Reviews for Silver Sands Vacation Rental - VRBO 462341ha - 2 BR Christ Church Apartment in Barbados, Blue Ocean Cottage - 70 Metres from the Sea Water: Studios, Apartments, Villas!!

Beautiful Hideaway

Guest Caroline H.
Date of stay 02/16/13
Review Submitted 02/27/13

We just got back from a lovely stay at Blue Ocean Villa with our family of four. The apartment has two stories, is very well ventilated and tastefully decorated with a gorgeous view of the ocean. It is well equipped and has complimentary wi-fi which works very well. There is a lovely "almost private" beach within walking distance. Even though it might seem a little far from the "action" this was not a problem for us because we rented a car which one should do anyway as it makes getting to know this beautiful island easier. We enjoyed the fact that we were in a peaceful setting. If renting a car is not an option there is access to public transportation within walking distance.Owners Stefano and Elisabeta were very pleasant and helpful.

Owner response: Thanks a lot Caroline we hope to see you very soon again! Take care Stefano, Elisabetta and Maya!

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Great quite place near the best kite surfing spots

Guest Arseny S.
Date of stay 11/05/12
Review Submitted 11/11/12

Was an amazing trip, lovely people, gorgeous island, great location of the apartment, with a balcony facing the ocean and birds singing all day long, very quite (and in 10 min you can be in the city center, fresh sea food market and night life). Stefano is a really nice guy, was always very accommodating and helped me out all the times, with advice on places to see, with driving around to find centers to have car repaired at expense of his personal time, showing great surfing spots, etc. The apartment is spacious enough to accomodate 4-5 people and everything you need to do sophisticated cooking. Definitely worth staying and worth the price.

Owner response: Hello Arseny thank you for your appreciations, it's really great when our guests see and understand the work behind the apparence. We really hope that you will be back here in the windy period to do some kiting togheter in our wonderful outside reef! See you soon. Kindest regards Stefano and Elisabetta

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Stay in Ocean Blue Villa

Guest Fran J.
Date of stay 09/12/12
Review Submitted 09/23/12

Our group of 8 had a fabulous time in Barbados last September 2012. We were thrilled not only to explore this beautiful island but also to stay at Ocean Blue Villa. It t felt as if we were staying at our own home. We had everything we needed for the week! Our hosts (Stephano and Elisabetta) could not have been nicer! They made sure we had all of the comfort needed to enjoy our vacation.... We are already planning for our next trip... Stay at Ocean Villa , you will NOT regret it~

Owner response: Thank you Fran, I hope to see you soon again!!! Take care Stefano and Elisabetta

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Un vero paradiso!

Guest Silvia G.
Date of stay 07/21/12
Review Submitted 09/05/12

Ho soggiornato presso Blue Ocean Villa con mio marito e le nostre 3 bimbe di 10, 7 e 4 anni per 15 giorni e il tempo e' volato! L' isola di Barbados e' bellissima, tranquillissima e con tanti posti interessanti da visitare. Devo dire che, girovagando su internet, ho scelto questa sistemazione su internet principalmente perche' gestita da italiani, masticando noi molto poco l'inglese. Sono stata MOLTO soddisfatta della mia scelta, sia perche' Stefano ed Elisabetta sono due persone veramente cordiali, ospitali e disponibili, sia perché l' appartamento e' molto bello, comodo e accogliente. Il salone e' ampio con due grandi divani cosi' le bambine hanno avuto il loro spazio per giocare; la cucina e' attrezzata e funzionale (anche se ho sentito la mancanza del forno a microonde) e le camere da letto al piano superiore sono molto belle. Che dire del bagno e della mega- spaziosa doccia, potevo lavare tutte e 3 le bimbe insieme in un colpo solo! Tutto l'arredamento e i soprammobili sono ricercati e ben curati, l' impatto e' stato subito favorevole e SICURO l'anno prossimo ci torneremo magari portando il resto della famiglia (fratelli, nipotine, nonni, ecc...). Grazie a Stefano e a Elisabetta e una carezza speciale a Maya da parte delle mie bimbe! See you soon Silvia

Owner response: Ciao Silvia, Siamo stati felicissimi di conoscervi e di avervi qui come nostri ospiti. Vogliamo congratularci per le fantastiche ed educatissime bambine che avete, sono state bravissime e dolcissime. Speriamo vivamente di avervi nuovamente come nostri ospiti e di poter trascorrere insieme più tempo! Un salutone speciale dall'isola di Barbados. Elisabetta, Stefano e.... Maya!

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Blue Ocean Villa apartment with generous space

Guest Juergen D.
Date of stay 07/09/12
Review Submitted 07/29/12

Blue Ocean Villa apartment is generous spaced , clean and well maintained. everything in the kitchen you would need is supplied. Beautiful view from veranda to ocean front. Sleeping rooms upstairs are a bit too warm . No problems with Internet access. Apartment is best situated for many activities ( recommending heavily Boosy's Surf School ) and for reaching the best beaches. Stefano und his wife supported us with any information and help at any time. Many Thanks for this! Sure we will come back to Blue Ocean Villa. Jürgen , Germany

Owner response: Thank you Jurgen!! We hope to see you and your family again very soon and don't work too much!! Enjoy yourself! Elisabetta and Stefano

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Blue Ocean Villa is the perfect romantic getaway

Guest Elizabeth G.
Date of stay 06/13/12
Review Submitted 07/27/12

Blue Ocean villa was an amazing honeymoon desitnation. When we arrived, it was clean, spacious, and tastefully decorated. As it has two floors, there was plenty of space and we could easily have brought friends or children had it been a regular vacation. We enjoyed the charming second story deck for eating breakfast, lunch and dinner. The fish market was right near by so we took some hints from the locals and cooked bajan style for ourselves many nights. Stefano and Elisabetta were gracious hosts offering good advice on local restaurants or anything else we needed to find. We felt very safe tucked in our quiet little villa. It is also noteworthy that we were close to all the activities, but not right in the loud tourist area, which we really appreciated because it was lovely for sleeping at night...being able to hear the ocean. This is a prime location because it was near surf spots on the south side for my husband and just a short drive from some great snorkeling and swimming as well for me. Surfer's Bay Bar was within walking distance and we enjoyed food and drinks there throughout our stay. We will most definitely return in the future!

Owner response: Hello Elisabeth, we are very happy that you loved and enjoyed your stay in Blue Ocean Villa. We hope to meet you again in the future! Take care and we wish all the best for your marriage! Elisabetta and Stefano

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Fabulous Stay in Paradise!

Guest Michael F.
Date of stay 06/01/12
Review Submitted 06/14/12

After reading reviews for hours we finally decided upon Blue Ocean Villa in Christ Church, Barbados. From the initial correspondence to arrival and through departure, Stefano (the owner) was attentive to detail and always readily available to make sure everything was to our satisfaction. Our transfers both to and from the airport were both punctual and courteous (Rodney, our driver, even brought us by a small grocery upon arrival to pick up a few necessities before dropping us at Blue Ocean). The sound of crashing waves and the beauty of the turquoise blue water never grew tiring as we sat on the verandah at various times throughout the day. We were very close to some quality surf breaks that were either in walking distance or a few minutes drive by car (Freights is a must). The villa was very well equipped with all the various accoutrements to be able to cook while on extended holiday, but why would you want to toil in the kitchen with Oistin's or Surfer's Cafe only 5 minutes drive away, or the hidden gem, Surfer's Bay, only a few minutes walk down the road on one of the most beautifully, peaceful stretches of jagged coral and sandy beach on the south coast. The property is well-taken care of, the owners (Stefano and Elizabetta) are wonderful, and the Bajan population are so friendly. This would be the only place we would ever consider staying when we go back to, what we consider to be, one of the most beautiful places on the planet.

Owner response: Hi Kristie and Mike! We really hope to have you here again in the future, your family and your children were absolutely nice, very well educated and very very sweet. It's impossible for us to have better guests here and this is the reason why we appointed you as the best family with young children we had in the entire season! We wish you all the best, our greatest regards from the sunny island! Stefano & Elisabetta

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Soggiorno Perfetto!!

Guest Mariasole P.
Date of stay 04/25/12
Review Submitted 07/27/12

Anche quest'anno, per il terzo anno consecutivo, abbiamo scelto Barbados per le nostre ferie annuali per 4 settimane e siamo stati a Blue Ocean Cottage, con vista sull'Oceano, che è proprio di fronte ad appena 70 metri. L'appartamento scelto è il più grande e confortevole fra tutti quelli del Cottage, con due comode camere da letto, dotate di aria condizionata indipendente, un grande soggiorno, la cucina con lavastoviglie, frigo, freezer e tutto l'occorrente, il bagno e la terrazza sul mare che è il punto più bello di tutta la casa... Non mancava nulla per assicurarci un soggiorno rilassante, gradevole, ma anche pieno di interessanti cose da fare ogni giorno.... fra le nostre passeggiate presto al mattino sul bellissimo viale di Atlantic Shore o alla sera a Silver Sands Beach o a Silver Rock, la pesca per mio marito e le serate a Oistins e Bridgetown... Quest'anno per i bagni abbiamo preferito la spiaggia di Miami Beach, per il mare sempre calmo, l'ombra naturale degli altissimi pini sulla spiaggia, la sabbia bianchissima e i colori dell'acqua senza uguali, con le tartarughe proprio intorno a noi....Che spettacolo! Elisabetta e Stefano ci hanno come sempre accolto con grande disponibilità e cortesia, dandoci anche molti consigli su come apprezzare meglio le tante bellezze e peculiarità di Barbados, un'isola veramente unica, in un Cottage esclusivo ai massimi livelli di comfort. Se tutto va bene anche l'anno venturo saremo a Barbados e questa volta forse per due mesi; perchè cambiare quando si ha il paradiso a disposizione? Rosy Corrieri

Owner response: Siamo felicissimi che siate stati benissimo anche quest'anno. Speriamo davvero di rivedervi anche l'anno prossimo!! Salutoni speciali dall'isola di Barbados!!!!

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watch out kitesurfer...... ;-)

Guest uwe k.
Date of stay 12/25/11
Review Submitted 01/28/12

.....forgot to say: when you are kitesurfing at silver sands, watch out for the turtles and don't hit them with your fin! they are more solid than your gear! what a nice problem to have :-) i really enjoyed sharing the ocean with them. everyday i encountered many of them whilst kiting towards the reef and the waves.....how nice that was!!!!! when lucky you will as well find them or small stingrays when snorkling off the area in front of the house. at least we did. enjoy the sea uwe

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best place on barbados for kiite- and windsurfer

Guest uwe k.
Date of stay 12/25/11
Review Submitted 01/28/12

our family, 2 adults and 2 kids aged 15 and 17 spend the 2 x-mas holiday weeks in silver sands barbados in the emerald blue appt which is part of the blue ocean cottage place, also named the kabakalli appatements. being located on the quieter south part of barbados close to the kite mekka silver sands, with ocean view from the terasse and beautiful nature all around, this was the ideal place for us to stay. if you need daily room service, swimming pool, ready made breakfast buffet and flat screen tv with 100 channels this is not your place. if you want a bit of local touch, warmth, individuality, privacy and being close to the surf...this is the place you want to be. we loved the stay, the appartment, the owner, the beaches and everything exerienced. great place, great people, great weather, great wind and waves. we'll come back...ideally forever :-) thks for the fantastic 2 weeks gabie, tim, luis and uwe

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The ideal get away for wind- and kitesurfers

Guest uwe k.
Date of stay 12/25/11
Review Submitted 01/27/12

our family, 2 adults and 2 kids aged 15 and 17 spend the 2 x-mas holiday weeks in silver sands barbados in the emerald blue appt which is part of the blue ocean cottage place, also named the kabakalli appatements. being located on the quieter south part of barbados close to the kite mekka silver sands, with ocean view from the terasse and beautiful nature all around, this was the ideal place for us to stay. if you need daily room service, swimming pool, ready made breakfast buffet and flat screen tv with 100 channels this is not your place. if you want a bit of local touch, warmth, individuality, privacy and being close to the surf......this is the place you want to be. we loved the stay, the appartment, the owner, the beaches and everything exerienced. great place, great people, great weather, great wind and waves. we'll come back.....ideally forever :-) thks for the fantastic 2 weeks gabie, tim, luis and uwe

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(17-26) March 2011 vacation

Guest andrea71
Date of stay 03/17/11
Review Submitted 03/28/11

I and my friends recommend strongly Blue Ocean apartment as perfect solution for a lot of reasons: 1) the location, the position is ideal both for sports and relax being close to beautiful seasides not attended by too many tourists 2) the apartment, it is well-furnished and well-appointed (there is more than the necessary) 3) the owners, a couple of nice Italians very discreet and helpful

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with young children.

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All Perfect!

Guest luter69
Date of stay 03/17/11
Review Submitted 03/27/11

The perfect home. Beautiful and full of amenities. The owners, Elisabetta e Stefano, welcome you as if they were your friends for a very long time. Waking up in the morning with the sound of the sea, the wind and birds is priceless! Recommended for everyone: for people that wants to play sports or people who simply want to relax, eat good food and sunbath in one of wonderful beaches of the island.

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

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Perfect spot for a sports vacation

Guest Steph
Date of stay 03/10/11
Review Submitted 03/29/11

Whether you look for windsurf – kitesurf or surf, Kabakalli Apartments are perfectly located. My husband, my daughter (21) and I had a fantastic stay in Blue Ocean Villa from 10 to 19 March. Near Silver Sands beach and Surfer’s Point in a quiet area far from big hotels, this confortable chattel house is the perfect spot if you need cleanliness, comfort and relax. Stefano and Elisabetta, the owners are really nice and helpful and we really appreciated their hints and their company in the morning or evening on the way back from the beach. Stefano helped us to rent a car so that we could visit a lot of interesting places all around the island. The villa is spacious with a nice kitchen, a big fridge, dishwasher, big shower, and everything you need. But what we liked best was the wonderful balcony overlooking the ocean perfect for breakfast and dinner. We still miss that place and we recommend it to everyone looking for a warm and friendly atmosphere. All the best to Stefano and Eli and a special hug to Maya.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Owner response: Thank You Stefania, we really apprecited a lot you and your family to be our special guest here! We hope to see you soon, kindest regards Elisabetta.

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Great Apartment - Great hosts

Guest Doris&Ewald
Date of stay 03/04/11
Review Submitted 03/27/11

we stayed for a week in Blue Ocean Villa in Silver Sands/ Barbados at the beginning of our carribean trip in March 2011. This is a great location run by extremly friendly and supporting hosts. It is great for people who simply want to relax as well for those who want to surf or travel through Barbados by car. Stefano has great tips for everything.

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

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Blue Ocean Villa is Wonderful All Around!

Guest B. Beyer
Date of stay 02/20/11
Review Submitted 03/07/11

My husband, our two 20 something daughters and I had a fantastic 8 days in Barbados at the Blue Ocean Villa. Our hosts Stefano and Elisabetta were wonderful, very helpful with directions and recommendations for places to see and places to eat. As it turned out we ended up spending most of our time right in the area of the Villa as my husband enjoyed windsurfing almost everyday, (a 5 minute walk up the shoreline to the launch at Silver Sands Beach), and my daughters and I were happy just soaking up the sun and surf. We had most of our meals right on the covered balcony dining area of the Villa overlooking the ocean. It was great to have a kitchen, as the restaurants were out of our budget. There is a funky little beach bar just a 2 minute walk from Blue Ocean for a drink, late lunch or dinner. If you love the beach culture, love to surf, windsurf or kite board, this is the area to be in. The vibe at Blue Ocean Villa is warm, casual and fun and I highly recommend a stay here if going to Barbados.

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

Owner response: Hello Barbie, we thank you very much to have been here as our guest in Blue Ocean Cottage. It was great for us to know such a fantastic family as you are! We hope to see you very soon and to spend more time with you also in the water with Steve! All the best Stefano, Eli and Maya

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Great Place - Blue Ocean Villa

Guest kite_crazy
Date of stay 01/28/11
Review Submitted 02/25/11

We stayed in early Febuary 2011 for 10 days. It was a very relaxing and comfortable apartment. Although we spend most of our days at the beach (within walking distance) kitesurfing, we found the apartment to be spacious and charming. It felt like home.

Recommended for: Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

Guest Nick
Date of stay 12/18/10
Review Submitted 01/06/11

My family and I stayed for 2 blissful weeks in the spacious and comfortable Blue Ocean Villa at Kabakalli. Stefano and Elizabetta were great hosts, very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Blue Ocean to anyone wanting to visit Barbados. It is competitively priced and in a fantastic location. The water is literally 50 meters away! Thanks for the great vacation!

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

Owner response: Hi Nick, We hope to see you here in Barbados soon! We will have few beers and few waves togheter!!! kindest regards from the sunny island.

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Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

Guest Nick
Date of stay 12/17/10
Review Submitted 01/31/11

My family and I stayed for 2 blissful weeks in the spacious and comfortable Blue Ocean Villa at Kabakalli. Stefano and Elizabetta were great hosts, very friendly and helpful. I would recommend Blue Ocean to anyone wanting to visit Barbados. It is competitively priced and in a fantastic location. The water is literally 50 meters away! Thanks for the great vacation!

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

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GREAT STAY

Guest BLANC
Date of stay 10/19/10
Review Submitted 11/15/10

GREAT STAY Review: We are 3 french families with children and we have spent 12 days in Blue Ocean villa + Yellow bird apartment. We have really enjoyed our stay in the house.Everything was ok . The owner is very kind and make you fell at home. We have really enjoyed the BBQ on the terrace with the view on the sea. It is a very nice and quite area. I recommend you this accomodation and I advice you to go to Surfers bay cafA to drink a Banks!

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

Owner response: Thank you Sandra, It was a great pleasure to have you as a guest! See you next year! Stefano

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Fantastic holiday!!

Guest Marco
Date of stay 07/04/10
Review Submitted 09/20/10

We have been in Blue Ocean Villa in July and I have to admit that after the renovation works we found the property as a very specialone, very nice, confortable, with all confort and better than we expected. The position was fantastic for surfing, windsurfing and kite surfing. It's very very close to the sea and to the beaches of Silver Sands, Silver Rock and Rescue Beach. I't only few metres far from the ocean water!! We were a group of 5 friends and spent 3 weeks of great time. We did excellent barbecues on the verandah and we went out in the water 14 times for wind/kite surfing and every single day for surfing. The new owner Elisabetta and her boyfriend were very very nice, gentle, friendly and for any kind of request they were always ready to satisfy us, because they really know how to manage with clients and tourists. The property was very clean and well-maintained and surely we would recommend it to a friend or relative. Next year we will be back for sure!

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

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Blue Ocean Cottage - 70 Metres from the Sea Water: Studios, Apartments, Villas!! [#462341ha] | View Property

Traveler Reviews (21)

Beautiful Hideaway

Beautiful Hideaway

Great quite place near the best kite surfing spots

Great quite place near the best kite surfing spots

Stay in Ocean Blue Villa

Stay in Ocean Blue Villa

Un vero paradiso!

Un vero paradiso!

Blue Ocean Villa apartment with generous space

Blue Ocean Villa apartment with generous space

Blue Ocean Villa is the perfect romantic getaway

Blue Ocean Villa is the perfect romantic getaway

Fabulous Stay in Paradise!

Fabulous Stay in Paradise!

Soggiorno Perfetto!!

Soggiorno Perfetto!!

watch out kitesurfer...... ;-)

watch out kitesurfer...... ;-)

best place on barbados for kiite- and windsurfer

best place on barbados for kiite- and windsurfer

The ideal get away for wind- and kitesurfers

The ideal get away for wind- and kitesurfers

(17-26) March 2011 vacation

(17-26) March 2011 vacation

All Perfect!

All Perfect!

Perfect spot for a sports vacation

Perfect spot for a sports vacation

Great Apartment - Great hosts

Great Apartment - Great hosts

Blue Ocean Villa is Wonderful All Around!

Blue Ocean Villa is Wonderful All Around!

Great Place - Blue Ocean Villa

Great Place - Blue Ocean Villa

Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

Blue Ocean Villa Barbados

GREAT STAY

GREAT STAY

Fantastic holiday!!

Fantastic holiday!!