Title: Top House - unrivalled views and privacy 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 # Top House - unrivalled views and privacy Holiday home in Russell with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/c33a3e6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/da850da0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/a6dd0f77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/112e9a17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/c676eda7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location A garden, laundry facilities and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Top House - unrivalled views and privacy The Top House, so named because of its location, with 270 degree views, has unrivalled privacy, and it's own helipad. This recently renovated 3 bedroom house is located on 330 acres of private farmland. The house has been finished to a high standard, with excellent amenities, including hot tub with amazing views, outdoor dining and lounge spaces on 360 degree decks, WiFi, two TVs, heaps of parking, modern kitchen and luxury bathrooms, and comfortable stylish furniture throughout. The Farm The Top House is located on large family farm. There are no permanent occupants and while there maybe family holidaying in other houses on the farm the privacy of this location is excellent. No Pets There are Kiwi living on the property so we are unable to accept bookings with pets. The Area The village of Russell is located in the stunningly beautiful Bay of Islands. Russell is an historic place with buckets of character. It's home to several historic buildings, including NZ's oldest licenced premises, and an old wooden church still bearing musket bullet holes! Many of the historic buildings are right on the waterfront, and a walk along there is very atmospheric. Further afield there are many picturesque spots around the Bay of Islands and lots of activities and day trips available. Five fun activities in the area: 1\. Explore the Russell village and sample great food from a range of different restaurants. 2\. Check out the vineyards, both near Russell and the rest of the Bay of Islands. A lot of award winning wine is made in Northland. 3\. Get out on the water - go see the Hole in the Rock, go game fishing, just head out to an island with a picnic and go swimming, or try para-sailing. 4\. Go walking around Russell or further afield in the Bay of Islands. 5\. Go to the beach - there are beautiful beaches just minutes from Russell. Driving The most convenient way to get to Russell is to take the car ferry from Opua to Okiato. It's a 5 minute drive to the Top House once you get off the ferry. The ferry is a 7 minute journey, and runs continuously from 6am - 10pm daily. The whole house is for your exclusive use. You'll also have access to a garage. This is a private house. There are other houses on the property which are well away from the Top House. These houses are not permanently occupied, but if anyone is in residence they'll stay out of your way during your stay. There is a contact number in case of any urgent requirements while you're there. The Top House is handy to all local amenities while retaining a high degree of privacy. It's a 7 minute drive from Russell township, and 5 minutes from the Opua-Okiato car ferry. Omata Vineyard, which has great views, delicious wine, and casual eatery, is 3 minutes drive. Long Beach, a great sandy beach with excellent swimming is 10 minutes drive. If walking is your thing there's plenty of options both close by and further afield. Paihia is just across the water and can be accessed by car or passenger ferry. You'll need a car to get to and from the Top House. There is a taxi service in Russell if you want a night out without worrying about driving. In peak summer holiday period the taxi service is extremely busy and bookings are essential. Call The Russell Cab - phone number is available online. This is the only taxi in Russell \- Absolutely no pets – this is a conservation zone, and there are Kiwi on the property, so no pets, no exceptions. \- Road gate must be kept closed at all times – this is a working farm. \- No parties or events are permitted. \- No loud noise after 10pm. \- No shoes inside. \- Smoking is not permitted inside or on any of the decks. \- No commercial activity is permitted without permission from us. \- You will be charged for any extra guests not on the booking. \- You will be charged for any damage to the property during your stay. Where guests cause damage beyond normal wear and tear, you must inform us of the damage as soon as possible. \- There are security cameras outside the house, but not inside the house. \- Recycling must be separated from general rubbish \- While cleaning fees are included in your rental, guests should not leave the property in a state that requires excessive or deep cleaning (mouldy dishes, soiled carpets, marks on the walls etc). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### 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 - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63510000/63502900/63502868/8fa66e0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magic Water Views Russell Russell - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 26 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=63502868&PinnedHotelID=63502868&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27030000/27021600/27021572/f740a9db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stunning views in a magnificent waterside location Paihia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 111 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=27021572&PinnedHotelID=27021572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83920000/83915700/83915636/0082eaea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beachfront Luxury Villa - Seascape Bay of Islands - Spa Pool, Infinty Views Russell - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=83915636&PinnedHotelID=83915636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34619900/34619814/674f257e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayswater, beach hotel Paihia, bay of islands Paihia - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Outdoor space 9.6 Exceptional 48 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-14&endDate=2025-10-15&selected=34619814&PinnedHotelID=34619814&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37970000/37965200/37965114/06da37e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxurious Russell - absolute waterfront! 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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### Property is also known as 285257 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.30765%2C174.14265&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tNXXjgSc1fBkCXcQ5sS7zyUcumk=) Russell, Northland #### What's nearby - Russell Christ Church - 14 min drive - 5.0 miles - Russell Beach - 15 min drive - 5.2 miles - Flagstaff Hill - 16 min drive - 5.6 miles - Paihia Beach - 28 min drive - 7.5 miles - Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive - 7.8 miles #### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 65 min drive #### Restaurants - El Cafe - CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - Hone's Garden - Bad Habits - Duke of Marlborough Hotel ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Top House - unrivalled views and privacy pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Top House - unrivalled views and privacy located? > Situated in Russell, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Russell Beach, Long Beach and Paihia Beach. Elliot Bay's Beach and Bland Bay Beach are also within 25 miles (40 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Top House - unrivalled views and privacy Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avril K. 29 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was amazing, we had a marvelous time. ##### Avril K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cemone R. 30 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow, what a beautiful house! Incredibly comfortable, clean, private and peaceful with the most stunning views - this property is something special. The house was warm and welcoming when we arrived, the main living area was beautiful, bedrooms and beds very comfortable, a great bath and showers, and the fireplace and spa were amazing!!Communication with the host was excellent, and we enjoyed our stay so much we extended it by a couple of days! 1000 stars to match those we saw at night! We will be back :) ##### Cemone R. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virgil I. 7 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waitangi Stay 2025 We stayed at Top House from 5th to 7th Feb 2025 (Waitangi), we were absolutely blown away with the property. it was clean and immaculate. the hosts went the extra mile with ensuring the Air con was on, arriving to a nice cool property and some supplies, which was grealt appreciated! We highly recommend this property, we are planning future stays here. ##### Virgil I. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingmar-Robert 5 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication . ##### Ingmar-Robert Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hilton London Paddington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Hilton-London-Paddington.h598182.Hotel-Information) > > [Beautiful Portugese Villa | 6 Bedroooms | Villa Albufeira Grande | Private Pool.](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albufeira-Hotels-Beautiful-Portugese-Villa-6-Bedroooms-Villa-Albufeira-Grande-Private-Pool-Beautiful-Sea.h46086383.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tromsø](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Troms-Hotels.d3512.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Eurexpo Lyon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eurexpo-Lyon-Hotels.0-l6144104-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Caravan Parks Romford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Romford-Caravan-Parks.d6144833-aaCaravanParks.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Anglers paradise and great family holiday place](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Makarora-Hotels-Anglers-Paradise-And-Great-Family-Holiday-Place.h37278832.Hotel-Information) > > [Rainforest Retreat](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Franz-Josef-Glacier-Hotels-Rainforest-Retreat.h7088168.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Leeds](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Leeds-Hotels.d6035434.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Rosewood Matakauri](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Queenstown-Hotels-Matakauri-Lodge.h1097561.Hotel-Information) > > [Bankside Hotel, Autograph Collection](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Bankside-Hotel.h27347295.Hotel-Information) > > [Hostels Walsall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Walsall-Hostels.d5459-aaHostels.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - Schiphol by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Amsterdam-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Amsterdam-Schiphol.h4119667.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edmonton-London-Hotels.0-n3000662730-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Spa Hotels in Camberley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camberley-Hotels-Spa-Hotels.0-0-d4594-tSpaHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [ibis Rotorua](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rotorua-Hotels-Ibis-Rotorua.h1131218.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Oak](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Liverpool-Hotels-Royal-Oak.h11785635.Hotel-Information) > > [FourSeasons Hotels in Antalya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Antalya-Hotels-Four-Seasons.0-0-d481--bFourSeasons.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Resorts Albania](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Albania-Hotel-Resorts.d2-aaHotelResorts.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Tongariro Suites at The Rocks](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Horopito-Hotels-Tongariro-Suites-At-The-Rocks.h9679404.Hotel-Information) > > [Acropolis View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Athens-Hotels-Acropolis-View-Hotel.h2520146.Hotel-Information) > > [Richmond Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Richmond-Hotels-Richmond-Holiday-Park.h29218591.Hotel-Information) > > [Adults Only Resorts & Hotels in Lisbon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lisbon-Hotels-Adults-Only-Resorts.0-0-d2080-tAdultsOnlyResorts.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Aswan (ASW) to Cairo (CAI)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/asw/cai/aswan-to-cairo) > > [Flights from Sepang (KUL) to London (LHR)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/kul/lhr/kuala-lumpur-to-london) ### Cars > [Car hire in Finland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Finland.d58.Car-Hire-Destinations) ### Activities > [Things to do in Crete](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Crete.d180100.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Newquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Newquay.d2596.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Berwick-upon-Tweed Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Berwick-Upon-Tweed.d182451.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Southport Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Southport.d5690.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Israel Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Israel.d85.Holidays-City-Breaks)