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The Sails

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star apartment with kitchen in Russell

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A modern two-story house with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a large potted plant.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a chair.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass TV stand, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a view through the window blinds.
A kitchen with a sink, toaster, microwave, and cabinets.
A hotel room with a bed, a metal drying rack, and a shower area.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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71 Wellington St, Russell, Northland, 202
  • Place, Bay of Islands
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Russell Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Flagstaff Hill
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a balcony with outdoor furniture.

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Bay View

  • Bay view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a glass TV stand, a seating area with a table and chairs, and a view through the window blinds.

Apartment, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Russell

Close to the beach.Your stay at this Russell apartment places you within a 10-minute walk of Bay of Islands and Tapeka Point. Russell Beach and Pompalier House are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Bay of Islands - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Russell Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Flagstaff Hill - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Russell Christ Church - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Russell Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seaside - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bad Habits - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Cellini's - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Sage At Paroabay - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Gables - ‬10 min walk

About this property

The Sails

3.5-star apartment with kitchen in Russell
The Sails offers its guests a terrace, barbecue grills, and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star Russell apartment is smoke free.

  • 2 guestrooms or units
  • Self-service laundry
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • No smoking on site
The Sails offers 2 air-conditioned accommodations with DVD players and espresso makers. Rooms open to patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include desks. Accommodations at this 3.5-star apartment have kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Russell apartment provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Smart televisions come with Netflix. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Iron/ironing board
  • No housekeeping provided

Things to do

  • Whale watching 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units
  • Garden
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information prior to arrival; access will be through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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
This property accepts credit cards
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard.

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Sails to the airport?

The Sails is 24.2 mi (53-min drive) away from the Kerikeri (KKE-Bay of Islands) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does The Sails have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Sails.

How close is The Sails to the beach?

This apartment is a short 7-minute walk from Russell Beach and 1 mi (3-min drive) from Long Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Sails offer free breakfast?

The Sails does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Sails?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

What time is check-in at The Sails?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

Is there free parking at The Sails?

This apartment offers free self parking.

Does The Sails have a pool?

The Sails does not have a pool.

Does The Sails have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is The Sails to downtown Russell?

The Sails is 0.4 mi away from Russell.

The Sails Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just out of town so quiet, but still close enough to walk. Nice outdoor seating, although shared with neighbours. Good water views but a large railing in the way. So close to being excellent!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Stunning location

Awesome stay. The Sail itself is a ten minute walk from the beach and town. Very friendly place. Would love to come back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property excellent host. Will be back Quiet and peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great aspect frendly very helpfull owners would recomend to all a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018