-
“Los anfitriones respondienron siempre en el momento y ayudaron a lo solicitado muy amables . La casa es hermosa.
El baño de la habitacion principal es el mejor de la casa, los otros dos baños son mucho mas sensillos . Su patio ideal para estar allí todo el tiempo. hermoso lugar para relajarse. El asador es ideal para usarlo todos los días super practico. vale la pena hospedarse aquí y disfrutar de la casa .
hicimos kayak y snorquel (la casa tiene varios ) esta a 18 min de baby beach q es de las más lindas playas .
La recomiendo.
Esta a un paso de fliying fishbone ... y zeerover .
pasamos días hermosos allí! gracias por todo”
Celi, 06/02/2025
-
“We had such a nice stay at Casiola Aruba's home- the dock on the water was especially wonderful and a great place for morning coffee, hanging out, swimming, snorkeling, yoga at sunset and on. There were occasional visits from neighborhood dogs and iguanas. We planned to cook and, the kitchen was well equipped (knives could use to be sharpened) but we initially struggled to make the induction stove work- Stuart and Julia were responsive to our questions and we eventually got it going. There are kayaks and pool noodles, and masks and snorkels that they generously share. We were glad for the car we rented both for outings and to get to one of the many grocery stores nearby. Ultimately, it worked well for us- and the dock was extra special. Thanks!”
Ginna, 04/16/2025
-
“Great place to stay”
Nathalie, 04/16/2025
-
“The house is amazing! Just like in the photos! We had everything we needed, including kayaks, yoga mattresses, beach towels. Staying here just makes your Aruba experience so much better. Casiola team was always quick in replying and very helpful. We just enjoyed every minute.”
Carmen, 02/14/2025
-
“Unbelievable property and very responsive owners. We will be back!”
Josh, 02/14/2025
-
“Beautiful property and amazing location. We highly recommend staying here!”
Amy, 01/13/2025
-
“Our stay at this home was absolutely fantastic! The home is incredibly lovely, well equipped and it is decorated so nicely. The outdoor area was simply magical! We had some small issues during our stay and Stuart and Julia were so quick to respond to us every time we contacted them. The area around the house can be a little busy as there is a very popular restaurant close by and there is also an infrequently used public dock but the owners have done an amazing job at privatizing the home with a gate, trees and shrubs that you hardly notice it at all.”
Lynn, 12/30/2024
-
“The villa was beautiful, exactly as described in the listing. The few problems we had were addressed in a timely fashion. Location is out of the busy part of aruba, rented a vehicle so it was a short drive to anywhere we wanted to go. Would definitely recommend this villa!!”
Melissa, 11/04/2024
-
“The ease, view and location ”
KIMBERLY, 10/13/2024
-
“I cannot say enough about this rental. Stuart and Julia are so wonderful, fast to respond, gave wonderful recommendations and just a joy to work with. The house is BEAUTIFUL! Perfect vacation in the middle of two wonderful restaurants. The water is clean and clear and sitting on the dock watching the sunset was amazing. I have truly never had an experience like this before and I have traveled all over the world. The house is well stocked with everything you need for a peaceful and fun stay. Very clean and we loved sitting outside watching the iguanas and little crabs walk around. We had a group of couples and it was perfect for everyone. We are planning on coming back in a few months. Worth every penny and more!”
Darren, 09/15/2024
-
“A really perfect home for our family. With the water access we hardly needed to leave. The home was beautiful and comfortable!”
Tim, 08/15/2024
-
“Great place overall.”
James, 03/21/2024
-
“Savanata 284 was a great place to stay outside of the crowds up north. Plenty of space and the backyard is Amazing. Loved hanging out on the dock.”
Shawn, 03/01/2024
-
“We stayed for 5 days at this little slice of paradise. The place was clean and comfortable with plenty of space. Our group spent most of the time on the dock, it is so beautifully set up. Lots of coral and fish to see right around there. There are also two great restaurants nearby: Flying fishbone and Zee Rover. Between those two restaurants and the location we didn't really leave the airbnb, we were too comfortable! Thank you Casiola for hosting us!”
Eva, 02/16/2024
-
“Amazing property on a stunning oceanfront location!! We thoroughly enjoyed the kayaks, dock and outdoor kitchen! Amazing bedrooms and perfect location within walking distance to great restaurants.
Be aware that the hosts leave minimal toiletries, 3 trash bags, and 3 dishwasher pods for a 4 night stay and plan accordingly!”
Emily, 02/06/2024
-
“When we walked through the door we were blown away with how beautiful it was. The pictures don’t do it justice. All the extra touches they did for us were spectacular. We got early checkin, and when we arrived they had the place ready with music playing. Everything was spectacular! They gave us late checkout as well which we so appreciated. We will definately be back!”
Pam, 02/01/2024
-
“+ Excellent view and bungalow in the sea
+ Very clean
+ kayaks are available
- 2 master bedrooms are walking through rooms with glass door
- Neighbor started construction works
- A lot of broken bottle glass on the beach
- on a right side abandoned land plot where locals drink and smoke marijuana”
Michael, 01/16/2024
-
“We had a few minor hiccups but they were rainy forgotten by how quickly they were resolved and how amazing the location was. We definitely want to come back. ”
Erika, 11/29/2023
-
“Very nice vacation home! We had really good time!”
Andrew, 10/14/2023
-
“Loved the quiet and on ocean location! It was a great property with a ton of amenities. Would recommend highly and may stay again!”
James, 10/07/2023
-
“Great place to stay! Right on the water, fun in the sun, they had kayaks, snorkels, plenty of room and the place was comfy.
We got the private chef they recommended and it was a major highlight. Very much a great meal and time with the chef.
We were very happy with the accomodations. The water never got hot but we didn’t mind, and you have to understand that they are using on demand water, and to not worry about that stuff. We spent most of our time enjoying the spaces and the rest of Aruba.
I spent an entire day in a hammock drinking beer by the ocean while my wife spent time in the water and we watched the locals wakeboard and even saw the coast guard float by. Was very relaxing and I was as snug as a bug.
Would book again!”
James, 10/07/2023
-
“We had a small problem with the A/C on arrival. They had it fixed right away! Everything was as we expected. Truly a beautiful place. My friends and I had a much needed vacation that was perfect.
I would highly recommend this place!”
Phillip, 09/18/2023
-
“I highly recommend staying at Stewart and Julia’s place it was a five-star experience immaculate on the inside plenty of space for all of us the outside space was our favorite they recommended a private chef we had an outdoor sunset dinner and went for a swim off of the tiki hut”
Ann Marie, 07/26/2023
-
“We had a fabulous time staying here with 4 kids and 2 grandkids! Our favorite spots were the dock over the water as well as the spacious living/dining room. If I could give one disappointment, it would be the mattress in the master bedroom. It was much harder than we used to, but we were able to manage it for a few nights. Overall, the house and property were STUNNING, and we would definitely stay there again in the future! I highly recommend this property if you are looking for a relaxing home with options for nearby adventures and great food!”
Rachel, 04/29/2023
-
“We had a great week. Stuart and Julia were very responsive when we had questions. The house was great, very peaceful and relaxing. walking distance to a couple good restaurants. Love the hammocks and the outdoor kitchen.”
Robin, 04/24/2023
-
“Aruba is my favorite vacation destination and we always stay in the hotels! On that note, this was my first time renting a vacation home and I am a big fan. The host for sure made the experience worth it!
Highly recommend this place for those who are on the fence!”
Ben, 04/10/2023
-
“This place was beyond magical! The outdoor oasis was heavenly. They had 4 kayaks, snorkels, tubes, & a cooler. Restaurant was right next door and they had a cute island to explore across the way. I highly recommend a stay here.”
April, 01/17/2023
-
“First of all we LOVED the home, and having our own tiki hut out over the water is what we enjoyed the most! And the use of the kayak\'s was a huge bonus! We would love to stay here again and plan to return to Aruba in the future.
It was confusing about getting the key to access the home, basically we just needed the actual key for the gate, and a code to open the door.
For a 10 day stay I do feel that we should have been provided more toilet paper, laundry soap and clean towels. Bath soap and kleenex would have been nice too. Maybe a shower curtain of some sort, in the separate bathroom too. My daughter and son-in-law used it and said that everything gets so wet in that bathroom when taking a shower.
Overall, we loved your house, the location, and how easy it was to check in and out. Loved being able to walk to the two close restaurants to eat. Their food was so good! Hopefully we will be able to stay with you again in the future! Loved Aruba!! And I will post a good review and recommend your house on the Vrbo site, and we will be recommending it to our friends and relatives. Thank you so much for making our stay so memorable!
”
Connie, 12/11/2022
-
“What a gem. We just got back from 5 days in this house, mostly spent on the heavenly over water palapa. The house has a unique style and and even more unique layout, but the owners have clearly put a lot of resources into the wonderful outdoor space - the outdoor kitchen is recently updated with nice appliances (though we were too busy enjoying the island's restaurants to use it!) and the palapa is in amazingly well put together and maintained. We spent so man hours out there relaxing, reading and swimming. There is even decent snorkeling around the dock and the neighbor's dock - we saw TONS of fish, an octopus, brittle stars and lobsters. though also a stonefish and several sea urchins, so keep your eyes peeled!
We would stay here again in a heart beat, although the mattresses vary in quality from room to room and I would encourage the master bed mattress be upgraded sooner rather than later. Thanks so much for sharing your piece of heaven.”
Molly, 11/28/2022
-
“The home is amazing! Pictures didn’t do it justice! The check in process was non existent- which would have been helpful! We didn’t know about the gate closure until the last few days as the location is right at the entrance for the flying Fishbone restaurant and there is a lot of traffic- there was a blown fuse that affected the hot water and the dish washer that took us a couple days to figure out. So we all had cold showers -
Last couple of days the cockroaches appeared - we assume it’s more of an environmental issues than a cleaning issue- all of these were easily overlooked because of the back area and dock! Which is where we spent the majority of our time when at the house ”
Kelly, 11/16/2022
-
“The pictures don’t do it justice! The back yard was the best part! We spent the majority of our time on the dock!! Just amazing!!”
Kelly, 11/15/2022
-
“This was our second time staying at this location and i cant wait to book our next visit. ”
James, 09/10/2022
-
“Amazing Villa with beautiful beach! The house is fantastic and Stuart & Julia were great hosts, very helpful with everything we needed.
The beachfront backyard is amazing and the outdoor kitchen is perfect for entertaining. Stuart & Julia also helped us arrange private chefs and various other helpful items.
Would definitely stay here again!”
Jake, 09/05/2022
-
“What a great stay! We had such an amazing time. The accommodations were incredible and Stuart and Julia were fantastic hosts. The dock and private beach will leave you speechless. The locals are nothing short of amazing. Thank you guys and we look forward to seeing you again soon. Biba Dushi…”
Shaylin, 08/26/2022
-
“This property is beautiful. The pictures are so accurate but to see it in person is awe inspiring. My friend an i loved staying there and would stay there again.”
Cynthia, 05/23/2022
-
“True Paradise - The house was well appointed and beautiful. But the real deal was the outside. We spent most of the week on the private dock laying in a hammock or comfy lounge. We took some of the kayaks across the water and found a little lagoon that had more fish than I have ever seen snorkeling. We loved walking to Flying Fishbone, a great restaurant on the water. ”
11/29/2021
-
“The house was absolutely stunning. The pictures very accurately depict the view and living areas. As someone most likely traveling with a large party here’s some things you need to know about the house:
The single twin bed is located in a small closet like space attached to the master bedroom. It would be ideal for a young child traveling with adults- but for others it may be an awkward room set up as it’s only accessible door is not in the hallway and therefore you must walk into the master to get to it.
There are VERY limited outlets in the house. There are no outlets in the bathrooms, so if you’re a woman like me who wants to blow dry your hair, be prepared to get ready in the main living room or kitchen.
The wifi is sometimes spotty. Hopefully the line will be replaced by the time of your travel, but during our stay we had many issues. I mention this only for travelers to be prepared if you are not purchasing a international phone plan or bringing your own Mifi/Hotspot device.
Lastly, the home is located on the South side of the island whereas many of the nightlife, restaurants, casinos, etc. is located North so be prepared to drive and sometimes wait awhile for taxis.
However, Casiola’s employees are FANTASTIC at providing you with a timely response and are very willing to fix any issue or question you may have!!
We very much enjoyed our stay and definitely would recommend!”
Devon, 11/19/2021
-
“Amazing , Charming , Clean ... Definitely recommend it for Family trips with kids !”
Arthur, 09/29/2021
-
“1980s oasis - This home is extremely beautiful and located in one of the best places on the island if you are interested in gorgeous blue waters and seclusion but also being close to some of the finest restaurants in Aruba. We are not big fans of large touristy crowds and I chose this home for my husband’s 40th surprise birthday. We were thrilled with the location and the cleanliness of this home. The dock and outdoor space are absolutely breathtaking. They only minor drawback is the dated home decor. It felt very 1980s/Miami Vice, which made it sort of funny for this group of 40 year olds �� But again very well-maintained and clean. And the spot literally cannot be beat.”
09/28/2021
-
“This house is out of the hustle of palm beach and is truly a piece of paradise in a small town. Kayak or snorkel right off the deck. Watch the most beautiful sunsets from the pier or jump under the hut if it rains. The house has everything you need! We all loved this vacation. Aruba is windy though!”
Teah, 07/24/2021
-
“WOW! What a stay. The view, amenities, and home all exceeded our expectations. Thank you Julia & Stuart for sharing your amazing home with us. Their communication was on point and the one small problem we had with the hot water was fixed within hours. We are already talking about our visit next year. Make sure to try Zeerovers and Flying Fishbone which are both within walking distance. Okay 10/10 experience and would absolutely recommend this stay!!”
Courtney, 07/18/2021
-
“Wonderful place, exactly as seen in the pictures, our hosts took very good care of us!”
Katherine, 07/12/2021
-
“Wonderful Family Getaway - The property was amazing and had everything we needed to spend everyday snorkeling, kayaking and just relaxing. The hosts were wonderful and answered all calls and emails immediately. Stewart was very helpful and quick to respond to a minor need we had! The house was spacious and well equipped for our family of 7. We will be returning! ”
06/22/2021
-
“Outstanding! - Our stay at villa Rosanna was just perfect.,Upon arrival the house was super clean. My family loved the location and we spent many hours on the deck under the palapa.If felt so relaxed. We were swimming and snorkeling and kayaking on a daily basis..,My teenage kids loved the house, we will hopefully return in the future. The service provided by Julia, Stuart and Justin was superbThank you!!!”
06/14/2021
-
“Amazing views & Incredible outdoor space! - My husband and I stayed for 6 days in March. It was AMAZING. The property is south of the airport, no by the main town. We had stayed up at the hotels during this trip and wanted to get out of the "tourist" area to enjoy the island a bit more naturally. <br/><br/>This property was PERFECT. It has an amazing outdoor space. Private beach. Great BBQ & outdoor dining area and our FAVORITE part was the covered deck on the dock. We spent all day every day hanging out there. <br/><br/>The property also had great kayaks and outdoor items, laundry, plenty of space. Kitchen was well stocked for cooking. <br/><br/>If you are looking for great views, peaceful stay and spending time outdoors this place is perfect! ”
03/31/2021
-
“Amazing Villa!!! - Villa is absolutely amazing! Privacy and private beach are incredible. 2 minute walk to Flying Fishbone and Zeerovers which are both fantastic. Villa has all the amenities and water toys to make you feel right at home. There was nothing we wanted that was not already supplied. Property management team is first class, not only with communication, but with supplying all the info needed for the villa as well as the island. Will def be back! Thank you!”
03/29/2021
-
“Perfect Island Getaway - The house was amazing! Enjoyed the deck and outside kitchen the most. It was great to cook the guys fish they caught on their fishing trip on the grill.The sun sets were beautiful! Julia, Stuart, and Jystin are wonderful. Villa Rossana is the PREFECT getaway!!”
03/14/2021
-
“Perfect place for relaxing!! The house is beautiful and the outdoor kitchen is amazing!! Thank you for sharing your home with us! We will be back!!”
Rebecca, 12/20/2020
-
“Perfect island getaway with great service - From first contact to final checkout, working with Julia, Stuart, and Justin at Rentstar was actually an enjoyable process. They clearly love what they do and were super helpful and accommodating every step of the way. As for the house, we couldn't have asked for a better property or location. The house met our needs perfectly for 6 adults and 2 children. Staying at Villa Rossana gave us the privacy and quietness we wanted with EASY access to the rest of Aruba's amenities. The island is small so you're never very far away from anything. Our hub of activity and relaxation was the private dock. Out there every morning, we'd watch sunrise together and in the evening, we'd enjoy sunset together. Kayaking to the local reef islands was a blast, especially Sea Glass Isle. We knew that is what is was called, but has NO IDEA what that meant until we were there. One morning, we left early to Tres Trapi Steps (a short 25 min. away) to snorkel and see some sea turtles (we saw 4). After a few hours there, we came back to the villa for a late breakfast with tropical smoothies for everyone, then took naps on the dock in the hammocks, couches and lounge chairs with the sound of the wind and the water to fall asleep to. That afternoon, we headed out again for a 90-min horseback ride on the north coast with Gold Mine Ranch (18 min away). Other activities included jet skiing with Frank's Watersports at Eagle Beach, self-guided ATV riding along the north coast with a great company called Arubiana. A major highlight was lunch at The Dutch Pancake House before a 4-hour sail and snorkel with the private charter boat Tranquilo. In the evenings, we'd review our videos and photos from the day in the comfy living room with large TV. We all found Savaneta to feel very safe. The villa's outside shower and bathroom made it easier to keep sand and wet out of the main house. The house was very clean and smelled great on arrival. Villa Rossana is a perfect island getaway.”
12/14/2020
-
“The stay was beyond amazing. My boyfriend and friends had a wonderful birthday and weekend .
Very luxurious , right up our alley.
Stuart and Julia you both are kind and patient and with so much going on in Airbnb’s around the world . We felt very safe and comfortable. Thank you so much .”
Mariah, 11/10/2020
-
“Thanks to Julia and Stuart for being amazing hosts! Super quick responsiveness. The place is amazing as well. Walking distance to zeerover and flying fishbone. Couldn't have asked for a better place to have our vacation”
Jasen, 09/23/2020
-
“The PERFECT Ladies Getaway - The pictures don't do this property justice. This is the most relaxing and convenient home. You are steps away from the water. The water isn't crazy deep and makes it very safe and convenient to snorkel or kayak (equipment included). We saw the entire cast of Finding Nemo (minus the sharks) right below the dock. The house is within walking distance of two amazing restaurants. It's sparkling clean and the staff is very attentive. Stay here!!!!! Ohh.. and I will be back!”
03/17/2020
-
“LOCATION IS AMAZING!!! - Had a very relaxing time with an amazing view of the ocean. Property had 3 kayaks, which were great, but only 1 life vest. Yoga mats to practice on the pier, which was great. Property managers were very attentive and helpful. Walked to Flying Fishbone for dinner, which I highly recommend. Baby Beach is a short drive and a great place to snorkle. Given the location, you definately need a rental car. Location is off the beaten path. If you are buying groceries, need to go to the large supermarket northwest of the house.”
03/15/2020
-
“Beautiful house, very complete, beds were comfortable, kitchen was well stocked, we had plenty of towels, the outdoors area was very nice. Freya was very nice and she was waiting for us when we arrived, as well as checking us out. Internet was a bit weak, unless we were in the kitchen where the repeater was, fortunately we had a data plan.”
Fabiola, 03/06/2020
-
“Fabulous place - What an amazing place! We often said to each other: This is the nicest place on the island. The cabana and the pier are in the water and there is always a nice wind blowing. You can enjoy it very much in the sun!<br/>The interior of this villa is luxurious, but old-fashioned. But never mind, you will only sleep inside. ”
02/26/2020
-
“Een fantastische plek. Het interieur van dit huis is zeer luxe, maar wel wat verouderd. Dat maakt echter niets uit, want buiten is het perfect. Geweldige Cabana, eigen strandje en steiger waar altijd een heerlijk windje waait. Zeer de moeite waard.”
Alain, 02/24/2020
-
“This place is amazing. The pictures are accurate but also can't convey how beautiful it is! We stayed for a week as 6 adults. There was enough space to not be tripping over each other, plus each couple had their own bathroom. I would recommend staying here.
Facilities: the bedrooms are reasonably sized with 3 rooms that have double beds, 3 indoor bathrooms with showers and a kitchen that has everything you would need (blender, coffee maker, plastic items for outside and kids, plus tons of cups and pots/pans for cooking). There was even coffee and filters already there for us, which made our first morning. The place was immaculate. There were 2 towels per person one for the beach and one for the shower, which we really liked. Hand soap, dish soap and laundry soap were all available as well.
Outside facilities: WOW! this place was amazing, lots of places to us to be, both in the shade and in the sun. My favourite place was in the hammock on the cabana. There were floaties, snorkel gear, and kayaks. We enjoyed jumping off the dock, but there is a place to walk into the water as well. It was incredible to have our own beach and loungers.
Location: Savaneta is away from the tourist area, however it is an easy drive to get anywhere on the island. Baby Beach and San Nicolas are close and worth a visit. There are 2 restaurants (Zeerovers and Flying Fishbone) that are a 2 min walk and both very good. There are places to buy food within 5 min drive or walking distance if you want. The options are limited and a bit pricey so we went into Oranjestaad to the Superfood (20min drive) which had everything from booze to dutch cheese.
Hospitality: Top notch. Very responsive to our inquiries. Freya is the concierge and she was very helpful. She gave us lots of local information and can help you with whatever you need. She was sweet and even checked to see if we needed anything part way through the week via text.
Overall this place made for a perfect week in Aruba.”
Tiffany, 02/16/2020
-
“ Beautiful Home - This setting is gorgeous! The house is very well appointed with tasteful decorations and well equipped kitchen, nice assortment of games, snorkeling gear, etc. They obviously have turned the master bedroom closet into the fourth bedroom so there is no place to store clothes (believe it or not) in the 4th bedroom as it is too small for a bed and dresser; but it also meant there was no place to hang clothes at all in the master bedroom. There is a nice large cabinet with plenty of shelves to place your clothes, but just be prepared to not hang clothes in the master. There are no outlets in any of the bathrooms, so you have to dry your hair in the living room in front of one of the beautiful mirrors. The second bedroom's bath is so small you have to squeeze by the sink to get to the toilet, and there is no place other than the window sill to put your essentials. All of that is bearable because of the beautiful view! Food is very expensive but that is what you expect on islands where everything is shipped in, and drinks at every restaurant we went to were very, very watered down as far as alcohol content is concerned. My husband and I met up with three of our grown children and their spouses and had a wonderful week. Thanks! ”
01/27/2020
-
“Villa Rossana - We had a great time in Aruba at Villa Rossana,and Stuart and Julia at RentStar were great! They truly went way beyond our expectations to make our stay awesome, and the villa location away from the crowds, in Savaneta added to the enjoyment.<br/><br/>Thanks for a wonderful time, Julia and Stuart!!! ”
01/16/2020
-
“Paradise Found - We could not have had a better experience. Everything was absolutely perfect. ”
12/20/2019
-
“Hands down one of the best Airbnbs we have ever stayed at. The property is stunning, clean, and fully equipped. The owners even dropped off an appliance we asked about having within an hour of the inquiry - they were extremely kind, responsive and professional the entire time. We could not have asked for a better experience. I HIGHLY recommend staying here! It's a private paradise in paradise!”
Jeanette, 12/15/2019
-
“This is one of the most beautiful places I've ever stayed. Felt like a king. Absolutely amazing. I would move here if I could.”
Alex, 12/01/2019
-
“Great in all ways. Great food in walking distance, spotless inside, awesome views, and great service from the owners. Thank you all.”
Joseph, 11/17/2019
-
“This house is even more beautiful in person and the outdoor space is out of a dream! The private cabana was where we spent most of our time. The host was very responsive and answered all of our questions before and during our stay. You won’t be disappointed!”
Damien, 08/13/2019
-
“Gorgeous private beach retreat - The property is more beautiful in person. Very expansive grounds. We were 2 families traveling with teenagers and we were never in each other's way. Another reviewer had commented on the place really being a 3 bedroom. Let me just say that the bedroom with a single twin bed is accessed via the master, and contained within. It's small but does have its own door for some privacy. I have 1 teenage son, so he didn't mind this being the set up. As others have mentioned, the palapa on the water makes this place. We spent so much time out there. How convenient to walk outside and be on your own private beach. You can arrange to have groceries stocked before your arrival. We even had a private chef come, made the most delicious meal, served at the long table out on the beach during sunset. Doesn't get much better than that. The island itself isn't too big. So we never felt inconvenienced as nothing was a long drive. Baby beach is a short drive south, with crystal blue water. Downtown is a short drive to the north, and serves as gateway to the low-rise and high rise hotel, nightlife of Palm and Eagle Beaches. Airport is 10 minutes away. The villa is a nice quiet retreat but yet close enough to the touristy areas. We only packed half of what we needed as there is a laundry room on premises as well. The front gated driveway was huge! Big enough that my son was able to bring his street hockey sticks and strike up a game. The home is within walking distance to Zeerovers (off the boat fresh fried fish, very casual) and on the other side, more traditional menu at the Flying Fishbone. Best location for sunset! The 2 most adorable pups live next door. Ardeline at Rentstar is a pleasure to work with. Very patient and kind. The villa has the most amazing water views from almost every room, the minute you step in the door. After a couple days, it almost felt like we were on a boat, with the way the villa is setup. This place is paradise. We were sad to leave but hope to return someday!”
07/29/2019
-
“This house is amazing, and the hosts are very responsive. It really is like your own private resort and beach. The backyard views are perfect, and the deck and water access are great for swimming in the ocean, snorkeling, kayaking (which the house provides), relaxing and enjoying a quieter area of Aruba (exactly what our party of couples were seeking). The house location in Savaneta is right between 2 good restaurants in Aruba as well (Flying Fishbone and Zeerovers, both are within walking distance). While the house sleeps nine, we had six (3 couples) and it was extremely comfortable and plenty of space for a week. I'm not sure if it would feel the same with 1 extra couple which would have made it eight but no fourth bedroom. Nonetheless, it is a very big and spacious house w/ a very updated kitchen (or weber grill for outside cooking), private parking, lots of areas to eat inside and out, and an outdoor area w/ sun or shade that is probably the best feature of this house. The house invites you with the theme "A dream come true" and once you venture to the backyard it really is.”
Matthew, 07/22/2019
-
“It is a beautiful location and the pictures do not do it justice. There are really only three bedrooms with a pull out bed in the living room. The backyard where we spent all our time makes the whole place. We are planning on going back.”
Robert, 06/15/2019
-
“Amazing house. We all loved the cabana. It made our vacation. Will be back”
Tyler, 04/29/2019
-
“What a great week! Where to begin? I’ll start with the outdoor space- it’s perfection. We woke up and had family breakfasts outside on the large table, then drank our coffee under the palapa. The palapa was amazing- the hammock was a favorite! Plenty of space to lounge in shade or sun, or play games (we brought cards and dominoes).
The kids loved floating on the tubes and snorkeling right off the dock.
The house was spacious and the kitchen was fully equipped for every family meal.
I would note that one bedroom with a twin sized bed is located within the master bedroom itself- ideal for a baby or nursing mom, but not ideal for anyone seeking ultimate privacy. So if you don’t need privacy or don’t need that room then you’re all set!
We got a good deal on a car rental that was suggested to us. It was about 20 minutes drive from the airport to get to the rental location. If you don’t mind the ride then it’s a good option.
Be sure to stop at super foods before you come to the house. It’s close to the car rental. This grocery store really is the only one with food everything you’ll need- so stock up for the week! There’s also a liquor store inside. Be sure to get sunscreen (couldn’t find the spray version anywhere else), bath soap, shampoo, dishwasher soap, laundry pods, as they are not provided.
There’s also a fish market around the corner from the grocery store- definitely grab some fresh fish.
We chartered a boat one day and snorkeled around the ww2 ship wreck. It was a favorite activity for all of us.
Flying Fishbone is a restaurant a few houses down- it’s great! Some tables are actually in the water but you need to call about a month ahead for reservations at the water tables. Either way- a reservation is a good idea, as it’s a popular spot with great views and food. Pincho’s was another great food spot for food but it was a little drive. Nice views. Make a reservation.
Other than dinner and our boat trip we didn’t venture out much- the property had everything we needed to relax and unwind.
Property management was always available and very friendly and helpful.
There is a public dock next door so you can expect people launching boats and fishing. Although the property backs up to the water we would suggest keeping the house locked at night even from the water side as people can wade over onto the property.
Don’t hesitate to stay here! It was a great experience for us!”
Anita, 04/11/2019
-
“Very quiet, private and beautiful house. Back cabana is amazing. House is better than pictures show. The best grocery store is a 25 minute drive but worth it. Buy lots of extra ice as the ice maker can’t keep up. Enjoy”
Kylee, 03/23/2019
-
“Absolutely stunning place to spend a week. Beautiful house, beautiful ocean view. Would highly recommend to others, and Stuart was exceptionally professional and helpful with any questions we had.”
Kyle, 03/03/2019
-
“This house is more beautiful in person. The landscape and views are breathtaking and you will never want to leave the house. We stayed for 5 days and left the house only 3 times. It’s worth every penny”
Angel, 01/31/2019
-
“Nice home and access to private beach. A bit away from the downtown area. Overall, nice stay.”
Brittiany, 01/21/2019
-
“Perfect place for the perfect get away! - Outstanding property in even a better location away from the bustle of the tourist area of Aruba. The house comes with a couple kayaks and snorkel gear that you can use right off the private dock/gazebo. The house is within walking distance of two of the island’s best seafood restaurants. I’ll definitely stay again!! Oh, the best sunset viewing location on the entire island is the private dock in the back yard! ”
11/04/2018
-
“Great host and great house in a wonderful location. Would definitely re book in the future. Highly recommended!”
Sasha, 10/13/2018
-
“Do it ...best bang for the buck! Location is awesome”
Alex, 10/08/2018