in begins at 1:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Superb sea views with excellent beach location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Superb sea views with excellent beach location located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is steps away from Tapeka Point and Bay of Islands. Tapeka Point Historic Reserve and Flagstaff Hill are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Rose B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location; tidy and warm.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great host and a great property with everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karly Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for a comfortable stay. Beautiful ocean views. Sunlit property with a perfect balcony for sundowners and a cheese plate. Host communication was excellent. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

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

Wonderful cottage

The Houston cottage is in a wonderful location and the host was very helpful and informative about the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonya B.

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

Great property

Beautiful views, property as described would stay again. Very enjoyable
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

mereika b.

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing family holiday. Was equipped with everything we needed. Beautiful views & nice walks close by. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2022
We found Mereika very easy to deal with and her family left the cottage as they found it great renters
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

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

Best view in the street

Only used for sleeping but great location for walks, visiting Russell, boat trips, and peace and quiet. View is fab from the deck, better than pics 😊 Thanks for having us.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

Great location.

A great location at TAPEKA just a few minutes drive front Russell, cafes, restaurants and shops. 2 excellent swimming beaches just a couple of mins walk. Fantastic views. Walking tracks. House is well set up with all you need. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin H.

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

break

We had a really nice break. The property was clean and comfortable and the communication with the owner was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
We found Collin and his family first class visitors easy to work with They left the property very clean and tidy thanks
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barnaby C.

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

Tapeka

Interesting area , good views from the house, with good walks and things to do with kids, great kiwi Bach.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2023
We found Barnaby easy to deal with and responsive we would be happy to have the family stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Title

Great thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Apr 2024
Pauls team left the place tidy were easy to work with. Would have them stay again
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maja Lund L.

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

A beautiful and cosy house in a stunning location

We have absolutely loved our stay. Had dinner while watching the sun set over the sea, walked down to the beach and dived right off the shore, short drive to Russel, a beautiful little town woth lots of great restaurants and cafes. House is very neat clean and tidy. Super cosy. Love being able to sit and look at the sea. For my wlderly parents the loving room was a little cold in due to the lack of a heater and us visiting early spring. But each bedroom had a heater so we were plenty cosy during the nights. The owners were a joy to interact with, quick to reply and very kind. We can warmly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

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

Top Spot

Fantastic location and great hosts. I would recommend this lovely holiday home to anyone that would like a very special plae
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teina S.

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

Great location

A great place for a family
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

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

Wonderful for children

The location is fantastic. Two houses one way to a beautiful rocky beach, with rock pools and little caves; great exploring - two minutes walk the other way to a sandy beach. A five minute drive to Russell for shopping and the wonderful Seaside restaurant and cafe. An outside shower (warm water) means it is easy to keep children sand free. The property is a little dated in terms of decor and facilities but a typical seaside bach, comfortable and family friendly. To be recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul F.

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

lovely will retire at tapeka point

clean, tidy, good feeling home, nothing negative about the property, i will call brian if i win lotto
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina S.

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

Great Christmas Getaway!

Thank you Brian and Gayle for renting us your wonderful Tapeka house. It was a perfect place for our family to relax and explore the beautiful Bay of Islands. The house is well equipped and set up for a family, right by a lovely beach and with a gorgeous view. It was just perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

clint r.

fantastic classic kiwi batch perfect for a family and everything you need

had a great time here at houston cottage beautiful beach and were lucky enough to have dolphins off the beach which family loved safe swimming and easy access boat ramp 1 min away. comfortable house great aspect for sunrise and sunsets over the bay we will be back. also great communication with brian fast and easy to deal with and very helpful all in all fantastic stay 😁
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia O.

Great kiwi Bach style not too fussy so felt relax and decking allows good indoor outdoor flow

Enjoyable stay nice and relaxed. Awesome views
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Patrick M.

The property was perfect for what our requirements were for the stay

A very near and tidy home that we enjoyed staying in for our short holiday. The owners communication was brilliant and I always felt that if I ever needed to contact him for any reason he would always be there to help out where he could. What’s also worth mentioning is the lovely community at Tapeka Pt. Everyone knows everyone out there and the lovely people there added to what was already a lovely holiday. Thanks Brian, if ever we require a place to stay in Tapeka Pt again, we’ll be sure to contact you. Thanks for everything, The Moon family
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Penelope B.

The property was perfect as a family bach.

The property was perfect as a family bach. Everything we needed was on site and in great condition. Lovely views to two beaches, perfect quiet no exit street. Warm house with lots of pillows and blankets should you need them. Dolphins swimming off the beach, great fun from a kayak or from the shore, five minute drive to the shops and restaurants of Russell. We will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tania P.

This is a great batch very clean with everything you need.

This is a great batch very clean with everything you need. Tapeka point was an awesome location with a great swimming beach a short walk away. Russell is a short drive or good walk away but if I was to choose I would rather stay at Tapeka point than Russell because it is quieter and has a great swimming beach.
Archival

6/10 Okay

Michele S.

Cottage is very homely with everything you need.

Cottage is very homely with everything you need. Lovely views and easy access to 2 beaches.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

beautiful outlook, the batch was perfect for our weekend getaway.

beautiful outlook, the batch was perfect for our weekend getaway.
Archival

8/10 Good

Lovely location close to 2 beaches and spectacular coastal scenery.

Lovely location close to 2 beaches and spectacular coastal scenery.

About the host

Hosted by BrianHouston20

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What makes this property unique

Casual relaxed family accommodation
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