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One-bedroom cottage on the waterfront at Te Wahapu Bay, a few minutes drive from Russell town.

Three cottages and a studio close to the waterfront and surrounded by native bush in a secluded bay near Russell. Each has ensuite facilities and a cooked breakfast is included in the rental price.

Fully-equipped, standalone holiday lodges, sleeping between six and ten guests. Located on a 350 acre farm estate with its own extensive coastline, including a private beach and jetty. A few minutes drive from Russell.

Self-contained one-bedroom apartment on the ground floor of an old kauri villa. Includes kitchen and laundry facilities, a barbecue and a sofa bed for extra guests. Located close to Russell centre.

Serviced holiday home right on the main Russell waterfront, with its own docking area. The house has three bedrooms, living areas, a fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, a barbecue, verandah and outdoor furniture.

Self-contained apartment in Okiato, a few minutes drive from Russell. Includes a laundry, kitchen, barbecue, covered verandah area, lounge and two ensuite bedrooms.

Cottage with one bedroom and a pull-out sofa, kitchenette and bathroom. Located a 10 minute drive from the centre of Russell. Guests can use the owners kayaks and dinghies.

Two-bedroom cottage with its own private boat mooring, ten minutes in the car from Russell. Offers a lounge and dining area, fully-equipped kitchen, bathroom, and an outdoor furnished patio area with barbecue.

A secluded location on the sea-facing hillside of the Te Wahapu peninsula, a few minutes from Russell by car. The loft sleeps up to six and includes a fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities and a barbecue.

Two-bedroom apartment close to the beach and about 1km away from central Russell. Has its own private entrance, bathroom, full kitchen, and a lounge/dining area.

Three and two-bedroom self-contained cottages within a few minutes walk of the town's central amenities. Both have kitchens, bathrooms, and indoor and outdoor living areas.

Family cabins (some with their own kitchen), chalets and a self-contained cottage sleeping 4-6 guests. Located on a four hectare park area in native bush, a few minutes drive from Russell. The site also features a swimming pool, store, TV lounge, BBQs and communal kitchen, laundry and bathroom facilities.

1930s cottage in its own grounds opposite Matauwhi Bay, a short walk or drive from Russell. Contains two double bedrooms, a lounge, sunroom and kitchen. Breakfast also available.

Luxury home for up to six guests. Located on the central waterfront road, looking out over the wharf and next to all the town's main facilities. Includes three bedrooms and three bathrooms (one with a hot tub), indoor and patio dining area, modern kitchen, washing machine, dryer and barbecue.

One-bedroom, self-contained unit with a kitchen, lounge/dining area (with additional sofa bed), and private bathroom. On the Long Beach side of the peninsular.

Self-contained flat sleeping up to 6 guests, with full kitchen and laundry facilities. Located right on the water's edge at Okiato Point, just down the road from Russell. Kayaks and mountain bikes available.

One and two (bed)room units and cabins, some with and some without their own kitchen facilities. Park amenities include a communal kitchen and dining area, showers and toilets, barbecue, laundry and children's playground. Located inland on the peninsular, halfway between Russell wharf and Long Beach.

One-bedroom villa with ensuite bathroom, private entrance, garden and hot tub, sun deck and terrace with BBQ, and kitchen. A short walk from the Russell waterfront. A studio unit with kitchenette is also available, as is breakfast.

Clifftop two-bedroom villa and three-bedroom beachfront cottage a short (two minute) drive outside of Russell. Both venues have a fully-equipped kitchen, lounge, dining area, bathroom(s), and laundry. The villa has its own terraces, the cottage a barbecue.

Waterfront complex in Russell offering a variety of self-contained accommodation, including studios, one and two-bedroom family units and a house. Facilities available include a heated swimming pool, children's pool and hot tub. Guests can also use the site's kayaks, dinghy and bicycles.

Actually a hotel, but has one self-contained bungalow on the Russell waterfront for up to five guests. Includes a large bedroom and bathroom, hot tub, living and dining room, kitchenette and private deck.

Recently restored historic villa with three double rooms, each with an ensuite bathroom and minibar. Guests have full access to a communal kitchen, hot tub, lounge, barbecue and gardens. Actually BAMYOB (Bed and Make Your Own Breakfast); kitchen help is on hand in the mornings. Situated just two streets back from the main waterfront.

Holiday home facing the sea on the Te Wahapu peninsula, some ten minutes from Russell in the car. Three bedrooms, including one in a separate annex, an open plan dining and living area, bathroom, conservatory and laundry.

A four-bedroom house with a large kitchen, two bathrooms and extensive living areas. Perched on top of a hill on the Te Wahapu Peninsula, and set in five acres of private land with its own beach. A few minutes drive from Russell.

Small waterfront complex with three one-bedroom cottages and a three-bedroom chalet. Located about 6km along the coast from Russell near the Opua ferry. Guests can make use of a private beach, various boats and kayaks, a children's play area, an outdoor games area, and barbecue. Notably pet-friendly.