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Carmel, US
Reviewed: Aug 1, 2018
Property Manager
Awesome! Extremely friendly and always willing to assist.
Property
Everything was perfect, just like last year,
THANK YOU, EVERYONE!! REPLY: Thank you, hope to see you next year!
View Property: Z-Shalymar
William
Huntington beach, US
Reviewed: Jul 30, 2018
Property Manager
Everyone was very helpful and nice.
Property
the property was excellent. Clean, stocked, A/C was excellent, comfortable beds, I cant think of a thing I would change. It was a great trip we will surely do again.
Take care
REPLY: We are happy you enjoyed the home, thank you very much!
View Property: Casa Tortuga
Keleigh
Reviewed: Jul 30, 2018
Property Manager
Property
I cannot overstate how awesome the Sunset Beach House is! We travelled with 21 people for my brother's wedding (which was held on the gorgeous beach in front of the house) and rented the entire property, the apartment behind, and a couple of other nearby properties.
The grounds are gorgeous and all your needs have been considered and accounted for. Hibiscus blooms abound and you'll see hummingbirds, butterflies and macaws flying around. At dusk and dawn, speedy bats fly all over filling up on mosquitos. There's a hummingbird feeder with tiny showy birds flitting all over, and a house cat who comes around. There are also healthy local dogs who come by and hang out.
Johnny, the caretaker, is absolutely amazing. He took great care of all 21 of us the whole time, picking fresh mangoes and coconuts from the property's trees for us to enjoy, cutting open a coconut and popping a straw in for delicious fresh coconut milk, sweeping the sand off the bar and walking paths, raking the beach, building beach bonfires for us, setting up a volleyball net, and even bringing out an oscillating fan and holding it for us to clear out the smoke and heat one hot night as we grilled on the huge gorgeous BBQ grills in the bar area. He unlocked the "toy chest" and bar refrigerator every morning before we awoke and locked them up after we went to bed. Johnny made an already fantastic experience absolutely incredible!
The house itself is well appointed with icy a/c in every room, fans in all the outdoor spaces, a gorgeous deck, modern appliances and bathrooms, a fully functional kitchen (although the only two drawbacks are that the knives are very dull and there is no dishwasher, but I really can't complain.) The beds are comfortable, the water heater kept up with our giant group, and there are plenty of hammocks scattered around to keep everyone comfortable and happy.
It's easy to cook at the house - the kitchen has everything you'll need and the bar has a huge gleaming BBQ grill. The kitchen (and all the bathrooms) provide bottled water, and there's even a filtered water ice maker in the outside bar.
We spent most evenings at the bar outside or at the end of the dock catching the ocean breezes. There's even a very popular hammock on the dock as well. The reef is close enough to swim, and it's gorgeous snorkeling. I'd strongly recommend one of the house's paddleboards or kayaks to get out there so you're more visible to the water taxi traffic that you'll have to cross to get to the reef.
We easily walked back and forth between the house and both the West End and West Bay. West End is great for shopping, little bars and fun places to eat. West Bay is more upscale and has the best beach around and also great restaurants. Technically the water taxis stop running around 6pm, but we were always able to find one at West End up until 9pm.
While in Roatan, make sure and visit Victor Bodden's and play with the monkeys and hold the sloth and brave the ziplines. Book directly through them for the best price. The people there were great too!
To make a long story short, the Sunset Beach House is simply the best place to stay on Roatan. You will be SPOILED!
View Property: Z-Sunset House
Oscar
San Dimas , US
Reviewed: Jul 28, 2018
Property Manager
Fernando and Sheila were amazing and very friendly. The staff, from the cleaning ladies to the grounds keepers and security were very hospitable and helpful.
Property
A home in paradise. A kind African Caribbean culture that reminds us of traditional good food and meso-american history. The best Caribbean food (conch soup and pescado frito) and baliadas (a local favorite). Best beach for relaxing and snorkeling. Safe, beautiful and family oriented. REPLY: Thank you for your great review, we hope to have you back!
View Property: Tres Hermanas Owners Suite
Ilona
Palo Alto, US
Reviewed: Jul 21, 2018
Property Manager
Great team!! Very friendly, helpful & knowledgeable.
Property
Love the view, the location is excellent & the new couch is super comfy. Wish there was a generator for when power outages occur. The unit could also use some new flatware & better quality non stick cooking pans as well as new placemats & coasters. REPLY: Thank you, we will be making upgrades next month when the owners come! We look forward to seeing you again soon.
View Property: Z-Varadero
Katiana
yazoo City, US
Reviewed: Jul 18, 2018
Property Manager
From the moment we arrived, our check in was simple, quick and easy, our neighbors were WONDERFUL, the security guards were lovely, the area was sprayed for mosquitos and we were really comfortable the entire time. Location was perfect, water taxis were steps away from our place and the snorkeling was out of this world. Missing Roatan and our monkey lala upper home.
REPLY: Thank you for such a great review! We hope to have you back to your Monkey LaLa Upper home soon!
Property
From the moment we arrived, our check in was simple, quick and easy, our neighbors were WONDERFUL, the security guards were lovely, the area was sprayed for mosquitos and we were really comfortable the entire time. Location was perfect, water taxis were steps away from our place and the snorkeling was out of this world. Missing Roatan and our monkey lala upper home.
View Property: Tres Hermanas Owners Suite
Jeffrey
Aurora, US
Reviewed: Jul 17, 2018
Property Manager
The team was great to work with. Will definitely be back. REPLY: Thank you, we look forward to seeing you again!
Property
Loved the Boat house owners suite.
REPLY: Thank you!
View Property: Boat House-Beach Suite
Angela
League City, US
Reviewed: Jul 16, 2018
Property Manager
Thank you you all are the best, friendly, very helpful with everything,
Property
The house was beautiful, we had everything we needed, we will come back it was a Wonderful Vacation,thank you again.
REPLY: Thank you, we look forward to seeing you the next time!
View Property: Z-Shalymar
Suzanne
Reviewed: Jul 16, 2018
Property Manager
We were travelling with a young child who locked the bathroom and shut the door as he left. We called Island House and they arrived within 15 minutes and opened the door within 5 minutes. They were EXTREMELY friendly and kind! Also upon check-in, we were provided with several excellent ideas for dinner and beach spots on the island that we wouldn't have found on our own!
Property
Annabel House itself is a beautiful home with everything you need to relax. We were travelling with 3 adults, 2 toddlers and a teenager. We each were able to find our own space in the house for privacy and relaxation. The hammocks on the wraparound porch are IDEAL for naps! I tried to read in the hammocks each day but the breeze cooled me and rocked me to sleep each time. The view from the deck and the sounds of the ocean are unmatched!
REPLY: Thank you, we are happy you enjoyed Annabel and your stay with us!
View Property: Annabel
Richard
NEW BRAUNFELS, US
Reviewed: Jul 14, 2018
Pamela
Houston, US
Reviewed: Jul 14, 2018
John
Reviewed: Jul 10, 2018
Property Manager
Island House (guest services) took care of all of my needs; they were friendly and easy to work with, and everything went smoothly from beginning to end.
Property
I spent three weeks at Annabel in January, 2018 its a comfortable and spacious island home, overlooking the sea, and a GREAT value compared to a hotel. Located in one of the best neighborhoods on Roatan, Annabel offers close-by shopping, diving, restaurants, beaches, and other activities. Youll definitely enjoy your time at Annabel! REPLY: Thank you for your great review, we hope to have you back with us soon.
View Property: Annabel
Avery
Roxbury, US
Reviewed: Jul 10, 2018
Property Manager
Everyone was super friendly and helpful, and we very much enjoyed talking with all the staff.
Property
It was amazing and beautiful. A perfect place for children to enjoy, and the gardens are impeccable. We also liked how the houses include information and resources for recycling, but we thought there could be more emphasis and information about the natural resources on the island. We will come back another time! REPLY: Thank you very much, we are happy you enjoyed yourselves. We look forward to having you back!
View Property: Flip Flops
Luisa
Guatemala, GT
Reviewed: Jul 9, 2018
Property Manager
This is my 5th time in West Bay, I recomend 100% Island House Vacation to have a great experience in Roatan. Beach is beutiful, houses are confortable and well kept, service and staff are great!!! The location is the best in Roatan!! We will come back every time we can!!! REPLY: It is always a pleasure to have you and your family stay with us. We look forward to the next time!
Property
We love West Bay Village!! all houses have their charm!! this is our Happy Place in the World!!!
View Property: Boat House-Beach Suite
Miriam
Fairfield, US
Reviewed: Jul 5, 2018
Property Manager
Property
The house is beautiful, very spacious, ocean views are amazing! location is a little far from the town, but close to Infinity Bay.
View Property: House on the Hill
Laura
Florence, US
Reviewed: Jul 5, 2018
Property Manager
Very friendly. I tried to figure most things out by myself, but when I finally had to call for assistance, I realized I should have called earlier- they were so very warm and helpful.
Property
I love this place and would stay here again. Only things I would point out are regarding outside maintenance of grounds, there is some litter at the driveway entrance that is not a nice welcome- also, the hammocks on the beach need to be replaced. I believe they are noted in the property description so regardless of whose they are they ought to be functional and they arent. REPLY: Thank you for your observations. We've talked to the caretaker about the garbage and hope to have new hammocks very soon. We hope to have you back!
View Property: Bayside Villas 1A
Olivier
Porsgrunn, NO
Reviewed: Jul 3, 2018
Property Manager
Friendly and effective house manager.
Property
The property and its surrounding over exceeded my expectation. We had a great stay at the Bonito house beach, spacious, and clean house and well managed by friendly Tammy. Located between West End and West bay, its a nice walk to either place. It was rather difficult to found the place, but without a physical address, our taxi driver managed to found this little gem by the water. I definetly recommand it. REPLY: Thank you for your kind review, we hope to have you back!
View Property: Bonito Beach House
Wayne G
Reviewed: Jul 3, 2018
Property Manager
Fantastic, Shanna was great, knowledgeable & quick replies.
Property
200 feet from the water, two doors down from the Clearwater Dive Shop and halfway between West Bay and West End. This little gem is where you want to be for a quiet getaway, good diving and easy access to the nightlife and restaurants in both nearby communities!! We rented a little motorcycle to get around but also walked both ways up and down the beach to both communities. It was less than a 15 minute walk to West Bay and about 20 minutes to West End and there lots of stopping points along the way. We plan on staying here again!! REPLY: We're happy you enjoyed your stay and look forward to having you back. Thank you!
View Property: Bonito Beach House
Margie
Reviewed: Jul 1, 2018
Property Manager
Spot on.
Property
I loved everything about it. My room was pretty with great views of the ocean and tropical foliage. The air conditioning worked great. The kitchen was very usable and I fixed a lot of meals. I shopped at Eldon's. Be sure to find out where it is. Also, one night I went down to Beacher's Club on the West Bay beach and listened to Bryan James. Just Wonderful! Everyone was so friendly. Roatan is great, and "Annabel" is the best rental. (I travel a lot, so I should know.)
View Property: Annabel
Eleonora
Boise, US
Reviewed: Jun 30, 2018
Property Manager
The staff was very friendly and accommodating.
Property
Casa Martin is my favorite place on the island, the best view, the best location for snorkeling, very short walk along the beach to a variety of restaurants. I highly recommend it!
View Property: Casa Martin
Stacy
Reviewed: Jun 26, 2018
Property Manager
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Tortuga House! Everyone we spoke/emailed with was vey helpful and very friendly from booking, to arranging transportation from the airport, check in to check out! Shanna was extremely helpful with local information and Fernando was very friendly and our local connection for activities/suggestions in lining up paddle boarding. The security guys were also super friendly and reassuring that we had a safe and relaxing stay!
Property
We will definitely be back to stay with Island House because of the location in West Bay, close to the beach, and how incredibly helpful the entire staff was. We look forward to our next trip and thank you again for making it a very special vacation!!
Antonio
Dos Hermanas, ES
Reviewed: Jun 24, 2018
Mark
Willis, US
Reviewed: Jun 18, 2018
Property Manager
you guys were great to us.. thank you
Property
it was an awesome house and a great experience
View Property: Bayside Villas 1A
Pablo
Sebastian, US
Reviewed: Jun 16, 2018
Property Manager
Fernando, Julio and his maintenance staff, Rene and his staff, Sonia and her staff, Francisco, Myron, Lincoln, Carlos, Kerley and all the security staff, are friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. We really appreciate them all.
Property
It would be perfect if standby generators were available
View Property: Satori Beach
Michael
Reviewed: Jun 13, 2018
Property Manager
Fernando with Island House Vacation Rentals was excellent! Typically when we have rented a vacation house/condo the property management was for check in/out & maintenance issues only. Fernando provided service far beyond this. He helped arrange excursions & transportation (Regan & Marty were great!) prior to our arrival then stopped by every day to check on things. He knew the island well so was always very helpful. He also helped resolved a minor maintenance issue quickly. This personal concierge service really made our stay that much better
Property
Casa Martin is THE place to stay on West Bay!
The house is literally only a few feet from the water. So we could hang out in the hammocks on the deck and still feel like we were on the beach. Right off the deck was a private area with chairs on the sand as well. True laid back Caribbean luxury.
The house itself is high quality, comfortable & spacious with 3 BR/3 ba. Beds are comfy & the AC kept us cool even in the June heat.
Be aware there is no dishwasher or washer/dryer. This wasnt a problem for us & they would do a load of laundry for $5 if needed.
The area of West Bay makes for a wonderful vacation. Clear calm water with an incredible snorkeling reef essentially right out front of the house. The water taxis are right out front as well but a roped off area provides a large swimming/playing area so the boats were not an issue.
Many good restaurants line West Bay beach so leave your shoes behind and walk a couple of minutes for any meal.
West Bay Village is a great setting, had great management, and maintained in every detail. The onsite security was always present & friendly. We felt very safe there.
If our family is able to return to Roatan, there is no other place we would stay!
View Property: Casa Martin