Flagstaff Lodge & Day Spa – Luxury Accommodation Russell
Flagstaff Lodge is a 1912 villa providing luxury boutique accommodation in the heart of charming Russell. Featuring contemporary style, NZ art, delicious local wine & food with relaxed, personal attention from your hosts.
The lodge offers four spacious ensuite rooms and a guest lounge – each uniquely styled – a relaxing courtyard and a boutique day spa offering massage and beauty treatments using premium Thalgo and OPI products.
The entire lodge is available for group or exclusive bookings.
Fully restored and modernised, Flagstaff Lodge & Day Spa is also steeped in history. The lodge is named after a famous period in the early 1840’s in which Maori chief Hone Heke Pokai, several times cut down the British flagstaff standing on top of nearby Flagstaff/Maiki Hill. Following the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, Hone Heke became concerned by developments which he felt were not in the spirit of the Treaty and were disadvantaging Maori and so took action. The attacks on the flagstaff ultimately resulted in the battle of Kororareka (Russell) in 1845 which resulted in the fleeing of the residents and serious damage to the town.
Local Attractions
Flagstaff Lodge & Day Spa is just a one minute hill-free walk to Russell’s cafes, restaurants and seafront. Enjoy its unique character as you stroll through the local art galleries, shops and historic buildings. For those interested in water activities, Russell is the perfect base from which to enjoy world class game fishing, sailing, diving, parasailing and viewing/swimming with dolphins. Nearby, enjoy a round of golf, go horse-riding, explore secluded beaches or visit an award winning winery.
Your hosts are pleased to offer friendly assistance with local advice, tour bookings and travel arrangements.
The Location
Situated in the heart of New Zealand’s Bay of Islands, Russell is a charming, historic seaside town, which is well-served with good restaurants, quality art galleries and stylish shops. Dotted with wonderful heritage buildings, the sub-tropical climate and a pristine harbour all create a truly special atmosphere and make Russell a perfect destination for discerning travellers.
If the hustle and bustle of Paihia is not quite for you, Russell is the ideal choice.
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Photo Tour» Photos of the Lodge and location.
