Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds

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1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

Roatan, Bay Islands Department

Paya Bay Beach
‪12 min drive‬
Parrot Tree Beach
‪26 min drive‬
Fantasy Island Beach
‪26 min drive‬
Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Sweecret Retreat homes are situated in the quiet neighbourhood of Calabash Bight, Jose Santos Guardiola, Roatan.
Homes have most amenities and appliances for you to enjoy your vacation as if you were in your own home.
Our guests can easily be collected by charter boats for Eastern tours to Lime Cay, Pigeon Cays, St. Helene and Port Royal from our dock.
If you wish to swing in another direction there are tour operators who will even take you as far as West End, West Bay or Cayos Cochinos.
Don't care for boat rides? No problem. We have road access that will lead you quickly to restaurants or other adventures.
In Diamond Rock you will find several restaurants serving food that will delight most palates, such as Chelles, La Sirena, Paya Bay and Camp Bay Lodge.
For our roads we recommend a 4X4 as they are mostly hilly and unpaved.
Kayaks are available to guests free of cost
Bar hoping is a famous activity on the East End and travel is mainly by boat or small skiffs.
We provide this service at a fee.
A free boat ride to the famous Jonesville Mangroves is complimentary to all guests staying 28 days or more
No fees are charged for car parking or small boat docking.

Property manager

Davern Cook

Languages

English, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property is accessible by boat and car. Any and all boat rides are at a fee unless waived by Sweecret Retreat totally at its discretion

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Roatan

Located in Roatan, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Pristine Bay Golf Club and Roatan Island Brewing Co. are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Megaplaza Mall Roatan and West Bay Mall. Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum and Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.

Roatan, Bay Islands Department

What's nearby

Paya Bay Beach - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
Parrot Tree Beach - 26 min drive - 21.0 km
Fantasy Island Beach - 26 min drive - 23.1 km
Daniel Johnson's Monkey and Sloth Hang Out - 27 min drive - 24.7 km
Mahogany Beach - 36 min drive - 33.0 km

Getting around

Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

‪Kristi’s Overlook - ‬21 min drive
‪Hole in the Wall - ‬20 min drive
‪Wagundan - ‬13 min drive
‪Trico - ‬21 min drive
‪Yurumei - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Island charm on the East End of Roatan where history abounds located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Paya Bay Beach and within 12 miles (20 km) of Deena Beach and Parrot Tree Beach. Fantasy Island Beach and Sandy Bay & West End Marine Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Rachael W.

8 May 2025

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

Serene, lovely retreat

We had the most incredible stay at Sweecret. Leo and Davern really took care of us like family and make sure we had everything we needed. We had initially rented a 2wd SUV accidentally and it couldn't make the hill, but Leo rescued us and helped us store the car safely until we could exchange it. The resort is in such a lovely location off the beaten path, so peaceful, and it was really interesting to hear stories of how Leo grew up on the island. We loved boat bar-hopping and seeing the mangroves, and cannot wait to come back and see more the area has to offer!

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie S.

6 Apr 2025

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

Mouse house

I booked the green tiny home. Told on arrival that i was not staying there. It was rented to someone else. The blue upper floor was where I was placed. Many mice in the unit. Left when I woke to one crawling on me. Owner was aware of mouse problem

Stayed 33 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

19 Feb 2025

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

Relaxing spot

We wanted a place to relax. This was the best. Quiet area with beautiful surroundings. All necessities provided, dishes, cutlery, toaster, blender, coffee maker, etc. Fridge, microwave, stove, lighter, coffee and sugar, towels, soap, shampoo. Beautiful bay (bight) for kayaking. Nice grounds for leisurely walks. Just bring your own food. Highly recommended.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Feb 2025

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

Rustic Adventure

if you are looking for a rustic stay and get to meet genuine country people this is the place. Leo and Daverne were excellent hosts. They went out of their way to make our visit as pleasant and enjoyable as possible. They took us out on the boat for a site seeing and snorkelling adventure, a tour of the mangroves and an evening bar hopping and dining (3 separate trips). If you are looking at luxury living this isn’t it. If you are looking for a genuine country stay it is ideal. You will need a 4x4 to access especially in rainy season. However Leo has plans to cement the access road so soon you should be able to access with a SUV. . we loved our stay and exploring the east end of the island.

Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth U.

24 Oct 2024

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

Excellent place to stay.

Leo and Davern are great hosts. Feels like family.

Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam S.

22 Feb 2023

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

The best people

This was our second time staying with Sweecret and will be back. Can’t wait to return!

Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

28 Apr 2022

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

Nice place, nice people!

If you look for a quiet place to chill, Sweecret Retrait is the perfect place. You can only acces by boat, so no road around. It is almost on the water, with a beautiful view. The house is tiny, but perfect for one or two persons and the air conditioning is good. The pool is nice and refreshing. There's kayak to explore the bight and reach the reef to do snorkeling. Leo and Davern are SOOOO nice! They really make you feel like family. Leo was born there, so he knows everything and everybody ! He made us taste fruits from his nice garden and brang us to fish tuna. He brang us whereever we wanted go. We definitly recommand you this little paradise!

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brianna W.

11 Apr 2022

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

Amazing host

My time in Roatan was such a peaceful and enjoyable vacation. Leo and Davern does such an amazing job ensuring the guest are well accommodated and feel welcomed during their stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth U.

28 Feb 2022

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

Fantastic

With Davern and Leo it was just like visiting old friends.

Stayed 57 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

14 Dec 2021

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

The hosts Leo and Davern are AWESOME

Leo and Davern made me feel like family. They helped me check out the houses I was interested in so I could buy the house that is best for my needs. They showed me all over the island so I could pick the best area for me. Icant wait to move there so I can see them again.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Davern Cook

Leo and Davern are what we jokingly call ourselves CayBay Islanders.
We both lived and worked in the Cayman Islands and now reside in Roatan.
We enjoy hosting parties and being surrounded by guests who have delightful stories to tell

Why they chose this property

Guest will feel right at home at Sweecret Retreat as you have your own home with all amenities.

What makes this property unique

Access to Sweecret Retreat is by land or sea

Languages:

English, Spanish

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Popular amenities

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Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property