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Looking for an affordable and peaceful get-away perfect for two small families?

Looking for an affordable and peaceful get-away perfect for two small families?

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Spring at its best!
Very private Sunset residence with Caribbean views
Social Distancing - Long Island style
Outside living brought into a bright and comfortable living space.
Large windows simply expand the beautiful views and show the privacy offered.

Overview of Looking for an affordable and peaceful get-away perfect for two small families?

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

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Stella Maris, Long Island
  • Popular LocationAdderley's Plantation Ruins6 min drive
  • Popular LocationCape Santa Maria16 min drive
  • Popular LocationColumbus Point Monument20 min drive
  • AirportDeadman's Cay (LGI)70 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Looking for an affordable and peaceful get-away perfect for two small families?

Panoramic Ocean Views: Sweeping views of both sides of the island

There is lots of sunshine and the ocean is invitingly warm. Long Island is awaiting YOU!

Whether you are a couple, or a group of seven, this house has an intimate feeling of warmth and comfort. The upstairs living space is just as nice for two as it is for more people.

From the huge deck, one has the views and soothing sounds of the ocean on both sides of our island. It's a special place to star gaze at night.

This unique home has four bedrooms and two baths on the ground floor and a beautiful upstairs with a large 'Sunset Deck', great room with a nice kitchen and a spacious lounging area. The bedrooms are in groups of two, each set with a shared bathroom. Each bedroom is air conditioned: a reasonable amount of electrical charge is included in the rental. Our water is all rain water...best showers ever!


This beautiful home is in within walking distance to The Stella Maris Resort and to The Moonshine Bar, Erma's Nature Pool, the beautiful rock pools and Love Beaches. It's minutes from the Stella Maris Airport and to some of the most pristine and beautiful beaches in the world.

It's also just minutes from the "Main Road", bringing you North or South to all the other wonders of Long Island. To the North are the famous Cape Santa Maria Beach, Columbus Bay and Monument, and the Adderley Historical Ruins. To the South are the famous Deans Blue Hole, Clarencetown and the Flying Fish Marina, wooden smack sloop building...and more.

Long Island is just remote enough to be away from the "tourist kitsch" but not remote as not to have a great availability of good food, drink, high speed internet, etc. One can mingle outside with others for a "sundowner" or be the only person on a beach. The weather is wonderful: not too hot, breezy, and generally sunny.

To get to Long Island, we recommend flying to Nassau and then connecting with Stella Maris Resort Air Service. The current fare is $220 per person each way (as of September 16, 2023). Out of respect to the Stella Maris resort, we do not rent for less than one week.

Many of our guests remark about our notebook of things to do...we have lived in Stella Maris for a long time, are adventurous, and have amassed a collection of "off the beaten path" things to do!

Property manager

Susan Koster

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Wonderful patio along the back of the house provides great ocean views
Villa Aqua, beach & ocean front
Ocean view
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
9.6 out of 10, (49 reviews)
Villa Aqua, beach & ocean front

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 21
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
The spiral staircase requires adult supervision

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Immigration rules must be me, seek prior approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Stella Maris

Located in Stella Maris, this vacation home is near the beach. Deadman's Cay Caves is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lucayan Archipelago and Cape Santa Maria. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Stella Maris, Long Island

What's nearby

  • Adderley's Plantation Ruins - 6 min drive
  • Cape Santa Maria - 16 min drive
  • Columbus Point Monument - 20 min drive
  • Deadman's Cay Caves - 42 min drive
  • Salt Pond Beach - 45 min drive

Getting around

  • Stella Maris (SML-Estate Airstrip) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • Green Leaf Bar & Grille - 11 min drive
  • Moonshine Bar & Grill - 9 min walk

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jerry V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway home
To start, the host Susan was fantastic to work with and meet. She made our trip as effortless as possible, provided great advise on shopping and beach locations. Susan and Rolf met us at the airport and brought us to the home. She pre-purchased some food items for us so when we arrived so we did not have to rush out shopping. I highly recommend this location if your prepared to get away from the busy live. I do recommend bringing your blue-tooth speaker so you can enjoy your favorites.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for all the north has to offer
Roomy home with great views, perfect location for exploring the north of the island. Walking distance to Stella Maris resort and Atlantic beaches, 5 min to Adderleys for great fishing, 15 min to Cape Santa Maria and Columbus Monument. Susan was great to communicate with for anything we needed. Roads at Stella Maris are rough, so recommend renting an SUV. Bring bug spray, if there is no wind the no see ums are fierce!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Big house, great views
We stayed for one week and enjoyed the house! It is spacious, with four large bedrooms and two bathrooms downstairs. Washer and dryer worked great, as did everything in the house with the exception of the stereo. The upstairs area is an open concept living room, dining area and kitchen, with windows all around, a deck, and views of the Sound and the Atlantic. The bed was comfortable, plenty of towels, and everything was very clean. The spiral staircase did take some work getting up and down, and would not be ideal for anyone with mobility or balance issues. We missed having a bathroom upstairs, as both bathrooms are on the lower level. I felt the house was reasonably priced and large enough for two couples, a large family or two small families. It was more than enough space for the two of us! We did miss not being close enough to a beach to walk out the door and be at the water. It's a short drive to the Stella Maris Love Beaches and 15 minutes to the Cape Santa Maria beach, which is lovely. A good home base to explore the North part of Long Island, not far from grocery stores and great restaurants, especially Lenox and Aggie's in Burnt Ground. Susan is a wonderful host and provided excellent resources about the island and a USB speaker. Wifi worked great! The house is private - you cannot see or hear neighbors (a few houses distant), and you can hear the waves at night. The Stella Maris area is aging, and was very quiet when we were there.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect home base for exploring "down north"
Mostly importantly, be aware there is no AC upstairs, only in the bedrooms. We were aware and prepared, so not an issue for us. We closed the doors and shades while out exploring during the day, and within a few minutes of opening everything up when we returned in the evening, the breeze aired it out quite comfortably. We turned on the bedroom AC an hour before we went to bed, which worked perfectly. For a visit outside the summer months, none of this would even be a factor. There is almost always a nice breeze upstairs. We got by just fine with the kitchen supplies, but be advised, they are fairly basic. The water and laundry appliances worked fine. No issues with anything in the house. The view of both coasts from the upstairs deck is gorgeous. One of our favorite things about the out-islands is the view of the stars in the night sky. You just cannot get that except for the most rural portions of the US mainland. The resort is a 10-minute walk away. Most everything else will require a vehicle. Rent one with good ground clearance (SUV) if you are adventurous. The roads around Stella Maris were pretty bad when I first visited in 2015, and it doesn't seem anything has been done to them since. Even Queens Hwy has plenty of potholes to dodge. Max Conch Bar & Grill is an absolute must. Lots of fantastic snorkeling spots to be found. Susan's binder in the house has plenty of recommendations. Thank you Susan- we look forward to staying here again on a future visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marvin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing views and short drive to fantastic beaches
Sunset Residence is a larger home with a great deck with views of the Caribbean and Atlantic. You can fall asleep to the sound of the ocean. Breezes are constant and helpful for this city-dweller as we tried to go easy on the AC. Susan is SUPER responsive and accommodating. I highly recommend you read her guest packet as soon as you arrive because it really helped us plan trips to beaches, markets, the bank, etc. The house is less than 10 minutes from the airport and walking distance to the local resort and closest restaurant that takes credit cards. The resort is on the Atlantic side so surf is stronger at their beach but the Caribbean side resort is about a 15-20 minute drive north. House has Wi-Fi, slightly older but fully functional appliances, a stereo (that we never used) and board games. There is no TV, which really helps you disconnect and appreciate the views. If you want a house with lots of bedrooms, great views and privacy, this is the house for you.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Hosted by Susan Koster

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We, Rolf and Susan, are a Swiss and American couple who have lived on Long Island for many years. Of all the beautiful places on the planet, we chose to reside here. We travel all over the world and are sensitive to the needs of our guests. We enjoy sharing the magic of our island with our guests.

Why they chose this property

The Sunset Residence, in addition to its location on one of the most narrow parts of Long Island, with views of both coasts, has a warm ambiance all about it.

What makes this property unique

This lovely home was built for family living, entertaining, and beautiful views.

It is renovated and is centrally located in Stella Maris. You can walk to the wonderful oceanside 'Moonshine Bar'. Several local restaurants as well as food stores are within driving distance.
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