Pet-friendly holiday rentals in Doubtless Bay

One of the Best Airbnb Experiences Ever! Our stay in Russell was absolutely unforgettable — this is hands down one of the best Airbnb's we have ever stayed at. The property itself is stunning, with beautifully maintained spaces and super comfortable beds and living areas. But what really sets this place apart are the incredible outdoor features. The backyard opens directly onto the beach, creating the most amazing setting. With kayaks and a dinghy available to use, plus a trampoline, swings, volleyball net, and even a slackline, there's something for everyone — you could easily spend your entire stay without ever leaving the property! And after a day of exploring the water, soaking in the outdoor spa while watching the sunset is pure magic. Honestly, the photos in the listing don’t even come close to showing how special this place is. It exceeded every expectation, and we would rebook it in a heartbeat. Already hoping we can come back soon!

I booked on behalf of work colleagues and they had a very comfortable stay. Thanks for the prompt communication and wonderful home for the guys to relax in after work.

Awsome place to stay it's a good old school kiwi batch with everything you need. Boat ramps right across the road so super easy for fishing trips. Fleur was an awsome host with fast response to everything. Will stay again

Great accomodation and service with Peter. Would highly recommend

The house was immaculate and beautifully presented in a tranquil bush setting. Sophie even made sure the Easter Bunny was able to get access which made for some fun egg hunting on our arrival. 🐣

Te whare is an awesome place to stay. It has plenty of space for the entire family and also a good sized front yard for the kids to play. It is walking distance from the local takeout, cafe and shop. You could also walk to the beach from the location. The hosts were awesome and very responsive, they went out of their way to cater for us and our stay. Will definitely return again and highly recommend te whare!

Always looking for somewhere a little unique, and Mabel's fits the bill with the historical character of the house evident as soon as one enters into a clean, comfortable living space just a few steps from the waters edge. Peaceful and quiet, and a short walk to the shops. Thank you Richard for the welcome upon arrival, and effort in making our stay relaxing and comfortable.

This is a real pearl! The pictures doesn't do it justice. The surroundings are amazing and the house it self has everything you need. Very private and the property surrounding the house is super nice. The host is proactive and gave good information which was very appreciated!

We had a lovely stay – the house was perfect for our group, with plenty of space and a great layout. It’s well-equipped, beautifully located, and the views are stunning. Despite the wild weather, it was a relaxing place to unwind. We were lucky with sunshine on our last day and made the most of the lawn, trampoline, and pool. The house isn’t a show home and could use a refresh in places, but it’s comfortable, homely, and ideal for groups. Communication was easy and everything was as described. Would absolutely stay again – I bet it's even better in sunny weather!

We loved every minute of our stay at Nuku Cabin. Diane was so welcoming and made us feel totally at home. I loved all of the thoughtful detail she has gone to make our dog feel at home also, with supplying a doggy bowl, blanket and bed. The house was absolutely pristine and had everything we could possibly want. My family will definitely be back again.

We can’t wait to come back here. We were four couples, two young children. The house and facilities gave everyone plenty of space to relax and enjoy time together. It’s a great space with plenty to do.

Spacious accommodation with a private terrace and facing the orange trees. We received a warm welcome and a great handbook with recommendations is provided. There are friendly dogs and three cute pigs that you can feed and that sit on command. It got a bit chilly at night, but there are enough blankets and the bed was very comfortable.

The cottage has a gorgeous view - such a treat to wake up to it every morning. Really spacious and ideal for a couple. Short drive away from some amazing beaches. Thank you, Kathy!

We came up from Auckland for a wedding & the property was local to everything The property was great and both Rob & his wife were lovely. We barely seen them so we decided to go say hello down at their Phat House bar in haruru. We had a couple of nephews come and visit while we were up aswell . Catching up with whanau and coming back to relax there was lovely .

The stay in the beautiful apartment, situated in a unique orange orchyard, was lovely. It is a clean, well equipped, modern apartment and it is very quiet with a lot of privacy. Its is quite close to the town centre and there are a lot of beautiful walkways, waterfalls and historic sites in the surroundings. Claes and Inga are very hospitable people, giving us some fresh fruits as we arrived. We loved our stay and we can highly recommend the apartment.

Lovely property with everything you could need! Deborah was a fantastic host - incredibly friendly and kind! 5 mins walk to Hihi beach and town only a short 10-15min drive away this is a perfect spot to explore the area. I’ll definitely stay again if I’m back in the area. Many thanks indeed for letting me stay!

We had an awesome time camping, the place was as described and worth the price. Justin and Ngawai are very friendly and helpful hosts. We hope to come back one day 🙂

We had a great time at Henry's beach stay. It was one of the most fun places we'd stayed and the caravan was a really cosy space, the projector is also a great touch. Really enjoyed being able to walk to the beach within seconds and swim in the sea. Definitely stay here!

A lovely place to stay. Great outlook and clear instructions made it easy to find. The place was very clean and well organised with everything you would need for a short stay.

Beautiful sunsets, Best Beach location. Clean, modern ground floor apartment, every thing you'll need provided. Access to beach across the road, we walked along the beach daily. Central to other areas 5minutes north and south. close to many other beautiful beaches. Hosts were very friendly and accommodating.

We had a very enjoyable few days in this lovely place. Great views, peaceful surroundings and comfortable, spacious accommodation. Steve was a good host, friendly and helpful. We loved exploring this part of the world and would happily come back to the area and the house.

A modular bach with lots of separate rooms, older but has everything you need. Right across the road from the beach on a quiet street at Hihi. Easy care, extra hot in the sun, lots of comfort. Excellent communication from a great host.

We loved staying here. The view over the inlet is stunning and the perfect spot for watching the sunset. The cabin(s) - one for sleeping and one for the bathroom were cosy and really clean. The bed was very comfortable. It is secluded and away from any shops (which we loved) so you definitely need a car to get around. It has a good bbq and a microwave but no stove or oven (accurate from the description) so if you're wanting to cook for yourselves, it would pay to bear that in mind. Would definitely recommend!