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“We thoroughly enjoyed our 3 weeks with our family of 9, (6 adults and 3 kids). Spent many hours in the pool and the slide. Casiola management were very quick to respond to any concerns we had during our stay. We would book again.
There could be more non breakable plates and wine glasses for use around the pool. The outdoor eating area was great and we spent every meal out side.
Suggest a bed upgrade for the master bedroom, the mattress was quite hard.
All in All a great place to stay, and we can\'t wait to return to One Happy Island ”
Debbie, 05/06/2025
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“The house was perfect for our family. We had toddlers and there was a lot of space for them to run around. Loved the outdoor space and felt like a private resort.
The staff responded quickly with any concerns we had.
Please look at the sand area for glass or bottle caps. We found some when the children were playing .”
Shelley, 03/29/2025
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“Fantastic stay. Great water pressure and water gets good and hot. Took myself and 5 girlfriends, we all had our own room. The outside area is massive we didn’t even use all of it but we definitely used the kitchen. It’s well stocked. Reminder (not for the house but for Aruba in general) bug spray for mosquitos when you sit outside. It was perfect overall. This is my second Casiola stay and my second time in Aruba. I don’t know if I can stay in any other airbnbs. They never miss the mark.”
Nicole, 01/28/2025
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“This place was great and looked better than the pictures…all of our group of 12 agreed. We had 4 couples and 4 children and there was plenty of space for everyone. The pool was amazing and the kids loved the slide. The bedrooms/bathrooms/kitchen were spotless when we arrived. It was nice to have TVs in each room especially for the kids. Having laundry on site was also a bonus. We used the cooler and beach towels for the beach so that was nice.
A few recommendations/comments: the tile outside was very slippery once wet, the separate apartment bedrooms did not get as cool as the main house and the shower there did not get hot water really. We also did not realize there was no access to those two bedrooms from the house so probably a good idea to explain that more clearly in the description. Also, make sure to bring some bug spray because when there is no breeze it can get buggy in the back yard.
Overall, we had a great stay and would stay here again with a large group! Thank you!”
Tara, 12/30/2024
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“The photos does no justice. We loved our stay the wifi was great . The beds were comfortable we felt right at home . Stuart and Julia response time was great . They gave us great recommendations do not hesitate to book with them they are awesome .”
Whitney, 11/19/2024
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“My stay was for 4days with a group of 8. Home was great any issues I had were solved immediately. Minor issues with the air conditioning but it was due to the rain which was fixed within 10 mins. Would definitely book again. Communication, and location was great. Lots of space for big groups. Great place to stay if your visiting Aruba.”
Kiara, 11/13/2024
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“Spent my 30th birthday here! Beautiful home it was difficult to find however once we located it we instantly feel in love. The pool guy came everyday to clean the pool. The home was nice and spacious pictures in a great location and surrounding by lots to do. I would definitely stay here in the future!”
Ronnie, 09/15/2024
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“Pool was great! Lots of space for everyone. Very responsive to our needs. Would definitely come back!”
Noell, 09/01/2024
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“The home was even better and more beautiful than the pictures. There was more than enough space for our party of 9. We have absolutely no complaints about the accommodations. We do recommend having a rental car as nothing is within walking distance. It was nice being outside of the tourist zone though as it have us a true feeling of the island way of life. We were hoping for early check in and late checkout to accommodate our flight schedules which we would have paid for but we\'re unable to secure them. Overall, we highly recommend and plan to come back!
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Gabrielle, 08/28/2024
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“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was even more beautiful and spacious than the pictures. We highly recommend a rental car as was within walking distance, however the location gave you a true feeling of the island way of life. We were unable to secure early check in our late checkout but we understand why the property would be in such high demand. We would definitely reserve again!”
Gabrielle, 08/27/2024
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“We stayed at Villa Nirvana and had the best experience. Everyone had their own room and we especially loved the pool, slide and jacuzzi. The backyard with the palapa and lounge chairs/couches/hammock was a relaxing haven. It was extremely centrally located, since we rented a car the house was no more than 15 min away from a lot of the hotels/casinos and restaurants. We loved that the house was stocked with enough beach towels and chairs, it made our beach excursions so much better to not have to rent equipment. We will definitely be recommending this house to our friends and family who come visit Aruba! Thank you!”
Stephanie, 08/19/2024
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“Very nice house with a beautiful yard - many seating areas, huge pool with a slide, and a hot tub. Amazing outdoor area. Great kitchen, large and comfortable bedrooms. The host was very helpful and responsive. Highly recommend.”
Ross, 08/04/2024
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“The house was perfect for our trip of 8 people! The outdoor space is even better than the pictures and there was more than enough space for everyone who was on the trip. Stuart and Julia were excellent hosts, provided us timely responses, shared great recommendations and were flexible when we wanted early check-in / late check out. Would definitely stay there again!”
Kaitlin, 06/09/2024
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“Loved the house it was amazing specially for families. We would\'ve liked the outdoor floor to be less slippery and maybe a gate or railing by the hot tub. Also hot tub\'s tile is a bit rough. ”
Darine, 04/10/2024
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“Muy completa cuentan con todo lo necesario para una amena estadía”
Andrea, 03/31/2024
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“Handbook or binder of information including local eateries or taxis etc where to put garbage and bottles would be very helpful. More towels should be provided for short stays so that laundry does not need to be done. Aside from these couple of items all was perfect!”
Christine, 03/17/2024
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“Nous avons beaucoup aimé la cour extérieure! L\'espace était parfait pour notre groupe de 11. Tout était parfait! Le seul bémol est que nous n\'avons pas réussi à faire chauffer le spa. Merci beaucoup ! ”
Mylene, 03/07/2024
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“Great property. Looked better than the pictures.
House was comfortable, clean and beds were good!
Make sure you bring some bug spray if you enjoy the outdoors at night!”
Peter, 02/19/2024
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“house was fun ! kids loved the pool
close to town
good for entertainment
hosts were very responsive
definitely hire Xavi Jaramillo a private chef to utilize the house”
Christina, 01/21/2024
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“Amazing property”
Kaushik, 12/26/2023
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“The place was beautiful, clean and we had the best vacation ever!”
Kayla, 12/04/2023
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“My girlfriends and I stayed here for my bachelorette and we had a wonderful time! We were a group of 11 ladies and this villa has enough space for all of us! Highly recommend for large groups. They provided several recommendations on how to navigate the island or planning activities.”
Monique, 09/11/2023
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“Perfect vacation with my family. The home was lovely. The weather was great. The rooms were spacious comfortable bedding.
Will definitely give 5 ⭐️on all levels.”
Sandra, 08/29/2023
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“This a great place for a big family gathering - multiple hangout spaces, poolslide keeps the kids occupied forever, lots of AC-cooled bedrooms when everyone needs a break. Definitely need a car, but it’s not far to Palm Beach (really, nothing in Aruba is far from anything).”
Sam, 07/29/2023
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“If you’re looking for a place with your own outdoor oasis, this home is it! Our family loved the large pool, slide and hot tub. There is so much outdoor space you can really do it all. The kitchen was stocked with cookware but you do need your own seasonings, otherwise we had most our meals at home. Each bedroom is spacious with a bathroom attached. There are two bedrooms that sit outside of the main house but with children, we couldn’t take advantage because of the alarm and access to the main road. There are some things that need improvement such as furniture pieces that are clearly dated, in and outside the home. They also need a security gate in front of the house as anyone can walk onto the grounds and we noticed dogs several nights at the front of the house. The back doors have an opening where mosquitoes got in but they came to fumigate. There’s an alarm system but we had issues with it needing to be reset. I will say that whenever we had an issue, it was quickly addressed!”
Sergio, 07/16/2023
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“House was wonderful, everything we needed, easy access instructions, and staff was helpful when we had a question at arrival. The pool and outdoor areas were amazing and we spent a ton of time there. We would absolutely stay in the same place again. Appreciate the clarity of information as well. ”
Katie, 07/03/2023
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“We had the best time here! We had 13 people(8 adults & 4 toddlers) the space fit us perfectly! Such a quiet backyard with a lot to do! All the beaches were a short drive away! The house was spacious and clean! Our hosts were very responsive for any questions we had. We will definitely be coming back!! Thank you so much!”
Marie, 06/10/2023
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“This place was great and it look exactly like the pictures. The pool was awesome and the hot tub. It was a beautiful ambiance. I would stay here again. There were some issues with a sink leaking in one of the bathrooms and the problem was taken care of very promptly. This was an excellent week well spent in Aruba. Great location also.”
Keewin, 05/31/2023
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“I had an amazing stay at Villa Nirvana. I celebrated my 30th birthday with a group of friends and it was perfect. Plenty of space for 10 of us, definitely room for more. The secluded room was also great for my parents to get some time away from all of us. The location was very convenient, minutes from the beach, the nightlife and restaurant, and the big grocery store. I loved it so much and hope to stay here again. The only regret we have is not being able to spend more time at the house and the beautiful pool!!”
Jeme, 05/15/2023
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“This was a great place for a large group like ours. Beautiful rooms Just beautiful house”
Elizabet, 04/17/2023
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“Amazing place for our big family. It ended being better than we expected. The outdoor area was relaxing, fun and had enough room for all of us to enjoy.”
Alan, 03/04/2023
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“Spectacular house with 6 rooms and excellent social areas, its gardens and pool area very cozy. The service provided by casiola is timely and efficient, they resolved all our requests quickly. The value for money is unbeatable.
Potential guests should be informed that the pool has 2 depths: one ideal for small children and one for adults taller than 1.80m.
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YONATHAN, 01/13/2023
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“More towels and repair hot tub heater”
Joseph, 01/06/2023
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“The home was comfortable accommodating and beautiful. The agents were very responsive. The outdoor eating area was perfect! My only disappointment was the broken hot tub heater. Even the 1.5 mile walk to downtown was enjoyable. Instructions for how to use the stove would have been helpful. We would be happy to return to this home!”
Joseph, 01/05/2023
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“The house was very comfortable but the outside wasn’t so good. We all ended up covered in mosquito bites from head to toe. We couldn’t even use the outside unless in the pool. The jacuzzi wasn’t heating up for the first half of the week and then Kaylee had someone come out and they found a tripped circuit breaker which apparently tripped again two days later. Very disappointed.”
Linda, 12/02/2022
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“Great overall. The internet and hot tub of course were a bit hard to use, but the customer services smoothed-over any issues.”
James, 11/20/2022
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“We had a wonderful stay at this home. It is a beautiful home and we love the garden and the pool.
It was perfect for the reason that we booked it. I do recommend this Airbnb home to all on the Airbnb platform.”
Renato, 10/31/2022
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“Great communication! Home was perfect for our stay and our group size! Enjoyed the pool every day!”
Kerri, 08/01/2022
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“We loved everything about this house. We spent most of our time outside in the pool. We had our elderly parents with us and requested information on how to get chairs for the beach to accommodate them and Stuart & Julia said no problem they will have them at the house for us. Brand new chairs waiting inside. It made it possible for my parents to go to the beach. The pool is always clean, every other day pool poeple are vacuuming it out for a day of swimming. When we come back next year. I know where we will be staying.”
Jeannie, 07/09/2022
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“The home was perfect for my 30th birthday.
We were a group of 5 women. I recommend renting a car. We used Jays car rental. Ms. Freda helped me find someone to decorate the home, get a birthday cake and rent a yacht. She was very generous and helpful. Thank you to Stuart and Lily for her Assistance. We all had our own room in the home and 2 women shared a bathroom. The kitchen stove was vintage and difficult to work but I thought it was super cute and I figured it out eventually. Our private chef loved the kitchen. The house has 4 bedrooms together on one side of the house and the other 2 rooms are on the other side of the home. You have to actually walk outback and around to get to the other two rooms and bathroom. One of the bathroom sinks leaked water our whole trip. I didn’t bother Suart & Lily everytime, I only contacted them twice.
It wasn’t a big deal at all!
Stewart & Julia had maintenance come to fix it every time we called. They were also very helpful throughout our whole stay. They answered my questions fast. Great people!
The only down fall was the mosquitos. We had to spray ourselves whenever we were in the house. One of my girlfriends were pregnant so she complained about the smell of the repellent 24/8 lol. We also purchased a few candles and mosquito traps to help. They were everywhere, especially at night. We could not figure out how they were getting in. We never opened any windows. We slept with the blankets over our heads every night. The mosquitos were biting our faces in our sleep. It was so bad we stayed out all day, everyday. We enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi one day for 2 hours. I want to come back to just enjoy the home. We had a full itinerary.
I would definitely recommend this home!!!
Places we went to and loved.
Gusto -Night club
Flying Fishbone (dinner in the water, must book months in advance for a table in the water) -
Restaurant
Bohemian - lounge
L.G. Smith steak and chop house - restaurant
Bugaloe - beach bar in the water
Popular Beaches
* Palm Beach (4 mins from Airbnb)
* Eagle Beach (12 mins from Airbnb)
* Baby Beach (38 mins from Airbnb)
* Arashi Beach
* Manchebo Beach Editor's Pick
* Boca Catalina
* Savaneta Beach
* Malmok Beach
* Boca Prins
Places to sight see
•Butterfly Farm
•Aloe Vera Factory & Museum
•Philips Animal Garden
I did my 30th birthday PHOTOSHOOT with
@flyingdressesaruba .
What a beautiful experience. Check them out on Instagram. You can also check out my IG for videos of the home and my whole entire stay.
My Instagram: @lamy320
One of the best trips of my life!!!!
The mosquitos didn’t stop anything!!!! Lol”
Lamy, 03/22/2022
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“this place was AMAZING! its your own little oasis in close proximity to the most beautiful beaches in Aruba!we Loved staying at this villa and Stuart and Julia(*the host) were super responsive and super helpful at all times. The Villa has everything you need for your stay giving you the opportunity to relax & enjoy the Happy Island! I will definitely come back soon.”
Elaine, 03/01/2022
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“(6) Couples in Aruba - I rented this house for (6) couples traveling to Aruba. The 6-BRs and common areas were more than enough space for our group. The pool and jacuzzi were in great shape and serviced regularly. I would take another group to this house again. You need to have your own transportation for the house location. There is a grocery store within walking distance, but everything is just a little further than comfortable walking.”
02/06/2022
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“Great place to stay if have a group of people. Most of the things in description does match. Easy checkin and good communication. Also convenient to main city and beaches.”
Himansu, 01/12/2022
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“Family getaway - Our family waited 2 years to be able to get to Aruba (due to covid restrictions). It was a celebration of birthdays and Christmas. We cold not have been more pleased with the house and with our hosts, Stuart and Julia. Everything was just awesome. Our family, including 5 teenagers, had a ball and would come again anytime. Loved it all!!!”
01/03/2022
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“Gorgeous house! Stunning pool. Was in it literally all week.”
Rachel, 12/06/2021
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“Over Joyed And Extremely Satisfied - I don’t even know where to start. From the moment we checked into the villa we could not stop saying OMG this is so beautiful. I rented out this Villa for my wife’s 40th bday, our family that came to celebrate with us was extremely comfortable and astonished as what the Villa offered. I must say the previous reviews and pictures of this Villa was head with what was offered and the experience that most endured.. The Staff Kaylee was always on point with any questions or concerns I may have had during my stay.. I really loved and enjoyed everything that was offered. I would definitely stay here again, after this private Villa experience I think I will lay low ok staying on resorts for awhile. Our entire party had nothing but positive things to say about our stay, We all departed on 11/15/21 and the group chats are still going on about how much fun everyone had. Believe me when I say this Villa was AMAZING... ”
11/17/2021
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“60th Birthday Celebration - This was the perfect vacation rental for a small gathering with family and friends. It was spacious, comfortable and made for a relaxing and enjoyable time. The privacy allowed the guest to be more comfortable during the pandemic crisis as we very satisfied with this rental. <br/>”
11/01/2021
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“We loved this house! It was the perfect size and location for my 30th birthday party. The backyard and pool is beautiful, and it’s a very quick drive to all the bars, restaurants, and beaches. We also loved the neighborhood dogs that would come visit us too!”
Katie, 10/24/2021
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“Absolutely loved this property! Our first time renting in Aruba and definitely not our last. We had 6 adults and tons of space. Great location and all the amenities you could need. The pool is fantastic and we spent days relaxing in the back yard oasis. Management was 100% responsive with the few questions I had. I couldn’t find the outdoor wireless speakers and within 5 minutes one was delivered to the house. A+
This is really a fantastic home! Thank you for the lifetime of memories ❤️”
Melanie, 10/13/2021
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“Absolutely amazing”
Felicia, 10/01/2021
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“We were a group of 12 and we enjoyed our stay at Villa Nirvana. Plenty of space to accommodate our group. 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms in the main house and 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom in the side apartment with a separate entrance.
The table for 12 in the back patio was pretty awesome. We had some great breakfasts and laughs there. Great memories.
Stuart and Julia were very responsive. Check in / check out was super easy.
The reason I gave Villa Nirvana 3 starts is because the house needs some upgrading throughout. Some closets were broken and just super old. We were excited to have a pool in the backyard but we were unable to use it, water super foggy, not clean. No hot water in the side apartment shower. Stuart and Julia addressed the matter super quickly but it only lasted a day and then back to no hot water again. That was disappointing.
The side apartment not ideal for adults, only maybe for teens as there are two twin beds and a full/queen bed but it’s awkwardly placed and super high so not the best. Alarm system didn’t work but I am sure Stuart and Julia will address that matter.
Lots of dogs in the neighborhood and around the front yard.
If the above issues are addressed Villa Nirvana is a great house to spend your family getaway.”
Sophie, 08/28/2021
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“everything was absolutely amazing such a beautiful home , has absolutely everything you need. i would definitely go back i do recommend renting a car though !!”
Naralys, 08/12/2021
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“This was the perfect home for our family vacation with 13 relatives! Close enough to everything and super easy to get ahold of the hosts with any issues.”
Stephanie, 08/07/2021
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“Aruba-Villa Nirvana-2021 - Villa Nirvana was perfect for our large group of family and friends! Beautiful home close to everything but felt secluded in our own little paradise!<br/>We will be back to enjoy this gem again soon!!”
07/19/2021
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“Cannot say enough good things about these hosts. Truly kind and generous people during the Covid chaos and helped me with everything so quickly over a year and a half after we booked! The house was perfect in every way you can think.
If you are looking for the perfect houses and best hosts than you could ever imagine, these are your people!!”
Darcy, 06/12/2021
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“Stuart& Julia were wonderful host! The propertywas phenomena!”
Russell, 05/16/2021
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“One of the best Airbnb by far location and the number of things offer to you at the villa”
Emanuel, 05/09/2021
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“Great house for families - We chose this house to fit our family of 5 and our friends, family of 4. There was ample room for everyone to spread out. The backyard was our own private resort. The giant family table fit everyone comfortably and overlooked the backyard. We enjoyed the foliage and birds. We had made a few requests and the property manager was very attentive and professional. The home is located in a residential area, just a short ride to the hotels, but we were hoping to get some runs in before starting our day, and it really wasn't possible from the house. I would highly recommend the grocery concerige. We had gone over the holiday and learned that the stores were closed but also only allows one family member in at a time b/c of Covid. It was extremely helpful to have our groceries already stocked in our kitchen when we arrived. ”
04/30/2021
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“Aruba Trip with Friends - It was super easy and definitely recommend staying here. Very relaxing and the place was incredible. We had 1 issue with a toilet but they got someone out there to fix it. There was nice AC in every room and plenty of places to sit and change up the view. The pool is fantastic!”
04/28/2021
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“Perfect family vacation house - Amazing yard with a beautiful pool, bar, gazebo and hamaka to fall asleep. Had an amazing time with the family and it was very cozy”
03/28/2021
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“Excellent place to stay great host, easy to find close to everything.”
Sergio, 03/16/2021
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“First off Stuart and Julia are the most responsive hosts anyone could ask for. I was very impressed with Casiola Aruba and would not hesitate to rent from them again. The reason for my 4 star review was due to 3 separate issues, that although resolved as fast as humanly possible detracted from the relaxing 5 day vacation we had planned. Again, I cannot say enough good things about Casiloa Aruba and the support Stuart and Julia gave us along the way. We certainly look forward to our next trip to Aruba!”
Trevor, 03/07/2021
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“I celebrated my 30th birthday at this beautiful Villa, the place was absolutely beautiful, the bedrooms were great sizes, the showers were spectacular and the outdoor space was amazing! Stuart and Julia were great hosts, any questions or issues I had were answered and tended to immediately. And I was greeted with a Happy Birthday balloon set up when I arrived, which was a nice added touch! 🙂 Highly recommend if you are traveling with a large group.”
Alicia, 02/03/2021
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“Beautiful house - Me and a group of my friends from college stayed here for the week and it was amazing! Stuart was quick to respond and help us so much!! Id highly recommend this villa to stay in.”
01/31/2021
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“We really enjoy our staying in Noord Aruba. The place was exactly how it looks in the pictures. Stuart was great in making sure any issues we had was remedied quickly. The location was great, minutes away from Noord center with plenty of great restaurants and beaches. All the rooms and bathrooms were clean and the large pool and BBQ grill is a great touch/addition. This is no fault to the host, but make sure you bring mosquito repellant for there are a lot of them around. There were a few minor issues but nothing that would not make me stay here again with a large group”
Quin, 01/18/2021
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“We loved our stay here! It was just as described! Stuart & Julia were great hosts and are very responsive if you need anything which we loved. This place has lots of space and is perfect for families or groups of friends. Loved watching the birds, lizards and large iguana that would visit us daily. The fish out front of the house were a really nice touch as well! The place has everything and you won’t be disappointed. The location is just a few minute drive from everything. We rented a van for the week and was glad we did because there was so much to see on the island and places to visit. We did rent the UTV’s for a day through Aurubiana and it was amazing! We chose them because you don’t need to go on a guided tour they let you go out on your own and give you an app that allows you to see everything on your own which we loved! Definitely visit Baby Beach! It was small but our favorite of all the beaches with crystal clear water and no seaweed! I could go on forever, but if you’re looking at Stuart and Julia’s place for your Aruba vacation grab it if it’s available because I’m sure you’ll love it as much as we did! Thank you Stuart & Julia”
Shannon, 01/06/2021
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“Amazing Aruba Property - This is the perfect home for a family retreat or a couples' trip. The house is conveniently laid out with 4 BR and 3 baths in the main house, and 2 smaller BR and a bath in the side apartment with its own entrance. The amenities and conveniences are next level. Each time you arrive or leave you are greeted on each side by two goldfish ponds that my daughters loved. The back yard is a nothing short of a resort oasis. It has a table for dining for 12 with a convenient window to the kitchen for easy serving. There is comfortable seating everywhere, and a conveniently located washer & dryer and bathroom on the back patio. There is even a top-of-the-line coffee maker that brews delicious espressos and cappuccinos with whole bean coffee, ground fresh for every cup (tip--buy whole beans at the Super Foods)! The property is conveniently located on the island, just minutes from the high-rise hotels, and I would say that there is no better private pool and outdoor area anywhere on the island--it is simply stunning. But what really stood out and made our 10 days especially enjoyable was the attentiveness, concern, and kindness of our host Stuart. He quickly responded to my calls and texts and kindly and effectively resolved all of our needs. For example, the dryer was not working when we arrived, by the next day, Stuart purchased and installed a new dryer. When I could not figure out how to heat the jacuzzi, maintenance arrived within minutes to help. And when I mentioned that we were hosting a large family Christmas eve dinner, Stuart offered to fog the property that afternoon for mosquitos and we did not see a single mosquito all evening! He even moved the heavy table from the dining room so that we could comfortable seat the entire party on the back patio! I was so impressed. Finally, the Chef we found through Rentstar's concierge service, Chef Griet, was amazing! Everyone LOVED the food, and she and Michael provided impeccable presentation and service. Highly recommend!!”
12/31/2020
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“This is the perfect home for a family retreat or a couples' trip. The house is conveniently laid out with 4 large comfortable bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in the main house, and 2 smaller bedrooms and a bathroom in the side apartment with its own entrance. The amenities and conveniences are next level. Each time you arrive or leave you are greeted on each side by two lovely goldfish ponds that my daughters particularly loved. The back yard is a nothing short of a resort oasis. It has a table for dining for 12 with a convenient window to the kitchen for easy serving. There is comfortable seating everywhere, and a conveniently located washer and dryer and bathroom on the back patio. The pool is very large for a home pool, is saltwater with minimal chlorine, is refreshing day and night and was cleaned every other day. There is even a top-of-the-line coffee maker that brews delicious coffee, espresso, and cappuccino with whole bean coffee, ground fresh for every cup (tip--buy whole beans at the Super Foods)! The property is conveniently located on the island, just minutes from the high-rise hotels, and I would say that there is no better private pool and outdoor area anywhere on the island. The back yard property is simply stunning.
But what really stood out and made our 10 days especially enjoyable was the attentiveness, concern, and kindness of our host Stuart. He quickly responded to my calls and texts and kindly and effectively resolved all of our needs. For example, the dryer was not working when we arrived, and the next day, Stuart arranged for a brand new dryer to be installed. When I could not figure out how to heat the jacuzzi, maintenance arrived within minutes to help. And when I mentioned that we were hosting a large family Christmas eve dinner, Stuart offered to fog the property that afternoon for mosquitos and we did not see a single mosquito all evening! He even moved the heavy table from the dining room so that we could comfortable seat the entire party on the back patio! I was so impressed.
Finally, the Chef we found through the property's concierge service, Chef Griet Vanbrabant, was amazing! Everyone LOVED the food, and she and Michael provided impeccable presentation and service. The chef-prepared meal with the entire family was one of the highlights of the entire trip.
We would definitely stay here again, and hope to return to beautiful Aruba in the future.”
Craig, 12/29/2020
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“Lovely home, beautiful pool and yard. Hosts were helpful, responsive and made everything so easy for us. House was clean and fully stocked with everything we needed.”
Jessica, 12/04/2020
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“Excellent customer service”
Jennie, 11/17/2020
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“Such a beautiful house with nice touches for everyone. Kids loved the pool and adults loved the jacuzzi. All rooms were very spacious and comfortable.
Would come back if we travel with the whole family again in the future!”
Jeremy, 10/24/2020
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“Stuart & Julia were GREAT hosts! Very communicative and helpful in accommodating our requests. They have a nice and affordable car rental hookup also. It was very seamless and we received a private transfer from the airport to the car rental location (15 min from airport, 5 min from villa). The villa itself is beautiful and large. There were only 4 of us, so it was much larger than we needed but we wanted to be whisked away to our own paradise especially due to covid. The pool was large and Stuart worked it out for the pool to be cleaned daily which we greatly appreciated! The rooms inside are even nicer than the pictures portray. Very nicely laid out with plenty of space. The beds were very comfortable and the shower heads are amazing! The family/living room was very comfortable and thoughtfully laid out as well! The kitchen has about every kitchen tool you can think of and the old world charm of this villa definitely comes alive in the kitchen/dining room areas. There's a a cabinet with pristine white china for serving dishes and a beautiful, large wooden table in the dining area which add so much character to the villa! You truly feel like you're in your own tropical oasis here!
In terms of location, it's pretty central to everything we needed. We really never drove more than 8 minutes at any point in time. The SuperFood, beaches and restaurants are all no more than 5 minutes away. The only other thing about the location that you should know, is that there are stray dogs that roam the neighborhood. There was a pack of 4 dogs that came on to the property almost daily to drink from the fish ponds on the front patio. We even found them in the backyard/pool area one morning. One of the dogs was a little aggressive. We know that Aruba as an island has a lot of stray dogs but I would definitely suggest a little better safe guarding the property from the strays.
However, all in all we truly had an AMAZING time at Villa Nirvana! We stayed here for 8 nights and Stuart was extremely helpful in resolving any issues that arose. Stuart even went above and beyond to arrange for a cake and balloons to be delivered on my birthday, which we celebrated in Aruba! It's no doubt why they have a superhost badge! They deserve it! Thanks again for everything!”
Jasmine, 09/30/2020
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“What an amazing place!!! We went a couple of weeks ago and the house blew our minds away. It is much better than pictures show, trust me!!!
Stuart was very attentive and quick to respond. He was always ready to respond anytime we had questions and even gave us great recommendations on activities, things to do and where to eat.
The house itself is close to everything. About 5-10 mins drive from Palm beach area which we loved. Lots of supermarkets and restaurants nearby. The house was immaculately clean and contactless check in and check out made it very awesome considering these trying times.
The rooms were great with most of them having their own bathrooms. Beds were great for a restful night sleep. Kitchen had everything you needed to make whatever you wanted. But what we truly loved was the outdoor space. Between the outdoor dining and lounge area, to that sandy pit and outdoor bar and that awesome pool, some days we didn’t even want to leave our own little oasis.
Aruba is a fun island and we have all been there many times but villa nirvana is def a place we will book again without hesitation. Thanks again Stuart and Julia!!”
Aj, 09/20/2020
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“Complete PARADISE - AMAZING in so many ways!<br/>”
04/13/2020
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“We stayed at this place with a group of couples and loved it! We loved having our own rooms but still a good main area and the backyard was perfect to come back to and hang by the pool after a long day out. There is a grocery store about a 8 minute walk from the house to get little things and the taxis are very prompt to get to the main hotel areas. Palm beach was about a $9 taxi ride. The owners were very prompt on questions I had. Thank you for such a great experience!”
Trisha, 03/08/2020
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“Great house - Villa Nirvana was a great house for our group of 10 adults. It was around 10 minutes from the Eagle Beach and Palm Beach areas which made it easy to visit for the beaches in the morning and the restaurants in the evening. The backyard and pool area were great for hanging out in the afternoon and evening after getting back from the beach. Villa hosts were very responsive and helpful. ”
03/02/2020
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“9 under one roof - We had a great experience staying at Nirvana. The house was exactly what we needed. We could have lived in the back yard. The pool was non stop fun for the kids and the adults. The palapa was a nice spot to get out of the sun to sit around in the evening. The beach in the back was a nice touch and the tiki bar was a cool spot to hang out. You will want to pay attention to your water and electrical usage, we ended up going about 150us over and didnt run the ac in any of the rooms till we were going to bed. Otherwise a great experience for 2 families to enjoy. ”
02/08/2020
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“Celebrating 50! X4 - Celebrating 4 in our family turning 50! The property was like having our own little resort. Taxi’s were easy to get and take us wherever we needed to go. Management was friendly and easy to get a hold of through their app. We all enjoyed our stay in Aruba and definitely recommend this beautiful property!”
01/27/2020
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“Off the beaten path but just minutes to the high rises, this house has everything you need. The owners were thoughtful in the note they left, welcoming us to their home for our vacation, and as we were there over the holidays, they even provided us with a real Christmas tree (and ornaments!) so we could decorate as a family. Set back in a family neighborhood, the house was quiet and peaceful. Large individual bedrooms and plenty of bathrooms made it easy for our adult family to spread out to find space, and the spacious and beautiful grounds gave us plenty of room and no problem finding a quiet place to get away from everyone else when needed. There are so many outdoor seating options, you could choose a different view every day of the week! Lots of lizards ranging in size from tiny little skinks up to a pair of healthy sized iguanas (not as easy to find in Aruba these days!) brings Aruban nature to this lovely property. The koi ponds outside the front door (with food provided to feed them) are another fun touch. We had a great time and I will recommend this property to others in the future.”
Heather, 12/29/2019
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“Aruba 2019 - We were very happy with the villa and all that it had to offer. The staff were responsive to our needs and exceeded our expectations.”
11/27/2019
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“It is rare that an AirBnb property exceeds expectations. The outdoor space was great for family time before and after a day at the beach. Stuart and Julia were very responsive. We will be back!!!”
Wayne, 11/09/2019
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“Beautiful Home - My family and I would like to thank Freya, Stuart and Julia for all their wonderful hospitality. The pictures of the home are really beautiful! However, stepping inside the house is a whole different view from the photos shared on HomeAway and Airbnb. The house is more than what we expected! Pure gorgeousness inside and out. <br/><br/>Whenever maintenance or other services were needed, Freya, Julia and Stuart did not hesitate to stay on top of the home. <br/><br/>Our family will definitely recommend others to Rentstar Villa for their stay in Aruba. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for everything. ”
11/04/2019
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“What a great home in Aruba! I traveled to Aruba with 8 women for my bachelorette party. We loved the property and wish we would have stayed longer. We cooked, we swam, lounged in the chairs, and everyone had a bed. The house was very clean and the beds were super comfortable. Freya was our point of contact, she was great and responded immediately on WhatsApp.
The pictures on Air BnB don't do the outside space justice. There is so much to do outside, we couldn't get to it all. I plan on coming back to this Air BnB with my family!!”
Jessica, 10/29/2019
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“Beezy's in her Threezy's - We had the most wonderful birthday trip ever! My daughter's 30th birthday spent at Villa Nirvana with 8 of her closest friends & us, her parents! The Villa was everything we imagined & more! Ardeline & Freiya were so helpful! We couldn't have had a more pleasurable time without them. They assisted us with planning sightseeing events, where to eat, shop & play! We even had a catered taco dinner one night for her birthday celebration & a homemade Cheesecake! This is one place we hope to return too. The Villa was very clean and stocked with all items needed for our stay. We enjoyed snorkeling on the Octopus catamaran where they offered a light brunch, drinks and sandwiches on board. Value Car Rentals took care of us. We had a flat tire and they came immediately and changed it. We enjoyed a nice lunch at a local restaurant called Zeerover. Our 2 favorites for dinner was Moomba Beach Bar & Restaurant, & Daniel's Steak & Chop ($$$ but worth it). Lunch at Pelican Nest Bar & Seafood Grill. The girls nightly fun spot was Gusto Night Club.<br/>The only problem we encountered was at the hot tub; the deck needs to be extended where the on/off switch is located. One of our guests fell off the deck around the hot tub. Other than that, it was very, very nice. We felt like true Arubans!”
09/18/2019
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“Die Anlage ist zu empfehlen .Sie ist liebevoll Eingerichtet ,den Pool haben alle gleich geliebt und genossen. Wir waren eine Gruppe von 10 Kaoten und ein Kleinkind.
Abends sitzt man gemeinsam auf der großen Terasse und genießt es einfach.
Danke”
Silvio, 09/17/2019
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“Villa nirvana is aptly named. - One of the best vacations ever. The house and grounds are beautiful and very clean. The house is well equipped. There were six adults and three smal children. The beautiful pool was a favorite place for everybody but the kids also liked the sandy beach area. The house is near the beach and some great restaurants. restaurants. The one problem we had with the pool was fixed immediately. Freya was wonderful. We all loved the vacation and hated to leave Nirvana.”
09/03/2019
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“Awesome airbnb home for a big group. Stuart and Freya are great hosts, I highly recommend this place!”
Evelyne, 08/26/2019
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“Excellent Villa! - The Villa does not disappoint. My stay included a party of 11. The place looks better in person and has plenty of space to accommodate guests. Freya was amazing and quick in response . She responded to all of our inquiries during our stay which were many. I highly recommend this rental. I plan fo stay here during my next visit. ”
08/02/2019
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“Great place for a large family! - This house was a great place to stay! It had lots of room for hanging out! The outdoor area was fabulous! We would definitely recommend this place! ”
07/31/2019
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“Villa Nirvana is even better than described. The back yard is beautiful with a great pool, lovely trees and flowers, plenty of lounge chairs, and lots of sun and shade. The house is very clean and the kitchen includes all the tools you need to make a great meal. Villa Nirvana is conveniently located and customer service was excellent. We had a great time!”
Angela, 07/20/2019
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“The first thing we noticed we're the diference between the pictures and the actual place. it was obvious that the fotos were taking some time ago while the property was in optimal conditions. Nevertheless we had a great time and i would definitly come back for a nice family vacation.”
Floris, 05/18/2019
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“The property fully matches expectation and all amenities listed in the ad are included. Would definitely recommended to a large group or family.”
Corey, 03/31/2019
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“This home and, in particular, the outdoor space, was amazing. We came as a family of five with three girls ages 6 and under, along with another family who had a 4 year old boy. It couldn't have been a better place for us. The pool with its large shallow end was perfect for the younger kids, and it was so large there was plenty of space for the grown-ups, too. There were 4 bedrooms in the main house and 2 bedrooms in the apartment next door, which worked well for our party of a family of five and family of three. We also loved the house's proximity to a wonderful family restaurant - The Buccaneer - which was a huge hit with the kids, as well as Philip's Animal Garden which was much more impressive in person than we were expecting. Combined with being just a short drive to the beach, we enjoyed many mornings oceanside or exploring the island, and afternoons relaxing in the pool at the house. We couldn't have asked for a better getaway with our friends!”
Julia, 03/27/2019
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“Absolutely Fabulous House! - Our first trip to Aruba with 5 other couples. The house was spacious and beautiful! We had everything we needed to have an absolute fabulous vacation. The biggest downfall was finding the house. Even the cab drivers couldnt find it. We highly recommend that you use the Cafe 080 as a landmark for finding the neighborhood. We had a couple of issues that came up at the house during our stay but Stuart and Freya took care of it immediately. They were the best concierge service you could ask for. We are already talking about our trip back to Nirvana for next year!”
03/24/2019
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“Beautiful property, spacious, clean, lots of amenities! Location spectacular ~ close to Palm beach, Eagle beach.
Highly recommend using concierge services provided by Stuart & team. They provided us with rental car pricing & set up everything~ ride from Airport to rental car agency. Just made everything so easy from the get go! What you see is what you get & so much more with Villa Nirvana. Would definitely come back & stay at this beautiful oasis!”
John, 02/09/2019
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“Found Stuart easy to work with.
This was our second stay with one of his homes these past 2 years. We will comeback to Aruba in 2020. No doubt will seek a property of Stuart's.
His Concierge, Freya was very accommodating and helpful in our stay.”
Patrick, 01/26/2019
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“Amazing - We were a group of 10 adults . Perfect vacation, perfect support and service from Stuart and Freya. We will come back again for sure.”
01/24/2019
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“The villa was amazing! Absolutely beautiful. I didn’t want to leave!”
Amanda, 01/07/2019
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“Family Reunion at Wonderful Villa Nirvana - Our family of 11 adults had the good fortune of staying at beautiful Villa Nirvana for a week! The property was everything that we had hoped for and more! The description was accurate regarding layout and amenities and it was very clean and well maintained. The outdoor living space is fabulous with areas for sun and shade. There are plenty of areas to lounge and relax and enjoy the lovely lush grounds giving everyone ample space. The outdoor dining table is perfect for being together for meals and the grill was wonderful to have for cooking for our large crowd! I cannot say enough regarding Stuart and Freya. They promptly responded to any concerns we had and made sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay! The hot tub was not working and Stuart compensated us for the loss. He even brought us a bottle of champagne to ring in the New Year, made suggestions for where to observe fireworks, beach and restaurant recommendations and various other information for a perfect stay! The Villa’s kitchen is well appointed with anything you require, extra trash bags and paper towels and each bath had extra towels toilet paper and a hair dryer. We loved that there were plenty of sturdy beach chairs and each guest had a beach towel. I’d like to mention that all the neighbors were so welcoming and friendly to us and it was lovely to embrace their families to bring in the New Year! I would highly recommend visiting beautiful Aruba and staying at fabulous Villa Nirvana! We could not have ask for a better experience and will definitely return!! Thank you Stuart and Freya for making everything perfect! Regards, Carol”
01/04/2019
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“Vi hade en underbar vecka i huset! Väldigt bra för barnfamiljer.”
Caroline, 12/22/2018
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“This is a great property. It is quiet place with easy access to all stores and beaches. The pool is fantastic and the indoor/outdoor living spaces are better than the pictures show!”
Arlene, 12/15/2018
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“Villa Nirvana Aruba - Amazing, the house was awesome and the concierge service was even better.”
11/24/2018
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“Fijn groot huis met een mega tuin en zwembad. Erg gezellig ingedeeld en gelegen. Zeker een aanrader voor grote groepen.”
John, 11/12/2018
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“Island paradise - The villa was very beautiful and fulfilled our needs with a larger group and a larger gathering for a wedding on the island. Stuart and the team were very accommodating. The character and layout of the home is exactly as shown in the pics which worried us at first. A few things to remember for those traveling to the island...cell service and gps options are pretty rough(now where you're going ahead of time)...the villa is beautiful but the surrounding neighborhood is diverse byt safe...leaving through the airport is a nightmare...power is very expensive so expect to pay additional no matter how many people you think you have or how little you think you used. ”
09/28/2018
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“The house was just as good adverised if not better. Stuart was extremely friendly and helpful as soon as I arrived. Great location and great amenities. Highly recommended!”
Jason, 09/03/2018
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“Amazing Stay - We had a group of 12 people rent this property for our week long stay in Aruba and the house could not have been more perfect. The large dinning table on the outside patio area made it possible for us to all sit down to eat together which is rare with a group of this size. The house was a short 10min drive to the beach but also had an amazing back yard where you could lounge for the day if you choose. The house was clean and offered everything we needed for cooking. Stewart was very responsive when we called, and we would absolutely recommend this property to others.”
08/20/2018
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“Highly recommend villa nirvana - You will not be disappointed with this rental villa !! We were a family of 20, 5 adults and 5 children (ages 16 thru 111) Our favorite hangout was the pool and outdoor dining areas ! Floats , noodles lots of chairs , comfy couches , outdoor bathroom , outdoor shower ... so amazing to come home to your own private pool and relax with your family and friends . House was very clean . Beds comfortable. Loads of extras provided - beach chairs( probably could use a few more only three provided) coolers , beach towels, three different types of coffee makers , extras that normally aren’t included in a rental ( extra trash bags, loads of spices if you want to cook , bags of ice just to name a few ) Stuart was amazing !!! Really went out of his way to ensure our trip was beyou d perfect . Minor issues -ie three days into our stay bees started nests at outdoor dining area - he took care of it immediately. Went to use grill - lighter was empty - this was after we had just gone to store - he ran two over to villa - !!! Felt safe at the home, pool was cleaned twice during our stay ! Ardeline was also very helpful with local suggestions and any questions I had prior our visit ( I had a lot) THank you Ardeline, Stuart and people of Aruba ! What a wonderful place ! ”
08/02/2018
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“Special villa, special stay with family from the Netherlands!! - The villa is hopi Great! Beautiful landscaping! The villa has everything you need And specially when you are with a large group. We’ve enjoyed the dinners, the breakfasts at the large table in the veranda, the bbq, the drinks at the bar, the late night talks under the gazebo And not forget the swimming pleasure. The kids also enjoyed there stay in the villa. The contact whith stuart (Sjoerd) was , is Good And also the contact whith rentstar Aruba. The location of the house 5 min driving from the high rise hotels And beaches! When we visit Aruba again we, I ‘m sure we’ll book this villa for the second time! ”
07/31/2018
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“Aruba Family Reunion - We totally enjoyed our stay at the Villa Nirvana and our vacation in Aruba. There were 12 of us and it was wonderful to have a place that could accommodate all of us - enough bedrooms and lots of outdoor areas to gather. ”
07/19/2018
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“This house is much bigger than we expected and can easily accommodate 12. There was plenty of room for group or alone time and in a quiet residential neighborhood close to most everything. (1 .2 miles to Ocean and High Rise area) There is also a huge array of dishes, utensils and appliances in the kitchen to meet most any need. We also suggest bringing a sleeve of plastic cups as "drinks" are always flowing. Super Foods grocery store is about 1 mile away. Pool towels were also provided but it is a good idea to bring your own beach towels. We loved the little touches around the property to make it more home like. We also rented our van through Stuart and he left a Garmin with us which was a huge help. In our opinion a vehicle is a must when renting this house to explore the entire island, beaches and of course grocery store or restaurants.
The only recommendation we have is to be aware of the additional electric and water charges. Use the air conditioning only at night in the bedrooms. Ours wasn't bad, ($149 electric for the week) and no charge for water as we were within limits; but we can see how it easily could become expensive.”
Andrea, 07/07/2018
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“We had an amazing family vacation. Our whole family was able to be together yet we all had our space. The shallow end of the pool was amazing for our young grandchildren. And Stuart and his team were great hosts! Thank you for this wonderful family memory. ”
Monica, 06/30/2018
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“Great pool! Good space for large group, multiple families. Host very responsive—had issue with gas running out and was immediately addressed would definitely book here again”
Caroline, 06/23/2018
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“May 2018 - group of 11 - The house is everything the photos show it to be. <br/>The interior is great but the yard is everything at this house. It is truly amazing. <br/>I highly recommend this rental. ”
05/26/2018
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“Wedding in Aruba - Our family visited from Memphis, Tn. We were in Aruba for a wedding. Our stay in the villa was great. We were near everything shopping, restaurant s and the resort were the wedding was held. The villa was clean with everything we needed. Would stay there again. The property management were always available when needed.”
04/26/2018
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“Gorgeous house, well equipped, in a quiet street. The hosts were responsive in addressing any concerns or questions we had. I would certainly go back.”
Thais, 03/31/2018
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“Villa Nirvana was the best stay ever! We stayed there during our wedding week and it made it all the more special! We had the room to stay there with our friends and recieve guests. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was great and the pool was so fun! Also the bar in the back of the yard brought us some good times! Communication was good and quick. When we had a problem with the electricity, it was solved the next day!”
Marisa Elize, 03/26/2018
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“Beautiful home! Excellent space for housing a large group/family. Very clean”
Sasha, 03/04/2018
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“5 star place for real....This place is beautiful and big enough that your not tripping over people great location you will need to rent a car although the beach is nearby 10 min drive. We enjoyed this place so much we wanted to stay an extra week but unfortunately it was taken already thanks to Ardine for everything and your crew you’ve be very helpful when needed see you next year for sure”
Eda, 02/12/2018
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“We absolutely loved our stay at Villa Nirvana! The house has everything you can imagine. From the pool, to the rooms and kitchen, everything was spotless! Because there are different area's to hang out, the house is perfect for bigger groups (we were a group of 9 adults). We definately recommend Villa Nirvana.”
Sabine, 02/05/2018
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“Stuart's home is well worth the price paid. Amenities and location were both great. The only concern during the trip was coming back at night to Stuart leaving the back door unlocked and front door left wide open, with all lights left on after he fixed the jacuzzi when we were out. When we shared our concerns he laughed it off, told us to stay in a hotel if we wanted, and hung up on us. To remedy the situation, his assistant visited towards the end of the trip and offered to waive the utility fees and provide a late checkout which was nice. Would recommend visiting Aruba and the home but, safety and respect from the host was concerning.”
Katherine And Michael, 12/13/2017
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“Thank you Stuart and staff for making my 50th amazing”
Janean, 12/05/2017
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“This property is an outdoor haven with multiple areas to enjoy your holiday. We particularly enjoyed the hut by the pool and the outdoor bar area making this feel like our own private venue.
The fifth and sixth bedrooms are in a separate area from the main house which felt a bit disconnected but they are usable. I agree with other reviewers that there is some odor in this area. However the remaining bedrooms are sizable with attached bathrooms and very satisfactory.
A car is a must to access shopping and restaurants but most amenities are no more than 10 minutes away.
Stuart is very responsive and friendly and an excellent host. Thank you for a wonderful holiday!”
Matthew, 11/26/2017
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“This was our first ever Airbnb stay so we were a little nervous as we invested a lot in to this trip for our 10th anniversary where we were also renewing our vows. The communication once we booked with Stuart was great and continued once we hit the island until we left.
I could not have hoped for a better host experience. Stuart was always helpful and available to help with any questions we had.
The house lived up to everything we hoped for as well. Some of our best times on the trip were dinners on the patio where we had all of our family around us enjoying breakfast and the sunrise, or grilling in the afternoon before jumping back in the pool or jacuzzi for a relaxing day at home.
It was so easy as well, to hit the beach from the house, where all of the high rises, and shopping and food were. On a few nights we would also scoot over to that area to enjoy dinner, casinos, or just watching the free dance and water shows in the plaza, centered between all of the shopping and restaurants.
Using Super Food, we found everything we could want to stock the fridge for the week, including Balashi, a nice local beer for the bar in the back yard of the house.
We chose this house from the few they have available due to the need for accommodating 9 people. However, we loved it so much, we would probably get this place again with any number of people due to the amenities, proximity to everything we needed, and quiet neighbors.
Thank you Stuart for helping us make the most of this family vacation. It will truly be one we remember for a life time.”
David, 07/27/2017
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“JAGS In Aruba! - Awesome! The welcoming committee was great! ( The neighborhood dogs) Always there to greet us each day!! Everything was awesome from the staff to the amenities! Will tell all my family & friends!”
07/19/2017
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“Loved every minute of it! - The house and backyars was beautiful. We loved the goldfish at the front door and enjoyed feeding them each day. The kitchen had about everything we needed (except for salt). The only complaint was the master bed. It squeeked alot just getting in it. The backyard was so relaxing. I would lounge by the pool each morning and read. We would stay here again if we come back to Aruba. We so enjoyed Aruba and felt comfortable going anywhere on the island. Everyone was really friendly and went out of their way to please us!”
07/17/2017
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“49th Anniversary vacation home - It was utterly fantastic!!!Our family of 13 ages 2-74 totally enjoyed this beautiful home and estate. There was room to congregate, room to chill, room to have intimate conversations and group fun. The pool with the shelf was much loved by the 2 year old, as she could safely splash with her guard of all of us at the deep end. The added amenities of upscale coffee maker, popcorn maker, made all very happy. We highly recommend this place: it is hard to find a house for 13 with all it included! Mom and Dad ”
06/30/2017
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“Villa Nirvana Aruba was the perfect vacation rental - We had a wonderful stay at Villa Nirvana. We were traveling with a group of size and had ample space and privacy for everyone. The home is large, absolutely beautiful, serene, well maintained, and very conveniently located.<br/><br/>The property's description is spot on and the photos are accurate; if anything, it is even more breathtaking in person than in the photographs.<br/><br/>The home has a great layout that blends the indoors with the outdoors. We made breakfast every day at the house and dined on the patio by the pool. We even had family join us for a birthday dinner with a total of 13 people all seated comfortably at the giant patio dining table.<br/><br/>Stuart was the host for our stay and he was responsive, organized, and very friendly. Upon arrival a GPS unit with directions to the property was left with our rental car company which made navigation to the house so easy. The home was spotlessly clean and ready for our arrival. <br/><br/>I just cannot stress enough how wonderful this property is. Having our own private pool, a very well equipped kitchen, ample seating, comfort, and great touches of decor made this simply an exquisite place to stay.<br/><br/>The home is ideally located near beaches, restaurants, and supermarkets, with easy navigation. All can be reached within 5 to 10 minutes.<br/><br/>Overall, this is a great place to stay, and I highly recommend it to anyone. In the future, we will definitely stay here again.”
06/25/2017
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“Aruba 2017 family vacation - Villa Nirvana Aruba was hands down the best vacation ever for our family of 13. We had 6 teenagers and a 20 year old along with my parents and other friends. There's was plants of room for all of us and the backyard was more than enough to entertain us all. We were able to walk to dinner spots and a grocery store and were a short drive to the beach. We can't say enough about Stuart and Julia and all of the help they provided. We have been to many countries and various resorts but this was the most relaxing. We will be back! ”
06/16/2017
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“Really enjoyed our time in this beautiful home! It is spacious and affordable. I really love the pool and would highly recommend this place to my friends/family. ”
Kenneth, 04/06/2017
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“Read Information That I Previously Tried To Send - Tried so send review - wrote up around 500 words and system would not accept and crashed. Use a site for feedback that works!!!!!”
03/23/2017
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“Stuart was extremely accommodating and helpful throughout our stay. The house was in great condition, and the entire group thoroughly enjoyed their stay. We will look to re-visit this property during our next trip to Aruba.”
Jimbo, 03/11/2017
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“Most of this house is fantastic. Every room has air conditioning which is really, really nice for the tropical weather of Aruba. The AC units do drip[ inside the house though, but didn't seem to be an issue. The home itself was very comfortable with a good layout for large families. Great eating areas and great relaxing areas.
We were saddened that we couldn't really use the 2 BR apartment as it smelled so strongly of mold and cleaning products we didn't feel too comfortable sleeping in there for health reasons. The remainder of the house however was great.
The kitchen was poorly stocked though, only one small pan to make one pancake at a time on, along with next to zero things like tupperware, foild, plastic covers etc. that is normally leftover in places.
The RentStar company that handles this place was incredible on communication. They even picked up groceries for us since we got in at a late hour and would have food for the children when we got there. However check your receipt, there were items on there that we didn't ask for or receive that we ended up paying for. Also water and electricity are billed based on usage (if you go over a certain amount). We were surprised that the pool maintenance people used the house hose for about 2 hours to fill the pool a little more even though it rained almost every day we were there. Just keep an eye on that.
The home definitely has some quirks, as I assume most places especially in that type of climate do, but it was still a wonderful stay, great for families or large groups.
A few random notes -
Bring mosquito repellent.... they were out in full force.
Wifi was great
Pool seemed maintained very well
Beds were comfortable
The "heated" jacuzzi does not heat at all
Multiple things were broken (lights out, appliances not work properly etc) that the rental company claimed "just broke and they didn't want to bother us while we were there to fix it" which we didn't quite believe.
The attached apartment was not very well kept
there were some dead animals floating in a kiddie pool in the backyard with moldy water when we got there
The "crib" they proved was moldy as well, we had to get a new one.
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Ryan, 01/11/2017
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“The perfect house for a family and friends vacation with a extremely pleasant patio to hang around. The location is also very convenient as it is close to the beach, shops, restaurants and supermarkets; the neighborhood is under development. We had minor issues (i.e. AC, light bulbs, electricity going out) that were quickly solved by the host.”
Maria Angelica, 01/06/2017
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“Beautiful backyard! - Really enjoyed our days by the pool, reading in the shade and mixing drinks at the outdoor bar. Great for a small group--we would definitely come back!”
11/28/2016
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“Awesome vacation house - We had a group of 11 people stay at this house. The backyard was amazing and there was more than enough room for everyone. Everything you need is nearyby - Just about a 5 minute drive to the supermarket, beach, and downtown area. There's also a smaller grocery store and department store which are walkable too. Eric (our concierge) was very responsive and answered all of calls immediately. I would definitely recommend this place and plan on coming back again next year!”
11/25/2016
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“This is a beautiful house for a group to stay in--the outdoor space is the best part! Great hot tub--powerful jets! The pool is partially shaded, which is great for mid-day heat and avoiding sunburn. The outdoor bar is a great amenity, looks very cool at night, and many in our group loved sitting outdoors in the shade to read and relax.
Indoors was clean and a/c in bedrooms and living room worked great.
We had some confusion about the exact address, and like in most of Aruba you will find very super nice houses like this nested in areas with smaller homes and some empty lots, but the neighborhood was quiet and the house was a beautiful oasis.
The location was exactly what we were looking for--just a few minutes from the restaurant/hotel scene and beaches, as well as a great atv rental place and a huge supermarket. Everything in Aruba is very easy to get to.
Hosts were super responsive for the minor issues that needed to be addressed. We did end up having to pay a bit extra for electricity, although we did not use two of the bedrooms, but we did leave a/c on all day in the rest of the bedrooms and living room, so that might have been why. All in all, not a big deal.
Our group would definitely return!”
Maggie, 11/11/2016
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“Birthday Trip - Our experience at Villa Nirvana Aruba was incredible. The location was great and the house itself was out of this world. It was a great house for a large group and there was plenty of room for everyone and enough amenities to enjoy. The concierge, Stuart, was very friendly and was always available whenever we needed him. I would recommend this house to anyone and I would definitely stay here again. ”
11/03/2016