10/10 Excellent
Jane P.
8 January 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded Expectations
Jane P.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020
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Winner of Multiple Awards Makayla Palms - Villa Tia
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Titikaveka, Rarotonga
- Place, Takitumu Conservation Area15 min walk
- Place, Tikioki Beach2 min drive
- Place, Matutu Brewing Company2 min drive
- Airport, Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.)21 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Studio bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Winner of Multiple Awards Makayla Palms - Villa Tia
Multi Award Winner Rarotonga
Self Catering Villas Makayla Palms
Multi Award winning Rarotongan accommodation at its best! Excellence on TripAdvisor. A modern, boutique, self catering villa set in lush tropical gardens with private access to stunning beach Titikaveka lagoon and beach. Relax on the uncrowded beach with complimentary kayaks and snorkeling equipment or explore the many and varied activities on the island.
Villa Tia has everything you need for your tropical holiday. It has a
kitchen with a gas hob and microwave, spacious lounge with flat screen TV, DVD player and complimentary Wifi. A cupboard contains all linen changes and beach towels, books games and DVDs. The bed is a King sized that can also be split into two single beds.
Guests enjoy the BBQ, dining table and loungers on their deck and the open air shower.
Normal Check in time 2pm, check out 10 am. Early check in and late check out may be available on request and an additional charge may apply.
Within walking distance is a village shop, a fruit stall, a church and restaurants. Three kms away in Muri are many more cafes and restaurants.
Lovely friendly staff who are happy to help. Bookings can be made for you at the office.
Parking is available on the property.
Buses run regularly and may be hailed at the gate.
Exclusive airport transfers are available for booking.
Ideal for couples, honeymooners, friends
Use of all facilities and lagoon equipment is complimentary
Smoking is allowed outside
Please note we have a 3 night minimum booking unless there is a gap when we can take a shorter booking time
No specials for a one night stay
We welcome children over the age of 11 years and all children are welcome when all three villas are booked as a group.
Linen is included.
Self Catering Villas Makayla Palms
Multi Award winning Rarotongan accommodation at its best! Excellence on TripAdvisor. A modern, boutique, self catering villa set in lush tropical gardens with private access to stunning beach Titikaveka lagoon and beach. Relax on the uncrowded beach with complimentary kayaks and snorkeling equipment or explore the many and varied activities on the island.
Villa Tia has everything you need for your tropical holiday. It has a
kitchen with a gas hob and microwave, spacious lounge with flat screen TV, DVD player and complimentary Wifi. A cupboard contains all linen changes and beach towels, books games and DVDs. The bed is a King sized that can also be split into two single beds.
Guests enjoy the BBQ, dining table and loungers on their deck and the open air shower.
Normal Check in time 2pm, check out 10 am. Early check in and late check out may be available on request and an additional charge may apply.
Within walking distance is a village shop, a fruit stall, a church and restaurants. Three kms away in Muri are many more cafes and restaurants.
Lovely friendly staff who are happy to help. Bookings can be made for you at the office.
Parking is available on the property.
Buses run regularly and may be hailed at the gate.
Exclusive airport transfers are available for booking.
Ideal for couples, honeymooners, friends
Use of all facilities and lagoon equipment is complimentary
Smoking is allowed outside
Please note we have a 3 night minimum booking unless there is a gap when we can take a shorter booking time
No specials for a one night stay
We welcome children over the age of 11 years and all children are welcome when all three villas are booked as a group.
Linen is included.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Rarotonga
Located by the sea, this villa is in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga. Muri Night Markets and Beachcomber Pearl Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area. Maire Nui Botanical Gardens and Tikioki Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Titikaveka, Rarotonga
What's nearby
- Takitumu Conservation Area - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
- Tikioki Beach - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
- Matutu Brewing Company - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- Turoa Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
- Muri Beach - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Tamarind House - 15 min drive
- Palace Takeaway - 18 min drive
- Vili's Burger Joint - 8 min drive
- Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - 16 min drive
- Superbrown Take Away - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne L.
18 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adrienne and Ross
Adrienne L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katherine E.
7 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Setting
Katherine E.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia d.
26 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Recommended Place to Stay
Cynthia d.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2022
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
8/10 Good
Chris P.
7 August 2018
Everything was wonderful .
Chris P.
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca F.
26 June 2018
The property is immaculate and the rooms were so clean and well kept.
Rebecca F.
About the host
Hosted by Makayla Palms
We both grew up in NZ and went to school there.As it happened we both became school teachers, had our OE and returned home where we met and married
We taught for many years and gave up teaching in NZ to build Makayla Palms. We built and landscaped from the ground up and it was all a labour of love.
We taught for many years and gave up teaching in NZ to build Makayla Palms. We built and landscaped from the ground up and it was all a labour of love.
Why they chose this property
The land was given to John as he is part Cook Islander and for him it was coming back to half of his roots having been brought up in NZ. It gave both of us the opportunity to immerse ourselves with the people and their culture and for John there was a sense of "coming home"
We gave up teaching in NZ to build Makayla Palms. We built and landscaped from the ground up and it was all a labour of love.
It has been an interesting journey and we have learned so much.
We love that we have a local couple who doing our housekeeping and gardening and have taken ownership with us on the journey.
The icing on the cake are all the wonderful guests that come to stay and hearing their stories and seeing the pleasure that they get from being on such a wonderful piece of paradise and engaging with locals
We gave up teaching in NZ to build Makayla Palms. We built and landscaped from the ground up and it was all a labour of love.
It has been an interesting journey and we have learned so much.
We love that we have a local couple who doing our housekeeping and gardening and have taken ownership with us on the journey.
The icing on the cake are all the wonderful guests that come to stay and hearing their stories and seeing the pleasure that they get from being on such a wonderful piece of paradise and engaging with locals
What makes this property unique
Fantastic staff. Nothing is too much trouble. Helpful without intrusion.
The location being a short stroll along a private access to the beautiful Titikaveka lagoon and beach reputedly the best on the island
Beautifully landscaped grounds with herbs and chillis to pick when you are having a BBQ on your deck
The location being a short stroll along a private access to the beautiful Titikaveka lagoon and beach reputedly the best on the island
Beautifully landscaped grounds with herbs and chillis to pick when you are having a BBQ on your deck
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