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Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames

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As you drive up Tararu Road, you will spot the renovated Moanataiari Dairy.
This is your apartment, viewed from Haven Street, where you will park.
Path to the deck, the key is in the lockbox on the fence, next to the entry.
A new addition to the entrance.
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Spacious black tiled room, fabulous shower water pressure, heated towel rail.

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames

The apartment is the renovated owner's residence of an old dairy: - a 5-minute walk to the Coastal Walkway and wonderful sunsets over the Hunua Ranges and the historical Burke Street Wharf.; - a stone's throw from the "Goldmine experience; 10-minute walk to Kuranui Bay (good safe swimming when the tide is in) -10 minutes to the cafes of the northern heritage part of Thames township and the Thames Market on Saturday mornings; short drives to Kauaeranga . For cyclists the Coastal Walkway takes you to the Wharf Cafe (f&c when the cafe is open), and access to the Hauraki Rail Trail. (5 minute cycle ride). (https://www.tripadvisor.co.nz/Attractions-g255369-Activities-Thames_Coromandel_Peninsula_Waikato_Region_North_Island.html)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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

Property # 9770763
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Thames

Thames is home to this apartment. Burke Street Wharf and Goldmine Experience are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Tararu Bay and Ngatea Water Gardens.
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Thames, Waikato

What's nearby

  • Goldmine Experience - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Burke Street Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Thames Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Goldfields Shopping Centre - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Seoul Chicken - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bakehouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chequers Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Nakontong Thai Restaurant - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Impressive renovation a 10-minute walk from the heritage part of Thames located?

Situated in Thames, this apartment building is within a 5-minute walk of Burke Street Wharf and Goldmine Experience. The Treasury and Thames Historical Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this gorgeous little property - clean and beautifully maintained with a short and easy walk to everything the Thames main street has to offer. Chris was an excellent and easy going host and of course Dingo was the star of our stay
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2026
Thank you Nicole and Pete. You are most welcome to stay when you re to o litt town. Dingo Dog say “Hi!” - loudly!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place

Great spot highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carwyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

The owner was nice and friendly, great to talk to and helped us settle in nicely. Would come back again for sure Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jan 2024
Thanks Carwyn -I enjoyed you guys too and you are welcome back next time you are this side of the ditch.
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Compact and Clean

Great location and helpful host made this a great stay over xmas.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fredarla M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment, walkable to central town

Beautiful and comfortable apartment within easy walking distance to the central part of town. The host was super friendly and very easy to communicate with. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2025
Freddy and Nathan. We (Dingo and I) really enjoyed having you stay. Our first honeymoon couple, and you were breaths of fresh air. Travel well. Ngā mihi nui.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penelope B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Immaculately presented house in good location.

House is an interesting conversion in a historical part of Thames. We enjoyed local walks as well as exploring further. Chris is a great host who made us feel very welcome.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2025
Thank you Penelope and John. Dingo and I enjoyed having you stay. You left everything easy for me to prepare for the next guests, so thank you. If you are ever back this way, you are most welcome to stay again - travel safely and well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Panfilo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Clean and though the second floor has more than 10 steps but the place was cozy. Like to come back next time and would recommend to my friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very warm welcome from Chris and Dingo. The apartment was spotless. Good kitchen appliances. Very nicely decorated throughout. Upstairs is the cosy bedroom with a king size confortable bed. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug 2025
Thank you for coming to stay Isabel and Richard. You were wonderful guests. So easy to talk to, and you left the apartment so clean and tidy. Travel well.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place and wonderful stay.

Chris was an excellent host and the property was exceptionally tidy, modern and well catered for. Our two girls had a great time walking with Dingo and Chris and it was lovely of him to offer. We would recommend this place to anyone and will absolutely be returning! Thanks again and we will be back :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2023
Paul, Alysha, Lilly and Lara were my first guests. Who could have wished for more. They were just the best - engaging parents with two wonderful daughters with whom I corresponded by notes under the door. My good dog Dingo adored them - they threw frisbee for her to catch and a ball. They left my place spotless!!! Paul and Alysha are visitors I would recommend to any host. I would so like to see you all back if you come this way again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at the property. The proximity to town was great, the beds were very comfy, the character and charm of the interior was fabulous, the bathroom was a great size with a large shower (and really good water pressure), the kitchen had everything that we needed and the provisions Chris left for us in the fridge and fruit bowl were very much appreciated.The two bedrooms are upstairs, there are about 18 stairs to climb to reach the upper level. The stairs are wooden and slightly narrow. We would certainly recommend this property to others who are looking to stay in the Thames area.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thames getaway

Chris was the perfect host and his batch has everything you need, comfortable, quiet and with sun pouring in for breakfast. Would highly recommend. Al & Karin
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2024
Alan and Karin, the joy of being a host is meeting wonderful, engaging people like you two. Thank you for being so engaging - it was such a pleasure having you stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jude O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gorgeous, newly renovated two story small house within a 10-15 minute walking distance of Thames shops. I loved the sunny bedrooms upstairs which feel like you’re in the treetops.There is a proper kitchen and a washing machine, a small deck and easy parking. The host, Chris, is very helpful but not intrusive, and has a real eye for beauty in the house design and decoration, so it’s beautiful. One caution is the steep staircase, which would be difficult for anyone with balance issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
Thank you for your gracious comments Jude. I enjoyed having you and Zoe to stay, and yes, the stairs are a little steep. I love the sounds of the birds when you get upstairs. Thank you so much for leaving the apartment so clean and tidy. If you send me your address, I will courier the cushion back to you. Take care.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicki W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chris & Dingo

Funky decor, good communication with Chris and Dingo was cute. Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cristopher

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I am NZ born from a little district named Galatea. I have lived in Thames for the three years I have spent renovating this property that I hope you will enjoy staying in. I live in the front part of this old dairy as a separate residence. My part of the building is set up to make furniture. My career has spanned teaching, working in the melters of a steel mill, representing workers, facilitating educational courses on line and face to face .....

Why they chose this property

When I purchased this property it was as ugly as!! I saw the potential to change a white, leaky cement board building into a modern workshop/living space for me and Dingo my red heeler mate. It had the height I needed to throw timber around and was close to all of the amenities I liked - bike trails, the sea, walking, history etc. I have been able to set up a wonderful space for visitors to enjoy.

What makes this property unique

Proximity to great beaches on this coast and over the ranges to the east coast a short drive away. Great walking and biking tracks so close by. The climate is pleasant, sometimes a little wet :).

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