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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
On private beach
Outdoor pool
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Explore the area
Kralendijk, Netherlands Antilles
Bachelor's Beach
Place, Bachelor's Beach
4 min walk
beach near Punt Vierkant
Place, beach near Punt Vierkant
19 min walk
Donkey Beach
Place, Donkey Beach
19 min walk
Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.)
Airport, Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.)
5 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
First Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Second Bedroom
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations.
'Surface Interval' - the term divers use to refer to the period between dives - is the name we have chosen for our 2 bedroom luxury beachfront condo. The underwater experiences that you will have in Bonaire will be amazing and we want to be sure that when you come out of the water the great times continue. We chose everything about our vacation home, from location and furnishings, to electronics and amenities, with an eye to providing the most relaxing and enjoyable time possible.
Surface Interval is on the second floor of Bellevue, a 10 unit luxury beachfront condo located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Belnem. Here you will enjoy peace and quiet as well as easy access to the best that Bonaire has to offer. The town of Kralendijk, where you will find wonderful restaurants and shops, is only a few minutes away. Belnem is central to many of the best dive and snorkel sites and is a short drive to the kite-boarding beach and the windsurfing bay. There is a PADI dive shop directly across the street where you can get your tanks, rent gear, take courses or even arrange for guided shore dives. Because Bellevue is located on the leeward side of the island, the water is almost always calm on your private beach. Stroll across the soft sand straight into the sparkling, warm, clear, water for a swim or a snorkel. Imagine grabbing your dive gear from the poolside dive locker and taking a short swim out to one of the finest reefs in the Caribbean. Have breakfast on your terrace, overlooking the pool and the beach, and watch for dolphins that sometimes swim by over the reef. Enjoy dinner while you watch a spectacular sunset, and maybe even catch a glimpse of the “green flash”.
There are 2 bedrooms in Surface Interval, each with ensuite bathroom. Both bedrooms have queen size beds which were custom made to allow for twin size beds to slide underneath. All 4 beds feature top quality mattresses. We generally have 2 to 4 guests at a time but the entire apartment is equipped to accommodate 6 people for those special situations such as children sleeping in the room with their parents. Amenities in both bedrooms include air-conditioning, ceiling fans, built-in closets, dressers, night-stands, flat screen televisions, DVD players, wireless high speed internet, alarm clocks, and hotel safes. The master bedroom has cable and DVD while the guest bedroom has DVD only.
The living area has an open design with the kitchen, dining room, and living room all having a view of the Caribbean. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you will need to cook your meals at home including oven with ceramic cook-top, refrigerator/freezer with ice and water dispenser on the door, granite countertops, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, dishwasher, blender, electric tea kettle, and mixer. The dining room has a teak table with seating for 6. The living room has an air-conditioner, ceiling fan, cushioned teak seating, flat screen television with cable, DVD player, portable Bose iPod docking station, wireless high speed internet, iPad, and a prepaid cell phone. There is a collection of books and DVDs and a set of fish, coral, and reef creature identification manuals. All doors and windows throughout the house have screens to allow you to enjoy the breezes.
Living on the second story is great for the view and for privacy. It also affords an extra level of security. Access is by stairs or elevator. You will find an electronic combination safe in each bedroom closet that is large enough to hold your laptops, cameras, passports, jewelry, wallets, and cell phones.
The view from the terrace is truly breathtaking. You will have an unobstructed view of the beach, the pool, the Caribbean sea, the island of Klein Bonaire, the mountains on the north end of Bonaire, the town of Kralendijk, and the sun setting over the sea. The furnishings include 2 cushioned teak recliners with foot stools, 2 cushioned teak lounge chairs, a teak dining table for four, a drying rack for towels and swimsuits, a ceiling fan, and lighting.
The island of Bonaire has so much to offer including consistently gorgeous weather, peace and quiet, friendly people, relaxed waterfront restaurants, kite-boarding, world-class windsurfing, the best diving and snorkeling in the Caribbean, and the best shore diving in the world. We think that there is no better place than Surface Interval from which to enjoy all this. Give it a try and we think you’ll agree.
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About the area
Kralendijk
Located on the beach, this condo is in Belnem, a neighbourhood in Kralendijk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Bachelor's Beach and Donkey Beach, while Bonaire Museum and Mangazina di Rei are cultural highlights. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
Kralendijk, Netherlands Antilles
What's nearby
Bachelor's Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
beach near Punt Vierkant - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Donkey Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Bonaire Donkey Sanctuary - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
Sorobon Beach - 11 min drive - 10.1 km
Getting around
Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.) - 2 min drive
Restaurants
King Kong Bonaire - 3 min walk
The Beach - 8 min walk
The Bonairian - 10 min walk
Brass Boer Restaurant Bonaire - 13 min walk
Fresku - 15 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Does Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations. have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations.?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations. on 15 Jun 2026 start from £162, 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 Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations. pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations.?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Best Beachfront Location. Spectacular ocean view. Luxury accommodations. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Belnem condo building is within a 15-minute walk of Bachelor's Beach and Donkey Beach. Te Amo Beach and Salt Pier (49) are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
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Yes, we had a great beach view. The sunsets were spectacular. Parking was sometimes tight, but still manageable. The rooms were very clean and the bathrooms were in excellent conditions. The balcony was one of the best feature. Overall, we had a great time.
Our stay at Surface Interval was fantastic. The property was spotless and very well equipped. The kitchen had everything one would need, including sharp knives. The property backs onto a private sand beach, from which one can snorkel.The check-in process was seamless. We were met at the airport with both keys and directions to the apartment. Dive shops are a short walk down the street and the grocery stores a 7 minute drive.Bruce was also very responsive and quickly answered any questions we had.
It is a lovely condo right on the beach. The only thing that marred the stay was a plumbing issue that requires us to move out. The realtor found an equivalent unit and we moved. It was just the way things can go wrong but everyone was very helpful,including the owner.
If you are planning a trip to Bonaire this is the place to be. Excellent amenities, private pool and beach share by just a view units. Reef right outside the door. The famous dive sites literally minutes down the road. Short drive to restaurants, shopping, airport.Take a ride to the Wast side for some spectacular boat dives. Couldn’t ask for more. Maybe one more week! Bruce was super helpful Can’t wait to return!
Our family of four had a wonderful stay at Surface Interval. Bruce was incredibly helpful both before and during our trip, and the management office was responsive and supportive as well. The condo itself was clean, comfortable, and well-appointed — we especially loved the patio and found the AC very effective. The beds were comfortable, and parking was easy with no issues.The location is great for enjoying the water — we had a fantastic time snorkeling the reef right out front and loved drifting down to Bachelor Beach.There were a couple of minor drawbacks: we noticed some noise from the road and a neighborhood dog, but the sound of the waves and the AC made it easy to tune out. With a family of four, the gate/key entry system felt a bit cumbersome if we weren’t all heading out together; a key code entry might be more convenient.Overall, a really enjoyable vacation!
We had such a wonderful time and loved this location. It was so comfortable and the location was awesome. Beautiful snorkeling just steps outside! I hope to visit again in the future.
We loved this beautiful apartment on the water and will be back for sure. Thanks to the owner for great communication it was easy to get oriented to the island quickly. We felt safe and drove ourselves all over. The apartment is well stocked, quiet, comfortable and close to e wrything.
Bruce's place felt like home away from home rather than a rental. Communication was excellent and the apartment had more amenities than rentals typically do (the coffee grinder was clutch). The entire apartment was comfortable and quiet
We were a group of 3 including my elderly mother looking for a last minute stop in Bonaire. We were lucky enough to find an opening in peak season. Bruce was the perfect host and not only communicated quickly but went out of his way to make our stay great. We would come back, stay longer and enjoy the amazing view and location of this condo!
We couldn’t have picked a better spot. Loved the beach right off the property and had some of the best snorkelling right here! Condo has everything we needed and our host, Bruce, was wonderful right from the start. Once we got a feel for where the shopping etc was, we realized just how perfect this location is. Away from the crowds of the cruise ships but close enough to get to where we needed in a short drive. Highly recommend this property and we fell in love with Bonaire.
The location can’t be beat. The little private beach is lovely. We saw an octopus while snorkeling just off the beach. The condo has everything you need just a bit run down. The dive center is no longer across the street it moved to the Bloozz resort down the street, just about 100 yards away. Over all we enjoyed our stay and would return.
Very pleasant and comfortable. I would not recommend a light sleeper using the street-side bedroom. Clothes dryer not working but fortunately the drying rack substituted adequately. Otherwise we loved the location. Excellent snorkeling off the beach.
This is our second stay at Surface Interval. The owner has thought of everything you will ever need! Comfortable, clean and has a fantastic beach and pool. Snorkeling just outside is a plus! We will be back again!!
This is our third stay at “Surface Interval” and it works out well for our family of four adult divers. The condo is as described and conveniently located to the south diving sites. We particularly enjoy being able to dive off the beach at the property. The owner is a pleasure to work with. We look forward to returning !
The condo was exactly as listed, very clean and an unexpected cleaning half way through our 8 night stay was a pleasant surprise. There are plenty of kitchen utensils and spices to cooks meals in the room. The view from the patio is spectacular (just don't hang dive gear on the railing, I was informed by the full time neighbor that's not permitted). The diving itself on Bonaire is still good (I haven't been there in 6 years), but has, in my opinion, declined due to dead and dying coral. Overall, it was a great trip and I would highly recommend this apartment.
Unbeatable location, accomodations have everything you could need, AND THE POOL! It's small but not too small, my kids loved it. I cannot imagine anyone regretting booking this place. Enjoy!!
We loved our stay. The view off the balcony is fantastic and it was a ton of fun watching the cruise ship come in each morning and leave in the evening. We also relished each sunset. More importantly, the snorkeling off of the property’s shore is very good. There were often bait balls within 100 feet of shore, and we saw every manner of marine life. If you can go and snorkel at sunrise or sunset, there is even more life out there, including eels. In terms of the condo, the kitchen was well stocked, and everything was as one would expect. We will definitely stay there again.
We loved our condo! It was close to everything, and had lovely interior with beautiful view. We loved the small pool and the small private beach which was steps away from the water. The condo was stocked with everything we needed (minus the food of course) to cook and make you comfortable. Bruce was great to work with as well.
Bruce's place is perfect. The kitchen has EVERYTHNG you need, the beds are super comfortable, plenty of comfortable seating areas and tables, and you look right there at the sunsets each night. Having owned a place in Bonaire for 17 years and knowing the island well, and places to stay, Bruce's place is one of the best...you can't go wrong. I'll be booking again. Thanks Bruce for making your place simply perfect!
Gary P.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024
About the host
Hosted by Bruce Carter
We (Bruce, Jean, and Sarah) are all avid snorkelers and divers. Jean and I first experienced the underwater world in St. John USVI more than 30 years ago and Sarah started snorkeling at 4 years old and was a certified diver at 12. We travelled to some great Caribbean locations in our search for the best snorkeling and diving including the USVIs, the BVIs, Akumal Mexico, Cozumel, and the Bay Islands of Honduras. In 2005 we made our first trip to Bonaire. We walked into the water with our masks and snorkels, swam out to the reef, and the search was over.
Why they chose this property
About 6 months after 'discovering' Bonaire we were back on the island to look for a vacation home. The choice turned out to be surprisingly easy. We walked onto the site of the yet-to-be-built Bellevue condo and realized there was no point in looking at anything else. We were standing on a soft, white sand beach, one of very few on Bonaire, and looking out on a view that was truly stunning.
What makes this property unique
Bellevue is in the ideal location on Bonaire. It is central to all the most popular activities on Bonaire but far enough from town to afford peace and quiet. While most places to stay in Bonaire are across the street, or further, from the water, nothing separates Bellevue from the water but the beach. You can enjoy this beautiful beach, and dive or snorkel on a world class coral reef without ever leaving the property.
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