Vaka Tai - So Popular As 'on the Beach' As You Can Get with Air Con & Free Wifi!
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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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Takitumu, Southern Cook Islands, Cook Islands
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* Reduced Rates - 01 Dec 2025 - 31 March 2026 Book Now To Secure (selected dates)
* Book Your 2026 Stay Now - A Very Popular Property Hanging 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 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 80+ five star 100% positive reviews (we are 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 & SarahAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Adults only.Over 10yrs.About customRules: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..About checkIn:Check in after 2:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking allowed: in designated areas.Outside only.About events:No events allowed.
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9.8/10
Cleanliness9.8
Amenities9.8
Location9.8
Service9.8
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Surroundings
Airport: Rarotonga International Airport
(11.1 km)
Landmarks: Wigmore's Waterfall
(1.3 km)
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9.8/10
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16 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness9.8
- Amenities9.8
- Location9.8
- Service9.8
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Guest User
March 18, 2025
Vaka 1 Beachfront Villa
We had an amazing stay! Waking up every morning to the gentle lapping of waves on the beach made a great start to each day. Being right on the beach was the right choice for us - we swam, snorkeled, kayaked and walked every day. The unit was clean and efficient and had everything we wanted. Air conditioning and wifi were also great to have. We would highly recommend this property.
Guest User
April 3, 2025
We loved this property it was quiet location was nice view was all we needed , the snorkelling was spectacular as well beautiful coral and fish , grocery store down the road fabulous !!
Guest User
January 25, 2025
Our holiday
Absolutely fabulous - we couldn’t have enjoyed our stay more. Perfect location right on the beach.
Guest User
November 3, 2024
Simple yet awesome
We stayed here for seven nights and had a great time - you will need scooters/car/bike to get around - even though there is an hourly but this will give you a bit more freedom... we watched whales breaching from the deck and nearly noone on the beach - it is very much the quiet part of town which is what we wanted to we just loved it. Wigmores supermarket up the road and a pizza shop right out the front! It was just easy and a great intro to Rarotonga for us :)
Guest User
June 25, 2024
relaxing holiday
loved the location listening to the waves and waking up looking at the water. the water was lovely warm, fish life abundant just off shore. we saw moray eels and just up the road near one of the resorts some turtles. Everything was easy - the people lovely the scenery beautiful. Sometimes the wind was blustery but we would just go to the opposite side which takes no time at all due to the size of the Island. Bed was comfy - great supermarket up the road - had a great selection - great for me as it had quite a few gluten free options.
Guest User
July 10, 2024
Tropical chill
Location excellent, great restaurant next door, cafe and supermarket 5 minute walk away. Freestanding unit ON THE BEACH, which was good for swimming at all times and snorkling was great.
Guest User
May 7, 2024
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.
Guest User
February 15, 2024
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!
Guest User
December 14, 2023
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.
Services & Amenities
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BBQ
Smoking area
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Kayaking
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Snorkeling
Off-site
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Beach towels
Cleaning services
Clothes dryer
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: after 14:00
Check-out: Before 10:00
Child policies
Children are not permitted to stay at this property
Cribs and Extra Beds
Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.
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About this property
* Reduced Rates - 01 Dec 2025 - 31 March 2026 Book Now To Secure (selected dates)
* Book Your 2026 Stay Now - A Very Popular Property Hanging 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 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 80+ five star 100% positive reviews (we are 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 & SarahAbout pets:No pets allowed.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Adults only.Over 10yrs.About customRules: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..About checkIn:Check in after 2:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking allowed: in designated areas.Outside only.About events:No events allowed.
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About This Property
| Nearest Airport | Rarotonga International Airport |
|---|---|
| Distance to Airport | 11.07KM |
| Hotel Star Rating | 4 |



