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# Heart of Russell Apartment - Russell Apartment

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

In central Russell, Heart of Russell Apartment offers a convenient stay just one street back from the waterfront. This modern apartment is perfect for a fuss-free holiday, sleeping four guests in two bedrooms and providing easy access to shops, bars and cafes.

## Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41130 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Heart of Russell Apartment - Russell Apartment

If you're looking to stay in central Russell you can't go past our ‘Heart of Russell Apartment’.  
  
Conveniently located just one street back from the waterfront, above the local village pharmacy, the ‘Heart of Russell Apartment’ is an easy, two minute stroll to the Russell wharf, shops, bars and cafes. Check out the famous Gables Restaurant, the Swordfish Club, historic Pompellier House and of course the infamous Duke of Marlborough Hotel.  
  
The Russell wharf provides the pickup point for the many adventures out on the water. How you want to explore the islands is just a matter of choosing. Speed off into the distance on a trip to the famous Hole in the Rock, take it easy on a sailing trip, join a dolphin swimming cruise or even catch a fish.  
  
Sleeping four guests in two bedrooms, the ‘Heart of Russell Apartment’ is a self catering, modern apartment perfect for a fuss-free holiday in Romantic Russell.  
  
Welcome to the Heart of Russell Apartment.  
Please note there are 18 steps up into the apartment.   
  
Parking in front of the property is only allowed for 30 minutes, so it is recommended to park along the street.   
  
Please 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.

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Living room

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Garden

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### 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: 1,130 square feet

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## 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

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. 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 

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

596147

## About the area

Located in Russell, this cottage is near the beach. Pompalier House and Pompallier Mission are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and The Parrot Place are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing. [Visit our Russell travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell.dx9659)

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Russell, Far North

### What's nearby

- ![Russell Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111726/777c6990-7253-49f9-a6f5-9c563524daa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Russell Beach  
2 min walk \- 0.1 miles
- ![Russell Christ Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111734/34f28744-28ce-4f33-a0b2-113c796e01e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Russell Christ Church  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- ![Tapeka Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111730/bb7f67e8-12f8-48e8-9340-fe5134fac90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Tapeka Point  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- ![Flagstaff Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111730/41dc944c-b556-4e3b-9271-d583faba67db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Flagstaff Hill  
10 min walk \- 0.6 miles
- Pompalier House  
2 min walk \- 0.1 miles

### Getting around

- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)  
53 min drive

### Restaurants

- Orange Frog  
26 min drive
- Charlotte's Kitchen  
26 min drive
- Duke of Marlborough Hotel  
2 min walk
- CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen  
26 min drive
- Mako Beach Bar  
26 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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## Heart of Russell Apartment - Russell Apartment 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.

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4

8 - Good

1

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0

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

### 10

Property conditions & facilities

## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Cleofe

28 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

Central location. Off street parking is not hard to find. Place in great condition. 

##### Cleofe

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Barbara M.

23 Aug 2025

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

We very much enjoyed our stay. The apartment was so central we could walk to many places. It was clean and comfortable. Thank you!

##### Barbara M.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Michael H.

26 Jan 2021

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

#### Everything was as promised!

Great apartment, very clean and comfortable. Short walks to all the restaurants and waterfront. Was great, highly recommended!

##### Michael H.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Noel M.

29 Jul 2024

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

#### Russell

Great

##### Noel M.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

Verified

### 8/10 Good

#### Verified traveller

19 Apr 2020

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

#### A week in Russell

Great central location, pretty well equipped my only criticisms would be no WiFi or washing machine which I’d expect for the money we paid.

##### Verified traveller

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

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