Location: Belnem, Bonaire, Caribbean View Map
Accommodations: Condominium, 1 Bedroom + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-4)
Welcome to OceanScape Bonaire, your beautiful Bonaire oceanfront condo! You won't believe your eyes when you experience your fabulous view. Your condo is located in the small, quiet, Port Bonaire Resort, located just across the street from the airport. It is so oceanfront, we like to say you can "spit in the ocean" from the balcony (but due to trade winds, it is not recommended!). The bright, sunny one bedroom condo affords superb privacy, located all the way at the end of the beautiful Dutch-styled building with a panoramic view across the ocean to Kralendijk, Klein Bonaire and the northern mountains of Washington Slaagbai Park. But just turn your head and you have the added bonus of a view across Donkey Beach and those gorgeous Bonaire sunsets to the West. That's right, since you are on the corner, you have a 270 degree view that cannot be surpassed. There is nothing quite like relaxing on the balcony after a long day of diving or snorkeling, glass of wine in hand, to watch the sunset into the ocean. Although waking up, pouring a cup of coffee and meandering out on the balcony to see dolphins arching across the water while a cruise ship passes by to port in Kralendijk is not too bad either!
We have traveled all over the Caribbean for many years, always with the dream/goal of buying our own place on the water. We love to snorkel and dive, and when we finally ticked off Bonaire on our list of places to visit, we immediately knew we had found our second home. We searched during several visits for the perfect place, and finally found it at Port Bonaire.
What makes it so great? It had all of these things that we were looking for and even more:
* Snorkel and dive directly in front of the condo. There is an easy ladder entry for you to use just steps away from your door, and it is a very short swim to 18th Palm or Windsock dive sites. Some of the most spectacular snorkeling on the island is right in front of you.
* Walk to the beach. Donkey beach/Windsock is a few steps south of your condo.
* Dive shop on site. Dive Friends runs a full operation on site and that includes rinse area and lockers.
* Close to the action. You are less than a 10 minute drive to the coveted south shore dive sites or windsurfing at Lac Bay, and 5 minutes to the center of Kralendijk.
* Easy access to the airport, rental cars, grocery, and a short walk to Plaza Resort, just next door, where you will find boat rental, water sports, tennis and restaurants. We don't even rent a car when we arrive. We roll our luggage across the street and get settled in, and then rent a car later when the crowds have died down at the car rental counters, or even the next day to save a few bucks. (And don't worry, the airport is not noisy here - - it is much noisier at places a little further south in Belnem due to the orientation of the single runway)
* Second floor and the additional sense of security it brings, not to mention the enhanced view.
* Sunny, tropical décor and plenty of windows to open, or Air-Conditioning is available throughout.
* Swimming pool right on the oceanfront. Plenty of lounge chairs and an outdoor shower.
* Beautiful tropical grounds surround the small, peaceful complex of 26 units.
When you open the door from your private stairway, you will turn through the archway into an open great room that includes the kitchen and living room which opens through a floor to ceiling glass wall onto the balcony. The vaulted ceiling adds an open, airy feel. Tropical décor puts you in the mood for your restful vacation.
The living room area includes a sofa sleeper and TV, DVD player, and stereo with IPod docking station. A free wireless internet signal is for your use.
The kitchen is fully equipped (really, I like to cook!) with fridge, cook top, microwave/convection/grill oven, dishwasher, coffeemaker, toaster, and electric kettle. The granite countertops offer plenty of workspace if you feel like cooking and enjoying a meal on the privacy of your own balcony. You will also have a Smokey Joe grill if you want to BBQ.
The toilet and bath/shower are separated into two different rooms, each with its own vanity, as is common in European style. This is nice in case you are utilizing the sofa sleeper. The bathroom and toilet are separate from each other, and both are accessible without going into the bedroom.
The bedroom has a comfy queen-size bed, plenty of fluffy pillows, a nice sized closet and a TV. French doors open onto a small terrace overlooking the garden.
And finally, off the large side balcony (yes, there are two!) there is a laundry room with a washing machine and a drying rack.
Two beach chairs and a cooler are provided.
Linens and towels are provided.
There is air conditioning throughout, but all doors and windows have mosquito screens so you can enjoy the beautiful trade winds if you wish.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If you inquire, we will send you a link to many more pictures. This site will not permit us to post a link to our photo gallery.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Air conditioning throughout. Or if you prefer the beautiful trade winds, all doors and windows are screened.
- Washer: Modern front loading washing machine and drying rack provided.
- Linens Provided
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Comfy queen bed with lots of fluffy pillows, 2 nightstands, each with reading lamps, TV with cable and remote control, closet with hanging space and shelves, iron and ironing board, alarm clock. Safe for valuables.
- Convertible Bed: Sofa in living room converts to double bed. Suitable for 1 to 2 children. Not recommended for adults (lightweight mattress).
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Cable TV provided in both living room and bedroom.
- DVD
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Bring your own library of your favorite music. Stereo is complete with IPod docking station.
- Shared Pool: Large pool overlooking the ocean with plenty of deck chairs and outdoor shower.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Granite countertops. Coffeemaker, toaster, electric kettle, electric cook top and vented range hood. A cooks kitchen! Plenty of pots, pans, and utensils to prepare a fabulous seaside meal to enjoy on your balcony.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Everything you need!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave: Combination microwave, oven, convection oven.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Smokey Joe charcoal grill.
- Balcony: Directly overlooking the ocean. Gorgeous! Watch the dolphins swim past, parrotfish play at the surface in water so clear you can snap their picture from your balcony. Iguana meander past and crabs race across the walkway below. Ocean sunsets to die for!
- View/Location
- Oceanfront: True oceanfront bliss! Two wonderful shore dives just in front of your place. Arguably the best snorkeling on the island steps from your door.
- Communications
- Cell Phone: Most US cell services do not operate in Bonaire without using very costly roaming features. We provide a cell phone for your use. You can purchase prepaid minutes at any grocery (it will have enough to get you started). Incoming calls are free. You can make local or international calls with the prepaid minutes.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free wi-fi
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Museums
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- If you are making the trip to Bonaire, you probably already know the main activities are scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming, windsurfing and kite surfing. Port Bonaire is constructed at the edge of a channel with a protective jetty in front, so entry to the sea is always calm and easy. Donkey Beach/Windsock, just next door, is one of the most popular beaches on the island. By making arrangements with Dive Friends (we can do this for you or put you in touch with them directly), depending on what time you arrive on island, you very well may be able to do your dive orientation the same day you arrive.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Apr 15-Dec 14, 2009 .. $1050-$1200/week
Dec 15-Apr 14, 2010 .. $1300-$1450/week
Extra nights are available at the weekly rate divided by 7.
Minimum stay is one week.
Contact us for great rates on monthly rentals.
Rates do not include 10% service charge.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Bonaire Oceanfront Condo Rental with Incredible View
Year Purchased: 2008
Why the Owner Chose Belnem
Private location at the end of the building, gorgeous oceanfront setting, superb diving and snorkeling right in front, beach a few steps away, lovely well cared for complex with beautiful tropical gardens and large pool. Fabulous, convenient location.
The Unique Benefits at this Condominium
There are so many great things about our place. You will enjoy mid-island convenience to everything. With a dive-shop at the end of our building, you can dive out front at two fabulous dive sites without ever leaving the property. Gorgeous views. Exceptional convenience to the airport. You could even skip car rental for several days and save money. You can literally walk (a short walk at that) across the road to the airport. We do it all the time. And don't worry about airport noise. Due to the orientation of the single runway and the infrequent flight schedule, it truly is not a problem at our place at all.
Owner's Map of Belnem
My husband and I enjoying the beautiful underwater world surrounding Bonaire.
Property Photos
- Gorgeous view from the oceanfront balcony. - Belnem Oceanfront Vacation Condo on Bonaire in the Caribbean with a Shared Pool
- Wall of glass opens up to the balcony. Mosquito screens throughout. - Belnem Oceanfront Vacation Condo on Bonaire in the Caribbean with a Shared Pool
- Comfy living area open to kitchen. - Belnem Oceanfront Vacation Condo on Bonaire in the Caribbean with a Shared Pool
- Step saving kitchen with all you need to make yourself at home.
- Free WiFi, bring your laptop (or not!), Stereo with IPod docking station, TV.
- Comfy queen bed.
- The view down to the pool from the front balcony.
- Turn your chair on the front balcony and watch the gorgeous Caribbean sunset.
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #259956
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