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Beachfront Two-Villa Estate
- Villa
- Sleeps: 10
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min Stay: 7 nights
3 Bedrooms; 2 Villas; 1 Magical Experience
Bedrooms
Bedroom 1
Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3
Option to use a one bedroom guest house or a 2 bedrooms guesthouse, or to combine them both into 3 bedroom set up. One bedroom has a king size bed, one with two beds: a double and a twin size beds. A separate guest house on the same property has a queen size bed, its own bathroom and kitchenette as well as a covered patio living room. please see photos.
Amenities
Featured
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- TV
- Satellite or cable
- Parking
- No Smoking
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom 1Toilet, showerwarm water heater for shower
- Bathroom 2Toilet, showerModern Second bathroom is in the one bedroom guesthouse
- Modern bathroom with a large walk in shower. Unlike most private properties in Aruba, we have warm water as well.
Safety features
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
Location Type
- RuralLocated in the oldest fishing village of Aruba, an old port.
- VillageFishing village
- Waterfront
- Beach ViewSee pictures
- BeachfrontHouse sits literally on the beach
- Ocean View...and ocean sounds
- OceanfrontWe are front row on the Caribbean Ocean (not across the street!)
- Water View
General
- Air ConditioningFan and Air conditioner in each bedroom
- Linens ProvidedYes
- ParkingParking easily available in front of the gate to the house
- InternetWifi available all the way to the beach
- Towels ProvidedBlue towels provided for bath, and red and white towels provided for the beach
- Wireless Internet
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Shampoo
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomWith French doors that open onto beach front veranda enclosed with a fence for security and privacy. Covered patio living room in the one-bedroom guest house. Our favorite living room is the beach
Kitchen
- RefrigeratorBrand new and stocked with ice. We will prepare a bottle of wine for your arrival. Please let us know if you require any food basics upon arrival
- Stove4-burner stovetop for cooking in each of the villas
- MicrowaveToaster oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, stovetop burners, coffee machine,
- Grill
- Coffee MakerCuisinart coffee brewer
- ToasterToaster oven
- Blender
- Dishes & UtensilsFull set of dishes for 4 people in 2 bedroom, and for 2 people in the one bedroom
- KitchenOpen kitchenette layout with bar countertop. Indoor and outdoor sink. Bar-b-que available upon request.
Dining
- Seating for 7 people
- Dining Area
- Diningcounter top in kitchen, and of course, outdoor dining tables and chairs under a breezy full canopy Divi-Divi tree or on the beach. Tablecloth provided for those romantic evenings of wine and cheese...
Entertainment
- Satellite/CableWifi provides our music and entertainment.
Outside
- Lawn/GardenGarden of tropical flora and fauna. See pictures
- Deck/PatioLiterally on the beach. Overlooking the surf. Serenading you with the song of wind and waves.
- Outdoor Furniture
Suitability
- Long-term Renters Welcome
Onsite Services
- Massage
- Housekeeper Optional
Notes
- Our guest house offers an opportunity to run away from the modern world. It does not offer hotel crowds, elevators or amenities, but to us that is its' beauty: We awaken to the sound of birds, waves and wind, wear a bathing suit, and pretend we are on a deserted island with no obligations at all. We swim along the shore or to the reef across the way, snorkel, dive, sunbathe, read, listen to music, or have a massage in afternoon. Sunset offers "sacred" restorative moments of beauty (there is no nicer sunset anywhere on the island). At night we dress up pretty, and walk or drive over to one of the restaurants in the vicinity, or we bring in food from the various take-out establishments. After dinner, we star gaze or watch a lightening show in the distance over the ocean. This house is all about an immersion in nature. It is set up for minor food preparation with light grilling and salads (not for heavy cooking).
Policies
Cancellation Policy
- 100% refund if you cancel at least 60 days before check-in.
- 50% refund (minus the service fee) if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.
- No refund if you cancel less than 30 days before check-in.
Damage and Incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
No pets
Events allowed - Please notify us if there is any plan for a party.Please notify us if there is any plan for a party.
No smoking
Max guests: 10
Minimum age of primary renter: 30
- Air conditioners must be turned off when rooms are not in use. Your specific use of water and electricity will be deducted from your security deposit.
- For your safety, please lock all gates and doors when away from the house, and at night.
Map
Hosted by Michael and Brit
Ask a questionAbout Michael and Brit
We fell in love with Aruba 20 years ago when we first visited as tourists escaping the cold of a New York City winter. But out of curiosity, seeking a variety of experiences, and wishing to learn about other cultures, we continued to explore other destinations in the Caribbean and Central America. No matter where we went, we always felt it was not quite as wonderful as being in Aruba. Aruba offered perfect hot weather, whereas in many other destinations we had to spend some days waiting for the rain to pass. In many other islands, we felt sorry for the native population, whereas in Aruba, we made friends with many of them. Aruba does not have shanty towns, it provides employment for most of the population who pride themselves as 'one happy island'. Most Arubeans speak English, Dutch, and Spanish so there is never a problem communicating. The white beaches are gorgeous, considered some of the most beautiful in the world, the water is clear and warm at 80 degrees most of the year. As far as water sports, there is everything available: incredible snorkeling and diving, world class windsurfing and kite surfing with steady trade winds, deep sea fishing, sunset cruises, jet skiing and tubing. Sunsets are breathtaking with many viewing sites (other than our own back yard...) serving drinks of your choice. At night, we love visiting our favorite restaurants. There are quite a few great restaurants serving gourmet food in transporting settings, and Casinos stay open through the night. The more we had seen in the Caribbeans, the more we missed Aruba. Then on September 11, 2001 we were in New York City when it was under attack. Soon after that traumatic experience, we decided we wanted to find a home away from conflict. Now, we ventured on a hunt for a peaceful land where we could feel safe. After much research and exploration, we were lucky to find a property right on the beach in our favorite island. The property has an additional guest house which we are proud to share
Michael and Brit purchased this Villa in 2004
Why Michael and Brit chose De Bruynewijk
For many years, whenever we visited Aruba, we stayed at the big hotels on the island. But as a personal treat, as the icing on the cake, we made a tradition of ending our vacation dining at our favorite restaurant The Flying Fishbone in the remote fisherman's village of Savaneta. The taxi ride to the restaurant made us feel we were getting to see the real country-side. At the hotels' section, it was busy, crowded, and hectic. But as we drove away from there, we met a sense of quiet, a down to earth sensibility. So when we looked for a house in Aruba, we were insistent to find a house right on the beach. Very few (less than 40)of Aruba's homes are built on the beach-most are across the street so we were thrilled when we found an ancient house on the beach in Savaneta, the village of our best memories. We have since worked tirelessly to renovate, update, and modernize the home while keeping its traditional structure preserved. We cherish every moment we spend at our home. We hope you do the same.
What makes this Villa unique
No words can describe the beauty of being on the water better than the pictures taken from our back yard/beach. When we arrive at the house, there is a realization that we have landed in paradise. There is a different beauty to every hour of the day: The calm breeze of the early morning, the bright yellow heat of mid day, the pink hues that glide on the ocean, and paint the sand in the afternoon. It is constantly changing and trasforming until the sun finally kisses the horizon, and the sky goes on fire. The perfect viewing spot is in the hammock under the Divi tree on the beach. We try to spend all of our time outdoor in nature. As there are so few homes on the water in Aruba, it was a treasure for us to find. In addition, the main house is a typical 'kunuku' house traditional to the country side of Aruba. it was built more than 100 years ago of coral. We have tried to preserve its heritage while modernizing and improving its ammenities.
- Languages:
- english