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Orongo Bay Homestead

3.5 star property

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Take advantage of a terrace, a garden and laundry facilities at Orongo Bay Homestead. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a fireplace in reception and a bar.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Breakfast available

Room options

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Showing 3 of 3 rooms

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Living area

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite, Kitchenette, Mezzanine

Premium bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite, Kitchenette, Mezzanine

  • Garden view
  • 50 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Design Villa

  • Lake view
  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds, 1 Single Murphy Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds
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About the area

Located in Russell, Orongo Bay Homestead is in a rural area and on the boardwalk. Russell Museum and Pompallier Mission are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Bay Of Islands Vintage Railway and Makana Confections are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Russell travel guide
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Map
45 Aucks Road, Russell, 0272

What's nearby

  • Russell Christ Church
    Russell Christ Church
    4 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Russell Museum
    Russell Museum
    4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Russell Beach
    Russell Beach
    5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Flagstaff Hill
    Flagstaff Hill
    6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Long Beach
    5 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen
    21 min drive
  • Charlotte's Kitchen
    20 min drive
  • Orange Frog
    21 min drive
  • Duke of Marlborough Hotel
    5 min drive
  • Seaside
    5 min drive

About this property

Orongo Bay Homestead

  • Holiday home near Bay of Islands
  • A terrace, a garden and laundry facilities are just a few of the amenities provided at Orongo Bay Homestead. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a fireplace in reception and a bar.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self-parking
    • Local cuisine breakfast (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and a TV in reception
    • Coffee/tea in reception, wedding services and tour/ticket information
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and separate sitting areas.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Tempur-Pedic beds and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
    • Shower/bath combinations, free toiletries and hairdryers
    • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels and DVD players
    • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and heated floors

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (NZD 15); free wired internet
  • Free WiFi is limited to 15 minutes per stay

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Children stay free (see details)

Restaurants on site

  • Dinner by arrangement

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 28 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Bedrooms

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed: NZD 120 per day
  • Tempur-Pedic mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Heated floor
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • TV in common areas

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Laptop workspace

Comfort

  • Ceiling fan

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Free bottled water
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • On the bay
  • On the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Private wine tours
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • 3 units
  • Colonial architecture
  • Garden
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

The property charges 100 per cent for credit card payments

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

1 child, up to the age of 6 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 120.0 per day.

Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: from approximately NZD 28 per person
  • Fee for wireless Internet in public areas: NZD 15 (rates may vary)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 120.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 100 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Free in-room WiFi is limited to 15 minutes per stay

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Frequently asked questions

Is Orongo Bay Homestead pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Orongo Bay Homestead?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Does Orongo Bay Homestead provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Orongo Bay Homestead located?

Situated on the boardwalk, this holiday home is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Bay of Islands and within 3 miles (5 km) of Bay of Islands Marina and Russell Christ Church. Russell Museum and Pompalier House are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Reviews

Orongo Bay Homestead Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

8.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Newly Engaged

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Engagement Weekend

Perfect accommodation for a nice weekend away from Auckland. Michael was very welcoming and the room was lovely. Thank you for everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful, peaceful and eco-friendly place to stay. The owners are friendly and helpful. The home-baked breakfast is delightful. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Would stay there again. Great experience and the hosts were helpful and flexible with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Too expensive, too far out of town, B&B nearly $560 - Beautiful room, not much to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018