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Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!

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A wooden deck with a lounge chair and a hammock, overlooking a beach with palm trees and the ocean.
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A room with a wooden floor, a folding chair, a patterned chair, a door with a handle, a wall with a green patterned artwork, and a potted plant.
A kitchen with a window, white cabinets, a sink, and a microwave.
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a woven wall hanging, and a wardrobe.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchenette
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vaimaanga Tapere, takitumu
  • Place, Turoa Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wigmore's Waterfall
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Muri Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

open plan

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!

* NOVEMBER 2026 to 31 MARCH 2027 ON SALE NOW (selected dates)
* Book Your 2026/27 Stay Now - A Very Unique Property Sitting Right Over The Beach

Vaka Tai - wanting a absolute beach front bach at a reasonable rate just for two - then this is the one! Read the many recent reviews then book !

This is a free standing beach front holiday bach, privacy + beach front = TICK

Amazing swimming & snorkeling PLUS kayaks / Snorkel Gear = TICK.

Super Popular with 100+ 5* Reviews = TICK

Air Con & Free WIFI = TICK

Quiet beach and location - with the newly started Turtle Tours on the same strip Vaimaanga is starting to get noticed for its great lagoon and quiet location
As close as it gets to the beach & lagoon & great value for money , the Vaka is literally elevated over the beach and so close to the lagoon

This popular holiday batch style unit has its own separate kitchen, bathroom and a large elevated deck facing the gorgeous crystal clear lagoon.

Sit back and gaze away at the ever changing lagoon and beach

With 100+ five star 100% positive reviews (we are also Super Hosts on the worlds biggest booking platform) & we are VRBO Premier Hosts, be sure to make this your accommodation choice!

Pleasantly appointed interior, high ceiling with ceiling fan, the breezes comes right off the lagoon through the screened door - there is no need for air con as its naturally cooled being so close to the water. Cool and comfortable indoors for afternoon naps and at night. Large covered deck space for watching the breakers on the reef. Spot the fish in the lagoon on a clear sunny day.

Easy 2 minute walk to Wigmores Super Store for all your grocery and food requirements. Takeaways available next door to Wigmores. A Cafe is across the road from Wigmore's for coffee and just at the end of your driveway is a DVD store and the best Pizzas on the island - Southside Pizza.

A short stroll from the Vaka is the famous Vaima Restaurant. Excellent beachside dining. Car Rental is also 500m away - Go Cook Islands hire cars at reasonable rates with pre booking recommended.

A 10 minute walk will take you to the start of the Wigmores Waterfall track - a gravel track ending at a waterfall (if its been raining).

Another short walk option along the beach from your Vaka will take you to the now famous Turtle Tour beach where you can take a guided tour in the lagoon to swim with the turtles!

As 'Premier Hosts' we are help to make the booking process as easy as possible. and a 'instant book' option to get you quickly confirmed ! Since the pandemic we have refined and polished our practices. We work full time to ensure your comfort and the best possible holiday !

Throughout the booking process and during your stay we are on hand to help and only a message away.

As we are living on the island but not onsite we will stop by at some stage to say Kia Orana (hello), other than that we leave you to it - it is your property for your entire stay and we can help as much or little as needed! .

There is a Guest Compendium that tells you everything you need to know, do and see to help you maximize your stay. Before arrival we also send our guide book to help plan your stay.

We want you to experience the island and what it has to offer for yourselves and our guests always go back home and spread the word on our little paradise island in the Pacific !

Kia Manuia. Adam & Sarah

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Over 10yrs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
the property is not suitable for visitors or for non guests to use our facilities including the beach area and kayaks or to visit frequently
events gatherings or ceremonies are not permitted on or around or inside any property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9257788
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
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

Rarotonga

Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area, while Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands Library and Museum are cultural highlights. Cocoputt and Highland Paradise Cultural Centre are also worth visiting. With kayaking, snorkelling and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Vaimaanga Tapere, takitumu

What's nearby

  • Turoa Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Wigmore's Waterfall - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Aroa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 9 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Muri Beach - 11 min drive - 8.8 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Kai & Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Anchorage - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Palace Takeaway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!?

As of 20 Aug, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI! on 21 Nov, 2026 start from S$1,717, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vaka Tai - So Popular as 'on the beach' as you can get with Air Con & Free WIFI! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District holiday home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Wigmore's Waterfall, Turoa Beach and Aroa Beach. Puaikura Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area are also within 3 miles (5 km).

About the host

Hosted by taakoka-muri-beach1

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We are property owners, 'super hosts' and managers here in Rarotonga, when you book our properties you are assured of a easy stress free booking process. We try to anticipate everything before you step off the plane to paradise so that all you have to do is relax and enjoy your island escape! Since 2011 we have offered Cook Islands Tourism Award Winning properties to our guests - we take extra care in all aspects of what we do from getting all the info from you to ensuring our properties are spotless for your arrival. Also we are to arrange transfers to the property or provide easy directions should you wish to collect a car from the airport - just ask! We look forward to looking helping you make the most of your time in paradise kia manuia. adam & sarah

Why they chose this property

- Vaimaanga Beach, quiet and away from the resorts and crowds
- Golden sand, unspoilt lagoon and stunning sunsets
- Snorkelling, Kayaking all in front of your accommodation
- Value for money, very well priced for two guests to be right on the beach
- 100+ 5* amazing reviews on the worlds biggest booking platform
- experienced hosts on the island to help maximize your time in paradise

What makes this property unique

To be honest - the WOW factor is when you walk on to the deck and realise you are 'hanging' over the beach - as close as you can get! The crystal blue lagoon is right there in front of you ! Grab a kayak and hit the lagoon or take a snorkel and mask and explore the warm waters in the lagoon.
Away from the crowds and resorts the Vaimaanga area is still relatively quiet and untouched. the access to the property and section is gated so that only our guests get to use the fantastic beach and lagoon.

* we can arrange your (paid) airport transfer to the Vaka for you - just mention on booking. we also provide loads of really helpful info put together from what our guests have told us and what we believe to be some of the best things to see and do during your stay. Our guidebook will be forwarded to you upon booking to help plan your stay so that you can maximize your time here.

* we look forward to welcoming you to our slice of paradise! Adam & Sarah

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