Title: Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell Holiday home with kitchen, steps from Bay of Islands ## Photo gallery for Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell ![Property grounds - Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486900/29486899/c1120efe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486900/29486899/2d14b0e0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486900/29486899/d31db8c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486900/29486899/592c60c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29490000/29486900/29486899/65b271ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape North is a 3-level haven for families, nestled in historic Russell. Enjoy the waterfront views from the upper-level master suite or take a leisurely stroll to explore restaurants like The Duke of Marlborough and Butterfish. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell Escape North is a private 3 level retreat for extended families, in historic Russell close to the boat ramp and the waterfront with a view of the water from the upper-level master suite, located just a short stroll to the Russell anchorage. Enjoy a 2-minute gentle stroll along the waterfront where you will find our famous restaurants The Duke of Marlborough, Butterfish and The Gables, the wharf shops and cafes. The house is self-catering with a large farmhouse style and kitchen dining area, full oven, range hood, microwave, fridge freezer, etc, the lounge is large and spacious with access to the covered front deck by french doors, alternatively, you can catch the morning sun on the breakfast deck. The master bedroom is located on the third tier and has a sitting room and its own en-suite. The middle tier has the main living, kitchen dining, main bathroom and 2 bedrooms. The lower entry tier has 3 bedrooms and a bathroom. The laundry is located in the garage. Bedding configuration is; 3 x Super-king 1 x King 1x Queen 1 x Double 2 Single SPECIAL CONDITIONS: For your comfort, the house is pet free and is a non-smoking property. No gathering/parties or unauthorised/additional persons staying at the property, this will breach the rental conditions and you may be asked to depart the property. Our general Terms & Conditions apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### 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) - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Location Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Location House Extended Family Retreat Central Location Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location Russell Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location Extended Family Retreat Central Russell Location Russell ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.259098,174.12593&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:ftdvEa%7Ewe%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FQ%40Q%40U%3FQBS%40Q%40S%40QBSBQBQBQBQBQBQDSBODSDQDQDQDOFQDQFODQFOFQHOFMFQHOFOHMFOHOHMJOHKHMHOJKHOJKJKJKJKJKJKJMJKLKJILILIJILGLKLILELGLILILENGLELELENELGNELANENELCNANCNALCNCNAL%3FNAN%3FNCN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FNBN%3FN%40N%3FN%40LBNBN%40NBL%40NBLDNDN%40LDNFLDLDNDLDLFLDNHLHLFLDLHJJLFLHLHJHLHJJJJJLLJJJJJHJJJJJJNHJJNHLHJHNHLHNHNFLHNFNHLFPFNFPFNDPFNFPDPFNDPDPBPDRDNBRDPBPBPBPBPBP%40R%40PBR%40P%40R%40P%40T%3FP%40P%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAP%3FPATAPAPAPCTAPAPCPCRCPCPCPEPCPEREPCPEPEPGNEPGPGNEPGNGNGNGRILGNILGNINILININIJILKNIJKNKJKJIJKJKJMJKJKJKLMFKLMFMFMHKJMHMDMFMHOFMFMFMDODMDMDODMDOBODMDOBM%40OBO%40OBM%40OBO%3FO%40O%3FOBM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOCO%3FOAM%3FOCOAMCOAOCOAMCOEOEMCOEMEOEMEMEMEOGMGMGMIMGMEMIMKMIKGMGMMKGMMKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKKIOKKIOIMIKKOIOIMGOIOGMIOGQGOIOGOGOEQGOEQGQEOEQEQEQEQCSEQCQCQCQCQCSCQCQAQAUAQCQ%3FQAUAQ%3FQAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iDwFnGFyI3L7hz7BOEey5Db72_U=) Russell, Northland #### What's nearby - Russell Beach \- 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Tapeka Point \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Russell Christ Church \- 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Flagstaff Hill \- 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Long Beach \- 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles #### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬26 min drive - ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬26 min drive - ‪Bad Habits - ‬27 min drive - ‪Orange Frog - ‬26 min drive - ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬3 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell? ### What time is check-in at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell? ### What time is check-out at Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell? ### Where is Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Escape North - Extended Family Retreat, located in central Russell Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kate P. 13 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful retreat The house is lovely and the location hard to beat- peaceful but a minute from restaurants and front ##### Kate P. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel W. 3 Mar 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family in Russell Lovely house accommodating large group comfortably in a fantastic location ##### Daniel W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martine B., San Clemente, CA 24 Feb 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great for families Super house and great location. ##### Martine B. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mike F. 30 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect spot in Russell A great house for our extended family stay. Everything you need in a fabulous house that is on the doorstep of everything you want to be near in Russell. Would defo return. ##### Mike F. ### 8/10 Good #### David W., Auckland, New Zealand 28 Dec 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Xmas Week Had a great stay in very central location. Had large family group staying and the proximity to all facilities and amenities provided something for everyone. Warm and homely house was perfect for family stay. ##### David W. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger K., perth western australia 8 Oct 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### wonderful property the property is well laid out and appointed plus it's so close to the amenities there is not much need for the car. ##### Roger K. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jo C., Rotorua 7 May 2019 #### Work We rented this house for our work team / film crew. It was perfect for our requirements. It was large enough to give everyone their own space. Well equipped home. Easy & clear communication with the hosts. I would recommend this home to others. ##### Jo C. Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Larissa I. 21 Apr 2019 #### Fantastic spot This was a great location to stay. Lovely home and a great space for extended family. Be aware of the operating days for the recycling and rubbish, as it was closed on our check out day so we had an hour round trip plus ferry to take this to the nearest open recycling and rubbish location before our check out. We recommend you check the local stations opening times so you don’t get caught out. A great stay all up. Very clean and tidy. Beautiful view from top floor and great walking distance to town. Would recommend for a family getaway. The neighbour was also super nice, and locals were awesome, so friendly and relaxed. ##### Larissa I. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey M. 18 Mar 2019 #### Escape North, Russell Escape North is perfect for a large group of friends or for extended family gatherings. It's located just a stone's throw from the centre of Russell and so handy to cafes and to the ferry. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house felt like a home away from home. Clean, comfortable and very spacious with an exceptionally well equipped kitchen. Barry and Lesley were very easy to deal with and answered all our questions promptly. Would definitely recommend Escape North to family and friends wanting a lovely place to stay in Russell. In fact, we already have! Tracey and friends ##### Tracey M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Georgina C. 5 Jan 2019 #### Beautifully presented , Awesome location! Very well presented house with plenty of room to chill out in the living areas. Set into one of the best locations in Russell - 2 minutes walk from the main shopping area, just down the drive for a swim, and lots of places to walk if the mood is right. Would be perfect if the freezer was accessible, but we loved it none the less! ##### Georgina C. 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