My wife, two little girls and I spent the Christmas week at Cushla & Bruce's property. It is an amazing place, ultra-private yet 3 min drive to all amenities of Russell. Next bay around (or 1 min drive) is the oyster farm which was a daily stop in.
A beautiful private bay, complete with pebble / sand beach and grassed area for the kids to run around. Kayaks, SUP's are also there for use.
Our stay was even better as we got to share in Bruce & Cushla's wonderful hospitality & local knowledge and my wife got a massage from Cushla in the wellness centre.
We can't recommend it enough and will be back to share some more magic times with them.