Aomotu Lodge
Walking distance to Russell village
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Price Range: from NZ$250
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Aomotu Lodge - for the perfect Bay of Islands getaway and is located in romantic Russell is the ideal choice for a holiday, wedding, a family reunion or a luxurious long weekend away from the pressures of daily life.
Nestled in a lush tropical garden overlooking the Bay of Islands, Gardenia House provides comfort with a touch of class. The house cascades down the hillside in a series of levels each with stunning sea views and offers peace and seclusion. The interior is crafted from native woods and vaulted stained glass windows fill the rooms with warm natural light
Aomotu can comfortably accommodate two couples and two children in the main house with provision for a further couple in the annex. All the suites have sea views, a spacious private bathroom, tea and coffee making facilities and a refrigerator. The master suite also has a spa pool and private patio. Linen and towels are provided.
The kitchen is fully equipped with a wide range of crockery and cutlery and the conservatory makes a perfect breakfast nook. Celebrate with friends in the formal dining room, curl up in the living room and watch a little Sky television, or have a barbeque and a few drinks on the veranda while watching the sunset over the sea. Air conditioning keeps the summer heat at bay and in the winter there is central heating, and a traditional open fire.
If you have to work, or just catch up with your email, wireless internet is provided. The opportunities for play in Russell are extensive. Long Beach is five minutes drive away if you like to swim or surf. Sailing a yacht to the outer islands is an unforgettable experience and can be arranged at Russell wharf, which is an easy 5 minute stroll.
Relive Russell’s maritime history during a day aboard the tall ship R Tucker Thompson that calls at the wharf most mornings and offers the chance to sail around the Bay of Islands. You can swim with dolphins, play golf, go wine tasting, ride a jet boat, go scuba diving, game fishing, parasail or take a leisurely ferry over to Paihia. There are a variety of cafes, restaurants and galleries here for you to enjoy.
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Please note: For your comfort the house is non-smoking property. **Please note that the house is not suitable for children under 8 years of age**
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Minimum night stay
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3 peak, shoulder low season and 7 nights between 20th Dec - 9th Jan
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Home information
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Self-catering
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Bedrooms
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Main House 3 (sleeps 7) Studio 1 (sleeps 2)
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Bed configuration
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Main House 2 queen, 3 single Studio 1 queen
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Living & dining accommodates
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9 people
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Bathrooms
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All bedrooms have their own en-suite
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Household facilities/equipment
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Fridge/freezer
Microwave
Kitchen fully equipped
Washing machine, Dryer
External clothesline
Duvets/Pillows supplied and all linen
Central Heating
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Electric oven and hobs
Pantry
TV, DVD, SKY, Stereo
Electric heating
Iron & ironing board
WI-FI
Fireplace and firewood
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Outdoor facilities
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BBQ
Garden
Boat and car parking
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Outside furniture
Outside lighting
Off street parking for 4 cars
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Perspective
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Views of the water, urban and beach
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Things to see & do near by
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Russell's historic township and once the colonial capital of New Zealand
Russell Museum
Big game fishing in the outer waters of the Bay of Islands Adventure park
Art galleries
R Tucker Thompson tall sailing ship which cruises the islands
Walkway from Rawhiti to the historic whaling station (now closed) at Whangamumu
Walkway from Okiato to Orongo Bay
Walkway to Cape Brett Lighthouse
Sunset cruising
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Restaurants' Caf'es Wineries
Boat cruises around the Bay of Islands
The 'Hole in the Rock'
Horse riding
The Okiato-Opua car ferry
Kayaking in the sheltered waters of the harbor
Opua to Paihia Coastal walk
Orongo Bay oyster farms
Sport fishing
Sunday markets at Kerikeri - 45 minutes north
Water-sports, diving, snorkeling and surfing
Yachting and twilight sailing (seasonal)
Native forests and glow-worm caves
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Points of Interest
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Christ Church,
Waitangi Treaty Grounds
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Pompellier Mission
Flagstaff/Te Maiki Hill etc
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Important Locations
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Russell Village: 5 min driving
Beach: Russell main waterfront - 5 min walking
Russell Wharf: 8 min driving
Airport: Bay of Islands/ Kerikeri Airport 60 min (driving)
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Peak Tariff: Tariff: 20 Dec – 28 Feb
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NZ$375.00 - Quoted nightly tariff per night for 6 persons
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Shoulder Tariff: 1 Oct – 19 Dec & 1 Mar – 30Apr
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NZ$300.00 - Quoted nightly tariff per night for 6 persons
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Off-Peak: 1 May – 30 Sep
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NZ$250.00 - Quoted nightly tariff per night for 6 persons
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Additional person charge Adult
Children over 8 years of age
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NZ$30.00 – per person per night
NZ$20.00 - per person per night
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Minimum stay: Christmas/New Year 19 Dec – 9 Jan minimum 7-night stay at all times. Shoulder and Low season - 2 or 3 night minimum night stay period on non-holiday season times as specified for each property. ALL NZ public holidays will be charged at the peak tariff and have minimum stay periods. Shorter stays by negotiation based on spaces between existing bookings and last minute requests. We will do our best to accommodate your needs.
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First morning breakfast supplies
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NZ$130.00 – 4 persons
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Northland Wine Selection 2 bottles (1 x red & 1 x white)
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NZ$75.00
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In-house beauty therapy
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NZ$ POA
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Access: After 3pm on the day of arrival – departure – 10am. Negotiable if other parties are not arriving or departing the same day.
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Payment terms and Cancellation Policy: Please refer to our Terms & Conditions on our website for a detailed overview
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Make Enquiry About Aomotu Lodge
Thank you again for arranging our accommodation in Russell – we loved the house & had such a fabulous holiday. It really was so special.
Be assured we will pass your details on to any of our family & friends from Australia who are planning a trip to the Bay of Islands. We couldn’t have been more thrilled with our time there.
Many thanks again for all your help Lesley.
Dunstan - Sep 10
Gardenia House was an amazing place to stay - especially for a family reunion which is what we hired it for. Plenty of space, wonderful interior, beautiful views. Our family thought the grandeur of Gardenia House very memorable for our 50th Wedding Anniversary celebrations. The Cream Trip around the Bay of Islands was absolutely incredible and the weather was perfect. A day trip not to be missed.
Most helpful, very friendly, informative and a pleasure to deal with. Would be great if more people could be like her, a lovely lady.
White - Oct 10
Please extend my warm thanks to Lesley. The house was beautiful and in an excellent location. Lesley ensured we settled in quickly and was happy to give us local advice.All e-mails and phone messages were dealt with quickly and I always received a reply - ggod communications is key.
Smith - Nov 2010
