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Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views

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Beach
Main Bedroom
Main bedroom and view
Main Bedroom
Bedroom 2 and view

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Tapeka Point (Russell), Russell
  • Place, Tapeka Point
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views

Villa Du Fresne is spacious, private and fully self-contained.

There are up to two large guest rooms each with ensuite bathroom and all rooms have uninterrupted sea views. There is only 1 booking per date so you will always have the whole space to yourself no matter your party make up - Please see note regarding guest and room allocation per rate.

The lounge and bedrooms lead onto a glassed terrace with fully opening sliding doors, where you can relax and watch the ever changing ocean panorama.

The waterfront location assures guests a relaxed stay in delightful surroundings with the sound of waves gently breaking on the beach.

Unwind, relax and share in this special piece of paradise

Special conditions:
Please note that due to the property being on a cliff above the beach, the property is not suitable for children under 10 years.

One or two bedroom and bathrooms as required/requested. As a rule - 2 guests have access to one bedroom with ensuite, 3-4 guests have access to 2 bedrooms and 2 ensuites etc. Additional charges may apply if you require different configurations, please let us know.

Smoking is not permitted in any of the indoor areas of the property including the enclosed glass terrace

Sorry, We do not accept arrivals on Christmas Day.

Bed Linen and towels included in rate

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Russell

Located in Russell, this holiday home is near the beach. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pompalier House and Treaty House. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and hiking/biking trails.
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Tapeka Point (Russell), Russell

What's nearby

  • Tapeka Point - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tapeka Point Historic Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lookout - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Russell Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - ‬30 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views?

As of 26 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$223, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Absolute waterfront - with privacy and views located?

Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is steps away from Tapeka Point and Bay of Islands. Tapeka Point Historic Reserve and Flagstaff Hill are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fintan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sold on its view - it didn’t disappoint - stunning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
My parents thoroughly enjoyed their stay here, celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary. The location was beautiful as was the house. A very relaxing and enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay. The listing is accurate and the house is well equipped. It's not new or modern but the furniture and beds are really comfortable. The view is much more impressive than the pictures show. We were treated to a pod of dolphins swimming by in the evening of our final day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Youenn T.

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

Great place!!

Very nice house, we really enjoyed the view, and the fireplace!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

iain c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location and views from this home are absolutely incredible! The home set up for us was just perfect with everything you needed to make your stay relaxed. We truly didn’t want to leave the property as we just soaked up the views into the bay, watching sailboats come and go and the crashing surf. Getting up to watch sunrise is a must! An easy walk to a beautiful beach around the corner with a floating dock. Don’t miss the walk up and along the coast head to catch sunset and birds flitting around. Russell is a short drive away with many great restaurant options and ferries to and from Paihia. We hope to be back again!!
Sunrise from covered porch, stunning!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

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

Top location

Place was clean and tidy with everything you need as well as extras. Location is perfect right on the beach with excellent, uninterrupted views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

hester J.

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

Great views

Fabulous enclosed balcony. Would definitely revisit.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

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

Summer Holiday Stay

We enjoyed all the amenities for our summer holiday stay! Even though the weather wasn’t great the home was beautiful and allowed a relaxing stay regardless. Great views, a bookshelf library and quick drives to local activities was excellent. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve V.

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

Breathtaking Views

The location, setting, and view are amazing. One beach right in front of you, another one a short walk away. Really nice hiking trail to Russell through rainforest-like foliage with handy interpretive signs along the way. Really roomy place with everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor M.

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

Lovely and romantic

My wife and I honeymooned in New Zealand 30 years ago and decided to return to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The Dufresne Villa was well situated with outstanding views. The accomodations were excellent, with easy access to Russell, and Pahia via the ferry. We loved our stay and strongly recommend it, especially for those in love like us.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

lynn g.

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

Spectacular View

The property is perfectly situated, very private snd just a short drive from Russell. The LR and BRs offer a panoramic a view of the ocean. A four minute walk away is a sandy beach for swimming. I could not be more pleased.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable house in the perfect location. We’ve rented many places with amazing views over the years and this one beats them all. Absolutely spectacular view of the Bay of Islands!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sara Y.

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

Absolutly stunning!

We had such a reat time here. 40th get away with my partner. Fishing was amazing, views very distracting, amazing wildlife, fire to keep us warm at night. Sky TV when and if u pull urself away from views. Bed was super comfy, fully set up for a long stay. I highly recommend if ur truly into an east coast fishing an adventure/beachfront relaxing environment. Money well spent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

A great experience

Super position & location, which met all our expectations, especially being 2nd time renters. Highly recommended. Steve
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Aweome location

A bit of a ugly duckling but stunning views and location. Very comfortable and well equipped. Recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve B.

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

A wow experience

A super well appointed, very clean property, in a great location with stunning views. We will definitely be back. Thank you Kelly for making the Check-in process so easy, thru regular updates. Cheers, Steve
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Jo T.

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

Wow! What a view!

We were very happy with the accommodation. It had all you needed and the view is spectacular. We would definatley stay there again for much longer next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jaime R.

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

Spectacular!

This property was perfect for a long weekend away. It is private and the views are absolutely spectacular. Everything we needed was provided and the house is well set-up. The place was very clean and tidy and the bed was comfortable. We enjoyed our stay here a lot and will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

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

The view is stellar

Walk into the home and you're captured by the ocean vista. Sit down on the patio and you calculate how you can buy the property next door. House was clean, beds very comfortable and location quiet and private. The short Tapeka Track is right outside the door and takes you to another stunning vista. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo J.

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

Exceeded expectations

Breathtaking ocean view, lovely home, well furnished, excellent communication with the property manager, easy check-in. This was the most beautiful and luxurious accommodation we booked during our month in New Zealand. Had we known how great it would be, we'd have booked it for longer. Would definitely go back!!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denelda B.

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

Beautiful one day, perfect the next.

The location is perfect and the house was perfect for our group of 3 couples. The view is to die for - we even saw orcas passing one day. We enjoyed swimming at Tapeka Point every day. The house was perfectly equipped for when we wanted to stay in and close to everything when we wanted to go out. We would all go back in a flash given a chance.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Bay of Islands

Beautiful property! Amazing location!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle and Katie K.

Amazing stay!! Just perfect!

Amazing stay!! Just perfect! Kelly is a great host, the house has every you would need and the location is too good!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicki C.

Absolutely loved it! Would stay again.

Great location. Spacious and comfortable bedrooms. Fantastic views. Good kitchen and bathrooms with nice water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Michael L.

The view and location is absoloutly fantastic.

The view and location is absoloutly fantastic. Would def stay again. The decor isn't really to my taste, and i didn't like the main shower, but everything was clean and there were some nice touches like the nespresso machine, sky tv, fire place, and digital piano. Was really nice being so close to the water and sleeping/waking up to the sound of the waves crashing on the beach. I very much recommend if you like the look of the pictures on here.

About the host

Hosted by Bay of Islands Hideaways

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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

Why they chose this property

Russell just has everything you could possibly need for a great time away. There are world class restaurants right on the waterfront with a to die for view of the sunset nearly every evening. There are wonderful activities and attractions all within easy reach with historic places such as Christs church and Pompallier house right in town and out in the bay dolphin watching, sailing and islands tours leaving every day

What makes this property unique

I adore Villa du Fresne for its stunning views and its design which gives everyone their own space but also areas for all those staying there to come together. It is Cool in Summer and Cozy in winter. You just don't get this close to the ocean very often, the outlook is something else. It is a stones throw from great swimming and walking and then just 5 minutes drive from Russell township for restaurants and tourist attractions

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