10/10 Excellent
Moira F.
22 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot
Moira F.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Forty9 Steps
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4209 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Russell, Northland
- Russell Beach4 min walk
- Flagstaff Hill13 min walk
- Paihia Wharf28 min drive
- Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Forty9 Steps
Forty9 Steps - the pathway to elevated, uninterrupted views over the bay, downtown Russell and north over the Top 10 Holiday Park.
Park up the car and walk 4 minutes to all you could want for a relaxing and vibrant holiday - shops, cafes, restaurants and the many leisure activities available on your doorstep.
Our spacious open plan home has wonderful indoor/outdoor flow. We are not suitable for anyone with mobility issues because of the steps.
We welcome you to our special part of NZ.
The space
The ground floor is open plan living with two seating areas in which to relax and a window seat with expansive views over the Bay.
A spacious well-equipped kitchen with the latest appliances. Refrigerator with icemaker and chilled water dispenser, induction cooking plus microwave and coffeemaker.
Our home comfortably sleeps 4 adults in 2 upstairs bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other super king. There are 2 bathrooms on this level.
Downstairs there is a separate laundry with a washer, dryer and toilet.
Outdoor living enjoys all day sun with views to the Bay and beyond. There are 2 seating areas on the deck to enjoy morning coffee and/or breakfast.
Guest access
The entire home excluding a small third bedroom and garage.
Other things to note
- 4 minutes' walk to Downtown Russell and the Waterfront.
- Private residence with uninterrupted views.
- Walking distance to beaches.
- Fabulous sunsets.
- Outdoor dining BBQ and seating areas.
- Wonderful bird life.
- Given the number of steps our property is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.
Park up the car and walk 4 minutes to all you could want for a relaxing and vibrant holiday - shops, cafes, restaurants and the many leisure activities available on your doorstep.
Our spacious open plan home has wonderful indoor/outdoor flow. We are not suitable for anyone with mobility issues because of the steps.
We welcome you to our special part of NZ.
The space
The ground floor is open plan living with two seating areas in which to relax and a window seat with expansive views over the Bay.
A spacious well-equipped kitchen with the latest appliances. Refrigerator with icemaker and chilled water dispenser, induction cooking plus microwave and coffeemaker.
Our home comfortably sleeps 4 adults in 2 upstairs bedrooms, one with a king bed and the other super king. There are 2 bathrooms on this level.
Downstairs there is a separate laundry with a washer, dryer and toilet.
Outdoor living enjoys all day sun with views to the Bay and beyond. There are 2 seating areas on the deck to enjoy morning coffee and/or breakfast.
Guest access
The entire home excluding a small third bedroom and garage.
Other things to note
- 4 minutes' walk to Downtown Russell and the Waterfront.
- Private residence with uninterrupted views.
- Walking distance to beaches.
- Fabulous sunsets.
- Outdoor dining BBQ and seating areas.
- Wonderful bird life.
- Given the number of steps our property is not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.
Property manager
Linda
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Water view
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Russell
Located in Russell, this holiday home is near the beach. 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 The Parrot Place are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
Russell, Northland
What's nearby
- Russell Christ Church - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Russell Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
- Flagstaff Hill - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive - 15.5 km
- Paihia Beach - 31 min drive - 15.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Cbk Craft Beer and Kitchen - 28 min drive
- Marina Cafe Opua - 22 min drive
- Hone's Garden - 6 min walk
- Paihia Wharf - 28 min drive
- Charlotte’s Kitchen - 28 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mel S.
9 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice view of beach
Mel S.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
John D.
22 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic
John D.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
29 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Worth the 49 steps !
Kelly C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
About the host
Hosted by Linda
We live in Russell and spend spare time enjoying gardening, time on the water and socialising with the great people of Russell.
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