We have come to Bonaire quite a few times over the last 7 years, and always stayed at a dive resort. The convenience seemed greater than anything a house could offer. I actually argued against this house, and I have never been so happy to be wrong! I don't even know where to start.

First off, let's talk about the house itself. The pictures online just don't do it justice. It is large and spacious and comfortable - perfect for a large group. There are 6 bedrooms, each with a private bath. It is missing the one crappy room someone always gets stuck with... there is not a bad choice of any of them. All have a slider to a patio or balcony with a sea view, all have king/2 twins. What was remarkable about this home was the quiet. I would wake in the morning and think I was the only person up, only to go to the kitchen and find everyone else up and laughing, breakfast preparation in full swing. This is priceless when on vacation with a large group of people with different routines and schedules - the feud of the morning people vs. night owls isn't a problem here! Two refrigerators seemed a bit much but in the end it was super convenient to have all that space. Everything was clean and the kitchen was well stocked. Parking out front was more than sufficient, and the multiple gear lockers right by the truck parking was also very convenient.

The location is SPECTACULAR. The seating area by the water is perfect, and the diving right out the back step was equally impressive. Evenings, about 5pm, a group of smaller turtles comes and frolics in the surf right out back. Every evening, we would all gather out there with a beverage and enjoy the show. In the morning, large parrot fish play in the same surf. The pool is literally one house down.

A nice house isn't that great if the management isn't very good, and I can't say enough about Rob and his team. They were supposed to meet us at the airport with the key, but we changed the plan at the last minute - no problem! They adjusted accordingly. We had trouble with the gear lockers on the 2nd morning - no problem! Someone was there within the half hour to fix it. We locked ourselves out of the safe the night before departure - no problem! Rob came and opened it for us first thing. The entire staff was wonderful.

There is only one downside to staying at this house, and unfortunately it is a big one. You see, you will have to leave. I promise you, you will not want to leave.

See you next year Hamlet # 10!