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Modern holiday home. 1 minute walk to tropical beach, cafe and turtle swim.
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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61614.6 sq ft
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Takitumu District, Rarotonga
- Place, Turoa Beach9 min walk
- Place, Takitumu Conservation Area19 min walk
- Place, Muri Beach13 min drive
- Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 King Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
Modern holiday home. 1 minute walk to tropical beach, cafe and turtle swim.
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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
Long-term renters welcome
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the neighborhood
Rarotonga
Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Takitumu District, a neighborhood in Rarotonga. Matutu Brewing Company and Cocoputt are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary. Highland Paradise Cultural Centre and Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre are also worth visiting. Snorkeling, fishing, and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

Takitumu District, Rarotonga
What's nearby
- Turoa Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Takitumu Conservation Area - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
- Te Vara Nui Village - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
- Muri Night Markets - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
- Muri Beach - 13 min drive - 6.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tamarind House - 18 min drive
- Palace Takeaway - 18 min drive
- Vili's Burger Joint - 12 min drive
- Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 19 min drive
- Kai & Co - 18 min drive
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Property conditions & facilities
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Aug 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
About the host
Hosted by Shaun Heath
Shaun and Lorna began their Rarotonga dream in 2005, building a small cottage that became the base for family holidays and island adventures. Two decades later, in 2025, we replaced that much-loved cottage with Manatu, our brand-new holiday home. We’re based in Nelson, New Zealand, and we hope you enjoy your stay in our little slice of paradise.
Why they chose this property
Manatu is situated on a larger land section known as Totokoitu, a unique area that stretches from the sea all the way to the mountainous interior of Rarotonga. Historically, this fertile land was used to cultivate traditional crops such as taro, coconut, and maniota, with some of the original coconut trees still standing proudly today.
For 60 years, the land was leased to the government and transformed into an agricultural research plantation, where exotic varieties of fruits and vegetables were grown and studied. In more recent times, Totokoitu has been returned to shared family stewardship and is now used for a mix of residential and small-scale commercial purposes.
For 60 years, the land was leased to the government and transformed into an agricultural research plantation, where exotic varieties of fruits and vegetables were grown and studied. In more recent times, Totokoitu has been returned to shared family stewardship and is now used for a mix of residential and small-scale commercial purposes.
What makes this property unique
Manatu Holiday Home sits on Rarotonga’s tranquil south-coast, considered the countryside by the locals, away from the hustle and bustle of Muri Beach and Avarua. Muri is only a 10 minute drive away. Just a two-minute stroll (about 100 m) lands you on the tropical beach and lagoon, where the friendly crew from Go Local Turtle Tours will whisk you off for snorkelling adventures among the turtles, eagle rays and schools of tropical fish in the crystal-clear waters. Pop into Au Tree Café across the road for a wholesome breakfast, fresh lunches and a selection of hot and cold drinks. Best of all the view across the lagoon is amazing. Stock up on groceries, local produce or late-night treats at Wigmore’s Super Store, a 24/7 one-stop shop just a five-minute drive from your door.
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