Vacation Rentals by Owner

Relaxen im "sunshine paradise"

Guest: zora (germany)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11 Review Submitted: 01/09/12

Wir - zwei Erwachsene und ein Teenager - haben die Winterferien im Studio der Villa " sunshine paradise" verbracht. Das Apartement liegt im 1. Stock der Hauses in offener Bauweise mit hohen Decken, so dass es angenehm kühl und luftig ist. Wir haben die Klimaanlage nicht gebraucht. Die Betten waren komfortabel. Absolutes Highlight der Wohnung ist aber die riesige überdachte Veranda, auf der auch die Küche untergebracht ist. Von dort bot sich ein toller Blick auf das karibische Meer, den Strand und Gertruds wunderbar gepflegten Garten. Wir hatten einen Logenplatz, die Ein - und Ausfahrt der Kreuzfahrtschiffe zu beobachten. Der Strand war ruhig und wurde fast nur von Anwohnern und den wenigen Gästen des nahe gelegenen Beachclub genutzt, das Meer war ganz wunderbar zum schwimmen am frühen Morgen und bei Sonnenuntergang. Gertrud ist eine nette und hilfsbereite Gastgeberin,wir konnten das Paddelboot, die Liegen am Strand und auch die Waschmaschine nutzen. Am ersten Tag hat sie uns zum Supermarkt gefahren, ein klasse Service für Leute mit Jetlag, die sich noch an das Klima gewöhnen mussten. Der Supermarkt ist ganz neu und modern und zu Fuß in 5 Minuten zu erreichen. Ein Auto ist dennoch empfehlenswert, um die Insel zu erkunden - nur nicht abschrecken lassen vom Linksverkehr. Besonders schön war die Katamarantour mit calabaza ( siehe reviews bei tripadvisor), die wir schon von Deutschland aus gebucht hatten. Fazit: Auf nach Barbados in's sunshine paradise

Owner response:Vieen Dank für den netten Artikel Thank you so much -it was a PLEASURE!!!! Gertrud/GIA

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Great beach house

Guest: Jenny & Robert (Sweden)
Date of Stay: 11/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/18/12

Lovely property with a good location right o the beach! Nice property owner who always are there to give "the little extra".

Recommended for:Girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Sunshine Paradise

Guest: Marv, Johanne and Kylie (Canada)
Date of Stay: 03/22/11 Review Submitted: 04/05/11

Our family just spent 11 wonderful nights at Gertrud's home. The location was perfect in so many ways, great view, beach for swimming, watched cruise ships and fishing boats each day from the deck. Very comfy beds and plenty of room for the three of us! Gertrud keeps her yard immaculate and she takes pride in doing so. She was a kind hearted host and helped us with directions for everything. Every morning we would wake up to the cooing of the doves and in the evening you could hear the waves. We spent so much time enjoying the large open deck for cooking and just hanging out. Couldn't get out of the water, it was so enjoyable. We were also entertained by a couple of monkey's living in the trees and were able to get some great pictures of them. Would highly recommend this location. Look forward to returning some day! Thanks Gertrud for being apart of making our vacation memorable.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Can't wait to go back!!!

Guest: Amy (Ocean City, NJ USA)
Date of Stay: 03/01/11 Review Submitted: 05/01/11

I can't begin to describe how great this location was! This house is in front of Sunshine Paradise; even closewr to the beach! There is a beautiful bedroom upstairs with catherdral ceilings and a private bathroom; you can walk out from your bedroom to your own private deck with INCREDIBLE views of the caribean sea. Downstairs you have another bedroom with its own bathroom, living room, kitchen, another bathroom, entry way, and another deck with beautiful views! This place is truly PARADISE! Gertud was the best hostess we have ever had. I can't wait to go back to Barbados and stay at Getrud's Little Paradise!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

jake/marlene [Ontario, Canada]

Guest: jake and marlene (Toronto, Canada)
Date of Stay: 02/15/11 Review Submitted: 03/01/11

We just returned from 10 wonderful days at this studio apartment on Brighton Beach. We have been to Barbados several times before, but never to this location, and we were delighted with our accommodations as well as the beach! Our favourite spot was the large covered veranda from which we could watch the cruise ships coming in first thing in the morning, the sail boats or fishing boats later in the day, all while eating our breakfast. It was quiet, restful and private, but Gertrud was always available and helpful when needed - a great hostess. We are already looking forward to our next vacation there! Ausgezeichnet, Gertrud!

Owner response:My pleasure- as they say here in Barbados.Love to see you back here!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children.

It really is a "Sunshine Paradise"

Guest: Jeff (Rochester, New York, USA)
Date of Stay: 01/05/11 Review Submitted: 01/23/11

We thoroughly enjoyed staying at your home for nine beautiful days in January 2011! The best vision we have is of eating breakfast and dinner looking out at the beach. How perfect it is to be able to cook and eat your meals outside overlooking the beach. It was so wonderful to be able to hear the waves. Gertrud was a wonderful host. She gave us limes and coconuts and pointed us the way to get fresh flying fish. She maintains the property wonderfully - there are so many varieties of plants. Her knowledge of the island was a big help in getting around and where to go. The pictures she shows are exactly what it looks like. We looked at them again when we came home and were taken right back to her home. The living conditions were clean and comfortable. The beach is right there just like in the pictures. It was so convenient and we could not get out of the water as it was so wonderful. After traveling around the island, we know we made the right choice in staying at Sunshine Paradise. If we come to Barbados again, we would certainly stay with you again if it were available.

Owner response:I am really blessed to have such nice guests.My dear husband Bernd died last year in November in Switzerland and now as I am on my own it is so nice to have people enjoying their stay here and of course I always try to make it special for them.Gertrud

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Holiday in paradise

Guest: Mira/Luca (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 04/06/10 Review Submitted: 06/08/10

We can all highly recommend this house. We spent as a family with two children and a baby three wonderful weeks in April with Gertrude and Bernd. They have everything done so we could enjoy a carefree and relaxing holiday. The house and the garden is really a "Sunshine Paradise" with a beautiful beach. The children have enjoyed next to the sea also the pool very much and we would love to come back again to this great place. The island has much to offer and it's worth to rent a car and take enough time. Many thanks. Maybe we will meet again in Switzerland!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, tourists without a car.

Ferien wie im Paradis

Guest: Mira/Luca (Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 04/06/10 Review Submitted: 06/08/10

Wir können dieses Haus allen wärmstens empfehlen. Wir verbrachten als Familie mit zwei Kindern und einem Baby drei wunderschöne Wochen bei Gertrud und Bernd. Sie haben uns bestens umsorgt, mit Tips für Ausflüge unterstützt und alles getan, damit wir einen unbeschwerten und erholsamen Urlaub geniessen konnten. Das Haus und der Garten ist wirklich ein "Sunshine Paradise" mit einem traumhaften Strand. Die Kinder haben neben dem Meer auch den Pool sehr genossen und wir würden sehr gerne wieder einmal an diesen tollen Ort zurück kommen. Auch die Insel hat viel zu bieten und es lohnt sich sie mit einem Mietauto zu erkunden. Ganz herzlichen Dank. Vielleicht sehen wir uns einmal in der Schweiz!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Guest: andrea shotwell (washington, dc)
Date of Stay: 02/08/10 Review Submitted: 02/08/10

My husband and I spent a very relaxing, pleasant, and interesting 2 weeks here in Early February of 2010. The characterful, light-filled condo is the second floor of a house owned by two doctors. It is located in a quiet neighborhood right on the beach. Dr. Gertrud Siebel, who goes by Gia, was a very helpful, thoughtful host, without being intrusive. The Siebel's added the second floor condo, which has its own private entrance, soaring ceilings and tasteful, simple decor. We prepared meals and ate on the broad, covered verandah overlooking Gertrud's lovely garden and pool and the ocean, a few feet from the house. The Siebel's condo suited our needs perfectly.

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Guest: de FRANCIOSI (FORT DE FRANCE MARTINIQUE)
Date of Stay: 01/03/10 Review Submitted: 01/03/10

Nous avons énormément apprécié cet endroit pendant 12 jours pour les fêtes de la fin d'année 2009. La maison est idéale pour se reposer et profiter pleinement de la plage et du soleil.Le calme y règne ainsi que sur la plage. Bridgetown est à 10 minutes en voiture et l'accès à toute l'île est assez simple. De merveilleux couchers de soleil assurés chaque fin de journée. L'accueil des propriétaires est très chaleureux et on se sent comme chez soi.Un endroit à découvrir et à savourer à deux ou avec ses enfants.

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Guest: Roger & Chic (London, Ont)
Date of Stay: 05/29/09 Review Submitted: 05/29/09

We stayed here for 10 days in Feb. /09 and had the most wonderful time. Bernd & Gertrud were the best hosts anyone could imagine. Very helpful and generous and we can't wait to return to Sunshine Paradise. We rented a car and travelled all over the island. We found that there was a great deal to see and do, but the feeling is that renting a car is the way to go. Would certainly return here. Very romantic and relaxing.

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Guest: Barry, Lori, and Connor (Spartanburg, SC)
Date of Stay: 04/11/09 Review Submitted: 04/11/09

We had a wonderful time staying with the Siebels. They are very helpful if you need directions or recommendations. They will also give you all the privacy you need. The view is spectacular and the beach is perfect. We plan to come back some day soon.

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Guest: Gail Bisson (Nova Scotia)
Date of Stay: 03/08/08 Review Submitted: 03/08/08

First, some background on us!I am family doctor and hubby is a surgeon.When we travel we prefer to spend our money on great restaurants and sport activities like golf, sailing and walking.However, we still expect to stay in nice but reasonable accomodations. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The outdoor patio area is just wonderful and the best part of staying here. We spent many hours just watching the sailboats and cruise ships sail by.Loved swinging in the hammock. The beach is superb for swimming and walking ( about 2 miles long). Gertrud Siebel is a very good host. Respects your privacy but still very helpful and friendly. FYI- Kitchen doesn't have a stove, just a cooktop and grill. You will need to bring a hair dryer as none is provided. I would also recommend a car. There is a taxi service up the street but if the owner isn't available it can be a bit of a hassle and a long wait to get another taxi to come and get you. The bed is very comfortable. The bathroom is large, clean with neutral tile decor. Not fancy but lots of hot water and good pressure. Living room area consists of 2 loveseats that have seen better days.You can't really lie down on them but they are comfortablre to sit in. TV has full satellite coverage. The gardens around the house are spectacular. Flowers and birds everywhere. We woke up every morning to the cooing of the many mourning doves that live in the garden.Lots of hummingbirds and finches of some type. We really enjoyed ourselves and recommend this place for couples. We would return without hesitation. Thanks for your hospitality Gertrud!

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 02/21/08 Review Submitted: 02/21/08

Everything really is as beautiful as they picture and describe! We were completely happy with our stay at Sunshine Paradise. Our hosts were absolutely wonderful to us, and we felt so comfortable with them. Our trip was perfect! THANK YOU!!!

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Guest: John Hodgman (New York, NY )
Date of Stay: 04/09/07 Review Submitted: 04/09/07

My family and I enjoyed a wonderful week with the Siebels in February. As reported, they offer such a rare combination of hospitality and privacy, and they were especially kind to our two small children. The apartment itself (really more than just a studio) was immaculate and beautifully situated. I could swim in th ocean while keeping an eye on my daughter as she read on the deck. None of us wanted to leave, and indeed we will be back. Thank you! That is all. Jh

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Guest: linda and david (London UK)
Date of Stay: 02/24/07 Review Submitted: 02/24/07

we have just returned from a wonderful stay at Sunshine Paradise. The Siebel's could not have been more hospitable, whilst also being very discrete. The out-door kitchen made cooking seem a joy rather than a chore. We especially enjoyed the fresh fish delivered to the gate by the fishermen along the beach. The Siebels invited us on a trip to see the local flora in a hidden gully, and provided maps and directions to help us enjoy the remoter parts of the north and east coasts. We loved every aspect of our holiday and intend to return as soon as possible. David and Linda Drake.

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Guest: Isobel Kent (Bowmanville, Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 10/03/06 Review Submitted: 10/03/06

Weve sent and resnt and confimed and reconfirmed (that we've sent) exceedingly positive comments about the VERY BEST private, safe, elegant, accoms. in it's class in the BWI, but the screen stares back silently , and vexingly stating "No comments so far!" What the Heck GIVES?? -Bill and Isobel Kent-

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Guest: Bill and Isobel Kent (Bowmanville, Canada)
Date of Stay: 09/25/06 Review Submitted: 09/25/06

We are a Cdn. Dentist and Hygienist couple who found Sunshine Paradise in early 2005 strictly by enthusiastic word-of-mouth. We wearied of cheek-by-jowl tourists around the pools and beaches in so called swank hotels in Barbados and other BWI Islands. This beach front studio is elegant, absolutely safe and private (accomodations gated) and simply a joy! Secluded but with east access to shopping (Bridgetown), fine dining and recreation. The owners (The Siebels) are warm, friendly, informative and helpful without imposing on privacy. Excellent value. You will be both thrilled and very content!

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