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16 James Clendon Place, Russell, Far North

Tender, 30 Apr 2026 16:00

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2,350m²

A serene retreat with expansive bay views

Positioned above Pipiroa Bay with sweeping views down Veronica Channel toward Opua, Paihia and Waitangi, this architectural gem awaits.

‘Castell Bach’ was designed as a modern homage to a Welsh castle. The vendors wanted to build something extraordinary, and while the home is remarkable, its setting is paired with deep historical significance. The land is the site of New Zealand’s first capital, and the address of Governor William Hobson when the Treaty of Waitangi was signed.

Passing through a covered portico, past a tower clock pendulum, you arrive in a central courtyard.

Double cedar doors open into the main reception room at the base of the circular tower, which forms the architectural heart of the home. This ground floor living room links with spaces elegantly arranged to create quiet nooks within an expansive area. Curved stairs rise within the main tower to the master suite, complete with ensuite and adjoining study.

From the living room, the house extends into two wings. One leads to the dining room and great hall, where a spiral staircase rises to a mezzanine gallery and descends to a generous 60sqm lower level space, currently used as an expansive woodwork shop.

The second wing leads to two bedrooms and a shared bathroom, while above, a long gallery leads to a separate guest quarters and a self-contained flat above the garage and potting room via a raised walkway.

Below the home sits a laundry and toilet, along with a wine cave and cellar fondly known as “the dungeon”. The grounds reflect years of careful planting, with fruit trees and olives lining the drive.

A direct track to the bay below creates the opportunity for kayaking or access to a boat, which could be kept on a swing mooring. A wander along the shore brings you to the Russell Coastal Walkway, which is also accessible from the end of the road. Opua Marina is a short ferry ride away, while Russell is just minutes by car.

Castell Bach is an irresistible property for an international buyer looking for a safe haven. It is also perfectly suited to multigenerational living, or as a creative retreat in one of the world’s most beautiful settings.

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Type

House

Property ID

1005122

Listed on

20/03/2026

Updated

6 hours ago

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Listed for sale on OneRoof for 1 days (last updated on 20 March) and was last sold in 1997 for $46,741. OneRoof now estimates this property to be $3,005,000 and its latest rating valuation by Far North council is $3,230,000 as of 2022. This property has appeared in 1654 searches in the last 30 days. There are 14 4-bedroom properties for sale nearby. There are 60 properties for sale in Russell.

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2,350m²

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Russell is a suburb which lies within the Territorial Authority of Far North, one of 59 residential suburbs which form the wider region. Russell is the 8th largest suburb of Far North in terms of the total number of residential housing stock. Russell provides a range of housing stock, with the earliest residential housing recorded in the area constructed between 1880 - 1889. The majority of the residential housing stock in the locality was constructed between 1980 - 1989. Residential housing stock in Russell is made up of approximately 78% residential housing , 4% residential investment housing and 18% lifestyle properties.

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