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BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!

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Beach
Exterior
Screened porch
Open porch with BBQ
Living room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sandy Bay, Roatan
  • Place, Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Roatan Island Brewing Co.
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Airport, Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Futon

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

3 Bathroom

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!

This private and secluded property is unique to Roatan. Just off the main road to a quiet beach, Villa Verde is located minutes from Roatan International Airport (RTB). The beach is maintained daily, and the sea is part of the Roatan Marine Park preserve, which offers a safe, calm area to explore this underwater ecological paradise.
Our quiet location includes a private pier only available to the small Sundancer community. The pier has an entrance to the deeper water, a shaded palapa, and an upper level for catching mesmerizing sunsets.
Imagine a secluded beach with no vendors, no elbow-to-elbow tourists, yet the busy beaches can be reached in minutes. The Mesoamerican reef (the second largest reef in the world) runs parallel to our property, where you can experience some of the best snorkeling and diving in the world.
The Sundancer pool is a short walk through the lush jungle and is inviting year around. The neighborhood is safe, private, with 24-hour security. Our property manager can arrange airport pick up and drop off (up to 4 people) if needed for a low fee, and can also suggest or help with itineraries of your choice, including a private chef.
The warm temperature makes the sea inviting year-round. Local activities are steps away. On the beach is Blue Island Divers (blueislanddivers.com) where you can dive (any level), rent kayaks, snorkel, deep sea fish, boat tour, etc. Lawson Rock is also a short walk down the beach where you can grab a latte, smoothie, or a bottle of wine to enjoy. Their deli offers a great breakfast and lunch menu.
West End is about 15 minutes away and has ample tourist shops, restaurants, and bars. We have made arrangements with the Mayan Princess Beach Resort (mayanprincess.com) for you to receive a guest pass to use their magnificent pool and beach area, parking, etc. West Bay is one of the top 10 beaches of the world and is about a 10-minute beach walk from Mayan Princess where you will find upscale restaurants along with beachfront bars and a wide variety of water activity rentals.
Anthony's Key (anthonyskey.com) is minutes away from Villa Verde, for diving, snorkeling, and swimming with dolphins.

Our BBQ grill on the deck is perfect for a grilled seafood feast!
There is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath casita available for rent below the villa for groups larger than 8 guests, making total capacity 12 guests. Inquire for availability and cost. (Vrbo 3593710)

*10% of Villa Verde's proceeds goes back to the community of Roatan through partnership with Sandy Bay Lighthouse Ministries* https://www.sblmroatan.net/about/

Keywords: Affordable, Luxury, Beachfront, Secluded Oceanfront, Villa
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Damage policy covers you up to $1,500. You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that exceeds this policy.
Subletting, parties, or unauthorized guests are prohibited.
When booking, you agree to the Sundancer noise ordinance.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

Roatan

Located in Roatan, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Bay Beach and Half Moon Bay Beach. Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences and Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sandy Bay, Roatan

What's nearby

  • Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Roatan Island Brewing Co. - 10 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences - 10 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Roatan Museum - 11 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Sandy Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Parrot Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Windjammer Marketplace - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Captain Jack's Ceviche Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪2 Dove Over The Sea - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fort Consolation - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!?

As of 12 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life! on 2 May 2026 start from £163, including 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 BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is BEACHFRONT VILLA! Snorkel & explore the amazing reef! Experience Caribbean Life! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Roatan holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences, Sandy Bay Beach and Carambola Botanical Gardens. Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum and Roatan Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 63 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

patrick n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, amazing location, really not much more you could want!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spacious house right on the beach which is so clean and lovely raked every morning. The place is quiet and away from the hustle and bustle but a very close drive to great restaurants and all the area attractions
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had an wonderful stay at Villa Verde with our family of 2 adults and 2 teens! We were there for a week, and it was the perfect launching point for all of our adventures! Vanessa, the property manager, was very helpful with any problems we encountered and with suggestions and information. We used the kayaks and floats to go out to the reef, got to see some lovely sunsets on the pier, and enjoyed the use of the community pool. One of the highlights was our daily walk along the beach to Udo's Deli at Lawson Rock. Once we tried it, we went back every day! It was so convenient, welcoming, and always delicious! Overall, we loved it here and highly recommend! I would not hesitate to book again for our next trip to Roatan!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an excellent stay at Villa Verde in August 2025. Two families (4 adults and 2 teenagers) visiting Roatan for the first time for a diving vacation.We found the villa to be as advertised, and communication with the local property manager (Vanessa) was excellent and responsive.The air conditioning (mini-splits in the living room, and all 3 bedrooms) were modern and functioned well.The high-speed internet through Starlink was excellent.We enjoyed being situated in a quieter part of the island (vs staying in West End or West Bay). We did not rent a car, but we were connected with a great local driver through West End Divers (our dive shop), and the travel cost/time to the dive shop and grocery store was very reasonable and easy to book.We had a great diving vacation in Roatan, and Villa Verde was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy S.

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

Villa Verde

A lovely house in a great location.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holley H.

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

Great Place & Nice Stay

Everything we needed. Easy to find, communicative property manager, well stocked (towels, kitchen, games, water gear.) Dock was perfect, neighborhood is quiet, house is secure. There are business cards of boat captains on the counter - we struck a deal with Capt Joel, he picked us up from the dock and we had a great day snorkeling! We also used the day passes to Mayan Princess which was a nice place to hang out for the day with kids/teens.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darlys W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a great size, plenty of room for a family of 5. The beds and pillows were comfortable (and I am picky!). I thought it was better than the pictures showed! Access to the Mayan Princess for a day was really fun and then we got to return to the quiet neighborhood in Sandy Bay. Some of our best snorkeling was from the dock of the house, it’s a bit of a swim but our 8 year old did it with a life jacket.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony V.

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

Caribbean Christmas

Pictures do not do the property justice. So much better than the pictures.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful view
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joanna G.

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

The place to stay for a quiet vacation experience

Immaculate, well stocked oceanfront property with convenience to the airport, West End, and Sandy Bay. Sunscreen, bug repellent, pantry staples, beach toys, laundry detergent, and kayaks were among the surprise amenities greeting us. Vanessa was very responsive to the few questions we had. It was a very quiet area and the beach was quite private. The convenience to the deli with lattes a 5-10 minute walk down the beach made our stay even more pleasant. We could have been comfortable in the three bedrooms, but it felt quite luxurious to rent out both the top and bottom spaces. We look forward to returning for our next stay at Roatan!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammi C.

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

Scuba vacation

This property is wonderful. The beds are comfortable and the house is stocked with everything one needs including extra toilet paper, washer and dryer, kayaks, well stocked kitchen extra trash bags. The screened in porch is a must and the view from the porch is amazing. The dock is a great place to hangout and swim from.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia T.

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

Lovely and relaxing

What a wonderful house nestled on a quiet stretch of pristine beach. Snorkeling right off the shore. Great neighbors gathering for sunset each night. House had everything. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Traci R.

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

Great Home and Location!

The dock was awesome...Snorkeling right off the dock was great! The home was better than we expected. The beds were VERY comfortable. We will rent this home again on our next visit. We walked to our Dive Center (Blue Island Dive Center)! Can't say enough good things about the home, location and the property manager!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clifford S.

Great Holiday Getaway

Our family stayed for a week and enjoyed the accommodations. Vanessa was wonderful in making sure we had everything we needed and was prompt. We loved being so close to Blue Island Divers and had a great diving experience. Also enjoyed having lunch at the Salty mango. The entire family enjoyed the kayaks and other ocean toys! The house is clean and the kitchen has all the necessary items to make meals. We enjoyed seafood and fruit from local vendors. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

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

This place was AMAZING!!

We had a fabulous time at Roatan, staying in Mindy's house. We loved everything about our stay. The property manager (Vanessa) was fabulous! We had a few kinks to work out (snorkel gear broken or missing and grill not working) and she stepped up each time to find a fix and make our stay as awesome as we anticipated. The house is fabulous, the location is to die for, the views and sunsets were amazing. We have no complaints at all!!! Definitely recommend and cannot wait to return! Thank you thank you thank you for making this vacation absolutely memorable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff m.

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

Lovely Home

This house was perfect for me and my husband and our teenage boys. The location was excellent. Just a short walk to Blue Island Divers and close to all necessities. Coconuts restaurant, a short walking distance offered good food, entertainment and fun atmosphere. Vanessa was always available to answer any questions we had. We brought games with us only to find the house was stocked with all the games we brought. Mornings and evenings were beautiful to sit on the dock and watch the Sun, ocean and the many hummingbirds. Definitely would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

beth m.

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

A wonderful week in Sandy Bay

Villa Verde was exactly as advertised--and practically perfect in every way. Vanessa was very communicative & amazingly flexible (especially when the airlines did not cooperate with our intended schedule). The beds were comfortable, the house was well equipped & clean, sunset from the dock was gorgeous, the internet, AC, & hot water all worked the entire time. We did not rent a car & did not need one. Easy access to taxis & Blue Island Dive Shop. Prices on the island have definitely gone up since the last time we visited but still a great value (and wonderful people). Would completely recommend this property for families.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie T.

One of a kind

This is an amazing house and an absolute must if you want a spot where you can be away from lots of people but still access restaurants, a pool, the reef, and a dive shop. Interior is spacious and well decorated and there is attention to details such as a well stocked kitchen, abundant ocean gear, screened in porch (which is a must), airport pickup and delivery, and a lovely manager, Vanessa. As well as some of the more subtle touches of the foam topper for the master, hummingbird feeders, a kid's life jacket and pool toys, beach towels, etc. Our week was spent between the pool, ocean, snorkeling, kayaking, fishing, and paddleboarding out to the reef!! Perfect!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Debora S.

Hidden Treasure

This property was exactly as presented. The house was clean upon arrival, is spacious, well equipped, and very accommodating. The house sits off the road and right on the beach with fabulous views of the ocean and amazing sunsets! Our favorite part of the house was the front porch facing the ocean. As shown in the pictures, the porch has a covered roof but what you don't see is that half the porch is an open area with lounge chairs and a gas grill. The other half was screened in with a large dining table where we ate all our meals and enjoyed the evening ocean breezes safe from any bugs that come out in the evening. We snorkeled every day as the reef was an easy swim off the end of the dock. The reef offered beautiful coral and fish life and we saw something different every time we went. The property is only 10 minutes from the airport so transportation was quick and easy. This is our second vacation to the island and the airport has made some changes that made arriving and departing the island much easier/smoother than our last visit. Our party was 2 couples and we've already discussed that we would come back to this property again!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Super deluxe house on the beach

This house on Sandy Bay is pretty much perfect. The owners, Peter and Linda, and the neighbor/manager, Vanessa, were super friendly and accommodating. Our party of six (2 adults and 4 “kids” in their 20s) loved it. The location is great, centrally located for exploring the island by car, but why leave because the views, the snorkeling, the dock, and the kitchen are so fine. The house is spacious, super-nice and fully appointed. There is air conditioning throughout although we didn’t need it downstairs. We relaxed during the day on the open porch, and ate our dinners on the screened porch, feeling like royalty. The views are fantastic, what with the water colors and the setting sun directly offshore. It felt like the nicest house on the island. The snorkeling was superb. We swam out to the deep blue wall of spooky channel every day. The coral reef was in nice condition, with excellent diversity of hard and soft corals, fishes, lobster, turtle, and invertebrates. We partied late into the night on the end of the dock, repeatedly jumping into the luminescent milk-warm water. Seafood and vegetable vendors would pull into the driveway and toot, so we could trot out and buy bags of lobster tails and avocados. I totally recommend this place.

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Amazing Sandy Bay Vacation Spot

Spacious home with all we needed for a great stay. The location on the beach is perfect. Deck & screen porch with beautiful views & gas grill (useful in power outage). Plenty of room for 7 adults. Beds were comfortable. The entire house is up a flight of stairs from the garage if mobility is an issue. The living room was generous w/plenty of couch space. The beach extras were nice especially the 2 kayaks which were great for snorkeling at the reef (some of us paddled and some swam - we could switch if someone wanted a break.) There were floaties, snorkel safety floats, life jackets, and a random assortment of snorkel gear. The garage was a great spot to drop all of our beach gear and put towels/swimsuits in the laundry. Well appointed kitchen w/air fryer, toaster, coffee maker, baking sheets, pots and pans, spices/olive oil, etc. We paid for 5 gallon jugs of water ($1.25 each) which Vanessa supplied. Vanessa (prop host) was great with communication and came over during power outage to deliver flash lights and batteries. Reef and Pier - our favorite spot. It was like a private dock, rare to have anyone else out there. The shady spot to read in between time in the water was great! Some of our favorite snorkeling on the entire island was just out to the right from our pier. Blue Island Diving - just steps down the beach. They were great! Be sure to have Miss Deborah cook for you. We had baleadas one night (enough left for lunch) and enchiladas another. So delicious!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

The Villa that offers the BEST Sunsets EVERY night!!

We truly enjoyed our stay at the Sundancer Villa. There was plenty of room for our family of five. It was clean and well maintained. The location was perfect on the island. It was quiet and only a short ride to all the nightlife you could want. We absolutely LOVED meeting other guests staying in the Sundancer neigborhood. We made many new friends over the course of our stay. The beach front is well kept and it is a great place for walks along the shore. We felt safe and were completely cared for by Vanessa. She was readily available for any of our needs or questions. We took advantage of the Mayan Princess resort access on West Bay Beach and got to explore that end of the island. Blue Island Divers is just a short walk down the beach and we spent lots of time diving, fishing and hanging out with the wonderful staff. Also just a short walk from the house is the Salty Mango. If you want delicious seafood and tasty island drinks...this is a great place!! The dock in front of the house is a great place to hang the hammock and watch sunsets, read a book or just relax and feel the cool sea breeze. The house is stocked well with other island toys...we loved the kayaks and enjoyed paddling up and down the shores of Sandy Bay. We did not have a car but never felt stranded. Vanessa set us up with a courier service and we continued to use them for the duration of the trip. They are awesome about stopping at Eldons (grocery store) on your way in from the airport and also when you are out and about on the island. The store is so convenient to the house that is not any extra to stop in real quick and replenish. I would most definitely stay here again...the people around you are good people and the house has everything you would need. Thank you Peter and Vanessa for making our vacation one we will always remember!!!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Danielle M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing vacation

We stayed at Peter's beach side villa for 2 weeks. Firstly Peter is amazing at answering any questions and gives you a thorough rundown (via email) on the property and information on the island. The property itself is in a great location if you want to explore the island. We did rent a car which worked well for the 5 of us. Its about 20 minutes from west bay; 10 minutes from the west end; we easily navigated north to the Roatan brewery and up to Punta Gorda as well. The house is right on a quiet stretch of beach with access to the dock. The dock was awesome and we snorkeled every morning. We saw sea turtles, lionfish , trumpet fish, etc right off the dock; our son who is 3 was very excited to see real life sea turtles! The house itself is very spacious with lots of room. It is truly equipped with everything you would need. I would say the house could use some upgrades to really get your bang for your buck! We did especially love the screened in porch, the sand flies are definitely around so it was nice to be protected by the screens. We enjoyed the views with the hummingbirds in the morning and sunsets in the evening. Word of the wise though, the neighbor to the right(east) gets quite mad if you walk on her property, we were not aware and did get yelled at when we got there. So just a warning to go around the left side of the house to avoid her. We did check out the sundancer pool but it seems it needed a good cleaning and the lounge chairs were covered in bird droppings. Vanessa did supply some wrist bands for the maya princess resort and it is really beautiful there so we definitely were glad that those were on hand so we could enjoy a pool! One last thing to mention is the Blue Island Divers is located a short walk to the east. They are amazing and we were so happy we were so close to them! A few of us got our open water certs and we booked our snorkel adventures with them as well. The salty mango is also great, amazing gal who works there, food is great and the beer is cold. Overall a great vacation. Thanks Peter for hosting us! We will most definitely return to Roatan:)
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David H.

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

Very Nice Beach House

Away from the busy places, quiet, and comfortable. This location is great if you like to be a little away from the crowd. It was just my wife, 12 yo son, and I staying here, but there was plenty of room for a larger family. House amenities are great. Kitchen has about everything you need (coffee maker, blender, toaster, pans, etc.). We did not cook a lot, but it was possible. The Salty Mango was a great place to eat just a 3 min walk to the east. Beds were comfortable. TV worked great with many channels. Porches were really nice. Kayaks were really nice to have there, a definite bonus. The owner, Peter, was very helpful and responded to any questions we had. We did not have a car for our stay, just stopped at Eldon's grocery on the way to the house and taxied back there a few times to grab more food, beer, and wine. Prices there were fair. Taxis are pretty easy to catch, just a walk up to the main road and within a few minutes you'll get a ride. Their price goes by how much per person and definitely make sure to get the price first, before getting in the taxi. They seemed to start their price higher than it should cost, then we'd negotiate to a better price. The passes to go to the Mayan Princess/West Bay from Vanessa's husband are great. We went there twice. It's about a 15 minute taxi ride. The resort and beach there are very nice, but make sure to look up what days the cruise ships dock. We heard it can get very busy there and on the beach if it's a cruise ship day. When we went it wasn't that busy, but the beach vendors are persistent, so you'll get asked a few times if you want to buy excursions/items/food. That was a huge plus back at the house, because the beach there is almost all yours without vendors or many other people. West Bay was a 15 min taxi drive. West End is about 10. The Iguana Sanctuary is about 25 min. We paddled the kayaks and snorkeled right off the dock at the house, about a hundred yards out. Plenty to see. We also used Blue Island divers for our first scuba dive and would definitely recommend them (3 min walk down the beach to the east right next to The Salty Mango). Overall we had a great visit to this house and location, and would definitely recommend it!! Thanks Peter for a great vacation at your place!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karyn A.

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

A few updates

We truly enjoyed our stay and visit. The reef was amazing. If you swim from the pier directly straight out you'll find the reef. We would be out for about 90 minutes at a time. The water is so warm and soft and an easy swim. The house is clean and comfortable. We did feed the hummingbirds and left the sugar for the next guests. The coffee pot needs to be replaced and I wish there were actual beach chairs so we could have laid on the beach in the chairs. The grocery store had pretty much all you needed. And we drove to Half Moon Bay and ate at the Argentina Grill 5-8 times. There are beach chairs near the restaurant and they will bring you food and drinks, out to the beach. And the snorkeling there was so good. You'll need to swim to the left or right of the bay, away from the boats. Also, you can park behind the restaurant there. It was difficult to find public parking. We drove down and around the island one day, there was so much litter in the ocean off of Flowery Bay. Very sad. This island is a treasure a real treasure. I wish the leadership would take care of the people there, who are so very kind and gracious. Our hosts have a real gem of a home. Every day the beach was cleaned and at night a bunch of kids played soccer. Delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gary or Mindy

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Living in Minnesota, our family has always enjoyed our winter getaways. We've dreamed of owning a vacation home in the Caribbean for many years, and are so excited to see that dream become a reality!

Why they chose this property

It didn't take us long to fall in love with Villa Verde. This home has everything we wanted--gorgeous views, plenty of privacy, and a shady beach with excellent snorkeling; all in our front yard! Roatan is very affordable, the people are so friendly and the temperature is perfect year-round.

What makes this property unique

Located in Sandy Bay, this villa is on the beach and runs parallel with the reef. Excellent for snorkeling and diving. A shorth walk down the beach is Blue Island Divers where you can dive, snorkel, or deep sea fish. Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with free mimosa's at Serenity Day Spa. Anthony's Key offers a dolphin encounter, snorkeling and diving. Roatan Island Brewing Co. has great craft island beer, excellent food, and fun vibe. Experience the islands beauty at Carambola Botanical Gardens. Hold monkeys and snuggle a sloth at the Mayan Jungle. All these activities and more are within a few miles of Villa Verde.

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