Title: Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay Vacation home in Ngarimu Bay with fireplace ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119090000/119084900/119084826/3f764186.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119090000/119084900/119084826/w1618h1080x4y0-5a3a62ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119090000/119084900/119084826/f749fc34.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119090000/119084900/119084826/cb7eb9fd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119090000/119084900/119084826/0ca89b6c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Washer - Barbecue grill - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay This quintessential 1940's kiwi bach has witnessed many beautiful sunsets, storms and change of tides. No matter what the weather or time of year, this house has everything you need to relax and refresh. Located on the scenic Thames-Coromandel Coast Road, just 10 mins north of Thames, this three bedroom house offers everything you need for a coastal getaway. The perfect place to start exploring the Coromandel, with its beautiful bush walks, cycling trails, fishing spots, cafes, and shops. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7250000/7247600/7247571/f9830035.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Te Mata Lodge Te Mata - Pool - Parking included - Free WiFi - Laundry 9.4 Exceptional 83 reviews CA $121 CA $139 total includes taxes & fees Nov 25 - Nov 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-25&endDate=2025-11-26&selected=7247571&PinnedHotelID=7247571&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41830000/41826000/41825952/658449c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn Sunset Thames - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 144 reviews CA $103 CA $120 total includes taxes & fees Dec 2 - Dec 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=41825952&PinnedHotelID=41825952&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41280000/41271500/41271441/abc1fd4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family Fishing Getaway Te Puru - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=41271441&PinnedHotelID=41271441&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112740000/112737000/112736909/d0482deb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Waikawau Retreat. 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Modern 2 bedroom apartment on the Thames Coast Ruamahunga - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=88075748&PinnedHotelID=88075748&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Place used towels in the white basket beside the tub in the laundry. Just leave the beds unmade, covers pulled back. Please take your rubbish with you, recycling can be left in bins by the garage. Please wash your dishes and put away as it may be a few days before we get into clean. If need be, leave them washed in the drying rack. If you have used the bbq make sure the gas is turned off. Please turn the stove off at the wall. Please check all windows are latched. If the fire place was used, tightly secure the door. Remember to return the keys to the key box after locking the doors. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### 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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property Host has indicated 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 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.060078,175.52594&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:jldaFclin%60%40%3FQ%3FU%40Q%3FU%40Q%40U%3FQBQ%40S%40S%40QBSBQBSBSBSBQBQDQBQDQDSDQDQDQFQDQFODQFQFOHQFMFOHQFOHOFMHOHOJMHOHOHKJMHOJKJKJOJKJKJKJKJKLIJKLKLIJGLKLILGLIJGNILELILENGLELGNELENELENANELCNANGNALAN%3FNCLCN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%40N%3FNBNBL%3FN%40N%40NFL%40NBLDN%40NDLDNDLDLFNDLFLDLHNDLHLFLHLFJHLJLFLHJJLJJHJJJJLJHJLJHNJJJJHNJLJJHNHNHLHNHNHLFNHNFPHNFLFPFNFPDPFNFPDPFPDPDPBRDPDPBPDPBPBRBRBRBP%40R%40PBR%40R%40P%40P%40T%3FP%40T%3FP%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FT%3FPAT%3FPATAPAPATCPAPARCRCPCRCRCPEPCPEPEPCREPEPGPEPGPGNEPGPGNGPGNILGRILGNILININILINILKLKLINKJKJINMJIJMJKJKJKHMJKJMHMFMJKHMFMHMHMFODMHMDMFODMFMDODMDOBOBMDOBM%40ODOBO%40M%3FOBOBO%3FO%40O%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FOAO%3FMCOCO%3FMAOCOEOAMCOEOCMCOEMEOEMGMEOGMEMIMEOGKIMIMGMIMKKGMIMKKKMIKKKKKKKKKKKOKKKKIOKMIMIMIOKMIOIOGMIOGMISGMGOIQGOGQEQGOEQGQEQEQEQESEQCQEQCQCQCSCSCQCSCSAQAQAUCQ%3FQAUAQ%3FUAQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=07wFDPhpfGhEshiY3sZ4-cE7BV4=) Thornton Bay, Waikato Region #### What's nearby - Tararu Bay - 9 min drive - 8.3 km - Burke Street Wharf - 10 min drive - 10.1 km - Goldmine Experience - 10 min drive - 10.5 km - Thames Historical Museum - 11 min drive - 10.8 km - Thames Hospital - 11 min drive - 11.2 km #### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 76 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive - ‪Bakehouse - ‬9 min drive - ‪Hi Stranger - ‬9 min drive - ‪Villager - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay 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 Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay located? > Situated in Ngarimu Bay, this vacation home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Tararu Bay, Goldmine Experience, and Burke Street Wharf. Thames Historical Museum and Thames Hospital are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Beach Front Bach - Thornton Bay Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8/10 Good #### Helen B. Nov 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Superb location. Loved sitting and looking out at the bay. ##### Helen B. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mei E. Aug 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Beautiful location, house had everything we needed. The fire place is such a bonus and though the house was warm and cosy with out it.The drive way is a little scary but with confidence and caution can be managed. Other than that our stay was perfect.The view is amazing in any weather, rain or sun shine.Thanks for having us and help make our holiday great. ##### Mei E. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick M. Oct 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Clean, tidy, well appointed and a cool location. Enjoyed looking for treasures on the beach and the epic sunsets over the water. Family friendly ##### Nick M. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy G. Oct 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ![overcast but still stunning.](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/39edff11-5a48-40af-a50d-81ae70772e0a-1760063908163.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Amy G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025