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The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

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

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the neighborhood

Map
Russell, Russell

What's nearby

  • Russell Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Paihia Beach - 26 min drive - 15.0 km
  • Paihia Wharf - 27 min drive - 15.6 km

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?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment located?

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

The Gables - Stunning Waterfront Apartment Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Thank you
Our stay was lovely and the property lived up to our expectation.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vicky N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

nicola s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Lee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a special accommodation in so many ways, spacious luxury, absolutely premium location and you have a balcony right over the strand and the oldest continuous operating restaurant in New Zealand!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious Stay
This accommodation speaks cleanliness and space! It is well located to easily access the amenities of Russell. The restaurant/pub below is non-intrusive. The patio doors and balcony enable fresh air and entertainment while watching the activities taking place below it. The ratu tree directly outside the patio doors limits the view across the bay but at the same time adds beauty to this artistically inspired space.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Perfectly located. Well appointed. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Top accommodation in gorgeous Russell, highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Larelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location location location
Great apartment to enjoy Russell and Bay of Islands. Well equipped kitchen, sea breezes, downstairs bedroom a little warm. Overall very good.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Steve A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Russell
Great location and a lovely property to relax and enjoy Russell and the Bay of Islands area
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

natasha s.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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

Paula L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
Everything about staying here was easy, the outlook from the balcony was stunning. The apartment was equipped with everything we could possibly need or want (for a summer or winter stay). Would absolutely choose to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

jules P.

Liked: Cleanliness
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