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Beautiful private home close to stunning lagoon
Aroa Beach, Arorangi District

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 68 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 68 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of paradise!
Wonderful peaceful house right across the road from a gorgeous private beach/lagoon. Fabulous snorkelling and swimming. Loved reading my book of the super comfy sun loungers in the lush tropical garden. House has everything you need with very well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well supplied home in a beautiful location
We absolutely loved our stay here and can't wait to come back again one day. The house was so well stocked with everything we needed for a relaxing stay. There were plenty of towels and bedding, an amazing selection of dishes and equipment in the kitchen, and all the extras (fans, mosquito coils, additional outside shower, ample fresh drinking water, washer and dryer) to make our stay comfortable. The house manager was friendly and very helpful. We all felt so at home!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
Meitaki for your lovely review. We are so happy that the house and property provided all you needed for your family. Fiona is a gem. We would welcome you back in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Suzen M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Arorangi Privacy
Beautiful grounds and well appointed space made for a lovely holiday! Meitaki Cristine for providing the drinking water, soaps, clothes line and little touches that make your property a welcome retreat!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Nov 2023
Meitaki, so lovely to know you enjoyed your stay at Kavera Beach House and to receive your positive feedback. We would welcome your return in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Denise B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well equipped house in private setting.
. We were 3 friends and had a bedroom each. We particularly enjoyed the garden and verandah area. Loved the outdoor shower after we came back from the lagoon. We had a car which was very handy for visiting further away parts of the island but bus stopped close by if needed. Would stay again if/when we return to Raro.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2023
So good to know you enjoyed the privacy of the garden and outdoor living space. We would welcome you back to stay again in the future. Meitaki!

10/10 Excellent

Tina G., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Kavera Beach House
Lovely property in super location. Handy to beach, convenience store, several good eating places. We had a car but if you did not you can easily walk to several places. House was clean and well appointed. Property manager, Fiona was attentive, friendly and so helpful. We were lucky to meet the owner Cristine who was as welcoming. Loved our stay, we will be returning next year
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2023
It was so lovely to meet you as well! we are delighted to know you had a wonderful stay and the house and property suited your needs. Looking forward to seeing you with us again next year! Kia Manuia

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and accomodation
We enjoyed a lovely week at Kavera Beach house. A really comfortable stay, with all the amenities that you need in a great location. 1 min walk to a lovely beach good for swimming. Easy access to the shops down the road, and Shipwreck Bar just a short stroll for cocktails on the beach. A lovely stay and would definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug 2023
Meitaki, so pleased you found the property comfortable and it suited your needs. Good to know you enjoyed Shipwreck’s which is a lovely sunset stroll along the beach! Hope the fishing was fantastic too!! We would welcome your return in the future .

10/10 Excellent

Randall J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best house ever
Perfect house for 5 people close to the best snorkeling in Rarotonga. The kitchen was well equipped for my husband who is a chef. We hope to go back again next year.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2023
Metaki Maata, we are pleased you enjoyed the property. We endeavour to create a home for our guests to relax and enjoy with their family and friends. We would welcome you back. Kia Manuia

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
Such a comfy clean home. It was great to have everything we needed, with washing machine and drier included. A very secure yard with lock gate and the fly screens on all the windows. We were pleased to have the esentials available to us like tea, coffee and sugar to get us started. It was truely like our home away from home! Just a minutes walk across the road to a beautiful lagoon which we thoroughly enjoyed each day. Plus the very convenient store/cafe also only a minutes walk away. Also our property manager, Fiona,was extremely helpful and very kind to keep in touch to see how we were going during our stay. A really nice part of the Island to stay at. We would definately stay here again. Thank you.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2023
Meitaki for your lovely review. We do try to make our guests feel welcome and at home. We love the area too! We are very lucky to have Fiona taking care of the property when we are not there and I will pass on your kind feedback to her. We would welcome you to come to stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Alexander S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quite, comfortable and cozy.
Has just what you need and nothing you don't. Our family of four were completely comfortable here and the proximity to the beach, conveniences and shops is nice. We would definitely book again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jun 2023
Meitaki Atupaka for your lovely review. It makes us so happy that you found all you needed and your family had a wonderful stay. We would welcome you back in the future. Kia Manuia Cristine

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kavera Beach House
Really wonderful place to be, the beach across the road is beautiful. It had everything we needed and we had a very nice time.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2023
Thank you so much for your review and we’re so happy that you enjoyed your stay and found the property comfortable. We hope to have you return in the future. Meitaki, Cristine

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful gardens in a private setting. Great indoor/outdoor living and very comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raeleen E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent snorkeling
We normally stay in Muri so was a nice change, sadly a few mosquitos on the patio ghat were annoying.. otherwise was a brill place with great snorkeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Thank you for your review of our property. So good to know you enjoyed the western sunset side of the island.

10/10 Excellent

Nathan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, beach right across the road
The property had everything we needed and everyone got a bedroom. The beach right over the road was beautiful and snorkelling was great. Very safe for our 3 and 7 year olds. We got to see some amazing sunsets too. The high, fully fenced section kept our kids safe from the road and the private garden was great for them to play in. Shop just a few minutes walk down the road. I would recommend earplugs if you are a light sleeper as the dogs and roosters can be quite loud through the night. Would recommend this property and would love to stay again someday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2022
Meitaki Atupaka (Thank you so much). We are so pleased the house had all you needed for your holiday and the children enjoyed the safety of the garden. We would welcome you back in the future.

8/10 Good

Denise M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kavera Ka Pai
Great location with almost beach view. Private tropical gardens. Outdoor covered area utilized every day. Best kitchen with everything you could need. Comfy beds & great laundry. Maybe bathroom could do with some love & new blinds in master but would MOST definitely stay again. Best stocked mini mart 50mtrs away. Sad to leave. Our kids knew your kids we think from school so such a small world really. Thanks for sharing your piece of paradise. Meitaki
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2022
Meitaki atupaka ; good to know it’s a small world and the kids know each other!! so pleased the house and property provided you with a comfy home away and you had a wonderful holiday. Would love to have you stay with us again in the future and appreciate your feedback 🌺

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable home
Loved the private gardens and location of the property.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2022
Thank you. We’re happy you enjoyed the privacy of the property and the location and hope you had a fabulous holiday. We would welcome you to stay again if you return to Rarotonga.

10/10 Excellent

Toni F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly set up for families
We absolutely loved our stay here and it was perfect for us. It was clean and well appointed and a walk across the road to a perfect swimming and snorkeling spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun 2022
Metaki, we are so pleased you enjoyed the property and had a lovely holiday. We would welcome you back in the future. Kia Manuia Cristine

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous home with garden by beautiful beach
We couldn’t have hoped for a more perfect spot. The beach was stunning and the house itself so spacious and well equipped. I loved the furnishing and art, crisp cotton sheets, brilliant weber BBQ, outdoor patio and huge garden. Would definitely book again.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May 2022
Meitaki Atupaka, delighted you had a great stay and enjoyed the property and beach. We would welcome you to stay again in the future!!

10/10 Excellent

Sandi O.

Lovely home, great location
Lovely, spacious indoor/outdoor area. Well equipped kitchen for self catering. Was the ideal spot to recharge & relax. Close to everything we needed (Dive shop, grocery store etc)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2021
Meitaki Atupaka, we appreciate your comments and would love to have you stay with us again in the future. Kia Manuia Cristine

10/10 Excellent

Matilda P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would highly recommend, beautiful place & property. Love the privacy.
The only problem we experienced was the TV, it had expired by it's used date & needed to be replaced. Sad to say, we had no TV for the last duration of our stay, 4 days.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jul 2021
Kia Orana, I'm sorry to hear this and yes it's unfortunate the Samsung smart TV which is just 4 years old did not work. Fortunately we now have a brand new one installed and connected to our Wifi for future stays. I do hope you had a fabulous holiday on our beautiful island. Meitaki Maata Cristine

10/10 Excellent

Kendra B., Auckland, New Zealand

Private relaxing home away from home
Tidy, comfortable home with everything that you could need. Beautiful securely fenced garden with the beach just across the road. Restaurants and cafes only a short drive away, and only 7km from the airport. The Property Manager, Fiona was always available and really helpful too. Great place for a family to stay with 3 bedrooms and inside/outside dining and lounge areas. Great spot.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Geoff and L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well Covid cooked it
Hopefully planning to get here soon after viruses closed borders, ended wedding plans and family fun. Looks like a fabulous place and planning to reschedule our booking as soon as we can
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Apr 2020
Yes this will pass and we are looking forward to having you stay in the future. The wonderful news is there have been no cases of the virus in the Cook Island’s... so grateful. :) we will be in touch , stay safe and well

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable beach house with beautiful private garden
Great property, great communication and easy check in. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and plenty of towels, will be recommending to friends
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kirbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Island time
Myself and two friends truly loved our stay at the property. It had everything we needed inc. a nespresso machine (I've already recommended it to my parents due to this). Fiona was really knowledgeable and just generally a beautiful person. I've not stayed on the western side of the island before and I really enjoyed it, there's some great snorkeling spots just outside the Dive Centre.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Meitaki Maata for your lovely feedback....and the fact you appreciated the Nespresso :) we would love to have your mum and dad stay with us in the future. We are so very lucky to have Fiona taking care of everything for us and I will pass on your kind words. Happy holidays!!

8/10 Good

Bridgette M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little beach house
Great homely little beach house with everything you possibly could need!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Meitaki Maata, so glad you found all you needed. Hope you had a wonderful holiday and will return to our wee paradise again.

10/10 Excellent

Wai F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Excellent house and property. We were traveling with a toddler and friends. Everything you need for a comfortable holiday. Very homely. Fenced section great for toddler. Shop handy just down road. Good swimming beach directly across from property. Road a bit noisy, but quality of house more than makes up for it. Thank you. We’ll definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Meitaki Maata we are so glad that the property provided you with what you needed for your wee toddler, friends and family. We would welcome you coming to stay at our house again.

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Family Place
We had a fabulous time in a lovely place right across the road from a great swimming spot. Will definitely book again. Many thanks 🙏
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy D., New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Great location, everything you need and more, clean and tidy, a lovely relaxing stay - thank you.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you!! So good to know you had a relaxing holiday and the house had everything you needed. Our manager said you were wonderful guests :)

10/10 Excellent

Gillian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Attractive Homestay
We spent 2 weeks in this house And enjoyed it The manager Fiona was very helpful and always on tap I would recommend this house. Only minutes from the beach. 10 minutes from town. Lovely garden and facilities very good
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thanks so much for your review and happy to know you were well looked after and enjoyed your stay. Hope you will return to Rarotonga!!

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Secure and private and so close to beach
From the moment we arrived we certainly had that holiday feeling, the surrounding were private and well appointed. We had an awesome holiday with our family and made some fantastic memories. I would highly recommend this holiday home. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Meitaki Maata for your lovely words. We are very happy that your family had a wonderful holiday in our island home and beautiful memories were created. We would welcome you back !

10/10 Excellent

Naomi G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house and beautiful garden
Great location, across from beach, 1.5km from excellent snorkeling at Aroa beach and store just down the road. Had everything we needed, quality furnishings and great range of kitchen equipment.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Chris M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Experience
We had an absolutely fantastic time at Kavera Beach House. The location was stunning - a 2 minute walk from an amazing snorkelling beach with many tropical fish, a big garden area with table and chairs and a lounger, a brilliant beach bar just a few minutes walk away up the beach and a shop 5 minutes away along the road. Plenty of things to help us really enjoy our stay such as kitchen equipment and items left by previous guests such as condiments and so on. We left some for the next guests too. The beds were very comfy and we had a TV with DVD player (and a few DVDs) to chill at night. We were also afforded total privacy which was brilliant. Pure fresh water was provided too at no extra cost in large demijohns and we had so much fun watching the geckos scuttle around and also the chickens in the back yard. Very generous parking space (yes we avoided parking under the coconut tree Cristine :) ) and also a top line washing machine and clothes line which was handy. We LOVED staying at your beach house and will happily stay again. Thanks so much for making our trip to Raro that extra bit special Cristine and especially Fiona who was very helpful and called us just after we arrived to confirm we were ok. AWESOME!! ☺
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julie S., Hamilton, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location and garden.
We loved our short stay in this house. The location was great: a little away from the tourist mecca of Muri but close to a wonderful beach, excellent fish and chip shop and local fruit stall. The garden was enclosed and very lush and peaceful. Loads of seats, cusihions and chairs with a well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Doris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Most enjoyable holiday
The property was very comfortable and close to the beach, a grocery shop, ice cream bar, fuel and a cafe and bus stop. There was a small fruit stand opposite. All the tours we did picked us up in front of a resort only a couple of doors away. Restaurants, souvenir shops were further away. Next time I would hire a car/scooter for ease of getting around but as we had activities planned every day and were picked-up and dropped-off we were happy. We really enjoyed our holiday on the Cook Islands. The owner replied to any questions I had promptly and arranged for a taxi to meet us at the airport on our arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aimee W.

Comfortable Cutie in Great Location
We loved our stay in this very private home, right across the road from a gorgeous lagoon. It's fully equipped with everything you could need, the kitchen is fantastic - a perfect home away from home. Located on the Western side of the island, a perfect spot for catching sunsets and afternoon cocktails, super close to shops, and about 1km to the best cafe on the island Beluga!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review. It’s wonderful that you enjoyed all the goodness that the area and the house has to offer. We agree Beluga is the best!!

10/10 Excellent

Mark A., Auckland, NZ

The Best Escape!
After a hectic start to the year the Easter break was the perfect time to escape the hustle and bustle of reality and escape to a tropical island. Kavera Beach House was the perfect place to come, disconnect and relax. The house has plenty of room for a family and an outdoor space that is secure for the little ones. Everything needed for cooking up a storm and just over the road is a short track to the beach which you can easily whittle away a day at under the palm trees. Just do it!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tomasz P., Trzebnica

Cool place :-)
Perfect place for staying on Cook Islands. Clean and cosy house with lot's of amenities; basically you can find everything you are looking for :-) Owner of this property and the Manager were both friendly and gave us handful tips about Cook Islands and activities. High fence around property giving a lot of private space. I wish I stayed there longer :-)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark H., Big Bend, California

Kavera House was exactly as advertised, very nice, beautifully appointed.
We stayed for 21 days in Kavera House on Rarotonga, an extended visit. The house and grounds are very private with large rooms and all the amenities. The property manager was extraordinary and attended to our minor issues immediately. We did visit Aitutaki and the Kavera House was perfect for a home base for additional exploring in the Cook Islands. The people here are exceedingly pleasant and it was our pleasure to get to know some of them. Scuba Diving, snorkeling, hiking and dinning out. I bought a ukulele made by a Rarotongan and am now resolved to learning to play it like an Islander! No small feat...
Stayed 19 nights in Dec 2018