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OVERWATER BUNGALOW N ° 3

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2110 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Vaitape, Leeward Islands
  • Le Meridien Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Le Bora Bora Resort Beach
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Mt. Otemanu
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Bora Bora (BOB-Motu Mute)
    ‪105 min drive‬

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About the area

Bora Bora

With a stay at this vacation home in Bora Bora, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Le Meridien Beach and Tā'ihi Point. .This vacation home is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Matira Beach and 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Terei’a Point.

What's nearby

  • Le Meridien Beach - 1 min drive - 0.0 km
  • Le Bora Bora Resort Beach - 1 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Vaitape Harbor - 7 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Mt. Otemanu - 12 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Matira Beach - 26 min drive - 15.8 km

Getting around

  • Motu Mute Airport (BOB) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pora-Pora Coffee Shop
  • ‪Upa Upa Panoramic Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Iriatai - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Te Pahu - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fare Hoa - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

OVERWATER BUNGALOW N ° 3

The Bungalow on the water N ° 3 is the only bungalow on stilts which offers to your glance, since the comfortable living-room equipped with a "design" kitchen, a panoramic view of 180 degrees on the famous blue and turquoise lagoon of Bora Bora with the coconut palm trees surrounding the island on the horizon.

It is not without reason that this luxurious bungalow was once owned by famed Hollywood actor Jack Nicholson.

Rest, sunbathing, swimming, sunset, romantic dinner ..... !!!!! One hundred and ten square meters of happiness ...... !!!!

The Overwater Bungalow is in a condominium called by everyone in Bora Bora the Condominium since 1978 date of its creation.
It is a quiet, residential place, located in the north of the island, with a small beach, facing the sun from morning to evening, with the east wind most of the time ...
Access can only be by the 31 km circular road around the island of Bora ... the village of Vaitape is located about ten kilometers west side ....

Housing

There are only 5 private overwater bungalows in Bora Bora.
Number 3 is the most recent and all its charm comes from the panoramic view of its large living room with American kitchen which opens onto the terrace overlooking the lagoon by a large picture window.
This spacious living room with marble tiles is very pleasant and relaxing.
Comfortably seated on your sofa with the Apple TV, you can stay in touch with the world and watch your favorite programs. A "Bose Sound Touch" is also available, just load the application.
The corner kitchen with its central island is very user-friendly and its equipment is complete.
Two magnificent paintings by "Dubois", a renowned painter, in Tahiti evoke local life.

The air-conditioned bedroom with its queen size bed and several cupboards for your storage is at the rear and communicates with the bathroom equipped with a large walk-in shower facing a glass paste sink.
A television, facing the bed, also associated with an Apple TV and a large work table complete the layout.

The walls are in New Zealand pine wood and the tinted windows are double.
The bungalow is firmly seated on steel piles 9 meters deep and has benefited from the same structures as the construction of the most recent hotels.

A large Kohu slat terrace awaits you with two soft "Sunbaths" for you to rest. Two deckchairs are on the deck to perfect your tan ...
A table facing the lagoon will allow you pleasant breakfasts, meals and dinners in the evening, the lit lagoon under your feet attracting many fish that sparkle in the spots .....

A private mezzanine overlooks the living room, its access is closed.

Situation and access and JESSICA

Overwater Bungalow N ° 3 is located on the main island of Bora Bora just opposite your arrival at the airport. It is part of what is commonly called the
"Condominium" in Bora Bora in the Faanui district.
This condominium is a condominium of 16 Bungalows, 5 of which are on stilts.
To access bungalow N ° 3 you have to take the central pontoon and it's sign is displayed.

There is a Barthelemy caretaker and a Nathalie caretaker who are not in charge of rentals.
When you arrive at Bora Bora airport you will take the Air Tahiti shuttle which will take you in fifteen minutes to the Vaitape quay in town.
There, following your discussions with Jessica, a Taxi will take you to Bungalow N ° 3 or Jessica will wait for you and take care of you. She will show you around the bungalow, give you all the good advice to make your stay as pleasant as possible and give you the keys.

Free Wi-Fi and a landline phone work in the bungalow for local calls only.

The Condominium is located in a quiet location
You will have access to the entire ground floor of the bungalow, 110 m2.
In the cupboards on the back of the terrace you will find all the nautical equipment: inflatable buoys, fins, masks, foam fries, paddles for kayaking, lifebuoys
On the deck you will find the Kayak easy to put on or take out of the water,
and on the terrace a barbecue for your grills.
Many activities are offered on the island and the nautical activities boats are likely to pick you up directly at the pontoon of your
Jessica will provide you with the best information for your reservations.

Transport
As the village, the shops, the restaurants, the activities are not on the spot it is preferable to rent a small car to take full advantage of Bora Bora.
Jessica can offer you a very advantageous rental !!!
A roadside parking is provided for cars of the Condominium.

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Enjoy the recreation opportunities such as a water park or make use of other amenities including barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Jessica

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside on The terrace.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Fishing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,184 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Onsite 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
Host has not indicated whether 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
Property Registration Number 1052DTO-MT

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Overwater Bungalow N ° 3 House Vaitape
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OVERWATER BUNGALOW N ° 3 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sergiy V., Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Tranquility and Stunning Views!
We stayed at this bungalow over Christmas 2024, and it was everything we hoped for and more. If you're looking for complete tranquility, this is the place to be. The location is ideal—secluded enough to provide a sense of peace, yet close to all the amenities you need on the island.The bungalow itself was spotless and fully equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. One of the highlights was the abundant sea life right below the patio, making daily snorkeling a real treat.The hosts Jessica and Tasha were fantastic—always helpful and quick to respond to any questions. We also rented a car from them, which I highly recommend. It made getting around the island, going to restaurants, and picking up groceries so much easier. Without a car, some of these activities would have been quite inconvenient.Although there were great tours available, we found ourselves spending most of our time at the bungalow, enjoying the ocean, the views, and simply relaxing on the deck. If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway with all the right amenities, this bungalow is the perfect choice!Thank you again for all your help Tasha, Jessica!!! Sergiy and MarianaP.S. We have already started planning our return!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Bungalow #3 Honest Facts
If you are looking for a modern over the water well maintained property with notoriety (aka Jack Nicholson's x digs) then this is your place. If you are comfortable with tour boats stopping by to take pics while you are on the deck, then this is your place. I you love watching motorboats and sailboats approx 50 per day not counting jet ski tours, five at a time half a dozen times per day then this is your place. if you are OK with the property being adjacent to a small public beach with a picnic table and people floating around the bungalow in "noodles" then this is you place. If you don't mind having a camera above the sun tanning deck, then this is your place. If you are OK with a DIY check in with Jessica or Tasha nowhere to be seen, then this is your place. PS: they were not even on BB. If you are OK with the DIY approach to how everything works in the house based on a manual, then this is your place. If you are OK finding you car rental in pouring rain pulling your luggage in a sandy parking lot at the ferry terminal based on a pic amongst hundreds of cars, then this is your place. If you are looking for a peaceful quiet property with zen, then this is NOT your place.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay! We enjoyed our stay and the manager was very quick to help with any logistics that we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy & Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene and aquatic getaway
We absolutely loved Bungalow 3! The overwater getaway was great, from rim the restful deck, with underwater lighting on the corners which drew curious fish, yo the excellent shower. The bedroom was equipped with storage space, and a comfortable mattress. The kitchen was well designed and met our needs. The AC in the bedroom made sleeping much more restful. We hated to say goodbye to Bungalow 3!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dick T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Over water stay in Paradise
Our stay in Bora Bora @ Over the Water Bungalow #3 could not have been any better! Jessica and Tasha were great to work with! Very communicative and Tasha had some really good recommendations on restaurants! Property was better than the pictures! Can't say enough great things about the whole experience! P.S. Rent their car, it was a perfect arrangement! Thanks Jessica and Tasha! Hopefully we'll meet again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chantal R., Port Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness
Just Perfect!
I can not say enough nice things about this property. First and foremost Natasha are host was absolutely amazing, she was so attentive to our needs and wants. Any question I had regarding where to eat, where to go- she would research or offer her likes of island restaurants and excursions. She is so informative. The OWB was everything we wanted and exceeded our expectations. The beautiful aqua water and the fish were so beautiful. We snorkeled right there at the OWB and saw so many beautiful fish and coral. We were far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the downtown traffic but close enough to get to any where within 10 to 15 minutes. The locals were all so pleasant, nice and helpful. The inside of the OWB was just as welcoming as the beautiful aqua island waters. Big, beautiful, state of the art appliances, hot water with great pressure in the shower. We had a washer & dryer just like you were at home. Full kitchen and a Apple television so you could use your Hulu or Netflix account to watch television in your preferred language. All the luxury's of a resort without the high cost of a resort. Just Perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S., Seattle, WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Overwater Bungalow w/out the Resort Tether
Bora Bora is about the water and island time. This bungalow will allow you to experience them without the resort fees or stuffiness, yet with the occasional touch of concierge if you need it. Do a tour & grocery pickups as needed, but there's little reason to leave the bungalow. Leave the kids at home. Fully upgraded with all amenities. A car rental, though helpful & available from host, is not necessary and the hosts will generously help with taxis as needed. Some restaurants provide taxis as part of dinner service. Upon arrival, consider walking to Chin Lee (best market in town), grab the local fruits from the street vendors, and head back to ferry for taxi. Tell them "condominiums at Fah-ah New-Ee". Lights on pilings attract fish at night. Very memorable. Unlike the resorts, there's still live coral in the water here. easy swimming & kayaking with gear provided. Really great hosts who care about the quality of your stay. Neighboring bungalows can cause noise, as they allow larger parties. Public dock down the road attracts local kids that like to blast music, which is unfortunate. These minor noise issues are the only negative to this otherwise magical property.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our time at this property which surpassed expectation. Hosts were excellent to communicate giving us great peace of mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita H., Kamloops, B.C. Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise found!
Wonderful accommodation. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed and great bathroom. Lots of towels and beach towels. Kayak and water floats were greatly appreciated. Tasha and Jessica were responsive and very helpful. Wonderful location for water and sunser views! Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
5 thumbs up!
This place is unbelievably beautiful, no exaggeration... the pictures dont do it justice. The property manager Natasa was attentive and so sweet. If I could post some of my amazing photos or videos from there I would. Best sunsets you will ever see.. just be sure to wait about another half hour after you think its over because it will only get better. No one does this and they miss out.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better Than The Pictures
We stayed for about a week in early July 2023. We were blown away. The host did a phenomenal job at communicating with us and giving us tips and suggestions. The house was extremely clean, beautifully remodeled, and the view is breathtaking. I have only very positive things to say about this house and the hosts. I do wish we had done more research about Bora Bora before we chose it as our travel destination. We would not choose to go there again, however if you have fully decided to go then this is the house to stay at. We drove around the island several times and this is by far the nicest house!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Vang H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
The bungalow is beautiful with gorgeous views. Highly recommended for anyone staying in Bora Bora. Only issue I had was getting here as we landed after 6pm so there was no taxi. We were lucky one of the resort shuttle was willing to drop us off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob B., Long Beach Ca.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overwater bungalow paradise
We loved the location and the home itself. Tasha was so helpful and gave us lots of good local information. We would happily rent this home again. The views are wonderful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIchael C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun!
The property was perfection. It was nicely appointed and very clean. The property manager. Natasha was delightful! We enjoyed swimming in the lagoon and fish watching at night. The kitchen has everything needed to cook meals. I LOVED this property. Cannot recommend it more highly!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina L., Point Richmond, CA USA

Liked: Cleanliness
If it's available for your dates - book it!
This property on BoraBora was very special, and our stay went well. Communications with Jessica and Tasha were easy and prompt, the house was as represented. We rented a car from Jessica - necessary if you want to leave home for anything. We swam from the deck, enjoyed seeing the fish in the night lights, had a wonderful boat trip to the fabulous Coral Gardens - Glen picked us up and dropped us off at our dock. Only negative thing I can add is the sliding screen that didn't slide easily - but then maintenance is probably a challenge over the water. Yes, we'd stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Senna R., Chadron, NE

Liked: Cleanliness
The BEST!!!!
Everyone's reviews are correct- this place is the BEST! we had two "locals" come by (boat tour and masseuse) and they both said it was the best place on the island to say and I couldn't agree more. Thank you for the hospitality, Jessica!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful over the water bungalow
This over the water bungalow was so cool! It is a wonderful home, very spacious, great kitchen with all of the accessories and a beautiful view of the water. We especially enjoyed the porch where we ate our meals. Also having a washer and dryer to do laundry was a plus. Renting the car that is available through the VRBO was very convenient. The car was left in the ferry parking lot for us so no waiting in long lines to get the rental car. And leaving the car in the ferry parking lot when we were leaving Bora Bora was super convenient. The bungalow is a good ways from any restaurants or shopping so the car was essential for us. The only down side to this particular bungalow is that there is only air conditioning in the bedroom/bathroom. We vacationed in Bora Bora in January, which is their summer, so it was hot and humid while we were there. The bedroom was nice and cool, but it was very uncomfortable (sticky and muggy) in the main living area and kitchen. I think this would only be a problem during their summer months. Otherwise this was a wonderful place to spend a week in Bora Bora.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Hui Hong

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Private property with beautiful sunset view. Perfect place for holiday and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Richard

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is located on the water about 15minute drive from the main village of Vaitape. Fantastic views and overall good clean property in a quiet location. Full compliment of amenities makes you feel like your in a home away from home!!

10/10 Excellent

Tammi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolute Magic
Do yourself a favor and book this property. Everything about it exceeds expectations. We felt like royalty. The property managers were kind and communicative, and helped us with everything including a car rental through the house making our entire trip seamless!! We went on a boat tour with Moana tours (captain Glen is THE BEST!!) and had beautiful meals around the island. We also cooked a lot at the rental with all the tools so generously provided. This rental is a MUST for your dream stay in Bora Bora. We are absolutely in love with overwater bungalow #3 and know that anyone else booking will be too. Thank you thank you thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Book Now!!!
If you are considering visiting Bora Bora look no further! This overwater bungalow has everything you need and it’s on the main island! Jessica was very accommodating and she had Tasha meet us at the ferry dock with our rental car ready to go. Most of the resorts in Bora Bora are off the main island which makes it very inconvenient to go to town, restaurants, the beach or stores. This property comes with a full kitchen which is super important if planning to stay longer than a couple of days. Much of the food around isn’t the best and is very expensive. Being able to visit the grocery store and cook most of our meals at the bungalow made our vacation much more enjoyable. Also, the washer and dryer is very handy, especially, if you plan on doing any activities or hiking while in Bora Bora. Jessica hooked us up with a hiking guide named Django which we highly recommend. The property also has a kayak and BBQ., which was nice. This is definitely the only place we will consider staying when traveling to Bora Bora.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

BJ M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceeded expectations
Really can't say enough about this bungalow, or the ease of arranging our stay and communicating with Jessica and Natasha. This was our honeymoon trip, and we considered a lot of options but kept coming back to Bora Bora's overwater bungalows. We considered the resorts, but the idea of having our own kitchen and living area, and making our own meals and drinks just sounded perfect to us, and it was even better than expected (and at a much lower cost). Bungalow #3 is beautifully designed and appointed, with all the functionality and comforts of home in a total paradise setting. We rented a pontoon from La Plage and circled the island (highly recommended!), and saw resort after resort of what looked like large suburban neighborhoods of close-quarter overwater bungalows, and repeatedly felt grateful we went with this option instead. Again, can't say enough, and would return to this bungalow in a heartbeat.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark V., Mulberry USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!!!!!
I have stayed in many VRBO properties and this is by far the best experience to date!! You will not find better hosts than Natasha & Jessica. From the beginning when our rental car was waiting for us at the dock, to the ease of checkout when leaving, everything was perfect. Natasha even went out of her way to check ferry times so we would not miss our flight. The Bungalow was so amazing I can’t find words to describe it. The crystal clear water teaming with beautiful colorful fish and awesome sunsets were just over the top! Thanks again Natasha & Jessica for an amazing stay for our 40th anniversary!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert (Bob) W., Wilmington

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Bora Bora retreat
We love our Bora Bora Overwater Bungalow home. Smartly appointed with every need addressed. Jessica and Natasa are very friendly and responsive. Recommend leasing Jessica's car to get around the island. Loved lounging on the deck and dipping into the water. Abundant Mullet surround the bungalow support pillars when the timing lights lit the pillars at night. To see fish best, contact Moana Adventure Tours to snorkle the manta ray cleaning station and motu coral gardens. Then request a boat ride directly back to the bungalow. Thanks for your professional guidance. Bob and Cindy Weiner
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Conway ARK, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Accommodations
Wonderful property and amenities. Would recommend it. Met all expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022