ON the beach - Unobstructed Views - All Tide Swimming - Tapeka del Mar
- House180 m²
- Sleeps: 13
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 2–7 nights
Absolute Beachfront Bay of Islands - 4 brms sleep 2-13 close to Russell
Bedrooms
Facilities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Satellite or Cable
- Washer & Dryer
- Children Welcome
- Parking
- No Smoking
- Heater
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
Safety features
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitKitchen pantry
- Smoke detectorKitchen and bedrooms
- Fire extinguisherKitchen pantry and rear bedroom
- Carbon-monoxide detectorKitchen - living
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- beachON THE BEACH! Safe fine white sand beach with private access. ALL TIDE SWIMMING - gets deep quickly. So close you can leave your towel behind and enjoy a hot outdoor shower when you return
- Near the ocean
- villageClose to historic Russell village and historic places
- waterfront
- Beach view
- Beachfront
- Ocean view
- Oceanfront
- Water view
- Waterfront
General
- TelephoneFree local and toll free calls
- Air conditioningLiving areas and rear bedroom air conditioned summer months with heat pump during the NZ winter. Ceiling fans in kitchen and bedrooms
- HeatingAC heat pumps and bedroom heaters
- Linens providedQuality bed linens and towels provided.
- Washing machinedetergent supplied
- Clothes dryerAuto sensing and outdoor washing line
- ParkingAmple off street parking for several cars with space for boat trailers within the gated property
- GarageOars, paddles and overflow / beer / bait fridge
- InternetFree WiFi covers the entire property
- Towels providedBath towels and hand towels supplied. Beach towels available to overseas guests summer months on request
- Safe
- Wireless InternetFree WiFi covers the entire property
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Paper towels
- Shampoo
- Basic soaps
- Toilet paper
- Living RoomOpen plan dining and living. Comfy sofas with a nautical theme and glass sliding doors that open the room onto the deck. Stunning views await.
Kitchen
- DishwasherTwo dish drawer dishwashers
- FridgeLarge double door with ice maker, ice dispenser and chilled filtered water dispenser
- HobGas X 4
- OvenNew 7 function fan bake
- Microwave
- BBQ
- Coffee makerNespresso machine, Nespresso milk frother and plunger. Capsules supplied for a welcome drink
- Toaster4 slice
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Ice maker
- Pantry itemsSalt, pepper, spices, sugar, tea bags and other basic items
- Dishes & utensilsAmple with lots of serving platters etc for entertaining. Fully equipped kitchen
- KitchenEquipped to a high standard. Included Nespresso machine, blender, food processor, sandwich grill, coffee grinder. Granite bench tops. Covered outdoor BBQ
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining area
- Child's highchair
- DiningIndoor stone top dining table seats 6-8. Outdoor deck table seats 12+
Entertainment
- TelevisionTHREE TV’s - living room, master bedroom and large rear bedroom. AppleTV and Airplay streaming
- Satellite / CableSky TV satellite and free to air local channels
- StereoOnkyo Bose 5.1 home theatre system with outdoor deck speakers
- DVD playerBlu-ray and DVD. Another TV and DVD player in the large rear bedroom
- BooksLots of books and magazines
- Games roomRear bedroom has sofas, TV, DVD, Fridge, jug and is ideal and a teen escape / games room
- GamesBoard games and beach toys
- Games for kids
- Music library
- ToysChildren's beach toys, board games and books
- Video libraryLarge family DVD library or stream from your device
Outside
- GardenExtensive gated grounds for exclusive guest use
- Balcony
- Kayak / canoeFIVE kayaks with life jackets
- Boat10" row boat with oars, bailer, anchor on beach trailer
- Deck chairs
- Beach towels
- Veranda
- Deck / PatioLarge furnished deck with BBQ, privacy screen, surround seating and stunning beach and sea views
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water Sports GearLife jackets, snorkel gear and beach toys
- TennisNearby in Russell
- GolfWaitangi public course or world top 100 Kauri Cliffs nearby
Notes
- Close to shops, restaurants and attractions. Enough room for the extended family or share with friends. Everything for the perfect family beach holiday, overseas visitors or a stress break. Fully equipped kitchen, dine at a Russell waterfront restaurant or bring back a take out. This true beachfront location, views, facilities and attractions is hard to better
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 60 days before check-in.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - not fenced but children can be watchednot fenced but children can be watched
No pets
No parties/events - Wedding ceremonies - contact hostWedding ceremonies - contact host
No smoking - anywhere on property and groundsanywhere on property and grounds
Max guests: 13 (sleeps up to 13 adults)
- Rates based on maximum No. of guests applicable for the entire stay. Bedrooms allocated at 2 guests per room when booking for less than 7.
- Maximum number of people permitted on the property at any given time including booked guests is 20.
Cleaning practices
Cleaned with disinfectant
Enhanced cleaning practices
Check in and check out with no person-to-person contact
37 Reviews
Great Location Beautiful Property
Our experience at the Bach was awesome. Private access to beach, beautiful views and kayaks. Couldn’t have asked to anything more.
Clive was one of most wonderful person, I have interacted with; his communication was amazing.
Thank you Clive for sharing your Bach with us and we hope to visit this property again in the future.
Sure this was a welcome break after the COVID-19 lock down. Thank you for the review and taking care of the beach house. We look forward to your return
Amazing
This was the perfect location and home to enjoy the bay of islands from with three families with children. Couldn’t have been better
thanks
very pleasant house in a lovely location
Fantastic in every way
Stayed at Tapeka with my extended family. Plenty of room and just a fantastic location. Can’t fault the place. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants something “amazing”
Thank you for the review. We are pleased the UK family members enjoyed the "Kiwi Beach Bach" experience and that it exceeded expectations. Your family is welcome back any time
An awesome little Getaway...
Beautiful property, the location can’t be any better than this.. we canceled all plans and just stayed at the property for our stay... if you looking for a holiday in this area.. this will be a great experience..
thw owner was very cooperative and helpful..
thnx for making it a great experience.
Location
This is the gateway the the famous Bay of Islands and the ideal base to explore Northland just 3.5 hours north of Auckland. Tapeka is a quiet community between two beaches with no through traffic. Attractions include boat trips around the islands, swim with Dolphin cruise, Island visits, diving, fishing, passenger ferry to Paihia are all just 2 minutes away in historic Russell village. There are bush walks through Kiwi habitat, historic places, parasailing, vineyards and a nearby world top 100 golf course. Just 2 minutes from shops, restaurants and attractions. Tapeka del Mar is a destination in itself with so many included facilities and activities close to the house. Being next to the main shipping channel guests enjoy a continuous procession of passing vessels and superb sunsets.
If in doubt read our guest reviews. You will not be disappointed.
Owner
Clive
- Languages:
- english
About Clive
This is our piece of paradise. Since 2001 we have shared this ultimate Kiwi Beach Bach experience with local and international guests. We love this historic part of New Zealand, the beach life and exploring the Islands.
Clive purchased this House in 2000
Why Clive chose Tapeka
There is beachfront and then everything else. Hearing the waves lapping and seeing nothing but the sea sets this property apart. This is your opportunity to live the ultimate Kiwi beach holiday home dream. With unobstructed views, no road or sand dunes to cross, private beach access and all tide swimming this is something unique. The Holiday Home includes quality linen and everything you are likely to need for self catering or entertaining. This is also a perfect home away from home and an ideal base to explore the Bay of Islands and Northland region. Another bonus is that the tide does not go out far and the water gets deep quickly, even at low tide. With 4 bedrooms, spacious living areas and expansive grounds, invite the extended family or share with friends for less per head than the cost of separate accommodations. Quiet and private yet shops, restaurants, vineyards, boat trips and attractions are only two minutes away in historic Russell village. Tapeka del Mar has been furnished and equipped with international visitors in mind. We believe the location, views, beach, facilities and local attractions are unequalled but don't take our word for it - read our past guest reviews. This is more that accommodation - it is a destination - you will not be disappointed
What makes this House unique
BETTER THAN BEACHFRONT - few properties are actually ON the beach with no road in front or view blocking sand dunes to negotiate. PRIVATE - guests enjoy exclusive use of the gated property, beach house, grounds, watercraft and all facilities. There are no on site owners or managers. VIEWS - unobstructed panoramic beach and sea views extend from inside and out. Being next to the main shipping channel vessels are always passing by close in - not to forget Dolphins. SUPERB OUTDOOR LIVING - huge deck with surround seating, dining, loungers and BBQ CAPACITY - the extended family can all stay together or share with friends as the 4 bedrooms and 9 beds can comfortably sleep up to 13 guests. Add neighbouring Tapeka Bach and accommodate 16. LOCATION - being so close to Russell this is the perfect base to explore the Bay of Islands and the entire Northland region. There are numerous attractions from historic places to boat trips, fishing and golf. FULLY EQUIPPED - Tapeka del Mar is furnished and equipped to a high standard. There is a granite kitchen with oven, gas hobs and ice maker - or use the outdoor BBQ. Laundry and all the home comforts included. Towels and linens provided ready to walk in and enjoy. Free WiFi, satellite TV channels, home theatre system, it's all here. BOATING - 5 kayaks and a dinghy (row boat) are included with life jackets provided. If bringing a boat there is a guest mooring, boat ramp, off street trailer parking, bait freezer and filleting station for the days catch. Tapeka is the closest launching point to the many Islands and renowned fishing spots in the bay. This is one of only two available properties in the area that is truly on the beach. We can only take one booking for each night so book early.