Description Doors to the Tropics: Waimea

A ten-minute walk from the beach, this villa makes settling into island life easy. Inside, the space is bright and welcoming, with all of the bedrooms opening directly onto the outdoors. Pick your favourite spot for sunset cocktails and fire up the grill for alfresco feasts. When the coast calls, you'll find a handy range of beach equipment to keep the whole family entertained, or you can make the most of free access to the nearby recreation centre, with multiple pools, hot tubs and a gym.

Home truths:
*Your host provides a starter supply of coffee, but you might want to bring your own to top this up. The nearest supermarket for stocking up is a seventeen-minute drive away.
*If you're travelling with little ones, your host can provide a cot, high chair and other baby equipment for free. You'll need to request them in advance.
*The garage is equipped with a handy range of beach gear.
*You'll have access to the facilities at the nearby recreation centre including multiple pools, hot tubs and a gym.