Tapeka del Mar is the perfect base to relax, explore the Bay of Islands or use as a base to visit Northland. Set up for international family groups it has four bedrooms and two bathrooms sleeping up to 13 guests. All linen and towels supplied ready to walk in and enjoy. 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. Located on Tapeka Point beach - just two minutes from historic Russell village with island boat tours, attractions, shops, vineyard, restaurants and nearby world class golf. Four 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 with 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. No facilities are shared with other guests or on site managers. The inside living area has high ceilings, comfy leather sofas and a nautical theme with a Cape Cod feel. Unobstructed sea and beach views extend through floor level ranch sliders to the deck. Lots of books, magazines, board games, DVD library and extensive music library.
Fully equipped granite kitchen includes an ice maker, Nespresso machine, dish drawer dishwashers, thermo bake oven, gas hobs, microwave, bodums, serving dishes etc. Laundry with auto washer and dryer.
Entertainment includes an Onkyo/Bose home theatre, HDTV, Sky, Blu-ray/DVD player, AppleTV, iPod dock and outdoor deck speakers. A stereo, LCD TV and DVD player is provided in the large rear bedroom. Telephone and free high speed wireless Internet access.
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 for guest use. Filleting station for the day’s catch and bait freezer. Tapeka is the closest launching point to the Bay and renowned fishing location. TripAdvisor Best Russell Vacation Rental and Excellence awards. This is the ultimate "Kiwi beach house" holiday home experience and the perfect base to explore the Islands and the Northland region. Only three hours drive from Auckland. Note - bookings subject to confirmation by owner. For bookings of less than 7 guests bedrooms are allocated 2 guests per room. Contact us for single occupancy.