Vakanananu Retreat
Vakanananu Retreat
About this villa rental
Nestled in Fiji, this charming villa for $205 per night is a great option for your next trip. Vakanananu Retreat in Matei provides adults-only accommodation with free bikes and a garden. There is an in-house restaurant and free private parking.
Amenities
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Beachfront / Waterfront
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Fiji
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(24 Reviews)
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10.0
眺めが良く、我が家のようにくつろぐことができる開放的なブレ。ホストの思いやりとこだわりが詰まったサービス。離島ならではのスローな時間と熱帯雨林、静かな海に浸ることができます。
サステナブル配慮のため、ドライヤーはありません。また、シャワーの温度が時々変わります。それも、このリトリートの味わいです。
10.0
Property was fabulous! We stayed in the larger of two bungalows on the property. It was very spacious, comfortable and has everything we needed. Wonderful little touches everywhere
Loved everything!
10.0
the attention to the detail in every aspect. From interaction with the owners, welcom, equipment of the house etc.
Norhing
10.0
We loved absolutely everything: insanely beautiful view, very well designed 'tree-house-like' eco-friendly house, and most of all - the owner and the staff. Sharon and her staff went above and beyond to ensure we're comfortable and to make our stay as magical and hassle-free as possible.
The property is located in (very subjectively) better part of Taveuni, close to the airport (but you can't really hear the planes), near a really nice golden sand beach with large reef for snorkelling, and good access to all key attractions.
I also loved that the meal plan/dinners were not compulsory like in many other hotels in Fiji. It's so nice to eat outside and there's a lovely restaurant with a beach/sunset view 10min walk away down the hill.
We loved everything. But if there's one thing to improve, I'd say more fijian options for dinner (or just more options to choose from in general).
10.0
Amazing villa, amazing hospitality - our expectations were all surpassed. Sharon and her team did everything to make us feel welcome, supported us to book tours & experience the beauty of Taveuni. The villa & views are in reality even more cosy then the picture shows. The food was excellent and fresh, we particularly enjoyed the local Fiji menu.
10.0
Absolutely everything!
Absolutely nothing!
10.0
We had a fabulous holiday at Sharon and Grant’s bungalow. Lovely views and sunsets. Sharon is an excellent and innovative cook and her meals were one of the highlights of our stay. Don’t miss the Fijian dinner if it’s on!
Freshly caught fish and fruit and vegetables from the garden are key ingredients.
There are many enjoyable activities that Sharon helped us organise including fishing and birdwatching (both with expert local guides), diving (rainbow reef was beautiful) and a visit to Bobby’s Farm (run by a colourful local conservationist who gives a fascinating and entertaining tour of local plants, birds and foods). A good reef for snorkeling is a 10 minute walk down the hill off the beach. There are also local restaurants within walking distance. Sharon was quick to offer us lifts up and down the hill but we enjoyed the walk.
Sharon and Grant are very friendly and kind as are the people employed at the retreat and we’d love to come back for another visit.
nothing at all
10.0
We had a wonderful stay at Vakanananu. It is one of the most beautiful places we have ever stayed. Sharon and Grant are excellent hosts, very helpful and friendly. Sharon makes really nice breakfast, next to something savoury you will get local fruits that makes you spoiled for the rest of your life!! The kitchen has everything what you need, we really liked cooking our own dinner and eating at the veranda during the sunset.
Be aware that WiFi is very slow, so download everything you need beforehand, most of the time only WhatsApp was working.
10.0
Beautiful views all over, very peaceful place to be. The whole apartment is eco-friendly and sustainable. Sharon and Grant were the most helpful hosts for anything we needed. Special shout out to Peni who took the best care of us during our stay.
Unfortunately we didn’t get to interact with Moana the dog. ;) Seriously, if you don’t want to go to a place you never want to leave, don’t come here!
10.0
My stay at Sharon and Grant's was perfect from a to z. The villa is very well furnished, decorated, everything is clean and good quality, the view is beautiful. Sharon is an amazing cook, the breakfasts were incredible. They did everything to make my stay perfect, and organized my activities on Taveuni. Thank you also to Penny for his great care and massage :)!
Sote tale!
10.0
Everything was great :) especially the great food, the view and the lovely hosts :)
10.0
Stunning location with fabulous views over the island and ocean, beautiful accommodation with great facilities and a high attention to detail that made it a real pleasure to stay here. We were treated with an exceptional level of service for the duration of our stay that went far above and beyond our expectations. Sharon and Grant were incredibly welcoming, and their staff provided us with outstanding service, as well as helping us plan our activities and trips around the island. They even put on a Fijian night and kava ceremony just for us on our last night. The food was excellent, much of it home grown. We can honestly say if we didn't live 20 hours flight away we would be back every year!
Nothing! Couldn't fault it.
10.0
Had the most AMAZING stay at Vakanananu Retreat! Sharon & Grant were the most friendly, helpful and accomodating hosts we could have ever imagined! The house itself is beautiful and clean, with a lovely modern bathroom, well stocked kitchen and amazing views from the balcony. Such a great location as well with the beach and restaurants at the bottom of the street. We felt so spoilt staying here, Sharon & Grant went the extra mile and then some, from having homemade bread waiting for us, chai and homemade sweets almost every afternoon, to organising all our activities for us, giving us lifts and making packed lunches for big days and beautiful dinners on the balcony. All the staff were absolutely lovely! Big shoutout to Bubba who drove us around and took us out fishing, an absolute legend! I would definitely recommend staying here! And Taveuni is definitely worth the trip it is an amazing island!
Nothing!
10.0
Already the landing on Taveuni is spectacular, not to mention the friendly welcome, the beautiful house and the tropical garden. The view is simply unique. The hosts (Sharon and Grant) are very very friendly, they are very helpful with any request, be it rental cars, tips etc.... The delicious breakfast on the terrace is the perfect start to the day. Sharon is a wonderful cook and baker. She baked a delicious birthday cake for us. Housekeeping has always worked wonderfully after consulting with us. We would love to come back anytime and can recommend Vakanananu Retreat 100%.
10.0
Our favourite stay in Fiji! Thanks to the amazing staff who looked after us. The day trips and kava night were so much fun and we loved having dinner on the balcony. The view is incredible! Vinaka to Lucy, Penny, Bubba, Sharon and Grant for making sure we had a memorable trip. We hope to return one day!
10.0
Simply wonderful villa atop the hill, not far from Matei airport. Beautiful setting. Pristine and new construction with fantastic view. Lovely owner and friendly dog. Self catering made easy with many locally grown fresh fruits and veggies. Even the delicious breakfast was customized for my gluten free husband upon request. Highly recommended.
Not a thing!
10.0
Vakanananu Retreat was a perfect place to relax and unwind. Sharon, the host, was incredible, ensuring that everything went perfectly during our entire stay and is also an amazing baker! The communication before and during our stay was above and beyond any other experience we've had while travelling and very informative.
The guest house is amazing! The lovely housekeeping staff keep it incredibly clean, along with maintaining the beautiful grounds.
The breakfast that is included is the perfect way to start the day.
We loved every minute of our stay here and didn't want to leave. Would definitely recommend to anyone!
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Fiji?
The average price for a rental in Fiji is $98 per night. This rental is $107 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Vakanananu Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this villa. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Vakanananu Retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Vakanananu Retreat?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, smoking allowed, parking, and laundry.
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