Location: French Caye, Roatan, Bay Islands, Honduras, Central America (5 Minutes East of French Harbour) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2.5 Baths (Sleeps 4-7)
Keywords: House with Sailing Opportunity
Roatan, the dolphin-shaped island 30 miles off the Caribbean coast of mainland Honduras, seems to “have it all.” Mild temperatures, crystalline blue-green waters, world-class diving and snorkeling – combined with easy air access from the U.S. and Europe – make Roatan a water-lover's paradise. Sonrisa del Sol - which means “Smile of the Sun” - is less than five minutes by boat from the world's second-longest barrier reef. While on Roatan, in addition to snorkeling and diving, you can also satisfy your desires to swim or dive with dolphins, dive with sharks, go bone-fishing or deep-water angling. Whether you choose to sail with Captain Alberto, take nearby land or water tours, or kick back and simply renew your body's stores of Vitamin D, Sonrisa del Sol provides a relaxed “home base” for you and your party.
Only 2 1/2 hours from Houston, Roatan is served by non-stop flights from several airports. On your arrival, Sonrisa del Sol's representative will meet you and take you to your island home, stopping for groceries on the way if you wish. To assure availability, we can arrange various tours prior to your departure. At the end of your stay, we will transfer you back to the airport, where you will say farewell to your Caribbean Getaway until your next visit!
The Property, Sonrisa del Sol
Designed to take advantage of the almost constant trade winds, this two-story beachfront home offers louvered glass windows, cathedral ceilings on the second floor and ceiling fans throughout. The air-conditioned master bedroom is located on the second floor; it offers a queen bed, an additional futon, and a spacious en-suite bathroom. The air-conditioned second bedroom is on the ground floor; it also has air conditioning and an en-suite bathroom.
Enjoy sunning, relaxing and entertaining on the huge second-floor deck. Or laze in a hammock on the large shady deck outside the first-floor bedroom. Below, bask on the sun deck, and use the dock as access for swimming and boating. A small beach awaits your sand-loving toes.... Just a few steps and you're in the waters of the Caribbean Sea! Captain Alberto (whose 42ft. sailboat is docked on the property) can arrange SCUBA trips for certified divers... and fishing and snorkeling trips for everyone. Ready to head back to the casa? An outside shower provides a quick rinse following your salt water adventures.
Sailing trips are a special feature of this accommodation. If you know you will be interested, a package arranged at the time of booking the house (see below) will give you the benefit both of availability and of a preferred rate.
Larger groups can take advantage of the attached studio apartment (subject to availability.)
A car is recommended for island travel; Captain Alberto can arrange land tours for groups who prefer using a reliable guide/driver for explorations.
Sample packages are:
Package 1: (1 week) at Sonrisa del Sol, INCLUDES 2 days sailing.
Up to 4 people
Low season: $2000
High season: $2500
Package 2 (2 weeks): 1 week's stay at Sonrisa del Sol, PLUS 1 week sailing.
Up to 4 people
Low season: $3600
High season: $4200
Package 3 (4 weeks): 2 weeks' stay at Sonrisa del Sol, PLUS 2 weeks sailing
Up to 4 people
Low season: $6600
High season: $7500
Custom Packages:
Contact us about special requests.
Multi-lingual Captain Alberto can arrange sailing, diving, and fishing tours to neighboring islands and special land packages on Roatan or Mainland Honduras.
Whale shark diving/snorkeling, luxury sailing and VIP packages are examples of other packages that can be arranged.
* Sailing portion of all packages includes Snacks, Beverages and Meals, as well as use of boat and services of captain.
NOTE: Due to the increasing cost of electricity in Roatan, all packages and rentals carry an electricity surcharge of $0.50/kwh of usage. With normal use, this can result in an additional cost of $5-$10 per day.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Bedrooms only
- Linens Provided
- Washer : In built-in garage
- Dryer : In built-in garage
- Garage : Built in under the Master Bedroom
- Off Street Parking : Parking for 2 more vehicles in driveway
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Convertible Bed : Futon in master bedroom can be moved to living room if needed.
- Murphy Bed : Queen-sized, in second bedroom, which can also be used as a study
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) : Cable TV available at additional cost
- DVD
- CD Player
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Deck/Patio : A spacious open deck great for entertaining
- Balcony : A large covered lower deck
- View/Location
- Beachfront : A small sandy beach provides water access
- Communications
- Cell Phone : The (Honduran) cell-phone includes calls to the U.S. priced at local costs or lower.
- Other Amenities
- A beautiful 18-hole golf course is located just 15 minutes away. Herbie's Sports Bar (10 minutes away) has good food, and there are several excellent restaurants within 15 minutes' drive.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Windsurfing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Canopy Tours, Swim or Dive with Dolphins, Shark Dives, Whale Shark Diving and Snorkeling, Iguana and Marine Park. A 42ft Morgan sailboat is moored at the dock and is available (with captain) for day sailing or longer periods.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Base Rate .. $800/week,$2500/month
December/January and Easter week .. $1200/week, $3000/month
Longer term rentals are available at discounted rates.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2000
Why the Owner Chose French Caye
Having explored various possibilities around the world for a vacation home, we fell in love with Roatan - a diver's paradise, a tropical island surrounded by an azure sea, where English is prevalent and the inhabitants friendly. Our home, perched atop a bluff, overlooks a Caribbean inlet. It was the breeze and the deep, clear Caribbean water that sold us on this prime property.
The Unique Benefits at this House
In addition to water sports, we enjoy visiting with the local islanders, expatriates and tourists from around the world. We enjoy the privacy of the location as well as the convenience of being close to dining and other activities. A major island attraction is the Iguana and Marine Park, located 100 yards from Sonrisa del Sol.
Captain Alberto di Cola has a 42ft Morgan sailboat moored at our dock, and is available for day sailing or longer charters. Arranging a sailing package at the time of booking your rental will ensure the best price.
Small island with a zoo, watersports facilities and bars. Accessible from Frenchy's 44 Restaurant.
Owner's Map of French Caye
Alan and Billie began traveling extensively even before we retired several years ago. We love SCUBA and other water adventures and enjoy vacationing in beautiful places (with water!) around the world.
Property Photos
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- Your view from Sonrisa del Sol - French Caye Vacation Home with Private Dock
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- Sonrisa del Sol from the water - French Caye Vacation Home with Private Dock
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- Sonrisa del Sol - French Caye Vacation Home with Private Dock
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- Sonrisa del Sol - looking down to the beach
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- Sonrisa del Sol's tropical garden
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- Living Room at Sonrisa del Sol
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- A corner shelf in the Living Room
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- Kitchen and Dining Room
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- Master Bedroom and Bath
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- Master Bathroom shower
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- The Murphy Bed in the guest suite
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- A Flamboyant Tree in Sonrisa del Sol's tropical garden
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- French Caye bay
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- French Caye Settlement from the water
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- Fantasy Island Channel
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- View of the sunrise from Sonrisa del Sol deck
Traveler Reviews (1)
Guest: Brenda
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Date of Stay: 12/01/10
Review Submitted: 02/21/11
What a Beautiful home and gorgeous location! We stayed during the Christmas period and enjoyed perfect weather most of the time. On the one day it rained, though, we really appreciated the spacious interior and enjoyed playing some of the board games. (We had not played "Dirty Minds" before - it was fun!) B&MW
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