Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem

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A wooden deck with a pool, overlooking the ocean.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table, and chairs. There is a television on the wall and a ceiling fan.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a ceiling fan, and windows with a view of the ocean.
A spacious living room with a TV, wicker furniture, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a refrigerator.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Dive into relaxation
    Unwind in the top-rated pool, your perfect spot for relaxation.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

Popular amenities

  • Massages in spa
  • Balcony
  • Private pool
  • Gas grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Calabash Bight, Bay Islands Department
  • Place, Paya Bay Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Garifuna Cultural Center
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Place, Fantasy Island Beach
    ‪46 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.)
    ‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Master

1 King Bed

Guestroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Guestroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Downstairs Master Bath

Toilet ¡ Shower only

Main Floor Half Bath

Toilet

Pool Deck Bathroom

Toilet

Upper Shared Bath

Toilet ¡ Shower only

Upstairs Master Bath

Toilet ¡ Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Roatan

Located in Roatan, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Pristine Bay Golf Club and Roatan Island Brewing Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Garifuna Cultural Center and Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum. Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences and Carambola Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and mountain climbing.
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What's nearby

  • Paya Bay Beach - 21 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Garifuna Cultural Center - 22 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Fantasy Island Beach - 46 min drive - 26.8 km
  • Parrot Tree Beach - 48 min drive - 24.7 km
  • Daniel Johnson's Monkey and Sloth Hang Out - 50 min drive - 28.5 km

Getting around

  • Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hole in the Wall - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪La Sirena - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Garifuna Living Food - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cholas Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Mc Nab Place - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem?

As of Nov 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem on Nov 6, 2026 start from CA $272, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hillside Paradise - A Remote Island Gem located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Paya Bay Beach and 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from Garifuna Cultural Center. Parrot Tree Beach and Fantasy Island Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 30 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view & the kids loved the pool! Plenty of space for our family to come visit. Have
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

2nd time staying here.... as great as the first time!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Get-Away

Peaceful, perfect way to disconnect from the world. Relaxing. Perfect spot to be able to learn more about the culture of the island. People on the island are very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

east end adventures

it was a great change of pace. east side is so quiet, and beautiful. the pool is fabulous
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

wonderful

this is 3rd time staying here. as per usual...everything was great.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy
The host was very welcoming and helpful at the airport. Some of the amenities of the property were not provided; blow dryer, shampoo, laundry detergent, etc. Only 1 dish towel was provided, along with only 1 roll of paper towels.The electrical bill was a little more than expected. We didn’t turn air conditioning on, but found one of the upstairs bedroom had an air conditioner running. Bugs were prevalent even though we cleaned constantly. On a bright note, Ty-Ty was always available and extremely helpful. We loved hearing his stories about the island.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place is beautiful but felt realty taken advantage of asking for a driver. Anytime you left sight 50.00 USD diesel about 7.00 a liter and just going to the market 5 miles away 50 bucks dinner 50 bucks also understand the high electricity but 0.40 a KW IS A MARK UP.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 29, 2025
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re so glad you found the property beautiful and enjoyed the natural surroundings of this special part of the island. We do want to clarify a couple of points you mentioned, as island living can sometimes come as a surprise for visitors. Our property is located in a remote and pristine area, which is part of its charm, but it also means that all goods, fuel, and supplies must be brought in. Fuel here is more expensive than on the mainland, and drivers charge based on both distance and time—it is not unusual for short trips to cost more than guests might expect. Regarding electricity, we charge what the local utility company bills us at $0.40 per kWh, it may fluctuate to $0.38 per kWh at times. Electricity on the island is among the most expensive in the region, which is why we make guests aware ahead of time so there are no surprises. We truly value your feedback and are always looking for ways to help guests better prepare for the realities of staying in a remote island location. We hope the beauty, privacy, and unique experience of your stay outweighed the challenges.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Surrounded by nature

Definitely need a 4x4 vehicle to get to property. TyTy was very helpful and a great guide. Excellent welcome and support from Sherri & Brian. House was as described and well-equipped. Only thing I would suggest is having a kettle for tea. I recommend using bug spray when staying outdoors.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

The home was as advertised. Beautiful view, extremely comfortable and well appointed. The home is on the quiet side of the island so stop at the grocery store on the way to the house. Tie Tie is the best guide as to where to go and what to do. Went out on the boat a couple days and had lunch at Trico. AMAZING! We would recommend this property to anyone. Sherri is very responsive and a pleasure to deal with.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Our short 4 day stay at Hillside Paradise was perfect. We loved everything about the location and home. It was so peaceful with the most beautiful views. We did not want to leave and will definitely be back. We also went out fishing and snorkeling with Tie Tie- we can not say enough about this guy!! He is so kind and knows everything there is to know about the island, fishing and snorkeling spots. Sherri and Brian were also great to work with. Brian met us (I originally went to the wrong meet up spot:/) and led us to the house, gave us a tour and made sure we had what we needed before leaving. Thank you all for everything! We miss the dogs too!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adventure to the other side

Great house.... they met us at the airport and we stopped to get necessities. It is off the beaten path but if you like that then you'll love this place. Little market about 15-20 minutes down the rugged dirt road (need suv for ground clearance) to get what you have forgotten. Cool beach bars to explore in neighboring towns if willing to drive. Had a local deliver us king crabs, fish and conch to the house. Tie Tie the caretaker brought us fresh tuna. We ate well and relaxed! Definitely recommend for the ones that want to see it all and experience the island.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable home with a view!

A comfortable house on the hillside with an expansive view of the sea and the mountains of mainland Honduras. Wonderful for a family looking relax and play in the pool and the ocean easily accessible by foot for some shoreline snorkeling. Road in best traveled with a four wheel drive with clearance. Caretaker and house manager both lovely, helpful and can share some really great stories. If a more remote location is for you, this checks that box. Exploring the east coast away from crowds allowed us beaches nearly to ourselves. May want to pick up bulk of groceries at the supermarket in Coxen Hole or French Harbor as it is more limited in the Calabash area for cooking in the well equipped kitchen. Thanks again to Sherri who was quite responsive in our communications!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 5, 2023
Thank you for choosing Hillside Paradise! We are so happy you enjoyed you stay and hope to host you in the future. Sherri
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location

House is great

The house is beautiful and lots of space I loved the property. There are couple of things that did not liked the road to get there is terrible and it's far away. Wifi is slow, and we had 2 days without connecting 😑 if you have kids or teens this is not a good idea! We had total of 4 kids and they were load at the pool at 6pm, and one of the neighbors showed up complaining about it and he was not nice at all!. Electricity is a separate cost, and it is super expensive.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2022
Dania we sincerely apologize the incident that occurred. We hope that something like this will not ever occur in the future. We are told a new internet provider is coming. Being so far out east the internet is limited. We do hope that you did enjoy your stay overall! Sherri
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hillside Heaven

While the property is called Hillside Paradise, we think it is heaven! Perfect spot for those wanting outdoor adventure based vacation versus shopping and night life. This is our second year staying at the property and it felt like home. We embraced the dirt road to reach the house, power outages (electrical company issues), sand-flys, and smoke from mainland because we loved snorkeling, deep-sea fishing, and fly-fishing. TyTy was fantastic with his big smile taking us out on the center-consol boat and share his knowledge of the area and environment. We enjoyed the mangrove tour and dinners/drinks at Trico-Jonesville. Sherri and Brian are great hosts with prompt and clear communications and they helped coordinate last minute details. The home decorations are more than we expected and reflect the love the owners have for their house. This is great place to get away from electronics (even though there is WiFi and cell coverage) and enjoy the beauty of Roatan and the Caribbean.
Stayed 18 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

East End Paradise

Great house with a beautiful view and pool. Definitely rent a 4-wheel drive as the last few miles are on gravel roads that are not well-maintained… but the drive is worth it. We were met at the airport by Deysi, who we followed to the grocery store to stock up on supplies and then followed to the house. Once there we were met by Ty Ty, who was a great asset. He gave us advice on where to go and what to do on the east end of the island. We took advantage of the “mangrove boat tour” and Ty Ty was a fabulous guide (highly recommended). Check-in and out was a breeze. Great water-pressure for showers, etc. and five-gallon jugs of drinking water provided (American stomachs can not tolerate the local water). Several good restaurants within a 20-30 minute drive. The house has its own dock and ocean access (about a 3-minute walk) and you can snorkel the reef (we saw lobsters and octopus and lots of various fish). We would come back here in a heartbeat!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Great place to sit back and relax or Jump in the boat with Ty Ty for a great tour of the island or some great fishing. Ty Ty gives the rental a personal touch that cannot be described in words. He went above and beyond to make sure our stay was great and even came looking for us after dark when he thought we might be lost going to La Sirina for supper. He is a great fishing guide and put us on the fish and made my Granddaughters 16th Birthday very special with some yellow tail and 2 big Wahoo and we lost another 3 big Whoo that morning. Sherri was great from the booking to the end and would book with her in a heart beat. Island car rental rented us a 4 door truck and you need a truck or SUV for this rental as the roads just are not made for compact cars. I am sending down Fishing tackle to Ty Ty as it is hard to find on the island and if you love to fish he is the guy.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise Hill was Paradise

To start out, I gave the four stars for communication Only because before our trip, it would take sometimes days or weeks for us to get a response when we emailed. However, once we were on the island, communication was immaculate. We always got a response instantly and there was never an issue. I gave the four stars for location only because we really struggled to get to the location. We had a car that was not all-wheel-drive or 4 x 4 and getting up some of the hills we really struggled. The hills are gravel and dirt and there are rods and some of it is really Sandy. One time it took us six times to try and get up the hill. You have to really gun the car and be at 60 miles an hour just to start going up the hill by the time you get to the top of the hill you’re going about 19 miles an hour. The description on the property does say you need a 4 x 4 and I highly suggest that you get that if you’re going to rent the property. The property was super clean and it had absolutely everything that we needed or could imagine that we needed. It was well supplied. We really appreciate it so kudos to the owners. For people who have never been to the island, the check in process is excellent. We are building on the island and so we are there about four times a year and very familiar with the island and the process. The property manager is very accommodating and easy to work with. Definitely six stars to her! The accuracy of the listing is spot on plus more. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, once you arrive. Incredible service.

We loved our stay. The owners are NOT wrong about wanting a 4x4 vehicle. I'd say it took us about 75 mins to drive from the airport the house - over roads that where paved had tons of potholes to the access road to the access road that was not paved and had standing mud. The house is NOT in the middle of a neighborhood. No real close options for shopping. We only ate one meal away from the house - on a trip with TyTy (more on him later). The house was awesome. The private pool was a highlight of our trip. We experienced some "local impacts" that you should be aware of - none of which ruined any of the fun we had. The power went out for about 20 hours. The power company was on it & the owners were in great communication about timing. The internet at the house was not what you might be accustomed to in the US. But we were able to stream some TV providers in the evening and the wi-fi helped immensely with getting basic text messages sent/received. The house does charge for electricity separately - due to the massive expense of it. We operated the a/c while we slept - the entire night in 3 of 4 bedrooms. Our "surcharge" for electricity was 160. A fair price for being able to sleep in a/c comfort. TyTy was THE MAN. Cleaned the pool daily and took us out on his boat twice. Those were easily the highlights of our trip. He brought us fresh snapper once and hooked us up with fresh lobster another time. This place is worth it just for access to TyTy - book a trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 weeks in paradise

We stayed at the Calabash property for 2 weeks over Christmas. The location of the property was pretty far away from town. On average took a 2 hour round trip to go to the nearest large grocery store (Eldons) but was definitely worth it to have peace and quiet. This property is definitely off the beaten path but it was just what our family needed. From the time we landed Sherri and Brian the property managers were absolutely wonderful! They met us at the airport, took us to the grocery store to stock up, then escorted us all the way to the property. Once arriving on the property we were met by Ty the groundskeeper. He was a huge asset to this rental. Not only did he help with any questions or assistance we needed but was nice enough to take our oldest son out fishing multiple times on our trip! We became very close with him over our stay and appreciated all he did for us. Sherri and Brian are just a phone call or message away for anything we needed. They were very responsive and helpful through our trip. I feel the need to emphasize about all of them as no matter how great a rental is if you can’t get ahold of someone when there’s an issue it can make or break your trip. We will most definitely be back and would love to stay at this property again. The fishing there was amazing! My son caught 13 different species of fish during our stay. The snorkeling right out front is amazing as well and Ty will show you exactly where to go to see the best fish and the reef. The neighborhood was safe. Never once did we feel unsafe at all during our stay. There is plenty of friendly local dogs that will come for food if they smell you cooking. That was also a highlight of our trip as our children really missed their own pets while being gone. On that note if you are not a fan of dogs no worries. Don’t feed them and they won’t stay. My only suggestions for future renters is if possible do not use the electric dryer or stove top. In Roatan the electric is very expensive and both the above listed are electric appliances. You are responsible for electric at this property like almost all the other ones on the island as it is a huge expense for property owners. Please don’t miss out an an opportunity to stay here as it was the highlight of our trip. Thank you again to Sherri, Brian, and Ty for making this one of our best family vacations ever!
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 6, 2021
We are so happy that you and your family had such a great vacation at Hillside Paradise! It is definitely a gem on the quiet east end. We look forward to your return! It makes us very happy when guests truly enjoy their time here on Roatan.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

We loved Hillside Paradise. Beautiful location. Away from crowds but not too far from restaurants, etc. Property manager very helpful, answered all my questions quickly. Easy to reach. Caretaker was great. Took us fishing and snorkeling. You can snorkel right off the dock (boats do come through so I would bring a diving flag if I went back). You can walk down the beach and fish on the flats. Pool was refreshing, hammocks relaxing. House was very comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. We kept the house open as there was a nice breeze so we did not use much electricity.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place to stay to relax, get away or play

The house easily accommodated four adults and was just as lovely as the pictures show. We were greeted by the property manager at the airport and then led back to the property. After that we were met by TyTy who offered to guide us in snorkeling, fishing and touring the island. He was available for as much as we wanted. The pool was another attraction to the property. After a week, we wish we could have stayed longer. We definitely will be coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Alex M.

Great house and location. Sherri , Brian and Terry were really awesome!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We call the area Conch Key

Stayed at 2 VRBO's and one other . This one was the best. Plenty of rooms and lots of amenities. Getting out here can be a bit rough at a couple if spots - especially if it has rained, but that's what makes this area special . It keeps the faint of heart and typical tourest at bay. Sherri was on top of things and their watchie man, Ty Ty - who lives next door is awesome. He took us on a fantastic adventure to.... well I am not telling because it's my new secret spot. 😏 thanks all . Wish I could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Worth the drive

If you want quiet away from the crowds this is the place!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic week in calabash.

Our party of five, including two teenagers and three adults, had a fantastic week in Roatan staying here. The house was perfect with lots of space, five bedrooms and bathrooms. The property managers were very helpful, meeting us at a nearby gas station to drive us out to the house and walk us through check-in. Ty Ty was available to resolve any issues that popped up quickly. The water access is a short walk from the bottom of the stairs and provided some incredible snorkeling and critter search time. My daughter found several nudibranchs, crabs, starfish and sea urchins, and made friends with a small fish named Tux. The only challenge for us here was access to diving was slightly difficult as we either had to drive down into Oak Ridge or a Dori was sent to pick us up. Other than that the amenities were amazing and all ways great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
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