We have been to Moorea 4 times since 2004 and have stayed at resort hotels in overwater bungalows, beach bungalows and cruised on the Star Flyer from the StarClippers Fleet. Nothing compares to Fare Hamara. The location, the privacy, views and seclusion made this the best vacation we have ever experienced. We wanted to experience living like a local, and we truly felt this was our home for the short 5 days we were here! We rented a car, bought all groceries at the local market, chicken on the side of the road and baguettes for our meals. We cooked every meal at "home", and with all the utencils and appliances, was very easy.

We loved just hanging out at "home" and reading the books and magazines, and taking pictures of the flowers and plants on the property. We brought all our own alcohol from the us, to keep costs down and to have our favorites at hand! From coffee on the deck each morning to happy hour sunsets at night, the views and peacefulness could not be better! We already are planning to go back next year, this will be our "home away from home" from now on (and will stay longer than 5 days)!

Thanks to Jacques, the caretaker, just a phone call or short walk away, took care of any needs we had. Can't wait to hear more of his stories and learn more about Tahiti and some French next visit!

This is a great little place to stay!!! You cannot beat the views from the deck and you are close to public beaches and shopping.

We had a wonderful time at Fare Hamara, thank you. The house was equipped with everything we needed. The shower was awesome, the driveway fun, the grounds beautiful and the view was outstanding!!! Thanks again and I hope we make it there again some day.

Idyllic location
hpotnan - Arizona - Date of Stay: June 2009

The location of this house was terrific, on a hill with lush foliage overlooking beautiful Opunohu Bay, private and quiet, yet close to nearby towns & shops. House was very clean and the kitchen had everything we might need (except microwave). Really good screens- so no mosquito problem. It was a great help to be met at the ferry by the caretaker who assisted with luggage and stocked a few food items for our Sunday arrival. Beds were very comfortable, with ceiling fans and high ceilings providing good air circulation which made sleeping great. Location of the house fairly high up on the hill makes this a fabulous spot with beautiful breezes - though not a real easy walk home if you like to walk everywhere.

It was a short drive to good snorkeling at the pretty public beach not far from the house, or to shopping, or good 'snack shops' that we found had excellent less-expensive food. The guest book has some very helpful suggestions for things to do on the island, and the owner was very friendly and helpful prior to our arrival. The house is really lovely, and we spent every morning on the wrap-around porch enjoying the incredible view and changing colors of Opuhonu Bay. We would definitely return!!
P.S. double check the ferry schedule - ours was changed at the last minute due to a 'holiday' that we never knew anything about. We got the last ferry that day to Moorea, 10:30 AM!!!, thanks to help from a very nice local Polynesian in Papeete]

Owner's Response: We listen to your comments! We now have a microwave in the kitchen.

chillphx - Phoenix, Arizona - Date of Stay: May 2009

Just returned from our 4th trip to Moorea and loved this site.
Lovely home offers privacy and terrific views of the bay. Well equipped with all the modern American required conveniences minus a microwave. Suggest renting the open air Suzuki from Avis to tour the island and climb the hill up to the home. Homeowner provides excellent pretravel guide and suggestions.
Recommended for:  Sightseeing, Romantic Getaway

The Shark -  Sacramento, CA - Date of Stay: April 2009

The views, and sunsets, from this private home on Opunohu Bay (which is mostly undeveloped) are simply out of this world. The incredible privacy of this place, its comfort, as well as the ability to prepare some, or all, of your own meals are major selling points in my view. I have stayed in this home on three occasions (once with friends, once with my 70+ year-old parents, and once with my husband on our 1st anniversary) and on every one of these occasions the experience has been fantastic. To take best advantage of all there is to see and do on Moorea, plan on renting a small car while you are there. The caretaker, Jacques, is a wealth of information about the island. This phenomenal place is truly one-of-a-kind and highly recommended!

Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway

Norm and Marolyn - United States - Date of Stay: March 2009

This home has the best view of any facility in Moorea, and is absolutely private. It is 100 yards off the road, and no one can see it. We just spent 3 weeks there, and this was our 4th time back. We think Moorea is the most beautiful of the Pacific Islands, and the view from here is gorgeous of both the ocean and mountains. The kitchen is as fully equipped as most homes, including a gas BBQ.

The outside deck circles the house, sunsets are fabulous. Seven of us spent hours on the deck every morning and night watching yachts, cruisers, outrigger canoes, tropical bay, and ocean waves on the outside reef, all at the same time from a distance that no one could see us. Jacques, the caretaker, was available at our call, and a great host and Island guide whenever we so requested. We have taken friends on previous trips, who have returned twice since on their own.

The house and yard are imaculate, and bathroom is spacious and very nice indeed. We have three scuba divers in our group, and the rest are snorklers. All agree these beaches and waters are plentiful with fish, and as good as it gets. We caught and purchased local fish, and cooked most of our meals right there at Fare Hamara.

Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway