Cloud 9, Russell, Bay of Islands, New Zealand

The airy open-plan kitchen, living and dining area opens onto a large deck complete with infinity lap pool, sunloungers, table and chairs and barbecue. On the lower floor, the spacious master bedroom has its own balcony, super kingsize bed and ensuite bathroom. There is also a kingsize studio (this benefits from its own lounge and ensuite), a double room and a twin room (which share a bathroom). The house has a garage for two cars and a separate laundry.

Cloud 9 is equipped with state-of-the-art entertainment systems and the designer kitchen contains everything you need – but should you not wish to self-cater, the restaurants of Russell are just a short drive away. Alternatively, a private chef can be arranged – whether it be for a five course dinner or a relaxed gourmet barbecue on the deck to the sounds of the waves crashing on the beach below – nothing is too much trouble at Cloud 9!

For a group of friends or a family travelling together, a stay at this exclusive beach house will definitely not disappoint!