Title: Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ Holiday home with kitchenette, 4-minute walk to Bay of Islands ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96380000/96370200/96370189/b7d4a50f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96380000/96370200/96370189/w1200h902x0y0-e68549a5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96380000/96370200/96370189/9adda2bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96380000/96370200/96370189/f7059808.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96380000/96370200/96370189/w1200h896x0y0-de49965b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Near Bay of Islands, Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ provides everything you need. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ Set high above a canopy of native bush with a tranquil view of yachts anchored in the bay below is your own private, downstairs studio, bathed in sunshine, with the quaint historic village of Russell a 5-minute drive away. Surrounded by nature you can hear Kiwi calling in the night, wake to the sound of Tui, joined by Fantails, Wood Pigeons, Tom Tits, and Weka as they go about their day. Down a 150-meter native bush track is beautiful secluded Pomare Bay, sheltered by giant Pohutakawa. The space Uninterrupted views and ample light provide the perfect retreat for you to chill out, pause and reflect, while soaking up the comfortable contemporary surrounds that include: a spacious living area, kitchenette, TV with Netflix, Wi-Fi, separate bedroom with Queen bed, and roomy bathroom. Or soak up the rays on the expansive deck. Kept to the highest standard, every effort has been made to ensure your stay is perfect, with all linen provided, quality bedding, high-pressure shower plus toiletries (due to water restrictions baths are not possible), tea & coffee making facilities, toaster, microwave, induction cooktop, all crockery/cutlery/utensils, and a Webber BBQ to cater for light meals Guest access Situated on the ground floor of the private residence the studio has its own private entrance enabling you to come and go freely and enjoy exclusive use. Parking is available onsite for one vehicle. Other things to note We are on limited tank water supply, therefore, would ask that you conserve water. The main residence is situated above so some movement may be heard and emanate from within both areas. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Kitchenette - Microwave - Toaster ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65410000/65400700/65400619/fb4689a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Self contained studio room with private entrance and stunning sea views Russell - Sea view - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 58 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-04&endDate=2025-12-05&selected=65400619&PinnedHotelID=65400619&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88510000/88503300/88503295/4a6591e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Oneroa Hill, 5 acres of native park with wonderful sea view. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.281742,174.12135&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:xaivEmawe%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40Q%3FS%40S%40Q%40S%40QBS%40Q%40SBQBQBQBQBUDQBODQDQBQDQDSFQDMFSDMFQFOFQFOFQFOHMHOFMHOHOHOHMHKHMJOHKJOHKJKJKJKJMJKLKJKJKLIJKLGLIJKLGLILILELGLINELGLGLENELENELENELCNCNCLANCNCNALCNANCN%3FN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40L%3FN%3FNBN%40NBL%40NBNBN%40LBNBNBLDLDNDNDLDLDLFNFLDLHLFLDLHLHLFLJJHLFLJJHLJJJJJJJJLJJJJJJJJHNJJHNHLHJJLHNHNFNHLFNHLFNFPFNHPDNFPFLDRFLDPDRDPDPBPDPDNBPBTBPBPBPBPBR%40P%40R%40P%40R%40P%40R%40R%3FP%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FPAPATAPAPAPATAPCPCPCPCRCPCRCRELEPCRENEREPEPGNEPGNGPENINGNGPGNILGNINGLININKLIJININKJILKLKJKJKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHKFMJMHMFMHMDMHMFMDOHMDMDMDODODMDMDOBODM%40OBO%40OBMBO%40O%40OBO%3FM%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FO%3FOCOAMAOCOCOAMCOAOEMCOEMEOEMEOEMEMEMIOEMGMIMEMIMGMIKKMGMIKKMIKKKKMKKKKKKKKKKKIMKMIKKOIOIKIMIOIOIMGOIOIMGOGQGOGOGOGQEOGQEOGQEQESCOESEQCMESCSCQCSCQCQAQAQCUAQAQAQAU%3FQAQ%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Hk-_yQiczDxv-Msv-h-1r9yJotQ=) Russell, Northland #### What's nearby - Russell Christ Church - 10 min drive - 4.7 miles - Russell Beach - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles - Long Beach - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles - Tapeka Point - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles - Flagstaff Hill - 12 min drive - 5.4 miles #### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪El Cafe - ‬23 min drive - ‪Bad Habits - ‬24 min drive - ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬23 min drive - ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬26 min drive - ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Pomare's Secret - Russell NZ located? > Located in Te Wahapu, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Bay of Islands and within 6 miles (10 km) of Bay of Islands Marina and Russell Christ Church. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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