Woodies' Retreat

  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
  • Woodies' Retreat - Russell
12
Max Guests
5
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms

About this Holiday House

• You can't get closer to the water than this! • Launch the boat off the front lawn or use the mooring • one of only 8 houses in the bay Wake up to a breath-taking view every morning of your holiday with this absolute waterfront property. The peace and tranquility of this place has to be experienced to be believed. Brand new to the Russell holiday home market, this immaculate beach house has 4-5 bedrooms, three bathrooms, two kitchens and ample living areas for the grown ups and the kids, making it the ideal place for holidays. This is the perfect house for two families holidaying together or an extended family situation. If it's seclusion, peace and serenity you are after, you'll find it right here. Although if you need a little more excitement (or perhaps your teenagers do), the town of Russell is only 8 minutes drive away and Paihia also a short drive or ferry ride. The master bedroom features panoramic views of the bay & includes a generous en-suite with walk-in wardrobe. All other rooms have either sea or bush views. In this idyllic spot you can fish off the beach, gather seafood, swim, kayak and launch your boat from the front lawn or leave it on your deep water mooring that comes with this property. This wonderful location has it all and is great for all water sports or simply enjoying the ever changing scene as it unfolds before you as you relax on the deck. This is laid back holidaying at its best. Part of the charm of this place is its’ seclusion – you will never hear any road noise because there is no road! This means that vehicle access is only via the beach but the sand is hard packed so it’s no problem for driving. However this does mean that the home is not accessible by car for an hour or 2 either side of high tide so if you arrive and the water is lapping your front lawn, make use of the carpark at the end of the road, then it is a simple 2 minute walk along the beach. Make a coffee or pour a wine and by the time you’re done you can wander back and collect your vehicle. - There is a Weber available for your use - Kayaks and paddle boards are also available - Cleaning charge is a $180 per visit. - All long weekends are charged at the peak rate and have a minimum of 3 nights stay. - You are welcome to bring a boat for fishing or pleasure cruising and may use our mooring while you stay. Please note that a cleaning fee of $380 is applicable to each booking.

Details and amenities

Amenity: Child friendly
Child friendly
Amenity: Pet outside only
Pet outside only
Amenity: Linen provided
Linen provided
Amenity: No smoking
No smoking
Amenity: Accessibility: please enquire
Accessibility: please enquire
Heating & cooling
Amenity: Air Conditioning
Air Conditioning
Amenity: Electric blankets
Electric blankets
Amenity: Electric heat
Electric heat
Amenity: Fire place
Fire place
Amenity: Fire wood supplied
Fire wood supplied
Amenity: Heat pump
Heat pump
Amenity: Oil heaters
Oil heaters
Amenity: Under floor heating
Under floor heating
Kitchen
Amenity: Dishwasher
Dishwasher
Amenity: Freezer
Freezer
Amenity: Fridge
Fridge
Amenity: Microwave
Microwave
Amenity: Oven
Oven
Amenity: Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Tea, coffee, sugar etc
Amenity: Toaster
Toaster
Bathroom
Amenity: Accessible Bathroom
Accessible Bathroom
Amenity: Bath
Bath
Amenity: Ensuite Bathroom
Ensuite Bathroom
Amenity: Extra Toilet
Extra Toilet
Amenity: Shower
Shower
Laundry
Amenity: Cleaning equipment
Cleaning equipment
Amenity: Cleaning supplies
Cleaning supplies
Amenity: Clothes line
Clothes line
Amenity: Dryer
Dryer
Amenity: Ironing Facilities
Ironing Facilities
Amenity: Laundry Tub
Laundry Tub
Amenity: Washing Machine
Washing Machine
Parking
Amenity: Boat parking
Boat parking
Amenity: Garage
Garage
Amenity: Off Street Parking
Off Street Parking
Entertainment
Amenity: Sky TV
Sky TV
Amenity: Stereo
Stereo
Amenity: TV
TV
Internet
Amenity: Free WiFi
Free WiFi
Amenity: Internet available
Internet available
Amenity: WiFi - Fibre
WiFi - Fibre
Bedroom
Amenity: Extra Bedding
Extra Bedding
Outdoors
Amenity: BBQ
BBQ
Amenity: Outdoor furniture
Outdoor furniture
Other
Amenity: Cellphone coverage
Cellphone coverage

Bed layout

3 Queen(s), 1 Bunk(s), 3 King single(s), 1 Trundler bed(s), 1 King(s)

Special Amenities

There are only 6 houses on this bay so it doesn't get much quieter than this. If peace and tranquility on the absolute beachfront is what you've been seeking, look no further.

Special Attractions and Activities Nearby

Historic Russell is only an 8 minute drive away. Everything the Bay of Islands has to offer is available right off your front lawn!

Reviews

Average Rating: 5
7 total reviews

Bibin Baby
Amazing place to stay. Great location. Highly recommended to groups/family.
Lyndsay Jobin
The property is incredibly special with a superb location and a very large layout. We had extended family for the weekend -12 pax and we all fitted in well. The owners are thoughtful with the fire burning when we arrived and very good coms. There were some challenges with some things not working and/ or needing repair. The owners are aware and tried to remedy for us. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Naomi Castles
Stunning location and a beautiful home. We were a large group of 11 (two families) who travelled in winter and Woodies' Retreat was perfect. The kids loved the paddle boards and kayaks and the view was sensational. It was quiet and peaceful, you felt like you had the bay all to yourself. The house was warm (with a woodfire and heaters), plenty of room for us all with comfortable beds and three bathrooms (works especially well with teenage girls)! Our host Dave was extremely welcoming and accommodating. I would highly recommend and hope to return in the future.
View more...

Availability

  • 13 Sep – 17 Sep 2026 Unavailable
  • 20 Dec – 02 Jan 2027 Unavailable

Rates

Date rangeRatesMinimum stay
11 Jan - 7 Feb $1250 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
8 Feb - 11 Feb $980 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
12 Feb - 5 Apr $980 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
6 Apr - 9 Apr $1600 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
10 Apr - 24 Apr $1250 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
25 Apr - 31 May $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
1 Jun - 4 Jun $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
5 Jun - 29 Jun $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
30 Jun - 12 Jul $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
13 Jul - 15 Jul $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
16 Jul - 23 Oct $650 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
24 Oct - 26 Oct $980 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
27 Oct - 12 Dec $790 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
12 Dec - 18 Dec $1250 / Night for 12 guests2 Nights
19 Dec - 10 Jan $1950 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
Rest of year$590 / Night for 12 guests3 Nights
11 Jan - 7 Feb
$1250 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
8 Feb - 11 Feb
$980 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights
12 Feb - 5 Apr
$980 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
6 Apr - 9 Apr
$1600 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights
10 Apr - 24 Apr
$1250 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
25 Apr - 31 May
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
1 Jun - 4 Jun
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
5 Jun - 29 Jun
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
30 Jun - 12 Jul
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
13 Jul - 15 Jul
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
16 Jul - 23 Oct
$650 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
24 Oct - 26 Oct
$980 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights
27 Oct - 12 Dec
$790 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights
12 Dec - 18 Dec
$1250 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 2 Nights
19 Dec - 10 Jan
$1950 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights
Rest of year
$590 / Night for 12 guests
Min. stay: 3 Nights

Cleaning fee is $380.00.

Cancellations

The pending booking will be automatically cancelled after 48 hours or earlier depending on the check-in date.

The house-specific cancellation policy will appear here.

More Holiday Houses near Russell