First Light at Eagles Nest

5 villas
30 max

Multi-villa property

Russell, Bay of Islands (Northland) – North Island

2

3

1

From $1,550 per night (sleeps 2)

Welcome to First Light at Eagles Nest

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A honeymooners favourite, this is idyllic romantic retreat for two is perched atop a hill overlooking magnificent land and seascapes.

The elegant First Light villa is the ultimate romantic nest for 2.

Beautifully designed to accommodate the stunning landscapes, the views are never far.

The mezzanine bedroom enjoys spectacular views, including from the ensuite, with a skylight over the bed and a floor to ceiling glass shower in the ensuite.

The main floor has indoor and outdoor fireplaces with walls of glass bifold doors that allow the outside in.

First Light has a fabulous gourmet kitchen, another full bathroom, additional outdoor shower and a garden jacuzzi to soak in under the starlit sky.

Eagles Nest is a world class villa retreat set in the stunning Bay of Islands. Designed and furnished in an eclectic contemporary style, the estate’s 75-acre gardens and lodgings blend into the natural topography and foliage. The villas are supported by talented resident personal chefs, massage and beauty therapists who will ensure the most indulgent of stays.

The properties can be booked individually or together to suit your accommodation needs, with a number of configurations available and a total capacity of 30 guests. Eagles Nest’s other villas are: Rahimoana, Eyrie, Eagle Spirit and Sacred Spirit.

Multi-villa properties can be hired individually or as a full property.

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Bedroom 1
Super King - or - 2 King Single
& ensuite

Guest Experience Coordinator
Champagne & fresh fruit platter on arrivalFresh seasonal fruit platter - replenished daily
Gourmet breakfast provisions - replenished daily
Minibar
Starlink WIFI access
Daily villa servicing
Round trip transfers (Russell area)

Ocean and Garden Views
Spa
Sauna
Private Beach Access
Private Nature Trails

Eagles Nest is proudly Qualmark Gold rated, reflecting a strong commitment to protecting Papatuānuku (Earth Mother) and the natural environment of the Bay of Islands.

The estate has seen the planting of over 20,000 native trees to restore bushland and remove invasive species. The land is chemical spray-free, supporting biodiversity alongside 40 on-site beehives, which produce the honey found in each villa.

Sustainability is thoughtfully integrated throughout the guest experience, from eco-store personal care products to a focus on locally made produce, including regional wines, cheeses, and baked goods.

Eagles Nest is also fully water independent, with water sourced from roof catchment, bore, dams, and streams. Guests are encouraged to be mindful of water use during their stay, helping to preserve this exceptional landscape for future generations.

Signature Experiences

Kiwi walks at Eagles Nest

The beloved North Island Brown Kiwi can be found across Eagles Nest’s 75-acre property. One can often hear their distinctive call not long after dusk and before dawn.

Providing a habitat for these treasured flightless birds is the goal of Eagle Nest’s ongoing work to keep their peninsular predator-free.

For the best chance to see these unique flightless birds, guests are encouraged to take a self-guided walk around their villa just after dusk where kiwi can be heard calling. Each villa contains a ‘Kiwi Kit’, with red-light torches to guide the way.

Guests can also book a private guided kiwi walk, which takes place just after dusk for approximately one hour.