Title: Top House - unrivalled views and privacy - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=9659&destination=Russell%2C+Northland%2C+New+Zealand&selected=91392124&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Top House - unrivalled views and privacy ## Photo gallery for Top House - unrivalled views and privacy ![Outdoor dining - Top House - unrivalled views and privacy (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/c33a3e6b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, stereo - Top House - unrivalled views and privacy (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/48929e8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Top House - unrivalled views and privacy (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/88159c93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Top House - unrivalled views and privacy (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/da850da0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Top House - unrivalled views and privacy (Russell)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91400000/91392200/91392124/a6dd0f77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub are just a few of the amenities provided at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Top House - unrivalled views and privacy The Top House, so named because of its location, with 270 degree views, has unrivalled privacy, and it's own helipad. This recently renovated 3 bedroom house is located on 330 acres of private farmland. The house has been finished to a high standard, with excellent amenities, including hot tub with amazing views, outdoor dining and lounge spaces on 360 degree decks, WiFi, two TVs, heaps of parking, modern kitchen and luxury bathrooms, and comfortable stylish furniture throughout. The Farm The Top House is located on large family farm. There are no permanent occupants and while there maybe family holidaying in other houses on the farm the privacy of this location is excellent. No Pets There are Kiwi living on the property so we are unable to accept bookings with pets. The Area The village of Russell is located in the stunningly beautiful Bay of Islands. Russell is an historic place with buckets of character. It's home to several historic buildings, including NZ's oldest licenced premises, and an old wooden church still bearing musket bullet holes! Many of the historic buildings are right on the waterfront, and a walk along there is very atmospheric. Further afield there are many picturesque spots around the Bay of Islands and lots of activities and day trips available. Five fun activities in the area: 1\. Explore the Russell village and sample great food from a range of different restaurants. 2\. Check out the vineyards, both near Russell and the rest of the Bay of Islands. A lot of award winning wine is made in Northland. 3\. Get out on the water - go see the Hole in the Rock, go game fishing, just head out to an island with a picnic and go swimming, or try para-sailing. 4\. Go walking around Russell or further afield in the Bay of Islands. 5\. Go to the beach - there are beautiful beaches just minutes from Russell. Driving The most convenient way to get to Russell is to take the car ferry from Opua to Okiato. It's a 5 minute drive to the Top House once you get off the ferry. The ferry is a 7 minute journey, and runs continuously from 6am - 10pm daily. The whole house is for your exclusive use. You'll also have access to a garage. This is a private house. There are other houses on the property which are well away from the Top House. These houses are not permanently occupied, but if anyone is in residence they'll stay out of your way during your stay. There is a contact number in case of any urgent requirements while you're there. The Top House is handy to all local amenities while retaining a high degree of privacy. It's a 7 minute drive from Russell township, and 5 minutes from the Opua-Okiato car ferry. Omata Vineyard, which has great views, delicious wine, and casual eatery, is 3 minutes drive. Long Beach, a great sandy beach with excellent swimming is 10 minutes drive. If walking is your thing there's plenty of options both close by and further afield. Paihia is just across the water and can be accessed by car or passenger ferry. You'll need a car to get to and from the Top House. There is a taxi service in Russell if you want a night out without worrying about driving. In peak summer holiday period the taxi service is extremely busy and bookings are essential. Call The Russell Cab - phone number is available online. This is the only taxi in Russell \- Absolutely no pets – this is a conservation zone, and there are Kiwi on the property, so no pets, no exceptions. \- Road gate must be kept closed at all times – this is a working farm. \- No parties or events are permitted. \- No loud noise after 10pm. \- No shoes inside. \- Smoking is not permitted inside or on any of the decks. \- No commercial activity is permitted without permission from us. \- You will be charged for any extra guests not on the booking. \- You will be charged for any damage to the property during your stay. Where guests cause damage beyond normal wear and tear, you must inform us of the damage as soon as possible. \- There are security cameras outside the house, but not inside the house. \- Recycling must be separated from general rubbish \- While cleaning fees are included in your rental, guests should not leave the property in a state that requires excessive or deep cleaning (mouldy dishes, soiled carpets, marks on the walls etc). ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/26300/26206/ee94982a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia Paihia - Pool - Kids pool - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews CA $138 CA $159 total includes taxes & fees Apr 27 - Apr 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-27&endDate=2026-04-28&selected=26206&PinnedHotelID=26206&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12914/b2c75d25.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Copthorne Hotel and Resort Bay of Islands Waitangi - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 285257 ## About the area Russell is home to this vacation home. Pompallier Mission and Russell Museum 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. [Visit our Russell travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Russell.dx9659) [View more Vacation homes in Russell](https://www.expedia.ca/Russell-Private-Vacation-Homes.d9659-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-35.30765%2C174.14265&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tNXXjgSc1fBkCXcQ5sS7zyUcumk=) Russell, Northland ### What's nearby - ![Russell Christ Church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111734/34f28744-28ce-4f33-a0b2-113c796e01e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Russell Christ Church 13 min drive \- 7.9 km - ![Russell Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111726/777c6990-7253-49f9-a6f5-9c563524daa4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Russell Beach 14 min drive \- 8.3 km - ![Tapeka Point](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111730/bb7f67e8-12f8-48e8-9340-fe5134fac90b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Tapeka Point 14 min drive \- 8.3 km - ![Flagstaff Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6111730/41dc944c-b556-4e3b-9271-d583faba67db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Flagstaff Hill 15 min drive \- 9.0 km - Long Beach 14 min drive \- 8.3 km ### Getting around - Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) 65 min drive ### Restaurants - Orange Frog - Charlotte's Kitchen - Duke of Marlborough Hotel - CBK Craft Bar & Kitchen - Mako Beach Bar ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Top House - unrivalled views and privacy pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy? ### What time is check-out at Top House - unrivalled views and privacy? ### Where is Top House - unrivalled views and privacy located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Top House - unrivalled views and privacy Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Virgil I. Feb 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Waitangi Stay 2025 We stayed at Top House from 5th to 7th Feb 2025 (Waitangi), we were absolutely blown away with the property. it was clean and immaculate. the hosts went the extra mile with ensuring the Air con was on, arriving to a nice cool property and some supplies, which was grealt appreciated! We highly recommend this property, we are planning future stays here. ##### Virgil I. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cemone R. Jun 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wow, what a beautiful house! Incredibly comfortable, clean, private and peaceful with the most stunning views - this property is something special. The house was warm and welcoming when we arrived, the main living area was beautiful, bedrooms and beds very comfortable, a great bath and showers, and the fireplace and spa were amazing!!Communication with the host was excellent, and we enjoyed our stay so much we extended it by a couple of days! 1000 stars to match those we saw at night! We will be back :) ##### Cemone R. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Avril K. Sep 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Everything was amazing, we had a marvelous time. ##### Avril K. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ingmar-Robert Mar 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication . ##### Ingmar-Robert Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025 ### Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > - [Lakeview Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Lakeview-Cottage.h37916190.Hotel-Information) > - [Ormlie Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Waiohiki-Hotels-Ormlie-Lodge.h9626443.Hotel-Information) > - [Kaikoura Waterfront Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Kaikoura-Waterfront-Apartments.h46121792.Hotel-Information) > - [Akaroa on the Beach Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Akaroa-Hotels-Akaroa-On-The-Beach-Apartments.h9626017.Hotel-Information) > - [Stopforths Premium Accommodation](https://www.expedia.ca/Hokitika-Hotels-Stopforths-Premium-Accommodation.h23236034.Hotel-Information) > - [Hilton Queenstown Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Queenstown-Hotels-Hilton-Queenstown-Resort-Spa.h4268206.Hotel-Information) > - [Maruia Hot Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Lewis-Pass-Hotels-Maruia-Hot-Springs.h17262379.Hotel-Information) > - [Sennen House](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton-Hotels-Sennen-House.h7120592.Hotel-Information) > - [Dusky Lodge - Hostel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Dusky-Lodge.h13271116.Hotel-Information) > - [Absolute Bliss](https://www.expedia.ca/Paihia-Hotels-Absolute-Bliss.h9626254.Hotel-Information) > - [Nomads Rest](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Nomads-Rest.h27954748.Hotel-Information) > - [The Blue Pub](https://www.expedia.ca/Methven-Hotels-The-Blue-Pub.h9628177.Hotel-Information) > - [Aqua Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Tekapo-Hotels-Aqua-Lodge.h51669090.Hotel-Information) > - [The Reservation B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Gore-Hotels-The-Reservation.h9679423.Hotel-Information) > - [Horse and Jockey Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Horse-And-Jockey-Inn.h29357900.Hotel-Information) > - [Duvauchelle Seaside Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Duvauchelle-Hotels-Duvauchelle-Seaside-Motel.h20930343.Hotel-Information) > - [Sundowner Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Greymouth-Hotels-Sundowner-Motel.h19166307.Hotel-Information) > - [Ribbonwood Country House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheviot-Hotels-Ribbonwood-Country-House.h15876059.Hotel-Information) > - [Ohakune TOP 10 Holiday Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Ohakune-TOP-10-Holiday-Park.h33230446.Hotel-Information) > - [Prodigal Daughter Gourmet Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Martinborough-Hotels-Prodigal-Daughter-Gourmet-Lodge.h39405385.Hotel-Information) > - [Kumiko's Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Waipara-Hotels-Kumikos-Guest-House.h98505532.Hotel-Information) > - [Acacia Lodge Motel](https://www.expedia.ca/Mangonui-Hotels-Acacia-Lodge-Motel.h2600471.Hotel-Information) > - [The Matarangi B & B](https://www.expedia.ca/Matarangi-Hotels-The-Matarangi-B-B.h97053938.Hotel-Information) > - [JetPark Hotel Hamilton Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Jet-Park-Hotel-Hamilton-Airport.h4281130.Hotel-Information) > - [Awaroa Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Awaroa-Bay-Hotels-Awaroa-Lodge.h5417771.Hotel-Information) > - [Ruapehu Country Lodge](https://www.expedia.ca/Ohakune-Hotels-Ruapehu-Country-Lodge.h9625899.Hotel-Information) > - [Monty's self-contained unit](https://www.expedia.ca/Hamilton-Hotels-Montys-Self-Contained-Unit.h37984382.Hotel-Information) > - [Riverside Homestead Waitangi](https://www.expedia.ca/Haruru-Hotels-Riverside-Homestead-Waitangi.h78742745.Hotel-Information) > - [Kaikoura Luxury Apartments](https://www.expedia.ca/Kaikoura-Hotels-Waves-Luxury-Apartments.h45744296.Hotel-Information)