Reviews

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10/10!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
October 24, 2023

We stayed in the Beach House for a week and had the most amazing time! This trip was actually my second stay at Vaiakura Holiday homes and I’m sure there’ll be a third stay.

The hosts, Raewyn and Rhett, were lovely and very easy to talk to in person and communicate with through email. They made booking and staying as easy as possible.

The Beach House was perfect for our party of 7 and was even able to accomodate our toddler with his own portacot and high chair. Everyone had ample space and one of the bathrooms has had a nice makeover since our last stay.

We were able to use majority of the provided facilities like the kayaks, snorkelling gear and aqua shoes, but didn’t get a chance to use the BBQ this time around, but it was there if we wanted to.

There was a parking spot for our rental car and bike parking for the scooters.

Overall, we had a wonderful time, the accomodation was reasonably priced and we’ll be back.

Meitaki maata Raewyn and Rhett!

Brianette Manuel

What a Paradise!

Rated 5.0 out of 5
June 30, 2023

What a paradise! Thanks Raewyn and Rhett for an absolutely amazing stay at your fantastic Home right on the beach. 6 of us stayed in the Beach front house.

So well equipped with everything you need.

Raewyn and Rhett are so lovely and helpful which made us feel at home as soon as we arrived.

Was an extra bonus having 3 dogs and 4 cats that loved making our stay even more special.

Fab walks along the beach with dogs Yuppy even liked riding on the canoe with you.

Beautiful sunsets and breathtaking views . Saw whales out front! Shop across the road, Beluga Cafe in close walking distance as well as the shipwreck for great meals , cocktails and friendly vibe.

Can’t wait to come back. Many thanks , highly recommend.

Thanks so much for Raewyn, Rhett & your Furry friends.

Megan Gallagher Family Friends

Perfect Beach Holiday Spot

Rated 5.0 out of 5
June 13, 2023

Perfect beach holiday spot. Right on the beach. Great amenities (kayaks, snorkel gear, kids beach toys, well equipped kitchen etc). Super clean. Extremely friendly and helpful host. Thanks Raewyn – we loved staying at your place.

Kay & Joe

Absolutely Beautiful

Rated 5.0 out of 5
December 5, 2022

Absolutely beautiful is all I can say, we had the best family holiday here, Raewyn is an amazing host, the dogs yuppy and Galahad we love to bits, they were just like our family dogs while we stayed. House was super clean, beach was beautiful. can’t wait to come back for our next trip!

Vicki and leigh roycroft

Superb

Rated 5.0 out of 5
September 14, 2022

Stayed for 6 nights July 2022.

Amazing facilities, amazing views, amazing host and her son, 3 beautiful resident dogs, well disciplined.

Everything you need is supplied, great outdoor area with plenty of outdoor lounges, kayaking, one of the resident dogs enjoys to sit with you on the kayak.

Great price.

Will visit again.

Rachael

So Friendly, Helpful & Accommodating

Rated 5.0 out of 5
August 15, 2022

We had an amazing nine days staying at Vaiakura in May this year. A huge thank you to Raewyn, our host for being so friendly, helpful and accommodating. It was a great fit for our family group of 12 and the two beachfront units had everything we needed and plenty of space for us all. We made good use of the kayaks and there was even buckets and spades for the kids to use on the beach. It’s the perfect peaceful spot for a relaxing holiday with the beach right on your doorstep (literally) and a few great coffee and food options within walking distance. We hope to be back one day!

Jo and The Berrys

Place was Amazing

Rated 5.0 out of 5
July 14, 2022

We stay with Raewyn (the host) at Vaiakura Holiday Homes for 23 days. We found this place to be amazing. Everything in our unit was very clean. It had everything you needed for a great holiday. Best BBQ we used it every day. Everything you need for kayaking, shoes snorkeling gear & deck chairs for lazing in the sun on the beach.

Raewyn has set Vaiakura Holiday Homes up for a memorable holiday experience. We adopted a dog and called it Princes that stayed there. Give her a cuddle if you are there .

Thanks Raewyn for our time with you. We will be back.

Warren Janene

Absolutely fabulous

Rated 5.0 out of 5
June 14, 2022

Raewyn was a delightful and helpful hostess who made our stay so enjoyable. The accommodation was fantastic and we soon found ourselves relaxing in island time. No frills but a magical hideaway!

Phil and Leonie
Excellent
9.5
Based on 76 reviews
Angela
Angela
10
Exceptional
Aniwaniwa
Aniwaniwa
10
We had a lovely stay. Our host was attentive and welcoming. We loved it there. We will be back next time. Highly recomme ☺ The property was so nice. Big open outdoor space with the beach right at the back door. ☹ Nothing.
Ray
Ray
10
Better than a resort ☺ Raewyn the host was super helpful, the accommodation was in an excellent location with a store right across the road, it was really well set up with everything you could need. There are kayaks and snorkeling equipment you can use and the snorkeling on the beach in front of the house is world class, we even saw giant sea turtles There are three resident dogs that will adopt you upon arrival, they are very child friendly and made the place really feel like home. We won't be staying in the resorts anymore, this will be our go to.
Sam
Sam
10
Exceptional ☺ Awesome location, right next to the beach and close to town. Plenty of room for me and my family of 8. We loved our holiday there and will book there again when we come back.
Ron
Ron
9.0
Wonderful
Kendra
Kendra
10
THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF RAROTONGA STARTS WITH GOOD ACCOMODATION. ☺ KID FRIENDLY. Location. Cleanliness. Facilities. Use of Free Kayaks, Snorkels, Buckets&Shovels, Washing Machine. Exceeded my expectations x100. I would definately stay here again when in Raro. ☹ That it rained our first day and we still got sunburnt. HAHAHAHA.
Michael
Michael
10
The best place to stay on the island ☺ We loved not liked everything about vaiakura holiday homes raewyn went over and beyond helping us she's such a angel,what a great host ,we will be back for sure..it was super clean and had everything we needed in our room ,and had all the things to use use in the water great place ,the hammack was a big bonus spent alot of time in that watching the sun go down,thankyou raewyn you made our stay so so comfortable and enjoyable....you are a legend... ☹ Nothing it was all great ..
Christina
Christina
10
Exceptional ☺ It is in a great location (right at the beach) and the kitchen is well-equipped. The host is friendly and helpful and went out of her way to help solve problems. Free kayaks are handy. Highly recommended and will stay again!
Annie
Annie
10
Raewyn was a lovely host. We are also going to miss our dog Yappi
Kristy
Kristy
10
Thank you for the wonderful stay and memories. ☺ Our stay at Vaiakura couldn’t have been better. Stayed with partner and two kids (17 & 14). The unit had everything we needed and was comfortable. And what a setting! Set right on the sand, it was a daily delight to sit on the deck and enjoy the picture postcard view. Raewyn and her son Rhett were fantastic hosts. Very welcoming and accommodating. We loved the free access to kayaks and snorkelling gear and thoroughly enjoyed the company of their three dogs and the two cats. They have created a small swimming spot out front of their property and can snorkel out the front - even better snorkelling just 150m up the beach.
Excellent
Based on 19 reviews
Passenger61253998126
Passenger61253998126
Fantastic. Right on the beach , The studio had everything we needed and more .home from home. The host Rheet was very friendly and helpful. we would definitely stay again and next time bring the whole family. great value for money.
Susannah L
Susannah L
Family beach house Our family of 6, two parents, two teens and two grandparents had a wonderful 8 day stay here. Perfect setting right on the beach, wonderfully equipped house, lots of space, comfortable and great hosts onsite. The trio of dogs and cats just made it all the more homily and welcoming for us. We enjoyed everything and would happily stay again.
Nick J
Nick J
Beach frontage!!!! Beach frontage....you can't get better than this. We rented the beach house and beach unit for the extended family (12 of us). The two places were right on the beach front, well equipped and had plenty of shade on the decks with big tables that the whole family could sit around. Raewyn was away and her son Rhett, stepped up and was the host with the most. Great coconut husking display and just a genuine top guy! Their 3 dogs were fun and gentle but also great security dogs. We loved the place. Thanks for your hospitality
Vincev
Vincev
Simply fabulous A perfect spot for friends or groups to share with great separate houses to accomodate families or groups. Lovey accommodation and right on the beach with good kayaks available. Snorkeling ok at high tide. Nice little beach bar 5 minutes walk away and a shop across the road for essentials. We loved having the dogs Yuppie, Galahad and the overstayer share the holiday. yuppie loved a kayak and all were friendly and very gentle dogs to have around. host Raewyn along with Rhett were so helpful and friendly. We could not have asked for more accommodating and friendly hosts. Would love to return soon.
Colin W
Colin W
2nd Time Back! Once again we (7 of us) stayed at Vaiakura Holiday Homes, and once again it was fantastic. Although some previous weather events have changed the beach/reef area slightly, it is still the best spot to holiday in Rarotonga. It is the ideal spot for a medium/large family to just chill out. Amenities are still very good and Raewyn and family are great hosts! You can do as much or as little as you want from this base, but I bet you don't leave too often as the view and surrounding areas are quite stunning. Shop just across the road, a couple of beach bars are a walk along the beach, and most of the island is easily driven/scootered/biked from here! Once again, Thank you Raewyn and family for making our stay so good!
janene k
janene k
Best Holiday at Vaiakura Holiday Homes We were welcomed by Raewyn (the host) and settled in our beach unit. Great views from our deck out into the lagoon. We stayed 23 days here and enjoyed every moment. Raewyn has all the gear for kayaking, snorkeling and deck chairs on the beach. We used the BBQ every day. Our walks along the beach every day was amazing. We had booked with Raewyn before the first Covid lockdown and kept in touch when the second one came along and we had to postpone once again. It was great to be able to stay at one place and be able to walk around even at night. The locals are very welcoming. I would recommend you come and stay here. Just do it. You will love everything about Vaiakura Holiday Homes, Raewyn and all the dogs that go with the place. Happy times.
Natalie K
Natalie K
Simply idyllic! Our stay at Vaiakura couldn’t have been better. The unit had everything we needed and was comfortable. And what a setting!! Set right on the sand, it was a daily delight to sit on the deck and enjoy the picture postcard view. Raewyn was a fantastic hostess with such an in-depth knowledge of where to go for everything on the island! She was so welcoming and accomodating, nothing was too much trouble. We loved the free access to kayaks and other water toys, and thoroughly enjoyed the company of Yuppy and Galahad the dogs. The snorkelling just out from the house was fantastic - even better when we walked out to the reef at low tide.
Wagaitwag
Wagaitwag
Fantastic The hostess with the most friendly attitude and attention. Raewyn provided us with all the ideas and hints that made our trip so wonderful. It all began in Dec 2020 but CrazyCovid put a stop to it and here we are May 2022 and it has been a delightful experience thanks to Raewyn.
Yvonne B
Yvonne B
Perfect family paradise We were a family group of 10 adults and rented the Beach House and Studio. It was fantastic. The location is right on the beach and there is a large verandah with a big table as well as comfortable chairs that you can lounge in. The place is very well maintained and meticulously clean. Raewyn is really friendly and helpful as well as relaxed. The beach is a bit shallow straight out from the house but there is a perfect swimming spot about 40 metres south. There are kayaks and loungers to use and also beach towels provided. Sunsets were magical and the best cafe on the island, Beluga, is in walking distance and good restaurants also nearby. There are two dogs called Yuppie and Galahad. I am not a big dog fan but these dogs were amazing - friendly without being all over you and never go inside - everyone enjoyed them. Hopefully we will get the chance to return one day. Thanks Raewyn.
Colin W
Colin W
Stunning Location and Hostess!! We have visited Rarotonga 6 times over the last 10 years and stayed at different locations each time. VAIAKURA is the only location that we all agreed we would come back to! Our beach unit was simply suberb; tons of space, every amenity you need, bbq for cooking each night, and if you find you are needing anything you just have to ask the wonderful Raewyn. The pictures you see on this site are a very true reflection of the homes available. You ARE right on the beach, the sunsets are stunning, the water is usually 23-25 degrees year round, a few bars/restaurants are in walking distance (either beach or road), a dairy for all your needs is across the road. The dogs are very good and well trained (they don't go into your accommodation unless YOU invite them in), The wonderful Raewyn and family live onsite so she is always accessible and a wealth of knowledge for those who have never visited Rarotonga before! To sum up this holiday home in one word is " Paradise"! This accommodation would be hard to beat anywhere on the island!