Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home - Bay Of Islands Accommodation

Customer rating

3.6★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Summary

Bedroom 1: Queen
Bedroom 2: Queen
Bedroom 3: Single x2
Bathroom 1 with: Shower, Hand Basin, Toilet
Free Wi-Fi, DVD Player, TV, BBQ
Microwave, Fridge Freezer, Hobs, Oven, Coffee Maker, Toaster
Washing Machine
Heating

Linen

Our linen service will provide all sheets, pillowcases, towels, bath mats, and tea towels for your stay. We’ll also make up the beds for you prior to arrival and strip them down after your departure. Pillows and duvets are provided at the property.

The property

Featuring panoramic views of Russell harbour, Paihia and Waitangi from the wraparound deck, Te Maiki Escape is a great base for a family or small group holidaying in Russell This three-bedroom holiday home is comfortable with cosy open-plan living. You can curl up with a good book or flick on the TV, but the real show is out the doors and on the deck, with stunning views across Kororareka Bay. Soak up some sun here and watch boats track across the harbour, while the BBQ is fired up for some tasty Kiwi kai! The central location of Te Maiki Escape is just a 5 minute walk into the village centre, where you'll find the 4 Square, cafes and the tavern. Newports Chocolate shop is a must for anyone wanting to indulge their sweet tooth. The Russell wharf is also a short walk from your doorstep where many local attractions depart from, including boat charters of all kinds, fishing, Bay of Islands cruises, dolphin and whale watching and parasailing. The best way to experience this beautiful region is from the water! Te Maiki Escape is waiting to welcome you to the Bay of Islands! **Please be advised that no live streaming of movies, videos, online games or any other excessive usage of WiFi data is recommended due to the limited data plan. The daily usage no greater than 3GB per stay is suggested.

All guests should take care on the deck as there is are large gaps in the railings and the railings are under 1 metre high.

Please note there is only one car parking space available.

As the mezzanine barrier for Bedroom 3 is below 1 metre high, all guests should take care in this area due to the risk of falls.

Please be advised that no live streaming of movies, videos, online games or any other excessive usage of WiFi data is recommended due to the limited data plan. The daily usage no greater than 3GB per stay is suggested.

About the location

Russell is a seaside town filled with history and handy to all of the Bay of Islands 'bucket list' activities. From sitting on the waterfront with some classic fish and chips to swimming with dolphins or visiting the idyllic Toretore Island, Russell is a great place to experience the laid-back lifestyle of the Far North.

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11 Customer Review(s)

Suzette
January 2021

“Loved it with amazing accomodation and amazing views.”

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- Suzette, January 2021
Debbie January 2020

“Fantastic position, views unbeatable, close to town.”

- Debbie, January 2020
Kevin February 2023

“Hi Kevin, Thank you for your feedback.”

We will work with the services on the ground to ensure the deck gets the TLC it needs do you can enjoy your next holiday here. We will also see the blankets are taken care of. We are so glad to hear you love the bach. It really is a happy place :) Thanks, The Bachcare Team.

- Kevin, February 2023
Sue April 2022

“A very relaxing property to stay at with gorgeous views.”

- Sue, April 2022
Rachel July 2021

“Great views, close to village centre.”

Comfortable furniture, original decor and appliances reflecting the era built. Enjoyed the sea view and bush outlook creating privacy from other dwellings nearby. Shared steep driveway with adjacent properties.

- Rachel, July 2021
Jane November 2019

“Lovely home with magical views.”

Walk to the village easily. Had everything we needed.

- Jane, November 2019
Lisa January 2023

“Hi Lisa, Thank you for your feedback.”

We take pride in ensuring all our baches are pristine and are a true reflection of the photos we have online. We are working with the services on the ground to get the issues you have mentioned rectified. We hope you enjoyed the time you had in Russell and you do return again to our happy place. Thanks, The Bachcare Team.

- Lisa, January 2023
Julie November 2020

“Great views.”

Close to town centre but up a very steep slope. Too small for 6 people and only 1 bathroom. Property and appliances dated. Lighting poor, not enough mirrors or even one near a socket so you could plug in a hair dryer.

- Julie, November 2020

Thank you for your feedback Julie. We are happy to hear you enjoyed the views! We do list that there is one bathroom at this property and try to make all of our listings are clear as possible. We have passed along your feedback to the owners and do hope to welcome you back in the future! Bachcare
Jolie November 2019

“A lovely villa with spectacular views over Russell to wake up to.”

- Jolie, November 2019
Carolyn March 2019

“A great comfortable bach for anyone wanting to be located in Russell - just a short walk down into town with awesome views from the lounge & balcony.”

Very neat and tidy inside - a couple appliances are a bit old, but still in good condition and work perfectly. We would have loved to stay longer if we had the time.

- Carolyn, March 2019
Stephanie March 2023

“A short summary: Pros of Te Maiki Escape - fantastic position with fabulous views.”

Comfortable bed in downstairs double bedroom - didn't use upstairs at all. Plenty of hot water. Good to have parking and be within easy walking distance of the town. Good supply of crockery etc. In a nice little area too. Cons: Tired, shabby, outdated decor. Mugs and coffee pot in cupboards actually dirty. (I do have photos). Tea towels utterly useless for drying anything, just smeared everything around. Carpet stained and shabby. Cobwebs on the inside of the window in sitting room. Broken table on deck (top came off when picked up - not safe). TV didn't work - no signal no matter what we tried. Kitchen taps leaked extensively after first use meaning a large puddle of water on work top to mop up every morning. Linings of curtains in bedroom torn and hanging in shreds. That is simply not acceptable. Wardrobe in downstairs double bedroom stank of stale sweat and, in fact, the whole house smelled very unpleasant. Had to keep windows and doors open ALL the time to keep smell at bay - problems with drainage perhaps? The house is in need of an extensive overhaul of facilities/decor etc in our view as it could be amazing! With its wonderful position etc, it could be fabulous and get a much better rental price too. (or at least, be worth the rental paid for it). Instead it really really wasn't. Apologies for the very negative comments but the house was actually very disappointing in many ways. Had we been staying for longer than 4 nights, we would have much more of an issue of it. I've given two stars for the pros which I've listed above. I can honestly say we could not recommend the house as a place to stay to anyone we know which is such a shame as Russell is delightful and we loved it.

- Stephanie, March 2023

Hi Stephanie, Thank you for your feedback on the maintenance that is required at the property, we are sorry to hear you felt that way about your stay. We're discussing this with the property owners and working hard on improvements to ensure this home continues to offer an amazing experience to our guests. Bachcare

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Useful information - FAQs

How many guests can sleep at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home?

Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home accommodates up to 6 guests across 3 bedrooms.

Is Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home?

Check-in at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home is from 15:00, and check-out is until 10:00.

Does Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home have a pool or hot tub?

No, the property does not have a pool. No, the property does not have a hot tub.

Is parking available at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home?

Yes, Off road parking is available at the property.

Is linen provided at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home?

Yes, linen is included.

What amenities are available at Te Maiki Escape - Russell Holiday Home?

The house includes Off road parking, Ground floor bedroom, , Garden / Patio, Washing machine, Broadband / WiFi.

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Linen

The property

About the location

Reviews & Ratings

“Loved it with amazing accomodation and amazing views.”

“Fantastic position, views unbeatable, close to town.”

“Hi Kevin, Thank you for your feedback.”

“A very relaxing property to stay at with gorgeous views.”

“Great views, close to village centre.”

“Lovely home with magical views.”

“Hi Lisa, Thank you for your feedback.”

“Great views.”

“A lovely villa with spectacular views over Russell to wake up to.”

“A great comfortable bach for anyone wanting to be located in Russell - just a short walk down into town with awesome views from the lounge & balcony.”

“A short summary: Pros of Te Maiki Escape - fantastic position with fabulous views.”

Useful information - FAQs