Eagles Nest
Convention CentreBronzeQualmark Gold rating for sustainabilityWorld Travel Awards (multiple categories and years, e.g., World's Leading Boutique Villa Resort, Oceania's Leading Villa Resort, New Zealand's Leading Resort)Signum Virtutis (The Seal of Excellence) at The Seven Star Global Luxury Awards

Eagles Nest

Russell, Bay of Islands, Northland, NZ

270 sqm

Indoor Space

80

Plenary Capacity

80

Banquet Capacity

5

Breakout Rooms

Exhibition Halls

About this Venue

Eagles Nest is a multi-award winning luxury retreat set within a 75-acre estate atop its own private ridgeline, commanding spectacular views of the Bay of Islands, New Zealand. It features five distinctive, architecturally designed villas, each furnished in an eclectic international contemporary style, blending into the natural topography. The retreat offers world-class amenities including private heated infinity pools, jacuzzis, home theatre systems, and fully equipped gourmet kitchens. Guests can enjoy services from resident personal chefs, spa therapists, and personal trainers. It is known for its commitment to sustainability and offers an exclusive environment for intimate gatherings, weddings, corporate meetings, and incentives.

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Venue at a Glance

Venue Type

Convention Centre

City

Russell

Country

NZ

Total Indoor Space

270 sqm

Max Plenary

80

Max Banquet

80

Breakout Rooms

5

Airport Distance

60 min

Full Address

60 Tapeka Road, Russell, Bay of Islands, Northland, 0242, NZ

Event Spaces & Rooms

5 configurable spaces

Space NameTypeTheatreClassroomBanquetReceptionArea
Rahimoana VillaVilla
Sacred Space VillaVilla
The Eyrie VillaVilla
Eagle Spirit VillaVilla
First Light VillaVilla

Sustainability

Eagles Nest holds a Qualmark Gold rating for sustainability. The estate is committed to eco-conscious operations, including energy-efficient lighting and mindful water usage. They have planted over 20,000 native trees, focus on removing invasive species, and maintain a chemical spray-free property. There are 40 on-site beehives for honey production. All water is sourced independently from roof catchment, bore, dams, or streams. They partner with ecostore for personal care products and prioritize locally sourced produce. Guests are encouraged to participate in water conservation and recycling efforts. The retreat is aligned with the Tourism Emissions Reduction Program (TERP).

Certifications

Qualmark Gold rating for sustainabilityWorld Travel Awards (multiple categories and years, e.g., World's Leading Boutique Villa Resort, Oceania's Leading Villa Resort, New Zealand's Leading Resort)Signum Virtutis (The Seal of Excellence) at The Seven Star Global Luxury AwardsConde Nast's Top 10 Spas in Australia and South PacificMichelin Key

Notable Past Events

10 events hosted

Weddings
Private Parties
Product Launches
Cocktail Nights
Meetings
Workshops
Special Occasions
Corporate Functions
Media Releases
Incentives Corporate Events

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Quick Facts

Airport
60 min drive
Breakout Rooms
5
Indoor Space
270 sqm

Contact Information

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Destination

Russell, New Zealand

Asia Pacific — Australasia

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Data Quality

Bronze

Last Verified

27 Mar 2026

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