Title: Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home Vacation home in Thames with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home ![Interior - Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home (Thames)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89780000/89777400/89777311/34719ccf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, toaster, highchair - Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home (Thames)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89780000/89777400/89777311/f1413098.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home (Thames)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89780000/89777400/89777311/adc381b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home (Thames)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89780000/89777400/89777311/22a9c994.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach - Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home (Thames)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89780000/89777400/89777311/e5c8137b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Perched on the Coromandel coast, Whare Nui on Rennie offers a spacious and private retreat with uninterrupted views of the Firth of Thames. From its bright open-plan living to its sun-drenched deck and lawn, this thoughtfully restored 1800s home is perfect for large families seeking relaxation. With three well-appointed bedrooms, unlimited WiFi, Smart TV for movie nights and kayaks available to use. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81399 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home With a generous amount of space both inside and out, and an uninterrupted outlook of the Firth of Thames, you’ll be sure to bring the whole family along for your next escape to Thames in the Coromandel. Welcome to Whare Nui on Rennie! From the moment you arrive, you’ll find a spacious and private position with an abundance of light from picture windows helping to switch you into holiday mode almost immediately. Walk inside to find bright, open-plan living, a sun-drenched deck and lawn, and picturesque views from your new abode. You’ve found paradise! Built in the 1800s, this Thames holiday home is now a thoughtfully restored retreat, sizeable for a large family and mere moments from the water's edge. Altering the temperature to your taste in the cooler months is no issue either, with efficient heat pump technology available. Live out your summer days here, get the BBQ sizzling, dish up your favourite side dishes in the fully equipped kitchen and serve up a classic Kiwi feast while the kids play on the lush lawn space. Entertainment and connectivity are sorted at Whare on Rennie, with a Smart TV on hand for movie nights, and unlimited WiFi so you can share your favourite holiday snaps with family and friends. Three well-appointed bedrooms, plus a pull out queen sized bed in the lounge comfortably sleep up to eight guests at this Thames accommodation - providing the perfect configuration for an extended family getaway. There is a family-sized bathroom and the laundry is detached from the house with an extra toilet, containing a washing machine to complete the set-up for your stay. When it’s time to make the most of your holiday, you can take a dip at a moment's notice at your new abode. Or, pack up the car and head to any one of activities on offer in Thames, including Rapaura Watergardens for a relaxing bush walk through native trees, flora, lily ponds and more. Afterwards, make use of the outdoor shower to rinse off and refresh. Acquaint yourself with your stunning surrounds here with a morning stroll or a drive along one of the longest stretches of coastline for the district here in Thames. Afterwards, head to Grahamstown Bar and Diner only six minutes drive from home, or one of the other eateries in town to reward yourself with a tasty brunch. The perfect setting for creating unforgettable memories with your loved ones, Whare Nui on Rennie awaits! There are 2 kayaks with life-jackets available to use for guests. Please note a bond may be charged at certain times of the year. One of our team members will contact you if this is required for your booking. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Kayak ### 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 618136 ## About the area Thames is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tararu Bay and The Pinnacles, while Goldmine Experience and The Treasury are cultural highlights. [Visit our Thames travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames.dx10075) [View more Vacation homes in Thames](https://www.expedia.ca/Thames-Private-Vacation-Homes.d10075-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=-37.110054,175.51906&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:vdnaFcahn%60%40%3FQ%3FU%3FQ%40S%40S%3FS%40Q%40S%40SBQ%40SBS%40QBSBSBQBQDSBQDQDQBQDSFQDQDQFQFODQFQFOFQFOHQFOHMFOHMHOHMHOHOJMHOJKHOJKHMJMLKHKJKLKJKJKLIJKLGLMLGLIJGLILGLINELILGLENELELENELGNCNCLENCNELANCNALCN%3FNANCN%3FN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FNBL%40N%3FNBN%40NBL%40NDLBNDNBLBNFLDNDLDLDNDLFLHLDNHJFLHLFLHLFJLLFLJJHLJJJJJJJJJJJJLJLJJHNJJHNJLFNJNHLHNFLHNFLHNFPFNHPFNFPDPFNDPFPDPDPDRDPDPBPDPBRDP%40PBRBRBPBR%40R%40PBR%40R%3FP%40R%40R%3FR%40P%3FT%3FP%3FP%3FTAP%3FTAPAT%3FPAPCTAPAPCTCPCPCRAREPCPEPCPEREPEPEPEPGPEPGNEPGPGNIPGNGPINGLINGLININKLGNKNILKJINKJKNKJKJKJKJKJKJMLKFMJMHKJMFMHMHMFKHOFMDMHMHOBMFMDODMDODMDO%40ODMBODMBO%40OBO%40O%3FMBO%40O%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FO%3FO%3FOAOCO%3FMAOCOAMCOEOCMEOAOEMEOEMEMEOGMCMIMIOEMGMIMGKIMIMGMKMIKKMGKMKKMKKKIKMKKKIOKKIOKKIMKOIOIMIOIOIMGOIMGOIQGOGQGOGQEQGOGQEQEQGQEQCQESEQCQEQCQCSCSCQAQCUAQCQAUAQAQ%3FUAQAU%3FQ%3FU%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4jDIMaHZdZjQgXjRdqaJa3IIxeI=) Thames, Coromandel ### What's nearby - Burke Street Wharf 3 min drive \- 2.9 km - Goldmine Experience 3 min drive \- 3.3 km - The Treasury 4 min drive \- 3.6 km - Thames Hospital 4 min drive \- 4.0 km - Hauraki Rail Trail Thames 5 min drive \- 4.7 km ### Getting around - Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) 91 min drive ### Restaurants - Subway 4 min drive - Seoul Chicken 5 min drive - Bakehouse 4 min drive - McDonald's 5 min drive - KFC 5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### Where is Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Whare Nui on Rennie - Thames Holiday Home Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 9 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 9.2 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lucy S. Aug 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for a weekend away Great place for the weekend away. Everything you need in the kitchen, and lots of books and games! Jill and Clive are great hosts. ##### Lucy S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anne L. Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Location Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Do not recommend Stayed 4 nights. Accommodation looked attractive with good quality furniture. Lounge area had too much furniture. Looked cluttered. Large mats that you could easily trip up and fall if elderly. Vacuuming had not been done. Refrigerator not cleaned. Food left in refrigerator by previous occupant.Did not show us around the accommodation as is usually done. Large television that we could not use as had complicated written instructions. Duvets on bed not cleaned or replaced. Owners pleasant to speak with. Anne L. ##### Anne L. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Marie V. Nov 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Jill was lovely and we had a great stay ##### Marie V. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Murray S. Mar 7, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Thames holiday All our family really enjoyed our stay and the hosts were perfect. ##### Murray S. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Siobhan L. Mar 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Oldy worldy cottage Cute place right on the sea ##### Siobhan L. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tarundeep S. Jun 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A must try holiday home Property is very well maintained and equipped with a beautiful garden and private access to the beach. Adults and kids all loved the stay. ##### Tarundeep S. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon P. Apr 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfort of old Thames coast. A very comfortable stay , with lovely touches of hospitality found through out the home. Will stay again. ##### Sharon P. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Melissa C. Dec 9, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location Disliked: Listing accuracy #### Wedding We stayed here as we attended a wedding in Thames. It was great! ##### Melissa C. Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steve Nov 6, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Nice quiet area by the sea. Well looked after. Looking forward to next time ##### Steve Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### John L. Feb 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Front Location 5 min to Thames, less than 1 1/2 hours to Auckland airport, handy to all locations on the Coromandel Peninsular.Would have given 5 stars for everything except for the fact that the kitchen and dining area is 1 1/2 steps down from the rest of the house. Yes there are hand rails but still awkward for someone with a walking stick and very difficult with a wheel chair or walker. ##### John L. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aroha M. Oct 15, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely place to stay Lovely place to stay. Nice homely house. Warm & inviting. Convenient place for my friends & I to head up to the pinnacles. Extra shower & toilet definitely came in handy with a big group. Jill was an amazing host, popped in to say hi, available to answer questions, and was really helpful. She even made us scones for half time, while we watched the All Blacks game! (So yummy!) I'd definitely come an stay again. ##### Aroha M. 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