Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Betsy R.
Mar 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
True Kiwi hospitality
Betsy R.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
Entire home
Where the river meets the sea
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By the Rangitiki river mouth, where it meets Thornton beach, this stylish loft-style accommodation offers a tranquil retreat. Take in views of Whakaari (White Island) and Moutohora (Whale Island), enjoy secure parking on the fully fenced property, or try your hand at white baiting & sea fishing. For kids, there's a playground nearby and an on-site haven with trampoline swings & sandpit.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
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About this property
Where the river meets the sea
- Stylish loft syle accommodation 700m from the Rangitiki river mouth, where it meets Thornton beach. Walking & 4WD access to beach, lawn space for a camper van, tent or boat. Fish filleting sink & hose available. Washing machine provided. Views of Thornton beach, Whakaari (White Island) and Moutohora (Whale Island). Nearby playground and wharf, lagoon - excellent for kids to swim in. Fully fenced property with secure parking. White baiting & sea fishing. Kids haven with trampoline, swings & sandpit on site as well as bikes and toys.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach towels
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchenette
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping (on request)
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Recycling
- Towels (changed on request)
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 10:30 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Thornton is home to this vacation home. Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane Aquatic Centre are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Bay of Plenty and Pohaturoa. Visit our Thornton travel guide
View more Vacation Homes in ThorntonBay of Plenty, Thornton
What's nearby
- Whakatane Golf Club17 min drive - 14.9 km
- Awakeri Hot Springs18 min drive - 19.9 km
- Te Papaka & Puketapu19 min drive - 19.8 km
- Whakatane Aquatic Centre19 min drive - 19.1 km
- Whakatane River Walk20 min drive - 20.8 km
Getting around
- Whakatane (WHK)18 min drive
Restaurants
- Julians Berry Farm & Cafe9 min drive
- Mr Kebab14 min drive
- Columbus Coffee10 min drive
- Edgecumbe Takeaways9 min drive
- Jord10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Where the river meets the sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Where the river meets the sea ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Where the river meets the sea ?
Check-out is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Where the river meets the sea located?
Located in Thornton, this family-friendly vacation home is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Bay of Plenty, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Pohaturoa. Whakatane Golf Club and Whakatane District Museum and Gallery are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Reviews
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
miranda c.
Jan 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing spot to stag
We loved staying here, it met all our needs, and had lovely views. The owners were so lovely and took our children under their wings. The communication from Jodie was excellent. Thanks so much for hosting us, when we come down your way we will be in contact to stay again.
miranda c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Charlestene K.
Oct 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy az
Absolutely lovely. Beautiful atmosphere. Magnificent views.
All our needs were met and some.
Easy Az 😁
Charlestene K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Dan L.
Mar 15, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A place to unwind and fish
Good location and accomodation to stay.Tidy and with all you need to sleep, shower, cook, and relax.Great communication with owners.Plenty of beach and places to fish.Good private location and handy to drive into TGA or Whakatāne if needed. Local shops handy. Recommended.
Dan L.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Nerys F.
Jan 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Enjoyed our stay at Thornton. You need a car to get out and about as nothing is in walking distance but it is an easy drive to lots of places in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Hosts were friendly and checked in with us that all was going OK. Steep steps between upstairs and downstairs so not appropriate for the mobility impaired, elderly or very young children.
Nerys F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Deb S.
Dec 2, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fun for kids
Extremely helpful and accommodating people. Plenty of activities for young kids outside. Very helpful. Stairs to upstairs rooms quite steep, so consider if you have mobility problems or very young children. Safety gate at top great and block at bottom allowed us to relax. Living area a little smaller than expected, very comfortable but would benefit from an extra chair for 3 adults to relax. Would return again.
Deb S.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Daniel W.
Sep 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a neat spot and great hosts
Daniel W.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Maporo R.
Apr 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Over night stay
Only stayed the night but was a very nice place hope to go back thanks
Maporo R.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
Nov 27, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Home away from home
Michelle L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Len H.
Sep 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for a whitebait teip. Helpful host with clear communication and answered quickly when i asked questions. Great stay well worth it
Len H.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
LJ T.
Jul 16, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean the views were better in person my only requirement was that it was kid friendly however it was so much more my grandchildren ,nieces,& neffs had the best time Appreciate the hosts thank you for everything we will definitely be back
LJ T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Kerry H.
Nov 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend owner, communications, location and property
Owners were helping family member move house but still found time to visit us and offer trampoline, outdoor lounging facility etc.
We will certainly return, more than once too.
Kerry H.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
colin b.
Feb 14, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome
colin b.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025