Title: Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73643700/73643617/877c2c1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73643700/73643617/ad4e123d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, desk, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73643700/73643617/1022d389.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73643700/73643617/74e4bb01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73650000/73643700/73643617/f6f063f4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched above a tropical postcard beach, Summeralt Raro offers an idyllic retreat. Enjoy the unparalleled views of the turquoise lagoon and Pacific Ocean from the enlarged bedroom's panoramic window. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroomSleeps 2581 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon Welcome to Summeralt Raro. Our house, perched above a tropical postcard beach offers stunning views of the turquoise lagoon and the blue ocean beyond. We used the Covid-19 hiatus for an extensive rebuild with hardwood floors and cabinets throughout, a huge panoramic window giving you unparalleled views of the lagoon, the pacific ocean and the milky way at night from the enlarged bedroom. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi (surcharge) ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Phone ### Location highlights - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Kayaking nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 581 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66850000/66847900/66847876/71dcf62c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Vaka Rua - right over the golden sand facing the lagoon with air con Free WIFI Takitumu District - Sea view - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=66847876&PinnedHotelID=66847876&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private beach, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34520000/34511500/34511421/b3be1a5d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Great Value steps from Muri Beach with Kayaks, Paddle Boards, Pool, Free WIFI ! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## 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-21.26545%2C-159.78297&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZwAu9DqwI0_MNd_IkcJDt12n09Y=) Takitumu District, Rarotonga #### What's nearby - Aroa Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Tikioki Marine Sanctuary - 7 min drive - 3.3 miles - Muri Lagoon - 7 min drive - 3.8 miles - Te Vara Nui Village - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles - Muri Beach - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles #### Getting around - Rarotonga (RAR-Rarotonga Intl.) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Shipwreck Hut - ‬7 min drive - ‪Charlie's - ‬5 min drive - ‪Tamarind House - ‬18 min drive - ‪Trader Jacks Bar & Grill - ‬17 min drive - ‪Rehab Nightclub, Rarotonga, Cook Islands - ‬17 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon located? > Nestled on the beach, this Takitumu District holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Takitumu Conservation Area, Aroa Beach and Tikioki Beach. Puaikura Beach and Wigmore's Waterfall are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Summersalt Raro - above the Lagoon Reviews 9.8 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 8 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christa K. 11 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing property and host! Highly recommend The property was beautiful and Marcus was extremely helpful and went above and beyond. Would highly recommend staying here. ##### Christa K. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Stephen P. 23 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect location for exploring Rarotonga A wonderful place to stay for our first trip to Rarotonga. Everything you could need is provided, easy check in & a very comfy bed. The views from the deck & beach are just breathtaking & we snorkelled straight from the beach. Great location from which to explore the whole island - would love to stay here again ##### Stephen P. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nancy S. 27 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spectacular view One bedroom home conveniently located near wonderful Wigmore's. Spectacular views right on the beach. Wonderful walking beach. Close to good snorkeling. Owner is very responsive and one of the few who provides some free Wi-Fi. ##### Nancy S. Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### PETER S., Sydney 19 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Just Perfect!! Perfect house for couples on the best beach in Rarotonga. Marcus was an excellent host, extremely helpful and a great communicator. Highly recommended! ##### PETER S. Stayed 8 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bronnie C. 17 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Summersalt/Ewa's Place couldn't have been more perfect for my partner and I. This was our first time in Rarotonga and we just loved it. Its was exactly as the photos and waking up to that view every morning was unbelievable! The house was clean and had everything we needed. Great communication before and during our stay and very helpful. Highly recommend and we will definitely stay there again. ##### Bronnie C. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Julie A. 16 Feb 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxing Rarotonga Very responsive host. Very relaxing location right in the beach. Snorkeled almost every day right out in front of property. The deck is covered and uncovered so you can sit there even if raining or bright sun. Lower beach area has picnic table in shade and under cover as well. No AC but a fan with windows was fine most of the time a few humid nights. Pleasant stay and location is good. ##### Julie A. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Paul D. 5 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Epic Location This place ticks boxes. Awesome views from the generous balcony and from all rooms in the house. Great carport on the lower level useful for drying clothes and towels. Laundry downstairs is perfect for an extended stay. Foot wash and beach shower essential in keeping the sand out of the upstairs . A lack of pillows provided was annoying. The absence of large beach towels, frustrating. Bed mattress needs replacing. Only 4 coat hangers seemed a bit mean. Take entertainment as none is provided (videos, games, cards, jigsaws) if the day is raining and windy. Overall the house and location is superb. That view from anywhere in the house will stay with me for the rest of my life. It is epic. A few issues with the management of the property need adjustment to lift it into 5 star rating. ##### Paul D. Stayed 10 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### adeva k. 3 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Exceptional Loved every bit of this place - stayed here for our final week of holiday and hired some e-bikes and just had the best time - from watching whales from the deck to cooking our own breakfasts and venturing out for lunches and dinners - was all great 👍 also has possibly the best swimming area in this section of the island just out the front - we will be staying here again when we come back - so highly recommend ##### adeva k. Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024