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Set 7 km from Albertos, JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach offers accommodation with a patio, as well as free bikes and a garden. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The holiday home also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The holiday home provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and garden views is offered in every unit. At the holiday home, the units include bed linen and towels. Buffet and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and pancakes are available every morning. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Rarotonga, like hiking. JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach has a picnic area and a barbecue. Rarotonga International Airport is 10 km from the property, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
10.0
Facilities
9.5
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.5
Value for money
9.9
Location
9.6
Free WiFi
8.3
High score for Rarotonga

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Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Joseph Riggot

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Joseph Riggot
Welcome to JO's Farmstay, your island home away from home. Our 3 family friendly cottages are perfect for a relaxing & quiet holiday just far enough from the busy touristic places. The 2 BR Family cottage has 2 adjoined Bedrooms, perfect for children. The island is only 32km round, nothing is really far away. All cottages have fully screened windows to keep the bugs out, generously sized outdoor sitting areas incl BBQ & provide all you need for your holiday. Families with small children love our place because of its safe environment and the entertainment offered by goats and chicken. Couples love the place for its privacy, peace and quietness. The next bus stop is just 300m away on the main road, next to the Supermarket "KAPS". We provide a delicious full daily breakfast, serving local fruits, home baked bread and fresh eggs from our own chicken. We can cater for special dietary requirements. We even have a small dinner menu if you don't feel like cooking or going out. Bicycles are available, a bit rusty, but working. We are happy to assist with bookings, advice and even transport when needed. Airport transfer can be arranged on request.
I am Joey. I was born and grew up on Rarotonga, so I can tell you a lot about my island, what to do, where to go and where to find the "hidden gems" of the island. I love my island and enjoy telling its stories to our guests. I learned how to farm from my dad when I was a kid. I, my wife, and my Mama are looking forward to meeting you.
Matavera is a rural village, traditionally occupied by farming families. There are not so many tourist accommodations here, so you will feel a little bit like a local when you are here. It's a very safe place, and mostly quiet, apart from the "song of the roosters" and the occasional tractor. The ocean is only 300m away, so will sleep with the sound of the waves crashing on the reef. The coral reef that surrounds our island comes very close to the shore in Matavera, so the beach is quite rocky and very good to explore some of the creatures of the sea. The next swimming beach, our famous Muri Beach, is only 2km away. You can actually walk there, using the back road, or use the bicycles or the hourly local bus. We recommend renting a scooter or car to be more flexible in exploring our beautiful island.
Languages spoken: German,English

Property surroundings

Facilities of JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach
Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Breakfast

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Accessible parking

Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.

Kitchen

  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Living Area

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Seating Area

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Mosquito net
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Food & Drink

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Activities

  • Beach
  • Mini golf
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Fishing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge

Services & Extras

  • Wake-up service

Outdoor & View

  • Landmark view
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View

Building characteristics

  • Detached

Transport

  • Bicycle rental
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Karaoke
  • Children's playground
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning services

  • Laundry

Miscellaneous

  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety deposit box

Languages spoken

  • German
  • English

House rules
JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 11:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 21:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
NZD 15 per person, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Cash only
This property only accepts cash payments.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform JO's Farmstay-charming holiday farm close to famous Muri Beach in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.