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Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach!

Apartment near Aroa Beach in Rarotonga

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
TV, DVD player
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 270 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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RAROTONGA
  • Aroa Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Muri Lagoon
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Muri Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Rarotonga

Takitumu District stay.Your stay at this Takitumu District apartment places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Wigmore's Waterfall and Aroa Beach. Takitumu Conservation Area and Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Aroa Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Muri Lagoon - 8 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Te Vara Nui Village - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Muri Beach - 10 min drive - 8.4 km

Getting around

  • Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Vinyl Revival - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach!

* Reduced Rates 01 Nov 2025 - 31 March 2026 (selected dates)
* Book Your 2026 Stay Now - A Super Popular Apartment With Lagoon Views

Vaka Beach Retreat = get the best of both worlds, a modern air conditioned apartment upstairs facing the lagoon on what is becoming a popular part of the island to stay thanks to the #1 Activity - Turtle Tours on the same strip 2km down from the beach.

Vaimaanga Beach. this like new Beach Apartment awaits you for your island holiday. The beach is 30 steps away with Kayaks, Snorkeling gear. Free Unlimited WIFI is a added bonus and the apartment is cooled throughout with air conditioning!

Explore the lagoon, snorkel or relax on the quiet beach away from the crowds

* Return to Paradise! Kayaks, Snorkel Gear - all ready for you..

Vaimaanga Beach. this like new Beach Apartment awaits you for your island holiday. a spacious upstairs area with one air conditioned bedroom and air conditioned lounge and a second king bed in the open plan living area. a full modern kitchen incl dishwasher and outside there is a deck, comfy couch and BBQ. This is a private space and the only apartment on the first floor with views to the lagoon. Head downstairs and outside, the beach is 10 steps away with kayaks and snorkeling gear for your use!

Our guests that stay in the Apartment love the closeness to the lagoon and the huge bonus of having one of the best restaurants on the island a short stroll away to enjoy cocktails, dinner or pizza on the beach with the sand between your toes.

The Apartment itself is on the first floor, approximately 70m2, self contained and private with no neighbours either side, modern and airy and has everything you need to make your stay comfortable including a real comfy beds and plenty of room for everybody!

What makes the it stand out is where it is situated. The sunsets are incredible and can be seen off your deck, the beach is right there with no roads to cross and is quiet with golden coral free sand and great for walks when the day is ending.
Vaka Retreat guests have full access to all facilities onsite including the kayaks and snorkeling equipment

The beach is steps from the apartment and is all yours to enjoy and quiet as is away from the busy resorts and hotels so when you hit the lagoon its just you.
Throughout the booking process and during your stay we are on hand to help and only a phone call away. Upon booking we send our jam packed Guide Book full of the best things to do, see eat and drink on the island.

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 place for your entire stay.

There is a Guest Compendium that tells you everything you need to know, do and see to help you maximize 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 !

Who would Vaka Beach Retreat Suit?
- a couple wanting something modern, a bit up market but at a great nightly rate
- guests wanting to be close to the beach with no roads to cross just a few steps away but dont want to pay the large nightly rates for absolute beach front.
- guests wanting a private get away , the apartment is upstairs with no one else either side or above you - just you !
- those not wanting to be in the main tourist hubs of the island, the South Side is still quiet and not full of resorts and hotels. its easy enough to get to the main areas of the island but you dont need to be staying amongst it !

The owners have created a genuine vibrant island atmosphere and you will feel part of this friendly and busy community. there is a great convenience store just two minutes walk from the Apt as well as a takeaways and a dvd shop for those nights when you just want to relax with a movie after a day in the sun!
Getting around the island is so easy if you dont wish to have transport. There is a bus service that will take you clock or anti clockwise around the island every 45 mins - just tell the driver where you want to get off!

Lots of guests enjoy seeing the island by scooter which is a great way to get around especially when the suns out !

A more relaxing way to see the island is by hiring a bicycle either pedal or electric from Ride Rarotonga. they will even drop it off to the apartment .

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 ! This property does not take children under 18yrs

Look Forward To Meeting You

Kia Manuia. Adam & Sarah

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: only on the beach not on the balcony of the apt

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Paddleboard

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

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 754 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

- no extra guest or visitors to stay over night or will be asked to leave
If you are arriving on the island early morning (ex Sydney) it is recommend the night before is booked otherwise check in time is 2pm.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.
  • Note from host: not suitable for children under 10yrs

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only on the beach not on the balcony of the apt

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
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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.