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The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

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Living area
View from the Balcony - Beautiful Central Russell location
TV/Lounge
Lounge, Kitchen , Dining
Dining, Kitchen, Lounge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
Russell, Russell
  • Bay of Islands
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Russell Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Russell Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Second bedroom - Singles or King

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Main bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining Area

About this property

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

Property manager

Bay of Islands Hideaways
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, this apartment is on the waterfront. Pompallier Mission and Pompalier House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point Historic Reserve. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Scuba diving and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Map
Russell, Russell

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 1 min walk
  • Russell Christ Church - 3 min walk
  • Flagstaff Hill - 17 min walk
  • Paihia Beach - 26 min drive
  • Paihia Wharf - 27 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte’s Kitchen - ‬27 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is steps away from Bay of Islands, Pompalier House and Russell Beach. Russell Museum and Russell Christ Church are just steps away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
Great location, beautifully presented, hard to fault
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you
Our stay was lovely and the property lived up to our expectation.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicola s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Perfectly located. Well appointed. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

8/10 Good

natasha s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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

10/10 Excellent

Alistair I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short getaway
The property was luxurious well appointed, clean and very comfortable
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Tasteful Apartment
Really enjoyed our stay at The Gables. Apartment very comfortable and tastefully furnished. Location on the waterfront makes everything in Russell very accessible. Only small niggle was lack of soundproofing from Restaurant below but not a major problem

10/10 Excellent

Tracey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great location comfortable stay.
This property felt like a home away from home. It was centrally located and we enjoyed our stay there. Would definitely book here again, if we go back to the Russell area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous apartment in a fantastic location
We loved our stay in this beautiful apartment and can't wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

jules P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Russell
The property was in an awesome location - great books and music and overall very comfortable. Much enjoyed stay thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location in heart of Russell
My family and I had an excellent stay at this property. It is exactly as described and photographed: clean, stylish, right on the waterfront, above The Gables restaurant. I would happily stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous apartment on Russell beachfront
We had an amazing time staying at The Gables apartment. The location is great and it’s fully equipped with everything you could possibly need. Off street parking is close by with no issues or cost. The apartment itself is beautifully presented with a lovely mix of the original building and the stylish renovation, especially obvious in the modern bathrooms and kitchen. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

fiona l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Russell
Great location and views
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kaye H., Wanaka, New Zealand

Perfect stay in Russell
We loved our stay at The Gables in Russell - very comfortable apartment in the heart of Russell.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Roger G.

The Gables apartment is the perfect to enjoy the Russell waterfront in style.
The Gables apartment is superbly located on the Strand in Russell, Roomy, stylishly furnished and well-equipped the apartment works especially well for longer stays. Highly recommended.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Elton S.

great place...great feel....will be back.
two couples, with boat on mooring out front, in perfect summer weather for 5 days, fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

About the host

Hosted by Bay of Islands Hideaways

Host profile image
Hi I'm Kelly and I run Bay of Islands Hideaways. My husband and I have 3 young children and are lucky enough to call the Bay of Islands our home. I firmly believe when travelling that you truly get to know and appreciate a place so much more when you can stay and experience life like a local. Because of this I love the opportunities that holiday home rentals can provide for both myself and those staying in the houses I look after.
I take care of several properties in the area and get great enjoyment from meeting new people from all over the world and sharing in their experiences of our beautiful area.
As a family we love to get outside as much as possible. Whether its pottering around home in our garden, heading out to the beach or getting out on the water for some fishing

What makes this property unique

Central Russell is on your door step and many attractions and restaurants are within easy, flat walking distance.
Swim right outside on the waterfront beach

Languages:

English

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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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