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Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views

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Another glorious sunset
amazing sunsets
Separate bedroom with queen bed
open plan deck

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 335 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Thornton Bay, Waikato
  • Goldmine Experience
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Thames Hospital
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪69 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Lounge

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Dining Area

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 manager

John and Rose
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Outdoor space
Parking available
Beach view
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ngarimu Bay

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 and cycling.
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Thornton Bay, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Goldmine Experience - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Thames Hospital - 10 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Miranda Hot Springs - 33 min drive - 40.7 km
  • The Pinnacles - 49 min drive - 30.0 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Melbourne - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Bar - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Quiet modern apartment with stunning coastal views pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this 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).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wow
Needs nothing else but wow,!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and paradise
We were thrilled by the accomodation and service/friendliness of the owners and would stay again..
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great break aweay
Great little place to stay, warm and cozy. Lovely views and great location. Had a great time and would def stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Vahid J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane and Min W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Picture perfect!
Just a delightful spot so close to Thames. Perfect accomodation for a couple. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Alexis M.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Reasonable stay.
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Roger & Marilyn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A most enjoyable stay.
A most enjoyable stay in a quiet location. The view was stunning & the birdlife was gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kerrye M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’ll be back!
Vey nice indeed. Loved the cat.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mathew O., Hamilton

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gem!
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Keri T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy Anniversary To Us
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. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lainey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
R&R to the Max
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Alenna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday
Was exactly what we needed, thanks for providing an affordable place to stay :)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our holiday at Ngarimu Bay
Very nice, great location, beautiful scenery. Awesome views. Very relaxing and comfortable, had a lovely time, caught a snapper, yummy. Will certainly stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Trevor J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely accommodation. Quiet and restful.
Property was clean and well serviced. Everything that we required was there. A lovely spot. Would highly recommend 🤗

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place with great hosts.
Close to Thames (in my case for work). This is perfect size for a couple, has views of the Firth and a nice walking beach at the end of the driveway. Would book again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Candice H.

Thames Jewel
The unit was warm, comfortable, clean and peaceful. Great hosts, amazing location. Would highly recommend. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Modern Apartment in Ngarimu Bay
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Werner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean, quiet, relaxing and a nice balcony with a view.

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Area
Nice cabin for a holiday. Near Thames for groceries. Beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
Toilet seat didn't fit. Bathroom door had no handle and cobwebs all around the ceiling with spiders.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Helene

Liked: Communication
Private, quiet, had what we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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.

About the host

Hosted by John and Rose

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Gidday! My name is John and my wife's name is Rose, and we have lived on the Coromandel Peninsula for 16 years. We have been hosting travelers to our apartment since about 2008. We have two teenage daughters who help us out when they can. We own an eco-tourism business which provides a range of tour options and sightseeing opportunities for visitors. I also own a cycle coaching business. We have 2 Morris Minor cars - a 1950 convertible and a 1971 pickup truck. We look forward to seeing you very soon!

What makes this property unique

Very quiet, we are well away from the State Highway, so there is no traffic noise. The birdlife is spectacular, and the views are great. Spend time in the evening sitting on the deck watching the sun set in front of you.

Languages:

English

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