At Thornton Bay, experience a cozy one-bedroom apartment with wide sea views from the large deck. Enjoy all-day sun and abundant native birdlife backing onto Coromandel Forest Park. With tea and coffee provided, a barbecue for guest use, and nearby Waiomu Cafe, this apartment offers comfort in nature.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire apartment
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 335 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Laundry room
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Beach view
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About this property
Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views
The one bedroom apartment is located at Thornton Bay, approximately 10 kilometres north of Thames. It comes with all linen and cleaning is included. The apartment is cozy and has everything you need, and tea and coffee is provided. The beach about 100 metres away, for safe all tide swimming and good fishing. The studio faces north for all day sun and takes in wide sea views off the large deck. The apartment backs onto the Coromandel Forest Park and the native birdlife is abundant. The Waiomu Cafe and the local general store / fish and chip shop are both less than 5 minutes away. Historic Thames is 10 minutes by car, and Coromandel Town is only 45 minutes drive up the beautiful Thames Coast Road. Auckland and Hamilton are both only 1 1/2 hours drive, and Auckland International Airport is just over an hour's drive. Its a great base for hiking, fishing, cycling, or just exploring the beautiful Coromandel Peninsula. The well known destinations of Whitianga, Cathedral Cove, Hot Water Beach, and Coromandel Town are all no more than 1.5 hours drive. Hobbiton is also approximately 1.5 hours drive, and many of our guests do this as a day trip.
Guests have full access to the apartment, which is completely self contained. There is a dedicated parking space and the access is via a concrete driveway. There is a barbecue available for guest use. There is a toaster, microwave oven, fridge, tea and coffee provided, but there is no hob or oven. A gas burner can be provided on request. There is a queen size bed in the separate bedroom, and a single bed in the lounge area.
Hosts John and Rose live in the house in front of the apartment and will be happy to assist with any special requests or information. Our old cat Ming is very friendly and will make you feel welcome!
Please note that there are limited cooking facilities.
PAYPAL - Payment can also be made through Paypal - please ask for details when inquiring or making a booking.
NOTE: Price is for 2 persons. Extra guest is $20 per night. Special conditions: This is a non smoking property. Note: There is a minimum two night stay required for this apartment.
Extras: Cleaning (included); Linen (included);
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the apartment: WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
TV with cable/satellite channels
Video library
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a hospital
Near the bay
Near the marina
On the waterfront
Things to do
Golf
Kayak
Tennis
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Ngarimu Bay, this apartment is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tararu Bay and Wilson Bay, while Goldmine Experience and Thames Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Ngarimu Bay travel guide
Is Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views located?
Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 6 miles (10 km) of Tararu Bay, Goldmine Experience and Burke Street Wharf. Thames Historical Museum and Thames Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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I had four enjoyable days in Ngarimu Bay. This is an ideal apartment for anyone wishing to visit the southern area of the Coromandel Peninsular. It is furnished to a high and modern standard and is very comfortable. It has a lovely, elevated decking area at the front of the apartment which overlooks the bay. It is also an easy drive to the main town of Thames which has ample shopping. I would recommend the apartment for a short or long stay for those visiting the area.
We loved finding your place. It was a wonderful spot to do our exploration of the Coromandel Peninsula from. We went to see the Square Kauri Tree amazing old ancient forests from prehistoric times. Driving across the mountains was an experience. We walked to the Cathedral Cove - beautiful! The apartment is spacious and offered everything we needed. We especially loved the views from the lanai and from your beds of the water, coast, sunset and full moon. The street and driveway is steep, but we became experts after the first time. Thank you Rose for being so supportive and connecting our daughters as co-students at the University of Otago in Dunedin. Thank you!
Exactly what we were after, peaceful while enjoying the sounds of nature to wind down from a busy few months. The nook was well equipped with necessities which made the stay really accommodating. Thank you for having us.
Lisa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Sue
15 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful views, clean, small, kitchen area a bit cramped
What an amazing getaway with fantastic views. Everything you need is here and the birdsong and sound of the waves makes for the most peaceful atmosphere. Will for sure be coming back.
My wife, son and I had a wonderful stay at this property. John and Rose are fantastic hosts, and we're already missing them lots. Hope to see them again soon.
Reasonably priced for what it was, basic & standard. Needed a spring clean and tidy up in the garden. Was not as quiet as I thought it would be. Good views.
Alexis M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Laurie
14 Jan 2024
Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Toilet seat didn't fit. Bathroom door had no handle and cobwebs all around the ceiling with spiders.
Absolutely loved it. Beautiful view of harbour. Nice n clean bach with everything you could ask for to be honest. Loved the stay and would highly recommend to anyone.
A lovely tidy, modern and cared for little bach with everything you need for a getaway. Gorgeous views of the bay and stunning sunsets to be enjoyed from the deck. Close stroll to an inviting beach away from the crowds - this bay is a gem! Owners were super friendly (as was their lovely cat). Definitely keen to visit again - thank you for a wonderful few days escape!
A fantastic 3 day get away at Queen's Birthday Weekend to celebrate our wedding anniversary.
We loved walking on the beach before the rain set in. A trip to Whitianga up and around the Peninsula to visit friends and into Thames a few times for the Saturday market and dinner.
The bach was clean and tidy, easy to heat when it got cold and had everything we needed. Knowing that it did not have full cooking facilities wasn't a problem, as we planned for this. Towels and bedding being provided was a bonus too.
Lovely host - John welcomed us and gave us tips and information of what we could do during our stay.
Loved the nature and the native birds singing to us in the morning, even though it was raining.
Would recommend this bach to stay at. :)
Keri T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
7 Oct 2020
Great spot with lovely sunset views.
Great spot with lovely sunset views. Clean and tidy. Everything you need for a short stay. Perfect for our stay for the K2 cycle race. Would definitely recommend this place to other.