Title: Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home 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 # Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home Holiday home with kitchen, 9-minute walk to Bay of Islands ## Photo gallery for Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home ![Exterior - Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70103500/70103468/8fd1dc98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Pool - Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70103500/70103468/8e3a604a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70103500/70103468/69824bfe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster - Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70103500/70103468/0dc68d47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, dishwasher, toaster - Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70110000/70103500/70103468/w2976h2000x0y0-7cf34ad0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Welcome to Russell Cottages, where the charm of a historic town meets modern comfort. Relax in the spacious living area with Smart TV and WiFi, or unwind on the deck surrounded by lush green lawn. With three bedrooms comfortably sleeping six guests and shared recreation facilities like a swimming pool, spa pool, BBQ area and playground nearby. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home Step into ultimate holiday bliss and relaxation. Welcome to Russell Cottages! Located in the heart of the historic town of Russell and spread across two levels, this holiday cottage offers all the must haves for a quintessential Kiwi getaway all wrapped up in a perfect blend of contemporary design and classic features. Feel right at home in the spacious open-plan living and dining area which allows you to unwind from your usual daily hustle and bustle. Sit back and enjoy your favourite shows on the Smart TV, stay connected on the WiFi, and for year-round comfort switch on the heat pump. Enjoy the bright and modern kitchen, equipped with all the essentials you need to cook up all your holiday favourites. Flow seamlessly onto the deck for the perfect setting for those idyllic summer evenings watching the kids play on the lush green lawn. Three bedrooms here at Russell Cottages comfortably sleep up to six guests, with two full bathrooms plus an additional ground floor toilet providing ample conveniences for your stay. Resort-style living could not get much better, with shared recreation facilities on offer throughout your stay. Take a plunge in the swimming or spa pool, cook up a storm on the BBQ, and let the kids make the most of the playground. Russell has so much to offer, and being just a four-minute walk from the waterfront you'll find yourself spoilt for choice when it comes to dining options, including the popular Duke of Marlborough and Hones Garden. Fancy a day trip? Take a boat trip out to explore The Hole in a Rock, making sure to keep your eyes peeled for the local dolphin pod on the way! For your next escape to the beautiful Bay of Islands, Russell Cottages is ready for you! Please note that the swimming pool, spa pool, playground and BBQ area are all shared facilities.As the deck at this property does not have a barrier and has a small drop on to grass, all guests should take care when using this area due to the risk of falls.The pictured fireplace is not available for guest use.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 ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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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 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 Russell Cottages Russell Home 601354 Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home Russell Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home Private vacation home ## About the area Russell is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. [Visit our Russell travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell.dx9659) [View more Holiday homes in Russell](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Russell-Private-Holiday-Homes.d9659-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-35.265545,174.12338&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:p%7CevEcnwe%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40Q%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%40QBS%40SBQBQ%40QBQBSDOBSBQDQDQBQFQDSDMDSFQFMDQFOFQFOHQFMFOHOFOHMHOHMHOHKJOHMJKHOJKHKLKJMHKJKLKJKLKJGLKJILILGLKJILELILGNILELILCNGLENELELENENALENCNALCNANCNCNAL%3FNCN%3FNAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBL%3FN%40NBNBN%40LBN%40NBLDN%40LDNDLDNDLDLFNBLHLDLHNFLHJDLHLJLFJHLHLJJFLJJJJJJJJJJLJJJJJJHNJJHLJNHJHNHLHNFLHNHNFNFLHPFNFPFNDPFLDPFRDLDRDPDPDPBPDNBTDNBR%40PBPBPBP%40R%40RBP%40R%40P%3FR%40R%3FP%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAN%3FRAP%3FTAPAPCPATAPCPCPCPARCPEPCTELCREPEPEPEPENGPEPGNEPGLGRGLIPGNGNILINGLININILILKLINKJILKLKHKLKJKJKJKJKJMJKHMJMHKFMHMJMFKFMFOFMHMDMHODMDMDODMDODMDOBMDO%40OBM%40OBO%40OBOBM%3FO%40O%3FOBO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOCO%3FOAM%3FOCOCOAOCMAOCOAMEOCOEMEMEOEMEOEMEMIMEOIMGMGMGKGMKMIMGKIMKKIMKKKMKKKIKKKMMIIKMIMKKIOKMIMIMIOIOIMGOIMGOGOIQGMGSGMEQGOGQEQEOEQGQCQEQESCQCQEQCQCSAQCQCQAQCUAQAQAQ%3FUAQAS%3FO%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=L8HToAAZEqd_n81EIDostsy5Ggk=) Russell, Far North ### What's nearby - ![Russell Christ Church featuring a church or cathedral](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 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![Russell Beach which includes a bay or harbour and a sunset](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 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Russell Museum which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111728/f6786d18-648f-41e4-bbd3-efed6d18a928.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Russell Museum 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![Flagstaff Hill showing a bay or harbour and a lake or waterhole](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 13 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Long Beach 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - Orange Frog 26 min drive - Charlotte's Kitchen 26 min drive - Duke of Marlborough Hotel 4 min walk - CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen 26 min drive - Mako Beach Bar 25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home have a pool? ### Is Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home? ### What time is check-in at Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home? ### What time is check-out at Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home? ### Where is Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Russell Cottages - Russell Holiday Home 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 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kaitlin N. 4 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous property Amazing holiday in this beautiful house, with such fantastic and friendly communication from the Host. 10/10 ##### Kaitlin N. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charmaine M. 5 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous location. Great time and would stay there again. ##### Charmaine M. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veili P. 10 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Place to stay very clean We all Love this place , near the beach and located at the heart of Russell Island thanks again ##### Veili P. 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