Quiet private location 3 hours drive north of Auckland. Attractions, Island tours, ferries, shops, bars and restaurants 2 minutes away in historic Russell

"An amazing experience right on a wonderful beach close to the islands with so much to see and do. This exceeded all expectations -. We'll be back"

"The best summer holiday our family has ever had. Too good to call it a Kiwi Bach"

"Kiwi beach living at its very best"

"The web site was an understatement - we were blown away"

Tapeka Del Mar New Zealand vacation rental is located at Tapeka Point Beach, marking the entrance to the world famous Bay of Islands.  Near historic Russell and across the bay from Paihia, Opua, Waitangi and Kerikeri in Northland - the northern tip of New Zealand's North Island. This fully self contained waterfront bach (the New Zealand term for crib or beach house) features four bedrooms (king size master with en suite) and two bathrooms sleeping up to 13 people and includes all bedding, linen and towels. This seaside holiday home offers many attractions and tourist activities, both land and water based and is a perfect base to explore Northland, relax or go fishing or have a game of golf. Walk from the crib to the beach frontage or swim out to the pontoon in front.  The absolute waterfront holiday rental is fully self contained in private grounds with a well equipped modern kitchen, dish washer, ice maker, appliances, laundry and BBQ. Self cater or choose from the variety of restaurants in nearby romantic Russell or a local vineyard.  Absolute beach front location with unobstructed beach, Island and sea views. This Qualmark 4 star plus luxury lodge accommodation is suitable and safe for children. Tapeka is a popular wedding or honeymoon location with a celebrant on hand and NZ's oldest church in nearby historic Russell.  Fishing is superb with record Snapper and Kawhai catches caught surfcasting from Tapeka Point. Charter a game boat for Marlin, Skipjack Tuna, Billfish, Kingfish and other sport game fish species using Tapeka Del Mar as the Fishing Lodge or dive for Crayfish (lobster) or Scallops. Dive the Canterbury war ship wreck dive at Deep Water Cove. You may even see an Orca Whale of Whale Rider fame pass by. Nearby is Kauri Cliffs, Waitangi, Kerikeri and other world class golf courses open to visitors where you may even see Michael Campbell or Steve Williams. Visit the famous "Hole in the Rock" at Cape Brett, a popular destination, take a day sail or sit back and watch the endless parade of boats passing by. Many well marked local bush walks and heritage trails take you through native Kiwi habitat and un spoilt native beauty. WiFi Internet access for corporate retreats and team building. Sky satellite TV, DVD and Bose home theatre. Come visit this scenic part of Peter Jackson's Oscar winning Lord of the Ring's Middle Earth and stay with us during the IRB Rugby World Cup 2011 with the New Zealand All Blacks

This site contains useful tourist and visitor information about the Bay of Islands, Northland, Russell, Tapeka Point, Paihia, New Zealand, local attractions , Public Holidays and Australian & New Zealand School Holidays and dates of visiting cruise ships to Russell.  Useful links to other local attractions, Maori history, weather fishing, beaches and activities and Canterbury Wreck Dive . Also yachting information covering the history of the America's Cup

Updated May 5 2008

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