Bay of Islands Beachfront Holiday Home - Tapeka Del Mar, $290 - $690 
22 Du Fresne Place, Tapeka Point, Russell
Ref #: 1423
Absolute beach front luxury beach house at the gateway to the famous Bay of Islands. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms sleep up to 13 guests. All linen, towels and consumables supplied ready to walk in and enjoy.
Tapeka Del Mar has unobstructed beach and bay views with an endless procession of passing boats and romantic sunsets. Direct access to a safe, sandy all tide swimming beach with no road or dunes to cross.
Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat trips, attractions, shops, restaurants and nearby world class golf courses. Three Kayaks and a dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front.
The outdoor living and entertaining area is superb with a large furnished deck and BBQ. A covered verandah surrounds the house with direct access from bedrooms and living area – all just a few steps from the beach. Guests enjoy exclusive use of the beach house and all facilities.
The Master bedroom is on a secluded wing of the house with king size bed, heated ensuite bathroom, LCD TV and sea views. The second bedroom has a queen and single with sea views. The third bedroom has a queen and single bed with garden views. Directly behind the house at the same level is a large fourth bedroom / games room. This contains a king bed and three singles, two of which can be placed together to create another double. This room is popular with children and families. LCD TV, DVD and stereo. Two portable cots, high chair, bath, swing and stroller are available for infants. Beach toys and trampoline.
The inside living area has high ceilings, comfy leather sofas and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Panoramic views extend through floor level ranch sliders to the deck. Lots of books, magazines, board games and DVD library.
Fully equipped granite kitchen includes an ice maker, dish drawer dishwashers, oven, gas hobs, microwave, 4 slice toaster, bodums and serving dishes etc. Laundry with auto washer and dryer.
Entertainment includes a Bose home theatre, big hi-def LED TV, Sky, DVD/Blu-ray, CD, iPod dock and outdoor deck speakers. Telephone and free high speed Internet with WiFi.
The mature grounds have ample off street parking and boat trailer turning with a good all tide boat ramp, ski lane and deep water mooring in front. Filleting station for the day’s catch, overflow / beer fridge and bait freezer. Tapeka is the closest launching point to the Bay and renowned fishing location.
Qualmark 4.5 star international accommodation rating and Enviro-Silver sustainable tourism award. TripAdvisor.com Best Russell Vacation Rental and Excellence awards.
This is the ultimate “Kiwi beach Bach” holiday rental experience and the perfect base to explore the Northland region. Perfect for family reunions and overseas visitors in the winterless North. Only three hours drive from Auckland.
Please view the full photo gallery and the map in satellite view to fully appreciate this stunning location.
Comprehensive details and photos www.tapeka.com or click "view website" link at bottom of page
Tapeka Del Mar has unobstructed beach and bay views with an endless procession of passing boats and romantic sunsets. Direct access to a safe, sandy all tide swimming beach with no road or dunes to cross.
Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat trips, attractions, shops, restaurants and nearby world class golf courses. Three Kayaks and a dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front.
The outdoor living and entertaining area is superb with a large furnished deck and BBQ. A covered verandah surrounds the house with direct access from bedrooms and living area – all just a few steps from the beach. Guests enjoy exclusive use of the beach house and all facilities.
The Master bedroom is on a secluded wing of the house with king size bed, heated ensuite bathroom, LCD TV and sea views. The second bedroom has a queen and single with sea views. The third bedroom has a queen and single bed with garden views. Directly behind the house at the same level is a large fourth bedroom / games room. This contains a king bed and three singles, two of which can be placed together to create another double. This room is popular with children and families. LCD TV, DVD and stereo. Two portable cots, high chair, bath, swing and stroller are available for infants. Beach toys and trampoline.
The inside living area has high ceilings, comfy leather sofas and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Panoramic views extend through floor level ranch sliders to the deck. Lots of books, magazines, board games and DVD library.
Fully equipped granite kitchen includes an ice maker, dish drawer dishwashers, oven, gas hobs, microwave, 4 slice toaster, bodums and serving dishes etc. Laundry with auto washer and dryer.
Entertainment includes a Bose home theatre, big hi-def LED TV, Sky, DVD/Blu-ray, CD, iPod dock and outdoor deck speakers. Telephone and free high speed Internet with WiFi.
The mature grounds have ample off street parking and boat trailer turning with a good all tide boat ramp, ski lane and deep water mooring in front. Filleting station for the day’s catch, overflow / beer fridge and bait freezer. Tapeka is the closest launching point to the Bay and renowned fishing location.
Qualmark 4.5 star international accommodation rating and Enviro-Silver sustainable tourism award. TripAdvisor.com Best Russell Vacation Rental and Excellence awards.
This is the ultimate “Kiwi beach Bach” holiday rental experience and the perfect base to explore the Northland region. Perfect for family reunions and overseas visitors in the winterless North. Only three hours drive from Auckland.
Please view the full photo gallery and the map in satellite view to fully appreciate this stunning location.
Comprehensive details and photos www.tapeka.com or click "view website" link at bottom of page
Bed layout: 2 King(s), 2 Queen(s), 5 Single(s), 2 Cot(s)
Nearest main airport: Kerikeri
Distance: 5km from Paihia (via ferry)
Distance: 5km from Paihia (via ferry)
- Linen provided
- Disabled access: please enquire
- Children welcome
- No smoking
- Pets outside only
- Bath
- BBQ
- Bikes
- Boat parking
- Broadband
- CD player
- Cellphone coverage
- Cleaning equipment
- Cleaning supplies
- Clothes line
- Computer/internet
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- DVD
- Electric blankets
- Electric heat
- Ensuite Bathroom
- Extra Toilet
- Food processor
- Freezer
- Fridge
- Garage
- High Chair
- Internet available
- iPod Dock
- Iron
- Microwave
- Night Store heating
- Oil heaters
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor Shower
- Oven
- Phone
- Portacot
- Sand pit
- Shower
- Sky TV
- Stereo
- Tea, coffee, sugar etc
- Toaster
- Trampoline
- TV
- Washing Machine
- Wifi
- Beach House
- Kitchen
Rates & availability
| Start date | End date | Duration | Guests | Rate | Extra people |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April | Sep 30 | Nightly | 6 | 290 | 30 |
| Dec 19 | Jan 12 | Nightly | - | POA | - |
| Jan 12 | Feb 15 | Nightly | 6 | 690 | 30 |
| Dec 1 ** | Feb 28 | Nightly | 6 | 590 | 30 |
| Mar 1 | Apr 30 | Nightly | 6 | 490 | 30 |
| Nov 1 | Nov 30 | Nightly | 6 | 490 | 30 |
Rates: Linen, towels, consumables and post stay cleaning + $25 per person per stay. Rates subject to confirmation at time of booking and may vary over school and public holiday periods. Minimum stay periods apply. ** $590 rate applies to Dec 1-18 and Feb 12-28. Xmas New Year period POA. Extra guest rate applies for booked stay duration. Contact us for off peak, mid week and last minute special rates. Questions welcome
Availability: All year - book early for public and school holidays
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It's all about "Location, Location, Location" and Tapeka del Mar perfectly satisfies all three criteria: almost certainly the ultimate place in New Zealand to watch the sun sink below the horizon as the wine in your glass ... Read more
dharlock Stayed August 2009
Nearby attractions & activities
Sandy ALL TIDE swimming beach
Diving pontoon moored in front
No road between house and beach - safe for children
Dinghy (row boat) and 3 kayaks for guest use
Boat ramp, mooring and ski lane
Huge 1830's Norfolk Pine trees in reserve opposite
Volleyball court and area for grass cricket opposite
Swim with visiting Dolphins and watch passing Orca
Boat trips to famous the "Hole in the Rock" at Cape Brett
Tall ship day sailing, fishing and yacht charters
Dolphin discovery and swim with the Dolphins trips
Explore over 140 Islands
Numerous local bush walks, Kiwi habitat and scenic look outs
Walk to the top of Tapeka Point with stunning views
Famous Flagstaff toppled by Hone Heke and Kiwi habitat 1km
Historic places, galleries and museums 2 mins away in Russell Shops, cafes, restaurants, takeaways and services nearby
Working museum at Pompallier House, Russell
Arts, crafts, art galleries and antiques shops
Shared and exclusive fishing charters
Renowned shore fishing spots around Tapeka Point
World class golf at Waitangi, Kerikeri or Kauri Cliffs
Tennis Courts
Paragliding
Passenger ferry to Paihia
Kawakawa vintage steam railway
Kawakawa world famous Hundertwasser public toilets
Gloworm caves near Kawakawa
Waitangi Treaty grounds, meeting house and Waka
Circus World adventure park Paihia
Haruru Falls water falls
Stone Store, vineyards and shopping at Kerikeri
Self drive or skippered boat charters
Dive the Canterbury warship wreck at Deep Water Cove
Award winning restaurants, take aways and supermarkets
NZ's oldest church, police station and other historic places
Duke of Marlborough historic hotel
The perfect day trip base to explore the rest of Northland
Day trips to Cape Reinga and Kauri forests
Bay of Islands swordfish club
. . . or just sit back on the deck and watch the endless procession of passing boats
Diving pontoon moored in front
No road between house and beach - safe for children
Dinghy (row boat) and 3 kayaks for guest use
Boat ramp, mooring and ski lane
Huge 1830's Norfolk Pine trees in reserve opposite
Volleyball court and area for grass cricket opposite
Swim with visiting Dolphins and watch passing Orca
Boat trips to famous the "Hole in the Rock" at Cape Brett
Tall ship day sailing, fishing and yacht charters
Dolphin discovery and swim with the Dolphins trips
Explore over 140 Islands
Numerous local bush walks, Kiwi habitat and scenic look outs
Walk to the top of Tapeka Point with stunning views
Famous Flagstaff toppled by Hone Heke and Kiwi habitat 1km
Historic places, galleries and museums 2 mins away in Russell Shops, cafes, restaurants, takeaways and services nearby
Working museum at Pompallier House, Russell
Arts, crafts, art galleries and antiques shops
Shared and exclusive fishing charters
Renowned shore fishing spots around Tapeka Point
World class golf at Waitangi, Kerikeri or Kauri Cliffs
Tennis Courts
Paragliding
Passenger ferry to Paihia
Kawakawa vintage steam railway
Kawakawa world famous Hundertwasser public toilets
Gloworm caves near Kawakawa
Waitangi Treaty grounds, meeting house and Waka
Circus World adventure park Paihia
Haruru Falls water falls
Stone Store, vineyards and shopping at Kerikeri
Self drive or skippered boat charters
Dive the Canterbury warship wreck at Deep Water Cove
Award winning restaurants, take aways and supermarkets
NZ's oldest church, police station and other historic places
Duke of Marlborough historic hotel
The perfect day trip base to explore the rest of Northland
Day trips to Cape Reinga and Kauri forests
Bay of Islands swordfish club
. . . or just sit back on the deck and watch the endless procession of passing boats