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Waterfront Historic Homestead in Clendon Cove with tidal boat ramp, EV charging
Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Manawaora Bay, Russell
- Place, Bay of Islands1 min walk
- Place, Russell Beach18 min drive
- Place, Flagstaff Hill19 min drive
- Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1 - Master Queen
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2 - Seaview Queen
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3 - Twin singles
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4 - Single
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 5 - Back Twin
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Waterfront Historic Homestead in Clendon Cove with tidal boat ramp, EV charging
Historic homestead on 11 acres with stream, riparian rights, kayaks and kids swings, outdoor power for EV charging.
Peaceful location, family and child friendly for relaxing, biking, boating and outdoor activities. Ideal for extended or multi-family holidays.
Sleeps 9 (or a maximum of 10) in 5 bedrooms. Further 2 bedrooms can be booked in the separate studio). Base rate quoted is for up to 4 guests. Unless specifically requested, bookings are made for the 5 bedroom Homestead only.
Homestead has fully equipped kitchen for up to 10 guests, and even has a bread-maker.
Lounge has view through historic multi-paned windows to Clendon Cove with its ever changing tidal foreshore.
Two bathrooms each have shower, basin, toilet and wall heater. Laundry has front loader washing machine and heat pump dryer.
Kitchen is well equipped for at least 10 guests with two fridge-freezers, induction hob, oven, microwave and dishwasher.
Access is flat with heaps of space for cars and boat trailers.
Concrete launching ramp (suitable 2 hours each side of high tide) is OK for boats up to 6m and there is a fish bench. There is a gas califont outdoor shower that guests are encouraged to use after water activities.
All tide boat launching available at Te Uenga about 5km away.
No boat? Some guests fish from the complimentary kayaks or at low tide walk out to fish from Clendon Cove rocks.
Swimming is fun in the stream at high tide and there is shallow swimming from the beach (a long walk to get deep water). Good swimming at Jills Beach within walking distance. It is about 15 minutes drive to Elliot Bay on the East Coast for sand and surf, and about 20 minutes to Long Beach over the hill from Russell township.
For the adventurous walk to the old Whangamumu Whaling station (2.5 hours return) or even to Cape Brett.
In Russell about 15 minutes away (17 km) are cafes, restaurants, tours (e.g. Hole in the Rock), fishing charters, museum, the oldest church in NZ, Pompallier Mission and Printery, oyster farms and vineyards. The local mini bus tour is highly recommended.
Further afield Paihia, Waitangi and Kerikeri offer history, shopping, wineries and golf.
Your hosts live in nearby house on the property and can assist with baby sitting and meeting your needs.
Please bring your own beach towels, wet shoes and fishing rods.
Clendon Lodge is a multi-million dollar location with reasonable rates.
It is a stunning venue for marquee weddings and enquiries are welcome.
Special conditions:
Regretably we cannot allow the cooking of curry as we have found it impossible to guarantee the removal of the odour for subsequent guests.
Basic pantry supplies such as flour, sugar, breadcrumbs, oil are available for a donation towards replacements.
Guests are responsible for their rubbish and recycling although arrangements may be able to be made with owner to assist. Russell tip and transfer station opening hours are provided in information pack.
Peaceful location, family and child friendly for relaxing, biking, boating and outdoor activities. Ideal for extended or multi-family holidays.
Sleeps 9 (or a maximum of 10) in 5 bedrooms. Further 2 bedrooms can be booked in the separate studio). Base rate quoted is for up to 4 guests. Unless specifically requested, bookings are made for the 5 bedroom Homestead only.
Homestead has fully equipped kitchen for up to 10 guests, and even has a bread-maker.
Lounge has view through historic multi-paned windows to Clendon Cove with its ever changing tidal foreshore.
Two bathrooms each have shower, basin, toilet and wall heater. Laundry has front loader washing machine and heat pump dryer.
Kitchen is well equipped for at least 10 guests with two fridge-freezers, induction hob, oven, microwave and dishwasher.
Access is flat with heaps of space for cars and boat trailers.
Concrete launching ramp (suitable 2 hours each side of high tide) is OK for boats up to 6m and there is a fish bench. There is a gas califont outdoor shower that guests are encouraged to use after water activities.
All tide boat launching available at Te Uenga about 5km away.
No boat? Some guests fish from the complimentary kayaks or at low tide walk out to fish from Clendon Cove rocks.
Swimming is fun in the stream at high tide and there is shallow swimming from the beach (a long walk to get deep water). Good swimming at Jills Beach within walking distance. It is about 15 minutes drive to Elliot Bay on the East Coast for sand and surf, and about 20 minutes to Long Beach over the hill from Russell township.
For the adventurous walk to the old Whangamumu Whaling station (2.5 hours return) or even to Cape Brett.
In Russell about 15 minutes away (17 km) are cafes, restaurants, tours (e.g. Hole in the Rock), fishing charters, museum, the oldest church in NZ, Pompallier Mission and Printery, oyster farms and vineyards. The local mini bus tour is highly recommended.
Further afield Paihia, Waitangi and Kerikeri offer history, shopping, wineries and golf.
Your hosts live in nearby house on the property and can assist with baby sitting and meeting your needs.
Please bring your own beach towels, wet shoes and fishing rods.
Clendon Lodge is a multi-million dollar location with reasonable rates.
It is a stunning venue for marquee weddings and enquiries are welcome.
Special conditions:
Regretably we cannot allow the cooking of curry as we have found it impossible to guarantee the removal of the odour for subsequent guests.
Basic pantry supplies such as flour, sugar, breadcrumbs, oil are available for a donation towards replacements.
Guests are responsible for their rubbish and recycling although arrangements may be able to be made with owner to assist. Russell tip and transfer station opening hours are provided in information pack.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portable cot and high chair available on request.
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Events/parties must be arranged prior with owner.
Pets
No pets 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 99
Note from host: Events/parties must be arranged prior with owner.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Russell
Located in Russell, this holiday home is on the beach. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pompalier House and Treaty House. Travelling with kids? Consider Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Surfing/body boarding, fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Manawaora Bay, Russell
What's nearby
- Bay of Islands - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Russell Beach - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
- Flagstaff Hill - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
- Paihia Beach - 33 min drive - 23.2 km
- Paihia Wharf - 34 min drive - 23.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hone's Garden - 16 min drive
- Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 16 min drive
- Butterfish Restaurant & Cafe - 17 min drive
- Seaside - 16 min drive
- Nauti Penguin - 16 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by James_and_Sue_McLaren

What makes this property unique
Location is a slice of paradise, expansive flat area to foreshore, park-like grounds, olive grove and an amazing night sky.
Languages:
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Premier Host
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