Better than beach front. The beach house in ON the beach at the gateway to New Zealand's famous Bay of Islands. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms sleep 2-13 guests. Unobstructed beach and bay views with an endless procession of passing boats and romantic sunsets. Private access to a sandy all tide swimming beach with no road or dunes to cross. 5 Kayaks and a dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front. Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat trips, attractions, shops, vineyards, restaurants and nearby world class golf. The outdoor living and entertaining area is superb with a large furnished deck, loungers and a BBQ grill. A covered verandah surrounds the house with direct access from bedrooms and living area - all just a few steps ...Better than beach front. The beach house in ON the beach at the gateway to New Zealand's famous Bay of Islands. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms sleep 2-13 guests. Unobstructed beach and bay views with an endless procession of passing boats and romantic sunsets. Private access to a sandy all tide swimming beach with no road or dunes to cross. 5 Kayaks and a dinghy or swim to the diving pontoon in front. Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat trips, attractions, shops, vineyards, restaurants and nearby world class golf. The outdoor living and entertaining area is superb with a large furnished deck, loungers and a BBQ grill. A covered verandah surrounds the house with direct access from bedrooms and living area - all just a few steps from the secluded beach. All linens and towels supplied ready to walk in and enjoy. The inside living area has high ceilings, comfy leather sofas and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Panoramic beach and sea views extend through floor level sliding glass doors. Lots of books, magazines, board games and DVD library. Air conditioned for year round comfort. Entertainment includes an Onkyo-Bose home theatre, TV, Sky Satellite TV channels, DVD player and AppleTV, media streaming and outdoor deck speakers. Telephone and free WiFi. Fully equipped granite kitchen includes an ice maker, Nespresso machine, dual dish drawer dishwashers, oven, gas hobs, microwave, food processor, blender, toaster, serving dishes etc. Laundry with washer and dryer plus an outdoor line. The mature grounds have ample off street parking and lots of room for children to play. Tapeka has the closest boat ramp to the Bay and renowned fishing location. Filleting station for the days catch, overflow / drinks fridge and bait freezer. Guests enjoy exclusive use of the beach house, watercraft and all facilities. Bedrooms - 1) Master on a secluded wing of the house with a king size bed, heated ensuite bathroom, TV, phone, safe and sea views. 2) Queen and single with sea views. 3) Queen and single bed with garden views. 4) Family bedroom / games room. King bed and three singles, two of which can be joined to create another double. It also has a refrigerator, TV, DVD and BT sound system. Bedrooms have ceiling fans, heating and alarm clocks. Two portable cots, high chair, bath, swing and stroller for infants. Multi award winner including TripAdvisor Best Russell Vacation Rental and 5 star Excellence awards - but our past guest reviews say the most. This is the ultimate waterfront Kiwi beach house experience, the perfect home away from home and ideal base to explore the Bay of Islands and the Northland region of New Zealand. Can be combined with neighboring Tapeka Bach (sleeps 3)More