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 manager
Jodie Mexted
Languages
English
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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)
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
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, Bay of Plenty
What's nearby
Whakatane Golf Club - 15 min drive - 14.9 km
Whakatane Hospital - 16 min drive - 18.0 km
Awakeri Hot Springs - 16 min drive - 19.5 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 and Cafe - 9 min drive
The Whitehouse Cafe & Gallery - 8 min drive
The Red Barn - 6 min drive
Hungry Wok - 10 min drive
Edgecumbe Takeaways - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Where the river meets the sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Where the river meets the sea located?
Set in Thornton, this family-friendly vacation 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 mi (15 km).
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Home away from home
Michelle L.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Loved staying at Jodie’s property. She was great with communication! My stay was everything I’d hoped. The place was clean, modern, cozy and met all my needs.
Betsy R.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
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
10/10
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
10/10
Awesome
colin b.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
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
10/10
Absolutely lovely. Beautiful atmosphere. Magnificent views.
All our needs were met and some.
Easy Az 😁
Charlestene K.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
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
10/10
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.