Private Villa on Opunohu Bay, Breathtaking Views Ocean/Mounts.

• Paradise!

  Paradise!

  • Guest GaryS
  • Date of stay 09/09/12
  • Review Submitted 10/17/12
  Even though our expectations were high, Fare Hamara on the island of Moorea did not disappoint! The villa is comfortable and the views of the surrounding mountains and Opunohum Bay from the deck are simply stunning. The property caretaker, Jacque, was friendly, helpful and had lots of tips and recommendations for things to do and see on the island. The villa was well appointed, spotlessly clean and even better than advertised. The owners were very accomodating and provided excellent instructions, directions and recommendations prior to arrival. We are especially grateful for the owners' flexibility. We had to cancel our original trip at the very last minute, and Bob graciously allowed us to simply reschedule for a later date without charge or hassle. Thanks for everything, Bob and Jacque. We will be back!

  Recommended for: Age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children.

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• You have found the best place!

  You have found the best place!

  • Guest Cheri F.
  • Date of stay 08/21/12
  • Review Submitted 09/12/12
  This home is perfect for travelers that enjoy experiencing their destination to its fullest. The home is as described and is clean and very well kept. There is a care taker nearby but not intrusive, to answer questions, make suggestions, and give you general information and great tips. The home is equipped with the comforts of your own home so you can relax and just enjoy the island. The views from the deck are incredible, the communication with the owner and care taker is easy and excellent, and the location on Opunohu Bay is one of the best places you can be on the island. There is a beautiful beach within 5 min. of the house, and a couple small groceries along with many places to eat within 10-15 minutes. I would suggest renting a 4 wheel drive for navigating the drive to the house as it is steep and mostly gravel, but not necessary as a regular car will work. We have been many places around the world, staying in homes instead of resorts, and this by far was our best vacation and most enjoyable place to stay.

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• Perfect Island Retreat

  Perfect Island Retreat

  • Guest Lisa T.
  • Date of stay 07/04/12
  • Review Submitted 07/23/12
  My husband and I stayed at Fare Hamara for 4 days while visiting Moorea and it exceeded our expectations in every way. First, the setting was absolutely stunning! This trip included visits to several Polynesian islands (Raiatea, Huahine, Taha'a. and Bora Bora) and Moorea was by far our favorite. The house, which is perched atop a large hill at the end of Opunohu Bay, has a fabulous view of the from both the deck and the kitchen window (which made doing the breakfast dishes a welcome chore). And at night the stars are so bright, because of the complete lack of light pollution, that they appear to be literally spilling from the sky. The house was also very well appointed with two large bedrooms, a very nice, well-stocked, kitchen/living area, and a magnificent bathroom. Don't let the fact that the later is separated from the house be a downside...it is just a step away and includes a double shower (with great water pressure) and a double vanity. Jacques, the caretaker, was especially awesome! Not only was he super friendly, but he went out of his way to help us with arrangements, restaurant and nightlife recommendations, and daily activities. And when my husband and I got to the ferry wharf and realized we had forgotten one of our bags and there wasn't time to drive back to house to get it without missing our ferry, Jacques graciously jumped into his car and raced the bag to us! We have stayed at many VRBO properties in the past and this was, without doubt, one of our very best experiences. We will be going back and we will be staying at Fare Hamara!

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• Absolutely Awesome!!

  Absolutely Awesome!!

  • Guest Bodie B.
  • Date of stay 05/22/11
  • Review Submitted 05/18/12
  Wow, how do you put a place like this into words? It was beyond excellent. I can't tell you how much I appreciate Bob Hammar and Jacques, both of them were so incredibly helpful and honest before our trip and while we were there. They went out of their way to help a rookie on his first trip to FP. Everything was exactly as advertised, if Bob or Jacques tell you how things will be, you can bank on it. The island is incredibly amazing, my wife and I fell in love with it. It is the perfect destination for us because we love the mountains, hiking, coral, snorkeling, and culture, but we're not big on commercialized hub-bub. Moorea has everything you need in terms of groceries, rental cars, restaurants, even a fabulous patisserie and internet cafe. But yet it is not crowded and you see more local residents than tourists. I don't know if I will ever get to go back, but if I do, I'll stay here every time. And if I ever win the lottery, my first phone call is to Bob Hammar to buy Fare Hamara (ha!). You absolutely must eat at Allo Pizza (I highly recommend getting the white cream sauce rather than marina/tomato sauce) and Patisserie Caramaline nearby. If you have any doubts about whether to go, do it, or where to stay, stay here. Best trip of my life!

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• Fare Hamara

  Fare Hamara

  • Guest George F.
  • Date of stay 04/15/12
  • Review Submitted 04/27/12
  Fantastic elevated location and vista of the bay. it was great value for money with caretaker Jacque on hand offering great tips of what to do in Moorea. The grounds and dwelling were beautifully maintained - the house had everything we needed to enjoy our holiday. The shower/bathroom area is large enough to be a garage. The outsideshower was great for washing off excess sand after a day at the beach. In our opinion the nearby beach had the best snorkelling and swimming on the Island. Great restuarant, eateries, attractions, and activities handy to house.

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• Can't wait to return

  Can't wait to return

  • Guest Julia L.
  • Date of stay 01/13/12
  • Review Submitted 02/02/12
  We loved our stay at Fare Hamara - a perfect place to relax after a very busy 2011. It's a very special home with stunning views, amazing sunsets, and starlit nights. The property is well equipped with everything we needed, including a good kitchen which enabled us to eat in every night. We'll be back.

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• What a view!

  What a view!

  • Guest TandJTours
  • Date of stay 08/15/11
  • Review Submitted 08/25/11
  We loved our stay at Fare Hamara. The house is well equipped for preparing your own meals, as well as everyday needs such as mosquito coils and beach mats/towels. The owner was very helpful when we missed our flight to Tahiti, and the caretaker is a wealth of information. How we enjoyed watching those sunsets! And the stars were incredible! We would go back in a heartbeat.

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway.

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• Surreal Views

  Surreal Views

  • Guest Gwenn C.
  • Date of stay 06/28/11
  • Review Submitted 08/09/11
  My husband and I spent eight nights at Fare Hamara. It has the most incredible views on Moorea! The house is well maintained and stocked with everything you will need. The owner was amazing to work with. Jacques is nearby to help if needed. The house is a great deal as well. Nice location for exploring the island. You will be thrilled to stay here!!

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.

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• Quiet, affordable

  Quiet, affordable

  • Guest Bogdan H.
  • Date of stay 07/15/11
  • Review Submitted 08/03/11
  We have spent 16 nights at Fare Hamara. It is located in a very good location in Opunohu Bay, the nicest of the 2 bays Moorea has. The views from the deck are breathtaking and just by spending the time there it is worth the trip to Moorea. I will no repeat here the description of the place, but I can confirm that it is accurate. It is a perfect place for 4 people to share, and even more. We had a party of 8 trying to save the costs and it worked perfectly for us. I liked the most the fact that the bathroom is in a separate building linked by a roof to the main building. For a large party like ours having a separate bathroom helped to isolate the sleepers from the noises made by the bathroom goers. This is a smart design. The house is equipped with everything a guest may need and it is an ideal place for North Americans, as the house has 120V sockets throughout the house, so no adapters are required. Depending on the season you have access to a variety of fruit trees which surround the house. The access to the house is one that attracted me the most as it is going uphill for a couple of hundred meters and it puts a distance and sound buffer between the main road and the house. The only noise you will hear is from the roosters who can sing at any time, but you get used to it and coming home you may miss it. Given the distance from main groceries stores I think that a car rental is required, although if you want to go only to the nearby beach you can manage without a car, but barely. There is a recently Tropical Garden opened just less then 1Km from the Fare Hamara towards Maharepa. I highly recommend going there. The people are very friendly and produce a variety of jams and syrups from local fruits. They have a greenhouse and several plantations of pineapples, banana trees, guavas, etc. A trip to the Lycee Agricole is also worth a trip. You will see a mini botanical garden and large pineapple plantations. Jacques, the caretaker is very friendly and knowledgeable. He will provide you invaluable information about the surroundings. On another note, if you don't want to spent a fortune on potable water (350 XPF for 5L jar) you can go to the Carrefour/Champion supermarket and fill up the same quantity for 60 XPF. For adventure seekers: diving -Scubapiti, for mountaineering - Tahiti Evasion, call Michel. The trip for seeing whales and dolphins I can't recommend, you may be disappointed. Enjoy your stay at Fare Hamara, it is worth it

  Recommended for: Girls getaway, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing, families with young children, families with teenagers.

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• Seclusion with a View!

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  Seclusion with a View!

  • Guest RG
  • Date of stay 04/01/11
  • Review Submitted 05/31/11
  Beautiful 8 sided cedar home located on the side of a mountain with everything you need and a great view. Fully equipped kitchen,BBQ, spacious 2 bedrooms,180 degree view from the deck of Obay and Sharks tooth. April was still in the rainy season...lots of rain. Great owners and caretaker.

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Five nights - $1325 (U.S.)
One Week - $1750 (U.S.), Each additional day beyond one week - $250.
Additional 10% discount applies to those staying three or more weeks
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