The owner , Sue was exceptionally hospitable and had thought of everything a traveller might need and value. There are just 2 suites and you can be very private. The room is enormous with a very large bed and sofa sitting area. There is outside seating as well. The breakfast provided was delicious and thoughtful. The main area of Russell for eating out and shops is a short 5 minute walk . The drive up to the villa from the main road is very steep and could cause a problem for limited mobility but one could always drive down and leave the car at the bottom, walk into town and then drive back up if needed. The height is so worth it for the magnificent views of the bay of islands. Thoroughly recommend this lovely place.

Everything was perfect

Amazing warm welcome by the owner - gave us all the informations we needed to know about both the accommodation and eateries/restaurants/sights. Very spacious accommodation with everything one needed for a comfortable stay - appliances, china, crockery, etc. Villa Russell was located amongst native bush (with the beautiful birdsong) only five minutes walk into the town centre - a superb location with wonderful views over the township and across the harbour. Breakfast was included - to enjoy on the veranda.

Absolutely nothing to dislike

Welcomed by Sue, and shown around the lovely accommodation and made sure we were comfortable Sue is a great host, there is lovely views from the verandah and table and chairs to sit on.

Breakfast was supplied, bit disappointed, thought we may have had a cooked breakfast, the breakfast was in the fridge on arrival. For the price we paid I would have expected more and fresh each day.

Lovely location .Very comfortable bed and pillow. Local new Zealand fruits to try well appreciated.Always enough tea and coffee in the room.

The continental breakfast from the room fridge could have been more exciting, rather basic.Missed variety. Fruits were very nice. No eggs or cheese.

The location is very good , walking distance from the sea waterfront where all the restaurants and bars are located . The breakfast was correct , we found everything in the room and the refrigerator . We had breakfast in the terrace just out of our room, it was great ! Mrs Sue , the owner of Villa Russel is a very nice lady and help us a lot giving very interesting suggestions .

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Really cool way to offer the continental breakfast. Friendly atmosphere to learn about the area. I wish I brought a flashlight cause kiwis aren't the area. 5 minutes from town. If you forget something it's soooo, easy run back and retrieve it. And let's not forget. The fur babies come to visit

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In perfect location of picturesque Russell - walking distance to ferry, restaurants and historic sights around village. Our room was huge & well equipped with every comfort and more for our stay. The deck was perfect for breakfast and surrounded by a beautiful garden full of birdsong. Sue was the perfect hostess giving us tips for our stay as well as providing a fantastic breakfast. Did I mention the breakfast?!

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Location was perfect, walking distance to township. We didn't use our car once for the whole 2 days. Bed was comfy. Breakfast was just what we needed.

Beautiful view but absolutely no sun to this property at this time of the year. The shower was brilliant, but wet everything - the toilet the hand basin. Maybe another extractor fan would have helped.

Fantastic view and a perfect location for the town, restaurants and ferry. The room was large, very comfortable and had everything we needed. The weather during our stay was awful, but this was a great place to sit out on the covered veranda and watch the weather. Sue kindly let us use the drier when our clothes got soaked. Breakfast was lovely, and a chance to get to know Sue and Lulu the dog - this was a really great stay.

It was in a beautiful quiet idyllic setting with amazing views from balcony of Russell Bay, short walk to the lovely town and bay. Very comfortable with all amenities and fresh fruit and breakfast provided. Sue is a wonderful host who is very involved in the community and has vast information about the area. We loved it.

Nothing. It’s was perfect