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Reviews of Vaka on the Beach - as Beach Front as you can get on golden Vaimaanga Beach

Vaka on the Beach - as Beach Front as you can get on golden Vaimaanga Beach
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Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews" "
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10/10 Excellent

Bryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We were super happy with our stay in Rarotonga and this lodging. The location was super. Nice snorkeling right off the (nice sand) beach. Great view from the bed and from the good size deck. Quiet. 24 hour small grocery store a short walk away. Several eating options within a mile. Was a bit hard to find when we arrived at midnight, but so worth it! The restaurant right next door (mentioned in other reviews) was never too noisy or obtrusive.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfectly Relaxing Month!
We stayed 29 nights and had a wonderful stay. We were looking to relax and enjoy the lagoon after a hectic fall, and that is exactly what we did. The hosts arranged our transfer from the airport, and it went off without a hitch. You can't get any closer to the water than this accommodation. The deck was wonderful and that is where we spent all of our time. The bathroom is tiny, but gets the job done. The kitchen had all of the necessities and we cooked a lot of meals there. The grill/griddle needs a little work. But other than that, we have no complaints. The hosts checked in periodically, and they are great. I highly recommend a stay here!
Stayed 29 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect vacation spot
My husband and I stayed for a week. Beautiful location, easy walk to Wigmores. The unit had everything we needed. Internet worked initially, but then stopped, but could walk next door to Viama’s Steakhouse and get it if needed. A 10L water was provided with refill spot across from Wigmores. Renting a scooter was challenging as we arrived on Saturday night and police station is closed on Sunday and the bus doesn’t run. Monday we got there after 2:00 and they were closed. Next time I would just rent an e-bike. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Snezana V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking view
We had everything we needed. Loved it
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than resorts hands down!
This was way more relaxing than any resort we'd experienced previously, clean & right on the sand. Small personal touches like a huge bunch of native flowers, local fruit platter, milk & a turkish loaf made it just so welcoming. We relaxed within 2 days & loved the restaurant music from 5pm & 8.30pm each night. And the snorkling was EPIC. So central to Wigmores store for supplies, drinks, icecreams & more. We'll be back in 2 years for my 60th. It is a heavenly paradise!!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jul 2023
kia orana Marie and thanks for staying - was a nice long stay too so you really got a feel for the property and setting so very glad we got everything right for you. see you soon. kia manuia. adam & sarah

8/10 Good

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome view!
Overall very good - a few small niggles, but it's a lovely place with an amazing view - all exactly as shown in the photos. One thing to be aware of is music from the restaurant next door. It's not exactly loud, but it's intrusive as it's so close. Only plays between 5pm and 9pm, so not a big issue, but we found it rather annoying (although we're quite sensitive to noise, so it might not bother other people too much).
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023
kia orana Richard. thanks for your feedback and you are correct, the background music from the restaurant is not loud and has never bothered anyone previously, if you just had raised it with me during your stay i could have rectified for you. kia manuia

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Villa by the sea
What an excellent place to stay a few steps and into the warm lagoon. Great snorkelling on the door step. Would recommend to those who like the quieter side of the island. Top rated restaurant next door and plenty to do close by. Adam and Sarah great hosts.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2023
kia orana and thanks for your feedback. the Vaka is very popular and in a fantastic super quiet location with a amazing lagoon right in front. so glad you enjoyed and hope to see you again. kia manuia

10/10 Excellent

Neville M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic spot with great beach
Fantastic view, great location and awesome beach. Great hosts and staff. Sad to be leaving after 10 days. Thank you for a wonderful holiday.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2023
kia orana and thanks for your comments was a pleasure to host you both. so glad you enjoyed the property, its beach front setting and amazing beach and lagoon. hopefully you made use of the paddle boards, kayaks and snorkel gear available! love to se eyou again. kia manuia. adam

8/10 Good

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Just what is says in the description. Self contained cottage right on the beach. Didn't realise that the restaurant was right next door but this wasn't an issue as very quiet. Great location and a good part of the island for swimming and snorkelling. Cottage was clean and tidy and had everything that we needed to be self contained. Would stay again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jun 2023
kia orana and thanks for your comments. the restaurant close by is very popular with our guests as is one of the better on the island and a great option for a dinner or two. the beach and lagoon area is very quiet and full of marine life and a great place to explore on a paddle board, kayak or with the snorkel gear.love to see you again. kia manuia. adam

10/10 Excellent

Joanna L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Paradise
Awesome location, right on the beach. Snorkelling is pretty good here and the reef is close enough that you can see theh passing whales. The restaurant next door is only open a couple of hours a night and is very quiet - and great to have as an option for dinner. Wigmores walking distance, kitchen utensils for cooking are average, but we made do. No oven, just a gas cooker and bbq. Bed was very comfortable. All in all perfect place to stay for a get away.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
kia orana and thanks so much for your 5* review so glad you enjoyed the paddle boards and lagoon. the Vaka is a classic batch style accommodation and we provide a BBQ instead of a oven which our guests seem to love!. the kitchen utensils have been checked and topped up. look forward to seeing you again soon. kia manuia. adam

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Awesome.
This was our first time going through bookabach as we have stayed in Resorts the last couple of times we have been over. It was the best decision ever. Now, I don't want this property to get so booked that we can never get it again, but it was such a great location. All day and night you can see & hear the ocean as it crashes against the reef to that beautiful crystal clear lagoon. It's quiet, and so local to a supermarket, DVD shop (we left a few behind for future guests) gas station, vehicle rentals, a cafe, as well as directly beside Viama restaurant. Handy for cocktails, as well as dinner (booking in advance is essential) We absolutely loved "Vaka 1" and it felt like home to us for the time we were there. Everything you need to be able to self cater, and close to the places you need around you. The hosts Adam & Sarah are fantastic, and do a great job.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Aug 2021
Kia orana Shelly. so grea tto meet you both and thanks for your comments. hope to see you again in our best kept secret!! kia manuia. adam & sarah