Turou Retreat is a wonderful family home in Titikaveka with a 5 min walk to the Tikioki Beach which is one of the best snorkelling beaches on the Island across the road from Chantals Concierge. The house is within walking distance to Muri Beach and there you have top restaurants, bars, car/bike rental facilities, food markets, convenience stores, along with Kayak hire and lagoon cruises departing daily. This very spacious 3 bedroom home has a large main bathroom and the master bedroom with its own ensuite and walk in wardrobe. All bedrooms now have air conditioning to make your stay more comfortable. Turou Retreat is open plan living with a large kitchen, and large dining and lounge area. A huge deck spreads across the width of the house where you can enjoy BBQs or just relax and chill with a refreshing drink or two. The house is fully insect screened and benefits from the cooler climate being off from the beach. The house comes with Air Conditioning Units in each room, large fans in the open living areas, TV, DVD, Stereo, Bluetooth Ipod docking unit, washing machine, 2 fridge/freezer, cook top, microwave and BBQ, toaster, electric jug, So relax on the deck and enjoy the surrounding peacefulness with the beautiful sound of the roar of the sea in the distance, or spend the day at the beach, travel around Rarotonga to view the many sights and check out things to do on the island. Special conditions: Smoking Permitted outside only.
We ask that if anything is broken or damaged during your stay you will be liable to pay the full cost to either repair, replace, or pay.
All windows and doors are screened. Extra Linen and Towels are provided Tea and coffee provided Laundry powder provided
Extras: There is a Cleaning Fee ( NZD $150 per stay);
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Do not strip the beds. Leave wet towels hanging up
Leave the house and kitchen tidy
Return the key to the Lock Box
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Smoking permitted outside the house only
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Property # 20025089
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
About the area
Rarotonga
Located in Takitumu District, a neighbourhood in Rarotonga, this holiday home is in the mountains and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Muri Beach and Takitumu Conservation Area, while Te Vara Nui Village and Cook Islands National Museum are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
Is TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH?
As of 14 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH on 6 Jan 2027 start from AU$206, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is TUROU RETREAT Rarotonga sleeps 10 near MURI BEACH located?
This family-friendly Rarotonga holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Tikioki Beach and Muri Beach. Tikioki Marine Sanctuary and Maire Nui Botanical Gardens are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great location big lounge and dining and outdoor deck area very keen to stay here again
Krystal-Rose B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Turou Retreat. We truly appreciate the 5-star rating and hope to welcome you back in the future.
Kia Manuia
Our stay in Rarotonga was nothing short of paradise. The island itself is simply stunning — crystal-clear water, lush greenery, and that relaxed island atmosphere that makes you unwind the moment you arrive.The house is absolutely lovely — spacious, cool, and perfectly set up for a family stay. It truly feels like a home away from home. This is actually the second time we’ve stayed here, and we’re already thinking about when we can come back again!Thank you, Linda, for sharing your slice of heaven with us. Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed the stay and we are so grateful to you and your family for allowing us the use of your beautiful home. We can’t wait to return.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Turou Retreat. Nice big house with all amenities and in a great location. Close to the shops, beach and night market. We would definitely stay there again. The host was fantastic and went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of.I highly recommend this place you won't be disappointed.
Te Rapa B.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct 2025
We’re so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the house, and we truly appreciate your 5-star rating.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Turou Retreat again soon.
Kia Manuia,
Linda
We had a fantastic time. Everything was as it showed. It’s a perfect venue for a large family stay. If I had 1 complaint it would be the hot water supply. But we managed and as it was very warm it didnt really matter
Sue T.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Oct 2025
Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay at Turou Retreat.
Apologies for the issue with the hot water — it’s possible the booster was working hard to keep up with the high usage from multiple guests.
I truly appreciate your 5-star rating and look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
Kia Manuia,
Fantastic place to stay at. We'll equipped, plenty of room for all the kids and just down the from a great beach. Our host Matthew was great and very knowledgeable. Will definitely be back!
Jax O.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2022
Thank you for a wonderful review So pleased you and the kids had a fabulous stay and time at Turou Retreat. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
This was an amazing property and perfect for what we qere looking for. Lots of room to spread out and close enough distance to walk to Muri. We did have a car which made exploring the island easy, especially if it rained. There was everything you needed for your stay. Thanks for letting us stay and being so helpful.
Mandy M.
Stayed 11 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen
24 Mar 2025
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Outstanding. Very well appointed, comfortable, clean and spacious. Highly recommended,
Turou Retreat was everything I hoped it would be. It is a lovely, clean, spacious and well equipped family home. The large deck lends itself to relaxing, eating your brekkie, enjoying a G&T or whatever takes your fancy. We had a birthday BBQ lunch and everyone agreed it was the ideal setting.Thank you so much Linda to you and your family for making your home available and welcoming.We loved our stay. I did not want to leave!!Best wishesGlenys
Glenys W.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2025
Thank you Glenys, for the wonderful rating. So pleased you and the family had a wonderful stay/birthday bash at the house and hope to see you again in the near future. Kia Manuia
Fabulous spacious property enough room for a family and more. A few minutes wLk from the beqch and the property has everything you need, highly recommend for family's or groups. Thank you Linda it has been memorable.
Tania H.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2024
Thank you for the wonderful review. I’m so pleased you and your family enjoyed staying at Turou Retreat and made special memories to always treasure. Hope to see you again soon. Kia Manuia Linda
Great house that met our needs and expectations! Good size rooms and spacious open living area. large covered deck for outdoor dining! Very close to the beach, shops and my brothers wedding venue. Only hickup was my bad for deleting check in details, but the neighbor was very helpful. Highly recommend!!!
Our family (3 generations) enjoyed staying at Turou retreat. The house provided the space we needed and gave us the option to cook our own meals. The location is great. Everything is close by on Rarotonga. We loved going to ice cream and had some amazing meals at local restaurants. Thank you Linda and family for letting us stay in your house!
Kirsten E.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Apr 2024
Kia Orana Kristen
So pleased your family enjoyed staying at Turou Retreat and thank you for your kind review. You were a pleasure to host and would welcome you and your family back anytime.
Kia Manuia
Turou Retreat is a great place to stay, we loved the personal touches of the books about the family & there journey of buliding Torou ❤ there was everything you needed there for a great holiday, close walking distance to a snolking beach and not far from Muri, we hired a van which was great, it was only a couple of hundred more than paying for transfers for 8 of us. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to all families. Thankyou 😊
Michelle F.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2023
Thank you for your great review. So pleased you had a wonderful time and Turou Retreat looks forward to accommodating you again for your next Raro holiday. Kia Manuia
Thanks for sharing your wonderful family home with us.
We immediately felt a sense of home and family connection which made us that more relaxed.
Great facilities and everything we needed to cover our requirements.
We will be back.
The Host emailed clear directions to get to the property. On arrival, we couldnt fault the cleanliness or believe how spacious it was. Just perfect for my large tribe.The beach and nearby shops were easy to walk to 10-15 mins.We were lucky enough to have brilliant days so beach and swimming everyday.Kitchen facilities and outdoor BBQ was awesome as we shopped for a small grocery items such as breakfast and a few dinners. Was lovely to read about the families beginnings and how Turou Retreat came to be.Also had a variety of brochures about all the different activities in and around Rarotonga which was superb.Thank you so much for this glorious opportunity to experience Rarotonga for all of us.Meitaki Maata. God bless We already trying to plan our next trip home
Jane N.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2025
We’re so thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at the house, and we truly appreciate your 5-star rating.
We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back to Turou Retreat again soon.
Kia Manuia,
Linda
We super enjoyed the stay at Turou. I think the online pictures don't do it justice. This place is much bigger and nicer than we expected. Its tidy and nicely laid out. The air conditioned bedrooms make it very comfortable. Thanks Linda and family for letting us stay here. Massive memories.
We stayed for a month and had an enjoyable relaxing time mainly dining on the deck or lounging on the lawn. The house was ideal for our needs with our party size growing to 9 for a few days. Kitchen well equipped along with two fridges ideal for our needs. Definitely worked for an our family. Thank you
What a fantastic find! 5 minutes walk to the beach, and a cafe but not much further for more options. Set back off the beach so was a bit cooler and protected from the strong winds we had. Spacious, family friendly and so well equipped with everything we could need to be self sufficient. We loved being able to pick fresh passion fruit from the balcony and guava from the lane. Can’t wait to come back (but maybe with the kids this time as plenty of room).
Kylie P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2022
Thank you for your wonderful review and yes do come back with the kids, the house loves big families lol…plenty of room for all. Kia Manuia
Lovely spacious house for our family of two couples and two singles. We stayed a week and loved it. Everything worked well. It was great having the extras of a house like books to read, games to play, blankets to snuggle with on the couch, spaces to dry swimwear, and large tables to feast on.
For those who like to cook not having an oven was annoying, however the kitchen is equipped with blender, yogurt maker, and electric frypan etc. Oh and I can’t forget to mention the amazing passionfruit!! Plus the the teens cooking night turned into a hilarious full scale drama as a rogue mouse had made a nest in the outside BBQ.
Linda was so helpful with house info, tips on what to do and where to go. We would love to come back to stay next time we visit !!
Rachel R.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 15 July 2022
Kia Orana Rachel so pleased you all enjoyed your stay at Turou Retreat and looks like Missy (the Cat) hasn’t been doing her job lol… Again thank you for your great review and hope to accommodate you and your family again in the near future. Kia Manuia
Turou Retreat - a vacay_must stay perfect for families of all sizes
Definitely lives up to its name! It’s not only spacious, family friendly (and definitely ideal for large families and groups - just like mine), it has all the amenities needed to be self-sufficient (regardless of not having an oven). It’s in a great location accessible to all the bells and whistles of Rarotonga (and only a few minutes walk away from a beautiful snorkelling beach, Muri market just around the corner, and more) - it’s a home away from home! And, although the fruits weren’t quite ready for picking (because of the time we decided to travel) we can only imagine that this would have been the icing on the cake. Linda makes you feel so welcomed (before you even arrive on the island). The books that this family provide for guests to read - are superb - where you feel even more connected because you understand the journey this family has undergone to build this home. A definite “yes please, let’s stay here again” from our family.
TAMMY D.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2022
So pleased you and your family enjoyed your stay at Turou Retreat and a warm thank you for your kind words. We look forward to seeing you back in Rarotonga very soon.
Verified
2/10 Terrible
Samantha S.
23 May 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Beautiful house , shame it’s full of black mold, you have to refil gas bottles and water tank
The house its self is lovely. However the smell of mold is terrible. When we actually went searching for the smell there is black mold on every single mattress in the house. And on the couch too. There was algae in the main water bottle that is for drinking water.
If you run out of water you have to pay for a truck to have it refilled, if you run out of gas your expected to pay for it too. We payed over $4k to stay here and sleep on moldy mattresses. This property should be pulled off stayz. Owners did not care just thanked me for my honesty
Save your money and stay in a 5star resort
Samantha S.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 May 2024
I find this review very harsh as there are clear instructions for our guests in my arrival email, and at the house in our compendium and welcome notice. The instructions state that if there are any issues during their stay that they need to contact our On-Site Property Manager. To notify us till after their 2 week stay was over, then asking for a partial refund is not a fair practice. It is also insulting to say we did not care, I needed time to follow up with our On-site Property Manager to access the problem. The first complaint to me was about 2 of the mattresses and now it is all of them (after their departure) which was not the case. I assure you that if we had been contacted at the first sign of any problem during their stay, any issue would have been rectified immediately, as we pride ourselves on our guests comfort, as our previous reviews show.
About the host
Hosted by Linda Nightingale
Although our family live in New Zealand, this home keeps us closely tied to Rarotonga and to one another. For many years, our mother has lived with my husband and me in NZ, and we are blessed to take her back to Raro at least three times a year. Each visit allows her to reconnect with family, enjoy the beauty of the island, and see the changes and growth of the home she loves so dearly.
Today, I have the privilege of managing Turou Retreat on behalf of our family. I do my very best to ensure every guest experiences it as we do — not just as a holiday house, but as a true home away from home. A place to relax, unwind, and feel comfortable.
We hope that during your stay, you feel the warmth, love, and heritage that make Turou Retreat so special to us.
Why they chose this property
Turou Retreat is situated off the main road where is much quieter from the roar of the sea, traffic and barking dogs. In Nov 2019 we installed air conditioning units in the bedrooms for your comfort at night or day. The house is surrounded by very friendly locals and there is that feeling of being part of the Island life.... chickens , rooster, cats, banana trees, Paw paw trees, guava and passionfruit and did I mention 'roosters' ( you'll know what I mean lol.)
What makes this property unique
2 Km to Muri Beach that has great restaurants, Lagoon Cruises, Diving operators, Swimming with the Turtles, in fact all water sports, Bars, convenience/ liquor stores, Buggy rides etc etc Whatever your heart desires while on holiday Rarotonga can certainly accommodate.
Languages:
English
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