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Clendon Cove Olive Studio with boat ramp and good for Cape Brett walkers
Holiday home in Russell, steps from Bay of Islands
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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Explore the area
Manawaora, Northland
- Place, Bay of Islands
- Place, Russell Beach18 min drive
- Place, Flagstaff Hill19 min drive
- Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)57 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom 1
1 Double Murphy Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
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About this property
Clendon Cove Olive Studio with boat ramp and good for Cape Brett walkers
Situated alongside mature olive trees on a large waterfront property in Clendon Cove, the Olive Studio is set back from the beach and incorporates a double bed, kitchenette (with microwave, benchtop cooker, electric frypan, toaster and electric jug) living area (with small couch and table and chairs, and smart TV with Netflix) and an ensuite bathroom with shower. A ranchslider opens onto a deck with a garden view and a glimpse of the sea. Complimentary wifi and ample parking are included. Midway between Russell and Rawhiti this is a tranquil place to relax, kayak on the complimentary kayaks and is a base for Bay of Islands sight-seeing and the Cape Brett Walk.
Suitable for boats up to 6m there is a tidal boat ramp (2 hrs before and after high tide) into Whakawhiti stream opening out to Clendon Cove.
All tide launching is available at Te Uenga about 5km away.
Beach fire is shared with Homestead and Studio allowed to be lit with permission when there is no fire ban.
Clendon Cove Olive Studio may be booked in conjunction with Clendon Lodge Homestead (5 bedroom) or Clendon Lodge Studio (2 bedroom).
Suitable for boats up to 6m there is a tidal boat ramp (2 hrs before and after high tide) into Whakawhiti stream opening out to Clendon Cove.
All tide launching is available at Te Uenga about 5km away.
Beach fire is shared with Homestead and Studio allowed to be lit with permission when there is no fire ban.
Clendon Cove Olive Studio may be booked in conjunction with Clendon Lodge Homestead (5 bedroom) or Clendon Lodge Studio (2 bedroom).
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Russell
Russell is home to this holiday home. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pompalier House and Waitangi Treaty Grounds. Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World are also worth visiting.
Manawaora, Northland
What's nearby
- Russell Beach - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
- Long Beach - 18 min drive - 17.3 km
- Flagstaff Hill - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
- Paihia Beach - 33 min drive - 23.2 km
- Paihia Wharf - 34 min drive - 23.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Hone's Garden - 16 min drive
- Duke of Marlborough Hotel - 16 min drive
- Butterfish Restaurant & Cafe - 17 min drive
- Seaside - 16 min drive
- Nauti Penguin - 16 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by James_and_Sue_McLaren

The property, originally purchased by Captain James Reddy Clendon in 1830 has been in Sue's family since 1984. Your hosts Sue and James consider themselves carers of the property for future generations.
Why they chose this property
Clendon Lodge is midway between Russell and Rawhiti. It can be accessed by the Opua-Okiato car ferry or by rural-coastal road from Whakapara, north of Whangarei.
What makes this property unique
The property includes a historic house built by Captain James Reddy Clendon who was involved in writing the Treaty document and whose signature appears on the treaty witnessing Chief Pomare's mark.
Fish in Clendon Cove from nearby rocks or kayaks. Walking distance to Jills Beach for deeper water swimming.
Fish in Clendon Cove from nearby rocks or kayaks. Walking distance to Jills Beach for deeper water swimming.
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