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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Russell, Northland
  • Bay of Islands
    12 min walk
  • Russell Museum
    14 min drive
  • Russell Christ Church
    14 min drive
  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    59 min drive

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About the area

Russell

With a stay at this villa in Russell, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Bay of Islands and Manawaora Bay. .This villa is 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Russell Christ Church and 7.6 mi (12.2 km) from Russell Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands - 12 min walk
  • Flagstaff Hill - 16 min drive
  • Russell Beach - 18 min drive
  • Long Beach - 24 min drive
  • Paihia Beach - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Marina Cafe Opua - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Hone's Garden - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Paihia Wharf - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬31 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Paroa Retreat - Supreme House of The Year 2008

Paroa Retreat is located opposite the Paroa Bay Winery and 10 minutes from Russell or the Opua car ferry. The access road is fully sealed.

Built of glass and steel you are surrounded by views. Watch the sunset over the bush clad hills, the yachts sailing in the Bay of Islands or the abundant bird life on the lawn. With 4 hectares of native bush on the property and some easy walking tracks in the area you are sure to appreciate this stunning location.

Paroa Retreat combines award winning design in a quiet location with stunning views. Surrounded by nature with all the modern comforts to ensure your stay is enjoyable, relaxing and peaceful.


Special conditions:
Strictly no smoking.
Paroa Retreat is not suitable for children under 10.
We are on tank water supply so please conserve water where possible.


Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a fireplace and a private pool. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment.
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and a spa tub.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jeffc88

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • A hot tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 1399 sq ft (130 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Paroa Retreat Supreme House of The Year 2008
Paroa Retreat - Supreme House of The Year 2008 Russell

Paroa Retreat - Supreme House of The Year 2008 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Arlene H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
Nothing to complain about here. A beautiful property, beautifully presented by hosts who understand hospitality. A+
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine M., Minneapolis, MN USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Paroa Perfection!
This was the best place we stayed while in New Zealand for a month. The home, grounds and views are absolutely stunning, and we enjoyed every moment we were there. We loved listening to the birds, relaxing in the spa, and cooking on the BBQ. We had a lovely dinner at the winery next door, we recommend the "trust the chef" menu. After arriving, we learned it is so easy to take a ferry over to the treaty grounds and Paihia, and also boat tours pick up in Russell. We certainly hope to come back someday - thank you, Jeff, for making the whole experience so easy and lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin G., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely stunning, designer property
This is absolutely a home we'll plan to return to -- beautifully designed, bright, and meticulously clean and well-maintained. Our kids loved the lawns and the pool/spa. We were in the area to attend a local wedding, and thus weren't planning to sit around the house much, but the Paroa Retreat was so wonderful that we ended up spending many happy hours relaxing and enjoying the view.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
New year holiday visit
Beautiful setting. Very well equipped. Enjoyed very much
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
above expectations
a great location, views that are better than you can imagine, an extraordinary house and a very helpful host. We enjoyed a wonderfull week at Paroa Bay Retreat and have already threatened to return. thank you Jeff.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brad B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay in Russell!
Stayed at Jeff's place for a family Christmas trip, and we couldn't have picked a better spot. This was the first time we'd seen our daughter in two years because of COVID (we live in Canada) and we wanted something special. Jeff's place fit the bill perfectly. It's an amazing property in an amazing location with an amazing host. Jeff was easy to communicate with, and he and his wife even went to the trouble to buy and decorate a Christmas tree for us. We drove up from Auckland very early in the morning, and Jeff was kind enough to let us check in early. The place is gorgeous and has absolutely everything you could want. Kitchen facilities are first rate and has everything you need. All five of us love to cook and we made all of our meals while there for 10, save one, and there was nothing we couldn't find. My pet peeve is full knives, so I travel with a knife sharpener. Not only were the knives sharp, there was a sharpener in the drawer! My wife even found a pastry brush when she made croissants! The rest of the property is great too. Many days we just hung around the pool, and evenings were spent playing games in the large living room. We loved the place, and I can't recommend it highly enough!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

laura c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
An incredible property, in an incredible spot. Check in and communication was easy and super friendly. The house is amazing, photos do not do it justice. Well situated to enjoy all the bay of islands has to offer!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter W., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Best substitute for an overseas holiday
Cannot highly recommend enough - great vacation made better by the location, house and facilities, and owners. Thanks...
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience
The place was amazing with spectacular views and exceeded all our expectations and Jeff was easy and very pleasant to deal with.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hope M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, beautiful Location!
Everything was perfect from start to finish. Stunning modern home with unbelievable views and the pool/spa was the cherry on top! Will definitely be recommending to friends. Thank you Jeff!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ryan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A magical, beautiful home overlooking the bay
Our stay in Russell was absolutely magical. The home was not only immaculately kept and architecturally beautiful, but the amenities made our short holiday very comfortable. The hot tub was clean and comfortable. WiFi was speedy. Laundry was available on-site. The kitchen was well-furnished with everything one could ask for. The outdoor grill seared my locally butchered steak to perfection. And the view... the view! It was breathtaking to look out over the sunset and into the Bay of Islands every evening. The owners went above-and-beyond by providing chocolates and a bottle of local sparkling wine as a complimentary gift upon our arrival making the trip very special for my wife and I. Oh, yes... and did I mention there’s a beautiful winery right next door with delicious wines and dinner? I could not ask for a better experience. Worth every penny.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience
We were visiting NZ from the UK and treated ourselves to a special stay in Russell. The property exceeded all our expectations. The location, views, quality, facilities and attention to detail were amazing. Excellent communication and handover plus detailed instructions made our stay very relaxing. Each morning the views across the Bay of Islands just lifted the spirits - a real haven of luxury, peace and relaxation. The gardens and local walks gave us opportunities to view the bird life. The outdoor kitchen, hot tub and jet pool were incredible. Thanks to Jeff for sharing such a unique property.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Harriet W., Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding property and location
Absolutely fantastic house and grounds. The views are amazing and the location is superb, I would highly recommend and hope to be back soon!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect escape for a special birthday celebration
Beautiful setting, all needs catered for, a very easy place to relax in. Perfect getaway for us (couple). We loved the care and attention that is clearly placed in this property and its guests. Perfect place to celebrate a special birthday. Plenty to see and do here, the views are simply wonderful. Enjoyed visiting the town of Russell when we ventured out. The Duke of Marlborough served very lovely meals (thanks for the advice, Jeff!). Waitangi Treaty grounds were also worth a visit, very well presented history lesson! My thanks to Jeff for all your assistance re things to do and see and for presenting such an organised home (birthday boy is of same type and was very impressed so he gives you extra marks just for that!). Hope to return here and will definitely recommend!

10/10 Excellent

Gary L., Miami Beach, FL USA

Glass House living
Jeff and Gayle are exceptional owner/managers of this architectural masterpiece. Their attention to detail and their genuine hospitality made our stay a pleasure. The home's design is only rivaled by its location. We stayed for two months and spent about 80% of the time in the home enjoying it's ambiance and views. Highly recommend to all. Gary and Beth USA
Stayed 60 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karyn G., Auckland, New Zealand

Beautiful situation, fully equipped, & very clean
Awesome property to stay at. It is a 20mins drive from Russell, or 15mins from ferry making it a little bit more secluded which added to the properties charm. The view is incredible. Fully equipped, more than the usual. Spotlessly clean. Pool, spa & huge BBQ. A lovely winery & restaurant just next door too. Overall a wonderful place to stay, very hard to leave
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

MARDI C.

Amazing views and location. This is a 5 star property!
The house is amazing, just like the photos. The winery only 200 metres away is awesome but you will need to book ahead. The house is impeccably clean and has lots of little extras in the pantry. The amazing views will leave you breathless.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2019