After staying three nights in this wonderful B&B, I can only say one thing here: THIS IS THE PLACE TO STAY IN RUSSELL! Our hosts were the best I have ever encountered - anywhere in the world. Everything perfect... views, wonderful breakfast, sailing.... if a total getaway is what you are seeking, Sue and Steve deliver perfection.

We enjoyed staying at Villa Russell and felt very welcome throughout our stay. The house is charming and the view of Russell is wonderful. Sue's breakfasts were perfect and served on the lovely verandah, at very flexible times. Would absolutely recommend this B&B John and Joyce Cowan

We arrived tired after towing the boat from Auckland.Steven gave us a park at the bottom of their drive.We slept in the best bed ever,In the morning Sue laid a healthy tasty breakfast,then Steven helped launch my boat for a days fishing.Highly recommend this place for a hastle free couple of days rest,(fishing great also)

The Bay of Islands is one of the most beautiful places on Earth, captain Cook landed here and Steve will charter you out in his yacht and show you the exact place, now a tiny, completely uninhabitated and isolated island where very few people go visit. A yacht charter in the bay is really the only way to see the... More

The two nights that we spent at Villa Russell was absolutely relaxing. Very warm hosts and lovely rooms...Thank you for the room upgrade Stephen, we feel really special and who knows we might go back to learn some photography skills from you :) Kay/Nathan(Singapore)

We had a lovely two night stay at Villa Russell and have nothing but praise. Not only was the room very luxurious, but Sue & Stephen couldn't have been better hosts. The bed was one of the best I slept on and the wet room (with underfloor heating) was excellent. Villa Russell is only a short stroll out of town... More

Having flown into Auckland and stayed with a friend for 4 days, Villa Russell was our first B&B accommodation in New Zealand.On arrival we were upgraded to a better room which was fantastic with wonderful views from the balcony/terrace across the bay. The room was wonderful as were the breakfasts we enjoyed. The hospitality was great and in the 5... More

We stayed 3 nights at the end of our 3 week tour through south and north islands. One of the nicer B&Bs of our whole trip largely because of the view from the verandah from the Kingfisher Suite. Also quite convenient for the restaurants of Russell town. Our focus was marlin fishing so Sue kindly laid out early breakfast for... More

Stayed in the Hibiscus room. Very clean, modern and spacious. Sue and Stephen most helpful. Fantastic views over the harbour from our room. Breakfasts are plentiful and healthy, all guests sitting around the 1 large table. Can be quite chaotic at times. Sheba the dog is very placid and friendly. Near to the town centre, 5 minutes walk away. Lots... More