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RiverSong Retreat

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Outdoor spa tub
Outdoor spa tub
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
Aerial view
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Thames, Waikato
  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Thames Hospital
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • The Pinnacles
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome)
    ‪100 min drive‬

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About the area

Thames

With a stay at this vacation home in Thames, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Hauraki Rail Trail Thames and Goldfields Shopping Centre. .This vacation home is 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Thames War Memorial Civic Centre and 5.3 mi (8.5 km) from Thames Historical Museum.
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What's nearby

  • Hauraki Rail Trail Thames - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Goldfields Shopping Centre - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Thames Hospital - 9 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Goldmine Experience - 10 min drive - 9.1 km
  • The Pinnacles - 26 min drive - 14.4 km

Getting around

  • Whitianga (WTZ-Whitianga Aerodrome) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hot Chocolate Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Melbourne - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Junction Bar - ‬9 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

RiverSong Retreat

Welcome to peaceful, retro-style RiverSong Retreat situated on 5 acres of pristine land. Relax & unwind in nature, with only birds & the sound of the river below. Stroll to the river for a dip in our private swimming hole. Secluded, spacious, a perfect base to explore the stunning Kauaeranga Valley & Coromandel Forest Park. The renowned Pinnacles walking track is only a short drive up the valley. At day's end soak in the gorgeous outdoor spa pool. Fast wifi, smart TV & fab books for rainy days!

The interior was recently painted & furnished. Modern appliances and excellent quality beds and furniture will make your stay luxurious.

Bedroom 1 - Super King bed
Bedroom 2 - Queen bed
Bedroom 3 - 2 x King Single beds
Bedroom 4 - 4 x King Single bunk beds

Guest access

Full, exclusive access to the house and land around the house. Enjoy exploring the 5 acre property and walk down to the river and swimming hole. The barn behind the house, garden sheds and lower paddock (unless accessing the river) are not accessible.

Other things to note

The property has a self-contained studio at the back of the house. This is where the owners live, as well as a young Border Collie/Huntaway puppy Bella, and 2 cats Rakaia & Rio. Rakaia likes to visit the house guests, please let us know if you don't want him to bother you. Bella is on leash and all going well won't pay you a visit.

Your peace and privacy is important to us, but we are on hand should you need anything.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and an electric kettle.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a hot tub or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this vacation home include barbecue grills and bike parking.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Cycling nearby

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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids under 14 must be supervised at all times

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether 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

RiverSong Retreat Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding accomodation
This stay was booked to be close to my son’s wedding venue. We were three adults and we really enjoyed our stay. It was very clean, spacious, and private. It was so peaceful, located away from the main centre. I gave 4 stars for accuracy of listing since there was nomention of a dog on the property in the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and spacious
Exactly as advertised! Beautiful property & really peaceful. Only 10 mins from Thames if you need a shop or a restaurant, but it feels so secluded.Great communication from host. And ALL the beds we used were VERY comfy, including the bunks, which were big enough for adults. Also appreciated having more than enough towels, which is sometimes not the case at a holiday home.The only thing to note is to take your own everything if you want to cook. No oil, spices, etc, or plastic wrap, paper towel, tin foil, which was a little annoying. Great stay. Nice home. Worth the rate.bunks which were
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The best getaway
We loved our stay at RiverSong Retreat. Amazing views, lots of different seating areas. The house has everything you need. Was also a great place to stay to do the Pinnacles Walk. Would highly recommend this accommodation to anyone needing to stay close to the Pinnacles or Thames.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing spot for the Pinnicals hike
We loved our stay at Riversong Retreat. The house and grounds are stunning and it was the perfect spot to stay for a hike up to the Pinnicals. The hosts were extremely accommodating when we had to adjust our hike due to the weather and offered a later check out. The spa pool was a welcome luxury after a long walk! Highly reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Great gousecforcextended family and friends to hangnout. Beautiful gardens and view and ideally located near lots of river spots for swims and walks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful spot and very comfy holiday home
Stayed at Riversong for 2 nights to climb the Pinnacles. All the beds and sofa are super comfy, kitchen is well equipped, just remember to bring your olive oil and spices etc if you intend on cooking. The spa pool was a life saver after a long walk. The river swimming spot just down from the house is gorgeous, with a platform for jumping in if you're brave enough. Such a short drive from Auckland. Will definitely be back soon. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pinnacles Trip
This place is amazing - cosy fire, comfy beds, beautiful setting and spa.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024