Beachfront, Private Guest House at Spooky Channel in Sandy Bay
- Minimum stay:5 nights
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:No
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Beachfront, private guest house, 1 bedroom with queen bed, 1 bath, fully equipped kitchen, breakfast bar, living room, and large screened porch on the main level. The loft has a full size bed and sink. The house is ideal for a couple, but can sleep four.
This is a small, modern house next to a classic island home. Both are on over 2 ½ acres of private property from the road to the beach in a quiet, safe area of Sandy Bay, at Spooky Channel in the Marine Reserve.
We recently furnished the house with modern and custom furniture, new linens, electronics, kitchen appliances and BBQ's.
We, the owners, live on-site in a classic island house and are available to provide information, arrange transportation and activities, borrow cooking ingredients/utensils and assist you any way we can to make your vacation as enjoyable as possible.
We personally pick you up at the airport, take you to the grocery store, then to the guest house. We provide information about the guest house, the area and island and answer any questions. We will bring you back to the airport at the end of your vacation and can print any tickets/boarding docs.
You are welcome to the fruit from any of our trees/bushes on-site. We have coconuts (year around), cashews, papayas, mangos, noni, bananas, plantains, and hot peppers (seasonally).
• Swimming, snorkeling and world class diving is easily accessible on the coral reef right out front.
• We are ideally located 10 minutes from West End, where you’ll find many dive centers, restaurants, beach bars, shopping, and small grocery stores and also 10 minutes from Coxen Hole, the major town on the island.
• Large, screened porch with seating, lighting,and furniture
• Air conditioning, ceiling fans, reading lights, alarm clock
• Fully equipped kitchen, modern appliances, water/water cooler
• Washing machine (w/detergent) and clothes line off the deck
• Free internet access on-site and cell phone (phone provided with 20-30 minutes , you buy extra, inexpensive minutes, for local and international calls.
• 2 person kayak, 2 mountain bikes, beach loungers/chairs, hammock, snorkel marker, floatation devices, beach front picnic facilities, horseshoes, volleyball included, (guitar and djembe drum available).
• On deck is a gas BBQ (charcoal BBQ and fire pit available).
• 32” flat screen TV with local cable. DVD player and DVD library with over 100 movies, speakers for mp3 hookup, radio.
To enjoy your stay, you must be OK with dogs. We have 2 dogs that are good with guests but do bark when unfamiliar people or dogs come around, but they provide great security.
Direct flights to Roatan are currently available from Houston, Atlanta, Miami, Toronto and Milan.
Keywords: villa, bungalow, beach, ocean, private, house, scuba, snorkeling, quiet
Property Type
- 2 story
- House
- 600 sq. ft.
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
- Not Suitable For Children
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
- Bedroom 1
- Loft
Bathrooms
- 1.0 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathrooms
- Bathroom 1
Kitchen & Dining
- Oven
- Dishes & Utensils
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Microwave
Amenities
- Parking For RV/Boat/Trailer
- Parking
- Hair Dryer
- Iron & Board
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- Books
- Satellite / Cable
- VCR
- Stereo
- CD Player
- DVD Player
Communications
- Broadband Access
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
Location & View
- Car Not Necessary
- Oceanfront
- Ocean View
Activities
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Fishing
- Jet Skiing
- Parasailing
- Mountain Biking
- Golf
- Tennis
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Sailing
- Kayaking
- Wind-Surfing
- Swimming
- Hiking
- Deepsea Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Pier Fishing
- Scuba Diving Or Snorkeling
- Cycling
- Medical Services
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- Restaurants
- Botanical Garden
- Beachcombing
- Bird Watching
- Eco Tourism
- Paddle Boating
- Walking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Horseback Riding
- Sight Seeing
- Shopping
- Horseshoes
- Boating
- Hospital
- Fitness Center
- ATM/Bank
- Groceries
- Snorkeling
- Sound/Bay Fishing
Reviews
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One of the best vacations we've ever had!
One of the best vacations we've ever had!
- Guest Chels/Pete
- Date of stay 03/08/13
- Review Submitted 03/26/13
All the previous reviews are true to form. Al and Sandra are amazing! As promised they pick you up from the airport and bring you right to an extremely nice, well stocked grocery store. They provide a brief background about Sandy Bay and the island on your short drive to the house. From there on they are always available with helpful tips. For example they tell you how much taxis should cost, where to snorkel, what days are good to go to West Bay (to avoid swarms of cruise shippers) and so much more it is impossible to write out. The house shown on the website is exactly what you are walking into. When we arrived it was spotless (we are clean freaks) and there were plenty of fresh/clean towels and linens. The kitchen is completely stocked with cookware, plateware, utensils as well as condiments, spices and cleaning items. We fell in love with Roatan primarily because of this awesome spot. Some of the things we loved to do were playing cards on the back deck, laying out on the beach in front of the house, snorkeling at both Sandy Bay and West Bay, going out for food and drinks in West End. This guest house truly offered a place to completely veg out. But in truth it was Al and Sandra who made our trip muy terificano!!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Ohioans Visit Paradise at Sandy Bay!
Ohioans Visit Paradise at Sandy Bay!
- Guest Michelle
- Date of stay 12/15/12
- Review Submitted 01/29/13
For this being our first time visiting Roatan, we couldn't ask for better hospitality! Sandra and Al made us feel so comfortable right away from picking us up from the airport, taking us to the local grocery market to inviting us to lunch and telling us some great stories about the island! They gave us so much knowledge about this beautiful paradise that it didn't take us long to venture out and discover the amazing beauty and culture of this place they call home! Their guest home is adorable and located right next door to their place which is located right on the beach! Everything in their description is exactly what you will expect! Would love to return and stay right here again!! Thanks Sandra and Al!!Did you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 1/1
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Spooky Channel Guest House
Spooky Channel Guest House
- Guest Joel
- Date of stay 04/14/12
- Review Submitted 09/22/12
We had a really great & relaxing time here. Sandra & Al couldnt have been more welcoming. From taking us to the grocery store, to sharing local recipes and spices, they really added to the experience of Roatan. Pictures of the house certainly dont do it justice. It has all the amenities we could have needed, is very clean, quite adorably decorated & has a wonderful ocean cross breeze running through. We spent alot of time relaxing on the screen porch which overlooks the white sand beach & ocean. The sunset views are truly amazing. The dogs are very friendly to guests & made us feel very safe at all times. We kayaked to the reef for snorkeling & also dove w/ neighbor Junior in Spooky Channel & other nearby areas. The diving is spectacular & Junior is a safe & knowledgable Dive Master. Bring your underwater camera for some fantastic shots of the diverse abundance of sea life! Roatan has some amazing things to do! The house is just a short ride from some spectacular restaurants and swimming with the dolphins(we highly recommend)!! We would most highly recommend this rental for your vacation stay on Roatan!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Fantastic Beach House & Friendly Hosts
Fantastic Beach House & Friendly Hosts
- Guest R & L
- Date of stay 06/11/12
- Review Submitted 08/25/12
My husband and I stayed here for two weeks for our honeymoon and we enjoyed every minute. Sandra picked us up at the airport and took us grocery shopping which was very helpful to start our week off. She also took us a second time when she had to go get groceries too. Her and her husband, Al were very friendly and were available to answer any questions but also let us have our privacy. One night they made a fire on the beach and sat with us for a few drinks. It was really nice and great to hear then explain the history of the island. The house was exactly what we wanted and more. The listing description and pictures were completely accurate and when we got there we were very pleased with the house. It was very clean, had everything in the kitchen that we needed, tons of DVDs to watch on the flat screen tv etc. We wanted a house that was not in the really touristy areas but close enough that it wasn't hard to get to. This was PERFECT for that. It was secluded enough that we could have relaxing days on the beach, snorkeling out front or kayaking and if we wanted to go to West End it was only a 10 minute taxi ride at the most. It was great. We would definitely recommend this to anyone who doesn't want the typical resort vacation, but someone who wants to see more of the island and experience the culture. We had a fabulous time and would definitely consider coming back in the future.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.
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Terrific Place and Wonderful Hosts!!!
Terrific Place and Wonderful Hosts!!!
- Guest Professor David
- Date of stay 07/13/12
- Review Submitted 08/11/12
I have been using VRBO for awhile now to find cozy, atmospheric, and authentic homes in the Caribbean for scuba trips. I couldn't have been happier with this place. I was looking for an inexpensive place next to the sea that would accommodate two people (in separate beds)--and that would have some character. The house has a double bed downstairs and a loft upstairs. The owners live just at a distance in their own house and were on hand for all our questions. They even brought over an extra bed just in case the loft bed was too hot, according to the season. Really nice folks. They picked us up from the airport, took us to the market, changed money for us, recommended dive shops, and so on. It was great to have a kayak right there for us to take out--and right over the Spooky Channel, which is a great diving (and snorkeling) spot. I also liked the screen porch for enjoying a relaxing meal. The flatscreen TV was great for watching DVDs, and the owners actually had quite a library on hand to enjoy. The west end is only 10 minutes away by taxi, and the cabs pass by almost constantly. Coconut Tree Divers was their recommended shop, and it turned out to be a really fun (and affordable) company. There are many other attractions close by as well, such as the dolphin experience and a nice botanical gardens area. There is a wonderfully authentic (and cheap) island restaurant called Marilyn's as well, which our hosts recommended. All told, we had a perfect first trip to the Bay Islands, and it might not have been so without the ideal aspects of this rental and the warmth of its owners. Highly recommended!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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A place to write a song about
A place to write a song about
- Guest Durango and Princess
- Date of stay 05/19/12
- Review Submitted 07/04/12
We stayed two weeks and had a wonderful time.Al and Sandy were wonderful hosts .Al picked us up at the airport and took us by the grocery store.Later that evening we went with them to eat at the Lighthouse.They were very helpful,they recommended Murphy for our east side island tour.Also they recommended Sparky for our sailing and snorkeling they even came along .We rode mountain bikes and kayaked. We shopped at West End and snorkeled at West Bay it only took five minutes to reach the reef it was so close. Al even loaned me a guitar to play while I was there.We would definitely recommend this property to a friend or realitive.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, people with disabilities, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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Nice Place and Great Hosts
Nice Place and Great Hosts
- Guest kenais
- Date of stay 03/10/12
- Review Submitted 04/28/12
The beach house is exactly as described and very clean. Sandra was very helpful and will make sure that this place is a good fit for you before booking. The house was very comfortable and had everything we needed. There is pretty good snorkeling right in front of the house, had a close encounter with an eagle ray. Lots of wildlife under the water out there, even hooked a few bonefish with a fly right out front one evening. There are a few restaurants within walking distance; otherwise everything in West End is a $3 taxi ride away. Sandy Bay is very quiet and is mostly populated with retired expats, the resorts that are on that section of beach are small.Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Fantastic Spooky Channel Rental House
Fantastic Spooky Channel Rental House
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 03/28/12
- Review Submitted 04/23/12
My husband and I searched nearly every rental house on Roatan before choosing this Sandy Bay location. It had everything we were looking for including close proximity to the airport, grocery stores, dive shops, good snorkeling, AND they had a kayak and bikes for our use. Sandy and Al are the most gracious and accommodating owners, are there if you need assistance, but give you your privacy the rest of the time. The house had everything we needed, and we instantly felt at home. It is in a very private area, but within a 10 minute drive to West End (dive shops and restaurants), or a bit further to West Bay. We took their kayak out to the reef daily, and spent hours snorkeling, seeing things we definitely didn't see diving! We even snorkeled through Spooky Channel (directly in front of the house) to the outside of the reef wall, which was quite incredible! We couldn't have chosen a more perfect location for our 12 day vacation, and would definitely recommend this property.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.
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laid back and relaxing what a vacation should be..
laid back and relaxing what a vacation should be..
- Guest Dyke C.
- Date of stay 01/29/11
- Review Submitted 02/11/12
We just came back from a 2 week vacation at the little house on the beach and I can tell you that we will be back. It's perfect unless you are looking for a resort experience. I stopped that a long time ago and as resorts are overpriced, Sandra and Al are great people and always were trying to make the stay better. Al even got his mountain bike out so I could ride down the beach and into West End. Biking is not for the faint of heart, but it sure was fun. Diving was exceptional and a good value. We liked it so much we looked at property and we will retire there in a few years.Recommended for: Age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Paradise at Spooky Channel
Paradise at Spooky Channel
- Guest Dennis & Susan
- Date of stay 01/07/12
- Review Submitted 02/08/12
My husband and I spent a glorious 12 days here and couldn’t have been happier. This was our first visit to Roatan, and we looked long and hard for a place that offered a beautiful view and a bit of peace and quiet but was not too far from towns and restaurants. Located between Coxen Hole and West End, this Sandy Bay cottage was perfect. We loved watching the dive and fishing boats tie up at Spooky Channel, and the waves crashing on the reef out front were mesmerizing. On the days we ventured off the front porch or the beach, we walked a short way to the road and caught a taxi – never had to wait over 5 minutes. Owners Al and Sandra couldn’t have been more helpful with tips on dining and exploring the island, and even gave us some lifts to town. We especially fell in love with Zoe, one of their dogs, who sometimes spent the night on our deck. The only complaint we had was that our stay wasn’t long enough, but we hope to take care of that next year. Thanks again, Al and Sandra!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, romantic getaway, sightseeing.
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Rates
| Dates | Nightly | Wknd Night | Weekend | Weekly | Monthly * | Event |
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| Base Rate 5 night min stay |
$175 | $900 | ||||
| Summer May 1 - Sep 29 5 night min stay |
$150 | $798 | ||||
This owner accepts: Credit cards.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
- Nearest Airport: Roatan airport at 6 Kilometres
- Nearest Ferry: To mainland at 12 Kilometres
- Nearest Beach: Front yard at Sandy Bay
- Nearest Golf: World Class 18 hole course at 20 Kilometres
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2008
About the owner: Al and I (Sandra) have been married 24 years. We recently retired from hectic careers in Western US and Canada. We love animals and are coordinators for a yearly pet clinic.
Why the Owner Chose Sandy Bay:
We have been certified divers since 1993. We knew we wanted to live in the Caribbean and fell in love with Roatan in 1997. We found our dream property with an old island home on the beach in 2001. It is just our house and the guest house on our 2 1/2 acres from road to beach. No need to walk through other neighborhoods.
We recently decided to rent our guest house that was built in 2007, but finished/upgraded in 2011.
The Unique Benefits at this House:
The beach is right out your front door. You can quietly relax in a hammock or lounge chairs on our private part of the beach. There is no local access through this property and rarely motor vehicles on the beach here. Snorkel or take the kayak out about 150 yards to Spooky Channel. Anthony's Key and Roatan Institute of Marine Science is just 1/4 mile away.
Contact us
- Primary: 206-954-5555 (Seattle VoIP)
- Secondary: 011-504-3303-8667 (Roatan)
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Photos
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View from the sliding glass door on the screened deck of the guest house.
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Guest house from the beach in front. The Caribbean Sea is just a few steps away
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The bench at the bottom of the stairs. Nice for morning coffee/evening sunsets.
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Front room into downstairs bedroom and stair to the loft.
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Bedroom with new custom furniture, queen mattress, Egyptian cotton sheets, AC
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Loft bedroom with sink and vanity
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Screened porch with part of small table with chairs
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Private entrance, backyard
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Zoe after her bath
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Horses from Anthony's Key on the beach out front.
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Guests taking out the kayak
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View of Spooky Channel from the guest house deck
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Sunset from your screened porch
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Our house and guest house from just in front of the reef.
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Fully equipped kitchen with espresso machine, food processor
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Bathroom with large shower
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Screened porch seating
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Table and chairs on the screened porch
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Our guard dog (Enzo) and future guard dog (Zoe) peeling a coconut 3 years ago.
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Hummingbird feeder outside the screened porch.
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Dive boats at Spooky Channel (out front)
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Annual catch&release fishing tournament. Al caught it within sight of our house
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