8/10 Good
Lynn M.
23 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kicked-back stay near the Donkey Sanctuary
My friend and I rented an apartment from Janet & Alout for 2 weeks. The kitchen was well-equipped for cooking all of our meals, the bathroom was newly renovated (but not much space to store bathroom items), the beds comfy, and the apartment had a nice front porch to hang out on and catch the breeze. My friend was disliked that the air conditioning in the bedrooms could only be used as night, which made the apt very warm, but we were out exploring most of the day anyway and you can always sit outside in the shade or jump in the small pool to keep cool. The hosts were lovely and very responsive and have a very large but sweet dog, Ellie which roams about. I really enjoyed meeting and interacting with the other folks staying there - they were longer term guests doing interesting research around the island. There are 6 apts in the one story building we were staying in, and a few more on the property. It was very quiet, with pretty landscaping and palapas with lounge chairs for relaxing outside. From here you can also walk to the Spanish Lagoon where there are many birds, egrets, burrowing owls, and other critters. You can also follow a longer trail that takes you to the ocean. If you’re looking for a luxury place I wouldn’t suggest staying here, but if you’re like me and enjoy staying out of the tourist areas, in more of a local neighborhood, and interacting with other interesting travellers, this may be the place for you. I’d definitely stay here again!
Lynn M.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024
