Title: Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI ! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI ! Apartment with kitchen, near Aroa Beach ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47088900/47088805/0deb0927.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47088900/47088805/bee81f3e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47088900/47088805/ca3e0573.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47088900/47088805/04fb9a77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47088900/47088805/28fa79f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the quieter 'south side' of the island, Vaima Studio offers a tranquil retreat just 10-12 steps from Vaimaanga Beach. Relax on your private deck and leave the world behind with air conditioning, unlimited WIFI, and modern amenities like a full kitchen and BBQ area. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 1 bathroomSleeps 2646 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI ! \* Reduced Rates 01 Dec 2025 - 31 March 2026. Book Now To Secure (selected dates) Vaima Studio - recently built modern Studio 12 steps from the deck on to Vaimaanga Beach, a very quiet unspoilt area and a truly stunning lagoon!. With Kayaks, Snorkel Gear to explore the lagoon - this 2km strip of beach on the quieter 'south side' is becoming famous due to the Turtle Tours further along the beach. There are swimming 'holes' right in front of the beach area and the lagoon is pristine and full of marine life incl the occasional turtle passing by. We have created a relaxed child free environment where you can sit on your deck and leave the world behind! Air Conditioning and Free Unlimited WIFI are included. \*Great Value for your $ and away from the crowds and resorts this modern Studio is ideal for 2 guests and just steps from the amazing beach and crystal clear lagoon that boasts some of the best Sunsets and Snorkeling on the island! Vaimaanga is becoming THE GO TO spot as beach is golden and the lagoon is deep with loads of marine life- all there for you to enjoy! The Studio has everything you need to complement your Raro holiday. Book now to secure your Studio in paradise ! Modern with air con and full kitchen with fridge freezer, microwave, gas cook top, BBQ area outside with couch, barstools and table. Wet floor shower and comfy super king bed! Easy 2 minute walk to Wigmores Super Store for all your grocery and food requirements. Takeaways available next door to Wigmores. There is a cafe across the road from Wigmore's for coffee and just at the end of your driveway is a DVD store and access to the Cross Island Walk is a few kilometres walk from the Studio. A short stroll from the Vaka is the famous Vaima Restaurant for beach front 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) as well as the start of the Cross Island Walk (Needle). 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. Upon booking we send our jam packed Guide Book full of places to see, places to eat and activities to do so you hit the ground running on arrival! 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 ! Look Forward To Seeing You Soon. Kia Manuia. Adam & Sarah ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the apartment: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Designated smoking areas - Note from host: outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Phone ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Kayak - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Swimming nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Property does not allow children - Unit size: 646 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34490000/34488000/34487992/13f405d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MM Studio 2 - Across the road from a stunning beach Takitumu District - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=34487992&PinnedHotelID=34487992&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48940000/48931300/48931220/37d0ff82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vaka Beach Retreat- modern air conditioned apartment & steps to Vaimaanga Beach! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-21.26385%2C-159.79333&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5JbhO72QNi1uX83Qklioj6-4AGI=) Vaimaanga Tapere #### 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 - ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬5 min drive - ‪Charlie's - ‬7 min drive - ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive - ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬15 min drive - ‪Ka Kite Cafe - ‬14 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI ! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI !? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI !? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Vaima Studio -steps from the best beach + value for money, air con, free WIFI ! located? > Located in Takitumu District, this apartment building is within 2 mi (3 km) of Wigmore's Waterfall, Aroa Beach, and Takitumu Conservation Area. Sir Geoffrey Henry National Culture Centre and Puaikura Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question