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The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

Apartment near Bay of Islands in Russell

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, towels, soap, toilet paper
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Russell, Russell
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Paihia Wharf
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Russell

Seaside stay .At this apartment, you'll be steps from Pompalier House and Russell Beach. Bay of Islands and Russell Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Russell Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Flagstaff Hill - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Paihia Beach - 25 min drive - 9.1 miles
  • Paihia Wharf - 26 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Blue Door Paihia - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬27 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

The Gables Waterfront Apartment is housed in a lovingly restored historic building on the Russell foreshore. Built on whalebone foundations by Joseph England, a shoemaker in 1847, its pitsawn kauri walls could tell a hundred stories.

The luxuriously appointed apartment is 2 storied, with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. There are views of the bay to Waitangi and Paihia. Glorious sunsets, yachting, fishing and boat activity, plunging gannets and the occasional dolphin are just a few reasons to enjoy the historic township of Russell.

The apartment has its own private courtyard entrance.

The large loft master bedroom enjoys beautiful views from the kingsize bed and the second bedroom features an original brick chimney feature with a Super King bed that can be converted to two singles upon request.

Fully furnished with modern appliances, the well equipped kitchen would please any keen chef eager to experiment with the wonderful local seafood and produce. The Gables Restaurant is No 1 on Trip Advisor for Northland and provides superb dining at your doorstep! Bookings are strongly recommended to ensure you savour a wonderful experience – you won't want to miss out…

Character and charm abound in this stunningly appointed apartment.

Special conditions:
For your comfort the apartment is pet free and is a non-smoking property. The apartment is not suitable for children under the age of 10 years.

All Linen is included; As a rule two guests will have access to the Master bedroom with the second remaining unmade (an extra linen fee may apply for use of the second bedroom). 3-4 guests will have both bedrooms made up.

NOTE: Under Kiwi bach tradition you are expected to tidy the house and do the dishes before you leave;

COVID-19 Travel Restrictions
Should you be unable to travel for your confirmed booking due to a Covid-19 level change we will happily rebook your dates to a suitable time in the future at no extra charge and can do so as many times as needed

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment to the airport?

This apartment is 23.8 mi (54-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment to the beach?

This apartment is a short 1-minute walk from Russell Beach and 1.1 mi (5-min drive) from Long Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

Is there free parking at The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment to downtown Russell?

This apartment is 0.1 mi away from Russell.

The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing location, fantastic place

Set above the gables restaurant, the place is on the strand with unbeatable ocean view.The only downside is noise from the gables when they play music below. Didn’t worry us, but some others might not like that. Place was clean, with tons of character.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maree M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gables - getaway

We had 2 couples stay for a wedding at the duke. We loved the location. The apartment was clean and walking distance to restaurants and shopsIt had a nice homely feel to the place and was really well stocked in the kitchen— we would happily stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian davis F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Large, comfortable apartment in the heart of town

I have at this place twice. Each visit was great. We liked being in the heart of town.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect spot

Great location, beautifully presented, hard to fault
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

Our stay was lovely and the property lived up to our expectation.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicola s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Lovely place to stay with everything you need in the apartment. Beach right in front. Restaurant beneath the apartment was just the best.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a special accommodation in so many ways, spacious luxury, absolutely premium location and you have a balcony right over the strand and the oldest continuous operating restaurant in New Zealand!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spacious Stay

This accommodation speaks cleanliness and space! It is well located to easily access the amenities of Russell. The restaurant/pub below is non-intrusive. The patio doors and balcony enable fresh air and entertainment while watching the activities taking place below it. The ratu tree directly outside the patio doors limits the view across the bay but at the same time adds beauty to this artistically inspired space.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Perfectly located. Well appointed. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top accommodation in gorgeous Russell, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

This is our second time at this property as a family, and we had a wonderful stay. The house is clean, comfortable and stylish, the location central and iconic. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Location location location

Great apartment to enjoy Russell and Bay of Islands. Well equipped kitchen, sea breezes, downstairs bedroom a little warm. Overall very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Property

A delightful and spacious property in a perfect location yards from the sea. The bustle of Russell transformed to perfect tranquility around 22:00 leaving only the sound of the waves lapping on the beach outside. The property was well equipped with everything we needed for a restful break.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Russell

Great location and a lovely property to relax and enjoy Russell and the Bay of Islands area
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

natasha s.

Liked: Cleanliness

In the hub

Great property in the centre of town. Loved the out look and loads of lovely restaurants a stones thrown away. Only slight negative for us was music from downsairs restaurant played from 11am to closing which I guess when staying in town is to be expected. Beautiful property 👌 Thank u
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karyn B., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic & Charming

A fantastic property right in the heart of historic Russell. We felt instantly at home … relaxing, stylish, warm & comfortable. Well equipped kitchen & spacious enough for two couples to enjoy. We dined at The Gables Restaurant (right underneath the apartment) & Hones Garden (right behind the property). Hardly any need for a car as everything is a walk away. Thoroughly enjoyed … thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome place, highly recommend

Lovely clean accommodation, awesome location. Lucky enough to have great weather in the middle of winter. Enjoyed by mum & dad for 4 nights, with daughter, son in law and gorgeous 6 month old granddaughter spending 1 night.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Russell luxury getaway

A fantastic luxury property overlooking Russell wharf. The Photos don’t do this property justice! Easy walking distance to everything in Russell. Will definitely book it again for a quick break away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property, so easy to get in and out and being waterfront was beautiful

Communication was great and when we needed to get hold of someone later one evening, everything was organised promptly. Location is second to none. The heat of the evenings and being upstairs meant it was very hot when trying t
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marg C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Accommodation

We had a great stay at Kelly”s holiday home. Fantastic location, had everything we needed, felt like a home away from home. Loved everything about it. Kelly was fabulous to deal with as well. Thanks Kelly
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Janet W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historical and Modern

A beautiful historical building with original windows and a modern kitchen. During our stay the Gables restaurant was being refurbished so there was some construction noise coming up through on the main level, though the master bedroom on the top floor was quiet. Good communication with the host. Very central location in the heart of Russell. We could walk to everything we required during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021