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Eagles Nest

5.0 star property
This eco-friendly retreat offers the perfect balance of activity and relaxation with an adjacent golf course and four outdoor pools to enjoy throughout the stay.

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Eagles Nest offers a serene oceanside escape with full breakfast and a peaceful terrace. Enjoy spectacular views that enhance mountain biking adventures. After outdoor activities, rejuvenate with facials and massages at the on-site spa.
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • On private beach
  • Pool
  • Spa pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included

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First light villa

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private hot tub
  • 102 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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The eyrie villa

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Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Private hot tub
  • 222 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Eagle spirit villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Private hot tub
  • 242 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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Sacred space villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Private hot tub
  • 353 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Rahimoana villa

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Private pool
Private hot tub
  • 1500 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 King Beds OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Located in Russell, Eagles Nest is in the historical district and on a private beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bay of Islands and Paihia Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Makana Chocolate Boutique and Action World. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ecotours nearby.
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Map
60 Tapeka Road, Bay of Islands, Russell, 0202

What's nearby

  • Tapeka Point - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Tapeka Point Historic Reserve - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Russell Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orange Frog - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Marlborough Hotel - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Charlotte's Kitchen - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Mako Beach Bar - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬29 min drive

About this property

Eagles Nest

Luxury family-friendly lodge near Bay of Islands
Take advantage of free full breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a terrace at Eagles Nest. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or 5 hot tubs, and indulge in a massage. In addition to a firepit and a garden, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Free self-parking and valet parking
  • Limo/town car service, motorhome/coach/lorry parking and express check-out
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge), tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts, such as fireplaces and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as pillow menus and air conditioning.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and down duvets
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • 50-inch LED TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle up to 5 mi
  • Free ferry terminal shuttle
  • Free shopping centre shuttle
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site valet and self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 4 outdoor pools
  • 5 hot tubs
  • Gym
  • Helicopter/aeroplane tours
  • Library
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • 4 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 16,996 square feet of conference space
  • Business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a private beach
  • On the bay
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • In-room massages

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
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • 6 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Children's slippers
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with premium digital channels
  • DVD player
  • IPod dock
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laundry detergent
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Washer/dryer
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 2000
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 2000
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 14 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: NZD 540 per vehicle (return)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: NZD 540 (return), (up to 2 years old)
  • Early check-in fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 2000 (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

EAGLES NEST Russell
EAGLES NEST Villa
EAGLES NEST Villa Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge
Eagles Nest Russell
Eagles Nest Lodge Russell

Frequently asked questions

Does Eagles Nest have a pool?

Yes, this property has 4 outdoor pools.

Is Eagles Nest pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Eagles Nest?

Self-parking and valet parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at Eagles Nest?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:30 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of NZD 2000 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Eagles Nest?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for NZD 2000 (subject to availability).

Does Eagles Nest provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of NZD 540 per vehicle applies.

Where is Eagles Nest located?

Located in Russell, this beachfront lodge is next to a golf course, just steps away from Tapeka Point and Bay of Islands. Flagstaff Hill and Lookout are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Eagles Nest Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simone Le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5/5 – Exceptional Stay in Beautiful Bay of Islands! We recently spent four nights at this stunning property in Russell, New Zealand, and everything about our stay was absolutely perfect. From the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding—warm, welcoming, and attentive without being intrusive. The facilities were top-notch: clean, modern, and incredibly comfortable. Whether we were relaxing in our villa, enjoying the scenic surroundings, or taking advantage of the amenities, everything was impeccably maintained and thoughtfully designed. What really stood out was the staff—they went above and beyond to ensure our stay was memorable. Friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely caring, they made us feel right at home. We couldn’t have asked for a better place to unwind and explore the beauty of New Zealand North Island. Highly recommended, and we can’t wait to return!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Unforgettable stay, magical!

It’s truly impossible to put into words just how wonderful this place is. “Incredible” doesn’t begin to describe it—think of every positive adjective you can, and it still probably wouldn’t do it justice! We stayed at the First Light Villa and every detail has been so thoughtfully considered to make your stay feel seamless and special. Lauren and Kim were the most gracious hosts, going above and beyond to take care of us. They drove us into town for dinner and picked us up afterward and offered to pick us up or drop us into town anytime. Hospitality at its finest. We walked into town and back during the day via the trails Lauren showed us. And the villa… just wow. It’s something you have to experience to truly understand. The photos are lovely, but they don’t capture the peaceful energy and magic of the space. It’s serene and calming—almost zen-like. The jacuzzi, tucked into the lush greenery, is an absolute dream. There are two fireplaces—one inside and one on the deck, adding a cozy charm that’s perfect for any time of day. The kitchen was fully stocked with breakfast essentials (and then some): smoked salmon, yogurt, oatmeal, eggs—anything we requested! It was luxury from start to finish. The views are simply breathtaking, and the expansive deck is the ideal spot to soak them all in. The upstairs bedroom is spectacular, with panoramic windows that make waking up feel like a dream. We’ve stayed in many places over the years, but this one tops the list.
Welcome bottle of Champagne
The view from the bed during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

No wow

The wow factor was missing Not too sure other the large front villa the purpose of the rest of the vilas Views very limited and the villa was showing signs of its age
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

1st Wedding Anniversary

Perfect romantic escape for our 1st wedding anniversary. Stunning and private location and in room chef was a fantastic way to cap the experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Incredible

The most incredible place I've ever stayed. The First Light villa was absolutely beautiful, and the service was unbelievable. Highly, highly recommend to anyone travelling to this area.

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024