Location:Russell, New Zealand
Bedrooms:4 Bathrooms:2 Property Type:Vacation Home Sleeps:13
Amenities:BBQ, Beachfront View, Blender, Cable/Satellite TV, Ceiling fans, Child Friendly, DVD Player, Deck, Dishes, Food Processor, Freezer, Home theatre, Internet Access, Laundry, Microwave, Oceanfront, Oven, Phone, Refrigerator, Stereo, TV, Toaster, Towels, Utensils, Wireless Internet AccessActivities:Beach, Board Games, Diving, Fishing, Golf, Restaurants, Swimming
Description:Absolute beach front luxury beach house at the gateway to New Zealand's famous Bay of Islands. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms sleep up to 13 guests. n nUnobstructed beach and bay views with an endless procession of passing boats and romantic sunsets. Direct access to a sandy all tide swimming beach with no road or dunes to cross. Three Kayaks and a dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front. Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat trips, attractions, shops, vineyard, restaurants and nearby world class golf. n nThe outdoor living and entertaining area is superb with a large furnished deck and BBQ grill. Chat around the table or relax on a lounger. A covered verandah surrounds the house with direct access from bedrooms and living area - all just a few steps from the beach. n nAll linen and towels etc supplied ready to walk in and enjoy. The Master bedroom is on a secluded wing of the house with king size bed, heated ensuite bathroom, LCD TV, safe and sea views. The second bedroom has a queen and single with sea views. The third bedroom has a queen and single bed with garden views. Directly behind the house at the same level is a large fourth bedroom / games room. This contains a king bed and three singles, two of which can be placed together to create another double. Bedrooms have ceiling fans and alarm clocks with iPhone/iPod docks. Two portable cots, high chair, bath, swing and stroller for infants. LCD TV, DVD and Stereo. n nThe inside living area has high ceilings, comfy leather sofas and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Panoramic beach and sea views extend through floor level sliding doors to the deck. Lots of books, magazines, board games, music and DVD library. n nEntertainment includes an Onkyo-Bose home theatre, HDTV, Sky Satellite TV channels, Blu-ray/DVD player, AppleTV/AirPlay and iPod dock. Wireless media streaming and outdoor deck speakers - play your favourite music from smart phones and tablets and control the system from a free iPhone/Android App! Telephone and free high speed WiFi Internet access with laptop available. n nFully equipped granite kitchen includes an ice maker, two dish drawer dishwashers, oven, gas hobs, microwave, food processor, blender, 4 slice toaster, bodums, utensils, serving dishes etc. Laundry with washer and dryer plus an outdoor line. n nThe mature grounds have ample off street parking and lots of room for children to play. Tapeka is the closest launching point to the Bay and renowned fishing location. Filleting station for the days catch, overflow / beer fridge and bait freezer. Guests enjoy exclusive use of the beach house, watercraft and all facilities. n nTripAdvisor.com Best Russell Vacation Rental and Excellence awards. Qualmark NZ tourism official rating and Enviro-Silver sustainable tourism award. n nThis is the ultimate Kiwi beach house experience and the perfect home away from home to explore the Bay of Islands and the Northland region of New Zealand.