| check-in time: 2:00 pmcheck-out time: 11:00 am. the 3- and 4-bedroom villas add outdoor infinity pools. set on a ridge overlooking the bay of islands, this frank lloyd wright-inspired luxury resort is a 4-minute walk from a private beach, a 13-minute walk from the flagstaff historic hill reserve and 2 km from the russell museum. services include private chefs, butlers and chauffeurs, as well beauty therapists and personal trainers. a chic 1-bedroom villa comes with water views, a gourmet kitchen and a hot tub, as well as free wi-fi and a flat-screen tv. unique features in individual units include a helipad, a wine cellar, a sauna and a fitness room
Bay of Islands Airport 1 hr 14
Russell Museum (3 min)
The history of the local Maori & incoming European settlers & whalers is examined at this museum. Haruru Falls (58 min)
Popular spot for scenic photos & kayaking near a small waterfall, with benches & picnic tables. Christ Church, Russell (4 min)
Church and history Motuarohia Island / Roberton Island (4 min) Pompallier Mission and Printery (4 min)
Set in an 1842 historic building, this waterfront museum provides heritage exhibits & guided tours. Waitangi Treaty Grounds (57 min)
Protected site of the signing of the first accord between the British Crown and the Maori people. The Stone Store (1 hr 18)
This rustic 1832 landmark, the nation's oldest store, is now a gift shop for antique-chic goods. The Rock Adventure Cruise (52 min) Hundertwasser Public Toilets (1 hr)
Quirky restrooms created by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser with bright recycled glass & mosaics. Cruise to the Hole in the Rock (52 min)
Popular catamaran cruise to see dolphins & visit a legendary rock formation, a Maori freehold site. Urupukapuka Island (44 min)
Camping and kayaking Rainbow Falls (Waianiwaniwa) (1 hr 20)
A short, simple walk leads to this waterfall cascading into a swimming hole bordered by vegetation. Flagstaff Hill Historic reserve (9 min) | 
