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Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence

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A covered patio with wicker furniture, a table with a compass design, and a view of the ocean.
The spacious veranda
The spacious veranda
The shared pool
Access to the apartment

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Culinary delights just around the corner
    Guests love the location for its abundance of dining options.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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St. John’s, Saint John
  • Place, Dickenson Bay Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Marble Hill
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Runaway Bay Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence

The “vista mare” (sea view) apartment is located in Dickenson Bay - 10 minutes walk to the beach - in a private residence complex with a lovely (recently renovated) pool, a beautiful garden and security.

Overlooking the bay and the sea, it has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a kitchen, a living room and a nice big veranda where to enjoy breakfast and sunsets. Both the bedrooms have AC and internet is fast and reliable. There are at least 3 restaurants at walking distance, plus a small grocery shop. The big supermarket is only few minutes drive away.

The owner leaves on the island and is always available to welcome you and to assist to rent a car, book tours and restaurants and give you any kind of suggestions about the beautiful island of Antigua. Languages spoken: english, italian, french, spanish.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 allowed: in designated areas

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Leave the keys in the veranda please
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
5 days is the minimum stay at Vista Mare but please contact me for possible exceptions.
Please note that the special low rate for 1 person occupancy imply the use of 1 bedroom (not 2) and 2 bathrooms.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4969839
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

St. John's

Located in St. John's, this apartment is by the ocean. Nelson's Dockyard is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dickenson Bay Beach and Jolly Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Recreation Ground or Sir Vivian Richards Stadium. Scuba diving, snorkelling and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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St. John’s, Saint John

What's nearby

  • Dickenson Bay Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Marble Hill - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Runaway Bay Beach - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Hodges Bay - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Galley Bay - 16 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salt Plage - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Palms: Restaurant, Bar & Lounge - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Barbudan Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bar None - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Sea view Holiday Home with pool - Halcyon Heights Private Residence located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Dickenson Bay Beach, Marble Hill and Runaway Bay Beach. Antigua Megaplex 8 and Cedar Valley Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sanguani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very comfortable, clean and tasteful accommodations!!! Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Akeem R.

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

Awesome !!!

Great size clean and safe
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept, 2025
Thanks for your comment Akeem, I will be happy to see you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane Cyrus T.

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

Beautiful location

I loved it A peaceful relaxing place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kim d.

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

An amazing veiw in paradise

We had a nice month in the wormth and beauty of Antigua
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Mar, 2025
It was lovely to meet you, your husband and your friends. Thank you for taking care of my house so well and hopefully we will meet again. Best regards to you all 👋
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

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

Magnificent sea views

Simonetta is an excellent host and her property is perfect for a a relaxing stay on the island of Antigua.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott Y.

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

Perfect Antigua base

This property was perfect for the three of us for eight nights. Nice outside area, great pool, quiet and close to Dickenson beach. We rented a car at the airport and drove all over the island with no issues. I would recommend Vista Mare in Halcyon Heights 100%. Thanks Simonetta
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

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

What a view!

The view is spectacular, the sunsets are amazing. It's a short walk to the beach and all the action. The host is awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
Thank you Tonya! I hope to have you and tour family as guests in my house again . All the best to you all Simonetta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

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

Holiday

The property had a rustic charm and everything we needed for a home away from home. The host was charming, attentive, available without being oppressive and gave great advice to make our holiday even better.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

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

Excellent view - cute condo

Amazing views from sunrise to sunset. Cute condo (bigger than I expected). Simonetta was lovely and ensured my stay was enjoyable. She is very helpful! I will stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov, 2023
Dear Sherry, thank you for your nice feedback! I hope it will help other travelers to make the right choice. All the best to you, hope to see you again next year in Antigua.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

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

Breathtaking ocean views!

Host is lovely, helpful and easy to get hold of. Location is fabulous for views across the sea from the veranda. Restaurant behind the apartment is a hive of activity. We self catered which worked out great. As much of the supermarket food is imported we brought quite a lot with us to keep costs down. Island is beautiful with very friendly helpful.licals. Views from Pearns Point ate amazing! Had a wonderful dtay!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz T.

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

Fantastic location

My family and I had a amazing stay at this condo. The space felt like home and the host was very accommodating. From the beginning of out trip she was in contact and offered transportation from the airport. Entering the condo was flawless. The location was perfect and close to beaches, restaurants and downtown. We had a very good experience despite the fact that we were there for a funeral. I definitely recommend this condo and location for any future stays. Entering the condo was flawless
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Thank you so much for the incredible experience at your condo, Simonetta! Everything was perfect, from the accommodation to the breathtaking views. It truly felt like a home away from home. We had a memorable stay thanks to your hospitality and attention to detail. You even took the time to follow up on our well-being, which we greatly appreciated. We hope to return soon and enjoy this little piece of paradise you offer once again. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dimon V.

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

A great place for vacations

The host provided a trusted taxi at the airport, met us, and explained the property features. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious kitchen, living room, and a great terrace with amazing sunsets. There are a coffee machine, toster, utensils, and everything you need at the kitchen. The beach is 10 mins walking down the hill. There are at least 2 great places to eat: pizza and more at Bella Vita and variety of food at Bay House (just behind the apartment). You can rent a car to drive around at Down West car rental (make sure you are a relly good driver). Beaches are amazing on the island, but prices look too high. I'm glad we stopped at this place. It must be one of the best options for price/quality criteria. Thanks the host for provided accomodation and I can recommend it for everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2024
Thank you for your review Dimon. And for the detailed description of the place and island. I wish you all the best with your studies and if you need any help don t hesitate to contact me.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorene Z.

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

Superfantabulous

We arrived late in the day just moments before the sunset. Simonetta met us in the parking lot & swiftly brought us around to the westerly side of the villa to see the sun setting on the ocean! She kindly assisted us in booking Eli’s Eco Tour and responded same day with any questions we had. The property was clean, had all the essentials to prepare meals, 2 spacious bedrooms & bathrooms and a large outdoor covered patio with a million dollar view of the ocean! The property is a short 15min walk down a hill to the gorgeous Dickinson Bay beach where there are beach front pubs, local kiosks with handmade crafts & an abundance of beach chairs/umbrellas for rent. Location was perfect being located 20mins drive to/from the Airport & approx 10mins to a large supercentre grocery store. It was so peaceful in the morning and felt like home coming back to everyday! Everything was superfantabulous and we are grateful to have found an extremely comfortable home away from home with an incredible hostess in Simonetta!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2023
Dear Lorene, thank you for such a detailed Feedback! I am sure it will help other travellers. I am so happy that you found your home away from home and I hope you will come home again! All the best to you both. Simonetta
Verified

4/10 Poor

Marcia G.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Overall, the location of the apartment is excellent, and the pool area is both beautiful and well-maintained. However, I encountered several issues during my stay that warrant attention. Firstly, the cleanliness of the apartment did not meet expectations, particularly in areas such as the worktops, behind the hob, and the floors Additionally, there was a significant problem with the refrigerator, which failed to maintain a consistent temperature, resulting in spoiled food. Although I communicated this issue to the hostIt was not addressed until four days before my departure, when the fridge was finally replaced. We provided a list of the spoiled food. These were not replaced.I recommend that guests bring their own towels, as the provided towels are mismatched and of subpar absorbency. Furthermore, the apartment would greatly benefit from the installation of air conditioning in the main living space and kitchen, as the current lighting is inadequate. Although floor lamps are available, they do not significantly enhance illumination and contribute additional heat in a hot environmentThe smaller bedroom lacks natural daylight, and there is noticeable noise from restaurant staff and furniture movement particularly between 6:30am a 11:00pm. Additionally, the bathroom features cracked tiles on the splashback, and some fixtures are loose, which require maintenance; outside furniture including soft furnishings. The Vista Mare listing lacks accuracy.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Oct, 2025
Dear Marcia, thank you for your detailed feedback about your stay. “Vista mare” apartment has never received a bad review about the level of cleanliness, but I will for sure take note of your comment and try to improve the cleaning standards. Regarding the fridge: it was replaced with a brand new one 3 hours after your initial complaint. The listing description of the apartment is very specific regarding the presence of AC units in the bedrooms only. I am sorry if you didnt read carefully before you booked. I would anyway recommend that - next time you plan your vacation - you also plan a better budget and you book a 5 stars Hotel where the towels will be fluffy enough, the color tone will match and your highest expectations will have a better chance to be met. “ Vista mare” apartment is appreciated by people who come to enjoy their vacation in comfortable accommodation and discover the beauty the islands of Antigua and Barbuda have to offer.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Kathrine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

The positive and negative

Simonetta is lovely, she is helpful and available.The interior and furnishings although very clean were abit tired but despite this had a cosy feel. The view from the patio is breathtaking and the highlight of our stay especially at sunset. Unfortunately the mosquito screens around the windows/door were ill fitting so we did get a few biites. The most negative point for us was the loud music/party noise coming from the hotel literally right behind us often going on until late and noise started again with shouting and car doors banging at 7am as hotel workers arrived for work. Having no glass on the windows, which is common in the tropics, the noise couldn’t be blocked out, it is definitely worse in the back bedroom. Past reviews barely mentioned this as being problematic but we were a 70 year old mum and her daughter looking for relaxation so this may not be a problem for other people. Also the house next to us was being renovated so there was unwanted daytime noise from that too, because of this we spent less time enjoying our patio than we wanted. For these reasons alone we wouldn’t go back but others may not find them an issue.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan, 2024
Thank you for your review Kathrine. I am sorry that the restaurant on the hill was noisy when you were here. The antiguan law says that music and noise should stop at 11 at night, but then there is the staff tidying up and nothing can be done for that. Most of the guests are not bothered by that. In general I hope that you will keep good memories of your antiguan holiday. Kindest regards. Simonetta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

High on the Heights

Great location and spectacular view. During the day felt more like a private resort with our own private pool. This time of year constant breeze no AC needed. A home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
Dear Richard, it was a pleasure having you at Vista Mare. I hope to see you again next time! Best regards Simonetta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

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

Fully equipped, spotlessly clean

Fabulous communication from booking through to departure. Simonetta answered my many questions, sorted taxis and met us on arrival. The apartment has everything you need and the pool area is great. It’s true that the hill up from beach is pretty steep but you can get taxis. Other reviews mentioned the noise from the hotel behind the apartment - it didn’t bother us and was more than made up for as the terrace at the front of the partment is so peaceful and the view outstanding. Highly recommend the Italian restaurant a little way down the hill. You need a car or use taxis for shopping and to get to the wider selection of restaurants in the bay although we are in our 60s and did walk up the hill so it can’t be that bad! Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nyar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
exclusively private and ‘homey’.Owner was very welcoming and ensured that our needs were met. A wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

A great way to unwind after a long sail

After a long sail and a need to relax the apartment was a perfect place to absorb the tranquility of the island. Situated near the crest of the hill, the constant breeze was cooling and the view was spectacular. A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
Thank you Michael! I am glad that my house was perfect for your relax. I hope to see you again next year after another race! All the best to you both Simonetta
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juana M.

Amazing

Property was very well presented and organized. We were very happy and satisfied with everything. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul, 2023
It was a real pleasure to meet and have Juana and family as my guests at Vista Mare. I hope that we will keep in touch and that they will be my guests again in the future! Sdb

About the host

Hosted by Simonetta di barbora

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I have been living in the Caribbean for 15 years. Previously in East Africa and middle East. I love travelling and my job has always been related to guests and tourism.

Why they chose this property

I choose this apartment becuase it made me feel very secure and comfortable.
The view is also very unique and special and the chance of walking to the beach in less than 10 minutes is for sure a nice plus!

What makes this property unique

There is privacy if you wish but also the chance to meet other guests and residents by the pool and share information and tips about the island.

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Spanish

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