We stayed in the First Light Villa at Eagles Nest for four nights in February 2012. Without a doubt, Eagles Nest is one of the most amazing properties on the planet. My wife and I are seasoned world travelers and have had the good fortune of staying at many of the world's top five star properties. That said, Eagles Nest... More

We just got back from Eagles Nest and had such a great trip. The location is beautiful, the sunsets are amazing and the views from each of the villas is incredible. We went on a family vacation and at first I was nervous that my kids would be bored but once I was there I can't believe I ever worried.... More

We stayed for four nights in December 2011 in the Eyrie, one of the lovely collection of modernist beach bach/villas which make up the Eagle's Nest just outside the main village of Russell in the Bay of Islands, NZ. Unfortunately the weather was terrible, so we did not get to enjoy the views, the barbecue, the pool, etc. Nonetheless, it... More

Eagles Nest is an easy three hour drive from Auckland, just outside the lovely village of Russell. Make sure that you don't take the Russell Road, it is long, winding and very narrow - stick to State Highway 1 to Kawakawa, then to Opua and the ferry to Russell. We booked the First Light villa which was excellent -very spacious... More

I stayed there with my husband for 3 nights for our honeymoon and it was absolutely fantastic! we were in The Eyre suite, it was amazing! the service is spectacular (everything you need is at your feet) we had a personal chef coming iver to cook dinner for us, a personal masseuse... and they stock your refrigerator with a lot... More

We spent three magnificant days in Russell. We had very high expectations of The Eagle's Nest based on their website and reviews. Our expectations were exceeded in every category. Our villa, "First Light" is perched on a hill with the most most unbelievable, panoramic views of the Bay of Islands. The views from every window are postcard worthy. The villa... More

My husband and I spent two nights at First Light villa in November. This was the 4th and final stop of our honeymoon and was absolutely phenomenal accommodation. Besides the breathtaking natural beauty of the area, the craftsmanship of the villa was incredible and the service was exceptional without being overbearing. The breakfast supplies provided are topnotch and would please... More

We spent 2 nights in the First Light villa, it is one of the best places we have ever stayed. The breakfast provisions were very generous, and the gourmet BBQ prepared by the chef was delicious. Our host William was great, made us feel very welcome and provided us with everything required. On top of all the above, the villa... More

Eagle Nest is the top of the accommodation. panoramic view plus friendly service. we really enjoy staying at there in your life, you deserve to stay there at least one night.