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Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families

Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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PRIVACY AND CONFORT WITH VIEW OF THE LAGOON OF BORA BORA
EXCLUSIVE LAGOON VIEW FROM VILLA VAHIMANUI
UNOBSTRUCTED WORLD CLASS VIEW FROM VILLA VAHIMANUI
UNOBSTRUCTED WORLD CLASS VIEW FROM VILLA VAHIMANUI
VIEW OF MOTUS FROM THE BALCONY OF THE VILLA

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 41200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Le Bora Bora Resort Beach
  • Place, Mt. Otemanu
  • Place, Vaitape Harbor
  • Airport, Bora Bora (BOB-Motu Mute)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families

Welcome to VILLA VAHIMANUI your vacation paradise in Bora Bora!

VILLA VAHIMANUI is located hillside 100ft (30 meters) above sea level and only 160 ft (50 meters) from the lagoon. This very exclusive Villa overlooking the crystal blue waters of the lagoon offers incredible romantic sunsets as well as a lot of privacy making it the perfect spot for both honeymooners and families.

Enjoy the placid waters of the lagoon with its extraordinary colourful tropical fish allowing endless snorkeling in turquoise and pristine warm waters!The house is surrounded by beautiful exotic and tropical fruit trees in a manicured garden.

This unique 1200 square-foot (110 m2) home is part of a famous luxury complex started by Marlon Brando and Jack Nicholson. The villa accomodation includes 2 bedrooms with air conditioning, 1 bathroom, a modern full kitchen fit for a chef, a living room and a large covered terrace-lanai overlooking the lagoon.

The interior of this luxury wooden built house is particularly roomy thanks to a cathedral ceiling with a spacious living room and one of the bedrooms opened into it allowing exclusive views right from your king sized bed.

This piece of paradise is very much in demand. So book early in advance your South Pacific vacation and contact us today : with the pleasure of having you as our guests at VILLA VAHIMANUI!

Tahiti, the port of entry of French Polynesia is linked by non stop scheduled flights to Los Angeles, NZ, Japan, Hawaii, Australia and with one stop to Paris and most European cities. From Tahiti, a 45-minute-flight takes you to Bora Bora.
There are 2 domestic airline companies in French Polynesia: Air Tahiti and Air Moana. Both airlines link Tahiti with Bora Bora. You can directly book your flights online on their dedicated website.

The plane from Tahiti lands in Bora Bora on Motu Mute, an offshore islet.Then a free shuttle brings you across the lagoon to VAITAPE, Bora Bora's main village. On the wharf in Vaitape, you will pick up your rental car and drive in 15 minutes to our house.

CAR RENTAL
Because there is no public transport service on Bora Bora, you need to rent a car to be independant on the island during your stay . It is essential to go shopping, to go to the restaurant or to visit Bora Bora. You can directly book your rental car online on AVIS car rental website which is the most reliable car rental company in Bora Bora. I don't recommend renting an electric car because there are no electric charging points near the parking lot of our house. I also don't recommend renting scooters because they are not powerful enough to get to our upper parking lot and it is very difficult to carry your food purchase on a scooter to the house.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Allowed on the lanai

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number 1790DTO-MT

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bora Bora

Located in Bora Bora, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the beach. WWII Guns Faanui and WWII Guns are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Matira Beach and Tā'ihi Point. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Vaitape Harbor - 10 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Matira Point - 15 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Matira Beach - 15 min drive - 18.5 km
  • Le Meridien Beach - 28 min drive - 11.4 km
  • White Valley Reef - 55 min drive - 18.1 km

Restaurants

  • Pora-Pora Coffee Shop
  • ‪Vini vini bar - ‬12 min drive
  • Varavara
  • ‪Lagoon Restaurant- Jean Georges- Bora Bora - ‬8 min drive
  • Le Tipanie Terrace

Frequently asked questions

Is Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Splendid Villa Overlooking the Lagoon of Bora Bora. Honeymooners & Families located?

Nestled on the beach, this Bora Bora holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tā'ihi Point, Terei’a Point and WWII Guns Faanui. Ofu O Rau Point is 2.1 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 102 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievable view, just like in the listing, from the balcony and through the huge set of windows facing the ocean. The place was huge and spotlessly clean. The owner provided much excellent information before and during our stay, which was extremely helpful and generous. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nicholas C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The views from the terrace over the lagoon are truly spectacular. The Villa is very spacious - especially as we were only 2 using the facilities.It is simply but adequately decorated and the kitchen has an appropriate level of equipment for a holiday stay. The steep stairs up to the property would be challenging for less able guests. Pierre was very responsive to a couple of small issues we had during our stay. The villa is around a 20 minute drive from the wharf and the neighbourhood is very quiet. Guests will definitely need a car to get around the island
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our fourth stay at Pierre’s house, and we love it more each time! The view from the house is absolutely breathtaking — truly the best. The apartment itself is beautifully equipped, spotless, and peaceful. It’s the perfect getaway.Matira Beach is just a 15-minute drive away, and we love starting our mornings by picking up fresh baguettes from the locals and enjoying breakfast while soaking in the incredible view.Pierre is the best host you could ask for — always responsive, kind, and full of helpful tips for exploring the island. Thank you, Pierre, for another fantastic stay. We can’t wait to come back. Mauruuru!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denis R.

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

Best place on Bora Bora

Excellent place to stay. Everything is like described!
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sharee O.

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

Immaculate villa with stunning views

Our family of 4 had an amazing holiday in Bora Bora thanks to the wonderful villa overlooking the lagoon, and extremely helpful owner Pierre. Even a lovely local picked a bunch of bananas off his tree and gave them to us after our morning swim in the beautiful bright blue Lagoon. This was a dream 21st celebration birthday/holiday for our twins Thank you Pierre
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly S.

FANTASTIC LOCATION WITH A GREAT VIEW!!

My husband and I rented Villa Vahimanui for our Honeymoon. The owner (Pierre) is lovely, contacts you before you purchase, when you purchase and while you are there. He is ready and willing to answer questions as well as provide great suggestions for enjoying Bora Bora. We found the Villa to be exactly as described and pictured on VRBO.It was cozy, relaxing, very clean and tastefully decorated.We had plenty of space for the two of us! The view of the lagoon from the Villa was breathtaking! We found very good restaurants in the area such as the Maikai and the Saint James. The villa met all of our expectations and more! To anyone reading this, we can highly recommend this property!!

10/10 Excellent

Ivelen K.

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

Hillside view over the lagoon

Let me say this first: If you don't mind daily steep walk and 80+ steps towards the villa, you will love it! It is everything your eyes deserve - incredible view and relaxing shades of blue. And just wait for the sunsets :). The villa is maintained and designed very well. The deck is spacious and you will enjoy it. The living room is naturally ventilated and there is no need for AC (in July). Pierre is great host and helpful with tips and recommendations. Needless to say we had one of the best vacations ever. Merci Pierre! P.S. Don't be afraid of the geckos - they are awesome creatures!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

great place to experience Bora Bora!

Dear Pierre: We had a lovely stay at your Villa Vahimanui. The house was exactly what we wanted for our family in Bora Bora--away from crowds and tourists, but easy to do whatever activities we wanted. The view was just amazing and we could have spent hours looking out from the patio every evening. We never missed any sunsets! The kitchen was well set up and the laundry worked well too. All the landscaping and flowers around the condominiums are really beautiful and nicely done. Barthelemy, the caretaker, was very nice and helpful as well. For us, having the dock and beach right there was great since we were picked up various times by boats and jetskis. It was centrally located so we could travel to different parts of the island easily for sightseeing, going to town, or going to outer motus. We loved our stay in Bora and hope to return before too long. We would stay at Villa Vahimanui again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Joe P., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Living the local life in Bora Bora.

We spent 10 days in this beautifully furnished and decorated house. It is up on a hill, reached through seventy-three steps from the closest parking lot, which leads to magnificent views. The dining area has been set outside and provides fantastic views as well. A screened area would enhance it even more. The kitchen is fully and nicely equipped, including high-end appliances. Master bedroom with medium firm European king-size mattress (64") and quiet air conditioning unit. The rest of the house tends to be hot from mid-day to sunset, at least in February. Being able to rent the Peugeot from the owner was a bonus, saving a lot of time with the rental agencies. Responsive owner and very kind and helpful caretakers.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael E., Essen, Germany

Spectacular!

Of all the many places that can be booked at Bora, this property probably offers the best views. Imagine a perhaps 6 m wide window front positioned at an elevated position providing "to die for" views of the lagoon and the motus every minute of the day. More, the internal design is way above average because it's tasteful, accommodating and functional. It is clear that the owner, Pierre, has a personal interest in the property. It was also great that there was a good selection of quality cooking utensils we made good use of. We were also very pleasantly suprised of the quality of the beef and fish at Super U supermarket. Of note was also the large collection of decent French wines which made dinners at home even more enjoyable. The location of the villa is also brilliant. It's close enough to Vaitape for convenient shoping or a coffee "downtown". On the other hand, there is a small beach at the property that works really well - the snorkeling isn't bad at all especially if you swim over to the left side of Marlon Brando's old house (the one on the left). We also made use of renting Pierre's Peugeot 208 which was fun to drive around with. We should also mention our friendly interactions with Batholomaeus who, in the absence of Natalie, makes sure that everything is fine. He is also quite happy to explain how to catch an octopus with your bare hands, should you be interested. Maruru Pierre for having us, for answering all our questions promptly, for the pickup service, the flexibility with the arrival and leaving times! We do hope to be back soon.

10/10 Excellent

CAVAILLE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nous avons bien profité de cette belle villa, décorée avec goût. La vue depuis la terrasse sur le lagon est magnifique ainsi que sur les couchers de soleil. la terrasse est immense et nous en avons bien profitée. la villa est très propre et bien équipée (cuisine, séjour, chambres, lave linge séche linge). Toujours de la place au parking, accès depuis la route délicat (ça monte) mais on s'y fait. Les 4 photos ont été prise depuis la terrasse. Les 3 dernières plage de Matira.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Edmond D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent positionnement avec une vue époustouflante mais qui se mérite, il faut gravir les quelques 40 marches pour atteindre le graal. Dommage que des petits détails ne cadrent pas avec le bien. Porte fenêtre difficile à ouvrir. Il faut juste changer les galets. Manque de moustiquaires aux baies vitrées du séjour et de la chambre donnant sur la terrasse.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

MOHAMED A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magnifique villa tres bien située, avec vue sur le lagon. Tres confortable , a la decoration soignée. Tres bonne literie.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

hilda k.

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

Amazing

Pierre was VERY thorough and accommodating. The views of this house are absolutely amazing. The inside is perfect for a family. The communication with the host was nothing short of perfect. He was very ubderstanding, curtious and helpful. We would reccomend this house to everyone! Our family had a wonderful stay and it would not have been the same had it not been for the host and the beautiful house.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hozefa A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Well equipped villa at a fantastic location

Overall a brilliant place to stay with everything needed. Only issue was there were dead ants in the kitchen but these were vacuumed using the vacuum provided. Communication with Pierre was great and the views across the lagoon were breathtaking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony M.

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

Magnifique vue

Séjour parfait avec une magnifique vue
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina M.

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

Fantastic!! Just the best!!

This was our 3rd stay and we just love this place so much! Everything is great, the condo, the neighborhood and most importantly the view! The condo is very tastefully decorated and has everything you need. Pierre, we are so happy to have found your house and we already plan our next taste!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shandra C.

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

Second Stay in this villa

This was our second stay at this house. It has a wonderful view from inside the house and also on the patio. It also has a sunset view. It is well-equipped and has beach towels. There is a washer and dryer. The bedrooms have a/c which is needed, as the house can get very hot during the day. This time none of the tour operators would pick us up from the pier so we had to drive to town to get picked up.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mario L.

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

Eine Trauminsel

Alles in allem eine sehr schöne Unterkunft mit sehr guter Ausstattung. Ein toller Blick von der Terrasse. Was die Wegbeschreibung angeht: Straßennamen angeben bzw. eine genauere Beschreibung, ein Vermerk an den Mülltonnen wird übersehen wenn man aus Veitape anreist.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janice H., White Rock BC Canada

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

Paradise - exceeded our wildest expectations!

We thoroughly enjoyed every moment of our stay at Villa Vahimanui and definitely hope to return! The views were so beautiful that it took our breath away …and the villa itself was a very clean, comfortable, well equipped, and relaxing place to stay! Pierre was extremely conscientious and organized in regard to communication…and provided us with very comprehensive information in advance …which helped us prepare for, and enjoy our stay. Pierre was also quick to provide answers to any of our questions! This was our first trip to French Polynesia and Bora Bora. My husband & I stayed at the villa with my parents (in their 70’s/early 80’s … and in good shape ). We had no problem managing the stairs, although, as others have mentioned, it’s a bit of a workout to bring your luggage up in the hot sun …lol…but believe me - it’s totally worth it! We spent our days exploring the island in our rental car, and enjoyed trips to Matira Beach, and snorkeling! We were happy to return back to the villa in the late afternoon to cook meals and enjoy the view from the deck. We had a fabulous time at Pierre’s Villa and are very grateful to have had the opportunity to stay! Thank you ❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina M., San José, USA

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

Second stay and again fantastic!

This has been our second stay at Pierre’s home and it has been super fantastic again! The condominium is just the perfect place to stay, the views are incredible and everything is super clean, and quiet. Pierre is super responsive and super nice to communicate with. You cannot go wrong with this apartment! Merci Pierre and à bientôt!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Serge D., Longueuil

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

Un très agréable séjour

Pierre a été un hôte très prévenant. Il nous a fourni des instructions détaillées sur le trajet à suivre en plus de fournir les meilleures activités à faire à Bora-Bora. La demeure était spacieuse, propre et offrant un point de vue plongeant sur le lagon. Que demander de plus? Serge
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

christine p.

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

Vacances silencieuses et chaleureuses

Soleil, sourires, randonnées, baignades, découverte des iles en vélo sans oublier la nourriture à base de poissons et saveurs
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Franck T., Petaluma

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

The property and the view was very nice.

The property and the view were very nice. We staid 5 nights. The only problem it is on the other side of the Island and if you want to eat or do any grocery shopping or go to the beach you have to drive around 20 - 25 minutes each way. So must be organized. Again, nothing wrong with the place, just be sure you have a car.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sergej R.

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

Tolle Villa mit fantastischem Ausblick.

Die Villa ist groß und wunderschön. Es ist alles vorhanden was man benötigt und alles ist in einem guten Zustand. Wir haben jeden Tag die Aussicht vom Balkon und aus dem Wohnzimmer genossen. Für die Aussicht lohnt sich jede einzelne Stufe die man für den Aufstieg zur Villa überwinden muss. Leider sind die Fliegenschutzgitter bei der Villa nicht mehr ganz dicht. Wir hatten jeden Tag 2-3 Hornissen in der Villa, trotz geschlossener Fenster und Türen. Auch hat ein Hahn, der auf dem Gelände lebt jeden Morgen ab 05:00 am dafür gesorgt, dass wir auf keinen Fall den wunderschönen Sonnenaufgang verpassen. Es wäre auch schön gewesen, wenn 2 Kajaks zur Verfügung stünden damit man die wunderschöne Lagune auf dem Wasser erkunden könnte. Alles in allem hatten wir eine sehr schöne Zeit in der Villa und können die Villa auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

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