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Where the river meets the sea

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Interior
2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Smart TV
Property grounds
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

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 20

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
The current price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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 transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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

  • Smoke-free property

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)

Policies

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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 indicated that 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 that 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 area

Map
Thornton, Bay of Plenty

What's nearby

  • Whakatane Hospital - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
  • Awakeri Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Whakatane Aquatic Centre - 17 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Wairere Falls - 19 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Ohope Beach - 23 min drive - 24.4 km

Getting around

  • Whakatane (WHK) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Julians Berry Farm & Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Whitehouse Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Awakeri Lunch Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Mr Kebab - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Where the river meets the sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Where the river meets the sea ?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Where the river meets the sea on 24 Sept 2025 start from NZ$290.76, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Where is Where the river meets the sea located?

Set in Thornton, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Whakatane Golf Club, Whakatane Aquatic Centre and Pohaturoa. Whakatane District Museum and Gallery and Whakatane War Memorial Hall are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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