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Fijian family community stay in paradise.

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On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 82 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Yasawa Islands, Fiji
  • Monuriki Island
  • Vuda Point Marina
  • Manta Ray Beach
    51 min drive
  • Turtle Island (TTL)
    56 min drive

Room options

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Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)

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4.7 out of 5, Exceptional, (39)
The price is NZ$106
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan
Snorkeling with sharks (homestay)

About the area

Wayasewa Island

With a stay at this vacation home in Wayasewa Island, you'll be on the beach, and 17.7 mi (28.5 km) from Long Beach and 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Manta Ray Beach. .This beach vacation home is 17.9 mi (28.7 km) from Sunrise Beach and 17.9 mi (28.8 km) from Naukacuvu Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Long Beach - 50 min drive
  • Manta Ray Beach - 51 min drive
  • Devil's Beach - 56 min drive
  • North Beach - 72 min drive

Getting around

  • Mana (MNF) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coconut Bar

About this property

Entire place

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

Fijian family community stay in paradise.

It's simple and cossy.You will enjoy our local community living where everyone will call you as you are part of their family member.The hospitality and the welcoming faces from the local will make you feel as you are living in your original home.The laughter and friendly atmosphere from the local will make you comfortable and just don't want to leave.
Yummy local dishes and the rythm of Fiji time will wrap everything up to make you visit the best ever around the world.
The stunning view from your accommodation site overlooking the bay.It will an adventure.
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a water park and an outdoor pool.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Birdwatching 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 26 sq ft (2 sq m)
  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Fijian Family Community Stay
Fijian Family Community Stay in Paradise
Fijian family community stay in paradise. Wayasewa Island
Fijian family community stay in paradise. Private vacation home

Fijian family community stay in paradise. Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Amenities

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Evie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous view homestay
My friend and I really enjoyed our stay here! The house is set up well and the view from the balcony is lovely. Paula and Sarah cooked us amazing meals! The snorkelling with sharks was also amazing. Only thing we would say is that we felt we never saw Paula and bill and wish we could have seen them more! Perhaps this was also because of our short stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Graciousness and Humility
Bill and his family have opened their home so that we could experience a little bit more about daily life in the islands of Fiji. This is not a resort stay, but that wasn’t what we wanted. They taught us so much about graciousness in the face of need, respect for others, faith in community, and humility for what they are blessed with every day. Most of what they have comes either from the mountain or from the sea. They garden, they fish, and they share. They don’t take more than they need. The fishing on Saturday was for the whole village, so that they could worship on Sunday. We donated supplies for the village school. That morning Bill organized kids into a beach-cleaning work detail. He said that it was important for the kids to learn to give, before they receive. What an amazing concept in any culture. We went out to swim with the sharks. “One of us” isn’t a thrill seeker, but finally got in the water. Our mantra when we got home? Grandma touched a shark! Yes, we paid Paula for her homecooked meals. Yes, we paid Bill for the airport to island transfers. And, yes, they made the whole experience memorable. Thanks for sharing your home, your family, your culture, and your community. Give Eva a big hug.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Georgia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful way to see Fiji!
Bill and his family were the most lovely and welcoming. He made sure we were well looked after, including catering to our dietary requirements. The food on the meal plan was delicious and so fresh. The beach was gorgeous and it was great to get away from the touristy side of Fiji. We were made to feel so comfortable and welcomed into both his family, and village. Only regret was not staying longer! If we come back in Fiji, we’ll be staying with him again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise, found, back to basics, camping style.
Bula Bula from Wayalailai in the Yasawa Islands. Homestayed with the most beautiful Fijian family. Experienced incredible hospitality and true Island life. Viliame(Bill) is the son of the Chief of Namara Village along with (Chef) Paula his wife and son Zach and daughter Sarah. Really is like living in paradise even though we had pretty basic facilities including only solar power and water from the stream from the mountain above. No a/c, internet or hot water. Went fishing to catch dinner. Always greated with Bula, Bula from everyone in the village. Where you from? Everyone laughs a lot. Real belly laughs too! Despite having very little. All governance done by the community and everyone pitches in to help each other. Vinaka
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Tami

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not what I thought a homestay should be plus the cost was way higher due to cost of the food 70pp per day and 50 each way for boat to and from the island. That was not listed at booking and since it was a last minute booking I felt I was taken advantage of. The island was full of trash and a good beach was a 20 minute walk away. I talked to other tourists and their homestays on other islands were nothing like this, even though they were basic it was clean and comfortable. I showed pictures to other fijians on the mainland of our homestay and they apologized for the conditions.

10/10 Excellent

Lily S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing time
Beautiful family in a beautiful location! Highly recommend dropping by Bill and Paula’s for a couple of days. Ease of boat transfer and organising local activities, room and balcony quiet and relaxing space looking over the water and mountains, and the home cooked meals were some of the best we had in Fiji!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Genuine Island village stay - great hosts
What a lovely lovely family! Bill and Paula looked after us beautifully, and their children and extended family really made us feel so welcome. The property is very typical for these very friendly islanders who live in basic open room huts/shacks with outside basic facilities. The solar power only came in about three months ago! If you are looking for creature comforts, you're looking in the wrong place, but if you want an authentic relationship and village stay, you're on the money with these guys! There is no shop, and no motorised or wheeled transport to be seen - you walk on a narrow track or along the beach, or get in a boat to go anywhere! We *loved* the private shark swim (bring snorkel and mask if you have them), a hike up the island, and doing alot of lying around, or swimming at a nearby beach. We also spent quite a bit of time just playing/hanging around with the local kids who wander past the open hut back and forth all day. The food is abundant (and you can always ask for more if you want) and very carb heavy (if you care about that). Bill and Paula (and the rest of the islanders) grow most of their own food - so expect plenty of fresh eggs, papaya, coconut, spinach, breadfruit and other local produce - a bit of chicken and fish. They really only bring in flour, rice and pasta from the mainland (oh - and peanut butter, vegemite and jam for us westerners!). Coffee and regular tea always available - the water doesn't taste great on it's own, so maybe bring cordial or herbal tea to drink. Paula's coconut milk scones are absolutely delicious! Bill showed us how to cut and serve a coconut, including making your own reed straw, and yes, we got to meet the village chief and share some kava. Village etiquette: no hats in the village, and modest dress (long skirt/sarong and shoulders covered) please. If you can join in with a church service or village event, take the opportunity - you won't regret it! Such awesome singing! If you can bring some school supplies or other sustainable gifts for the children, they would be well appreciated!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Authentic Fijian family experience
I had an amazing experience staying with Bill and Paula's family. I felt very lucky to spend some time with their warm family. They made sure that I have the best possible experience. Vinaka!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A stay in paradise!
We had an amazing holiday here! Bill picked us up in his boat from another island and took us to their home. We were greeted with big smiles from him and his lovely wife Paula. Their house is a very short walk from the beach up the hill and looks out over a lush paradise of coconuts, bananas, mango and so much more. The view is stunning and so relaxing. Don’t expect 5 star accommodation but do expect 5 star relaxing and welcome. Paula made us amazing fijian dishes and there was no shortage of delicious food. We swam each day at the beach that was 1 minute walk away. We strolled through the village, got treated like family, invited into homes, sat and chatted and shared drinks and food. We also visited the local school with the gorgeous kids and teachers and talked with the kids about their life in Fiji. Bill took us swimming with the sharks which is one of the most incredible experiences of my life. He also made us baskets out of coconut tree leaves and we could wander along the beach collecting beautiful shells. From the beach the sunset is incredible. There’s lots of walking to be done or just sitting and relaxing too. The people on the island are full of smiles and being on Fiji time is so relaxing. Will definitely visit again. Sunday lunch with the Chief would be a good thing to do next time, or a picnic, or swimming with the Manta rays. Can’t wait to stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019