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Reviews of Modern Beachfront Casita with Dock and pool ON THE BEACH

Modern Beachfront Casita with Dock and pool ON THE BEACH
Sandy Bay, Bay Islands Department

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10/10 Excellent

Tim G., Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
A relaxing escape with the family
We had a wonderful 3 weeks in Roatan at this beachfront locale. Sunsets were spectacular! Everything was as described and comfortable with all we needed to live on for our long stay. The BBQ was a necessity for us as we enjoyed grilling the fish provided by the local fish monger. We thoroughly enjoyed being on the ocean and were snorkeling or swimming each and every day. The snorkeling is a short swim offshore and recommended - remember to bring a safety float. Conrad and Maritza were helpful and responsive if any issues came up. The island of Roatan is still in need of much improvement with its infrastructure but power outages are fewer than in the past and local taxis are abundant and of reasonable cost (best to use Lempiras to get to Eldon's Grocery store etc). Hopefully when we return there will be some sidewalks in place as walking beside the road here is not safe. A few minor fixes to the Lanai screen and a number of the doors would be advised. Also, a comfy lounge chair on the deck would have been a perfect addition. Overall a great chill holiday.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Oceanfront Property - Sandy Bay, Roatan
We stayed for the month of February 2024 in this beautiful ocean front property. The house has the best view in the Sundancer Community in Sandy Bay. It was exactly as described, clean with everything you needed for any length of stay. All appliances clean and in great working condition. This is the first home we stayed at with a bbq and now it is a must have for our next stay - so convenient. Beds and pillows were comfortable, water pressure was perfect and having both a screened in area and open deck area to sit and relax - fantastic. It was great opening up the doors and having the ocean breeze come in. Every morning (except Sundays) grounds keepers were raking the beach and cleaning up the seagrass, the grounds in this community are well maintained. It was fantastic being able to swim out to the reef from a private dock which we did quite often. Conrad was incredible! He was very accommodating and very quick to respond to any questions that we had. He gave us recommendations on restaurants to eat and suggestions on places to visit during our stay, little gems that he thought we may enjoy. Conrad - thank you so much for making our stay at your beautiful home an unforgettable experience. We loved how you took the time to share your local knowledge with us - it truly enhanced our stay. We definitely will be back! Cindy & Bob l’Ami
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week in January
We had an absolutely wonderful week. The unit is in the best location in the community. Literally right on the beach and right at the dock. It is not actually a part of the Sun Dancer community but has use of their pool. I believe the dock belongs to the unit owner and is shared with Sun dancer. They actually have beach grooming every morning, but it was really only needed the day after we had a bit of a storm. Loved the island. This is more of an old-Caribbean style island. Pretty laid back. Liked it better than the main-stream islands (have been to Aruba, Curacau, St Lucia,Cayman - and loved them all but this is the first island that all of us said we would return to any time. Prices are more reasonable than the other islands. Only a couple restaurants within walking distance, but there is a vast array of restaurants a short distance in West End - a great location. Sandy beach is great but there is grass sea grass and wading is not great. But no worries - there is a swim platform on the dock and great snorkeling 100 yards out from the end of the dock. Great shallow reef and lots of fish right there. Unit is clean and well furnished and supplied. Luke was very helpful. Great deck - half screened with a grill. We are pretty likely to return in a year or two. And next time we may use the grill.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kent W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Stayed from the 10th-15th of January, had a blast. Construction was going on next door, but it was virtually unnoticeable and many workers smiled and waved as we passed. Casita is no frills but comfortable and right on the beach-- a great location to sit on porch for coffee and watch the ocean. The dock is also great to hang out on in a hammock or to swim out to the reef. The reef is a fairly long swim but if you are an average or above snorkeler you should have little problem getting out there. Very decent snorkeling overall, many parrotfish/ reef fish, lobsters, eels and the like. Luke the property manager set up a sunset cruise for us that turned out to be great fun. Would definitely recommend, distance to West End is maybe 10" car ride or so, which we found quite acceptable for the peace and quiet obtained. Thanks!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
This property is in a great location. The weather was cloudy and very windy much of the time we were there so not much beach time. But lying in the hammocks with a good book was awesome. Luke was very attentive and responsive to our needs. I would definitely stay here again. As per other reviews there was a slight sewer smell once in awhile. All of the appliances worked well, the beds were comfortable and clean. We went to Coconuts a few times to eat and enjoy the staff there. Thank you Luke and Conrad!!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Practically perfect in every way
What a delight this property was. Right on the beach, as advertised, and the rooms exactly as we expected them to be. Loved the screened in and not screened in porch options. A delightful stay away from the cold November up north.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay while visiting Roatan
We booked this property because it was centrally located and right on the beach. Lodging was clean with good amenities and the property was nice to explore. Easy to find right off the main road with easy access to explore the island. Snorkeling was pretty good right off the dock. We’d definitely come back again if we find ourselves returning to Roatan.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Enjoyed our stay. Very thankful for property mngr and arranging a car for us; you will definitely need a vehicle to stay here. Assumed we could swim out from the shore as well but found out you can not due to turtle grasses. That was a bummer with having small kids with us but jumping off the dock was fun. Definitely recommend bringing snorkel equipment.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lloyd D.

Liked: Cleanliness
I had high expectations and they were met
Beautiful location, beautiful place , beautiful view. I have mark this place as the best home rental I every been to. Owner and property manager were very helpful and amazing. Secluded community not too far from everything. You could hangout at the beach, swim in the pool, sun bath on the dock, fish, and snorkel, go to multiple restaurants within short walking distance from the rental. Insect repellent is a must for lounging or activities outdoors. I WILL definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roatan
I thought it was in a good location as we rented a car so we could go whenever we wanted. The rental was in a quiet area but the west end was close enough to have fun. It was nice to have the big grocery store on the island close as well. We rented a kayak from Conrad and paddled out to the reef and snorkeled most days. The snorkeling was awesome. The only thing I would definitely recommend is to buy some bright orange buoy so boats can see you. There is a lot of boat traffic that could be a problem if they don’t see you. The air condition was good and the washer/dryer being on site was very convenient. The only thing I didn’t love with the rental was the plastic chairs on the porch. It would be nice to sit out there in something more comfortable. There was also open areas in the screen porch which made it easy for bugs to get in. Overall we had a great vacation
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in paradise
Our group thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this home. It provided everything we were looking for. The beds were comfortable, all the items we needed were there for us and it was in a nice quiet area. The view of the ocean was stunning and it was fun to be able to use the dock. The owner was accommodating and easy to get in touch with. The property manager was also helpful while we were there. We can't wait to return some day!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maryann O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a great stay!
We had a great time! The casita was perfect, right at the water's edge, beautiful sunsets, so quiet, clean comfy, well stocked and fun snorkeling! So great. And Luke the manager was great helping us arrange things on other parts of the island. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Roatan Casita Stay
Property description and pictures were very accurate. Casita was well equipped, clean and as described. Beds were comfy. Bath towels and beach towels were provided and in good shape. Kitchen appliances were all new and great, including a blender. Only thing missing is wine glasses. Was nice having enough jugs of water provided for our stay. Had a minor issue with the door lock and property manager responded and resolved quickly. Bathroom is older but sufficient, could use a new showerhead. Wifi was quick. Property grounds were well maintained, pool was clean. Beach is lovely, but fairly weedy, though off end of dock is much better. Could use some lounge chairs for the beach/dock. Some noise from the upstairs visitors (5 teens in that party), however not a deal breaker and property manager did ask them to be mindful of downstairs renters (us). Property owner happened to be on site while we were there, he is very nice and all communication with him before and during stay was good. Overall a great stay at a great casita. thanks again!!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place on the beach
We had a great stay overall. House was comfortable and right on he beach with a nice view from the porch and dock to swim off of and watch the sunsets. The manager was responsive to any issue we had and very nice. They were able to diminish the strong sewer odor from the septic located right off the porch. The smell diminishes the enjoyment of the porch for sure. The owner also had workman at the unit upstairs starting a 7:30 in the morning for several days we were there. It would have been nice to be notified of this and coordinated for days we where away instead of days we planed to be at the house or days the home was empty. It was quite loud. There are several restaurants within walking distance and a good dive shop just a few minute walk up the beach. The Circle K actually has decent inexpensive food.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Sylvia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mixed Review
Upsides: The property is on the beach and has a beautiful view of the ocean with access to a shared pool and dock. The location is not close to West Bay or West End so you should arrange for some kind of taxi service to visit areas with restaurants/nightlife. Downsides: The owner of the property is not the person who is on site. We had an issue with the SUPs and kayaks, which are available for rent but at pretty steep prices and payment is due up front. We ended up not being able to use them because the water is not as calm as other locations on the island, and due to the wind. It was clear that using the rentals was unsafe after our initial go. Our on-site host did not inform us of the risks with the wind and seemed unconcerned by our negative experience. When we asked for a partial refund on day three due to the water conditions we were rebuffed and the owner was unresponsive. The life preservers offered with rentals are blue and black and cannot be seen by boats, beware if you choose to use them in open water or to swim to the reef. Also, three people who used the life preservers in the water as floats had large patches of bites on their legs. The host, again, was defensive and unconcerned when we brought this up to him. There is a distinct sewage smell on the property--something to note if you're sensitive to smells. The home doesn’t include any written instructions so you must rely on the host to share information.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2023
Well I am glad your issues had zero to do with the house, as the house is as advertised including location from West End and West Bay, So I am really confused why that location was a issue. So let's dive into the other part shall we? A large group of friends rented both the upstairs unit ( Villa) and downstairs unit ( Casita ). Upon check in they saw the SUP boards and Kayaks that are available to be rented to all of my guests , ( I have 6 other units in the area) and rent them for a substantial discount . They inquired about the rentals, and my property manager informed them of the 1 day price and the 3 day price. Just as a reference, my 3 day price for a Kayak is less that 1/2 the price for a kayak for 1 day in the surrounding area. The fact that it was mentioned in the review that it was "Steep prices" confirm my later conclusions. They rented 5 SUP boards and 2 kayaks for 3 days, and chose their Life jackets ( This is also important) from various sizes and colors. They chose brand new PFD that still had the tags and plastic on them and immediately went into the water. They spent about an hour on the water and came back and said it was too windy at the time and wanted to change over to heavier kayaks, which my manager did. After the three day rental and one day before their departure , they said they wanted a refund as it was "too dangerous" and we should have warned them etc. They also said the were bitten by "creatures " in the life jackets around the legs that they used for floaties. My manager refused the request for the following reasons 1. People SUP and kayak in the bay everyday inside the reef, it is safe IF you know what you are doing 2. Life jackets. We have various colors and sizes to choose from, all of US Coast Guard approved . Also Life jackets are not made to wrap around your legs to use as 'Floaties" 3. Those 'Critters" they are called sand flies or Sand fleas that can and will bite your legs if you are not using protective lotion. Anyone that has been around a beaches knows this 4. If you have never used a SUP or ocean kayak before, a smart move would be to rent it for a day to see if you like it, then rent for longer 5. Don't wait until well after the rental period to ask for a refund, do it immediately , which they didn't. That allows the availability to other people that want to rent and have the skill level. And "Pay at the end" nobody does that for obvious reasons Finally and MOST importantly ,Neither my property manager or myself , are , Babysitters, Swim Coach, SUP or kayak instructors . IF you are an adult ( Which all of them were ) personal responsibility is the key. IF you are new to SUP boards ( because is is more challenging than its looks) stay close to shore and go at the time of day when it is calm. It isn't my property manager's job to babysit or be a trainer. It was clear that they had no idea what they were doing, so they didn't have the experience that they were looking for, which while unfortunate does't rise to the level of a refund. The Kayaks and SUP boards are provided for rental, you are not forced to rent them, but giving the house a bad review because of the users lack of experience should speak volumes of the renter.

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach House
Great location and the property manager, Luke, was very responsive. The only issue with staying on the first floor is that you hear every foot step and chairs moving above you. Hopefully this issue will be solved by putting something on the second floor wooden floors.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruth E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chill and Convenient
10 steps from dock! Beautiful sunsets and constant views of the water! Easy to communicate with host, Luke and people passing by. Meeting each night with our community to discuss the days snorkeling and watch sunset was fantastic! Linda and Rick were amazing at setting up 8:00 snorkeling and making sure we knew where to go and keeping us safe from boats. Everyone staying in our area was very kind and shared a love of the sea. Suggestions: Lounge chairs would have been nice and suggestions to deal with sand fleas. Signage to find place (could have been due to road construction) would be helpful. Will soon need a new water cooler! Overall very pleased with our first visit to Roatan and we will return! BEST SNORKELING EVER!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay on the beach
Our stay at the Casita was everything we hoped it would be! From being steps to the water, right on the beach to the great accommodations, we couldn’t have asked for more! Conrad was so wonderful, accommodating our schedule & very responsive, as was his property manager. The grounds are meticulously kept and the pool was an added bonus! And sunsets on the dock with our neighbors & new friends are NOT to be missed— everyone was so friendly & helpful to us as first time visitors!! Can’t recommend this place enough— you won’t be disappointed!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Beachfront Location - we will be back!
Watch the sun light up the ocean with your morning coffee in near silence on the deck and watch it set on the dock with the new friends you just met that now feel like family. Welcome to Sundancers and this beachfront casita in particular. Walk down the sandy footpath past the other units that resemble tree houses nestled in a tropical garden. Your new home is right on the beach with nothing to block your view and can be enjoyed from both an open air and a fully screened deck. We researched the island fairly extensively before we came down and had a list of things we wanted to do while we were there. We rarely left the property. All the appliances in the kitchen were pretty new. We like to cook so we made most of our meals and ate them outside on the deck. The kitchen has a microwave, a toaster oven and a standard oven so you can cook or heat up anything. We used both bedrooms; both were clean and the beds fine. Both have air conditioning which we used on occasion but rarely had it on in the common area. The living room is comfortable and all the windows allow for a nice cross breeze in the afternoon when you are done with the sun. The bathroom was also clean and worked just fine for us. We often used the outdoor shower to rinse off after a snorkel and didn’t bother with an indoor shower every day. We had a handful of snorkeling sites on our list but after seeing the reef out in front of the house we only ended up leaving the property twice to snorkel. It’s a bit of a swim out to the reef but so worth it with both an inner and outer reef to explore, walls that drop a good 60 feet and nice large fish to discover. We saw spotted eagle rays and/or stingrays nearly every time. Turtles, cuttlefish, squid, barracuda, moray eel, so many reef fish and coral it’s like an aquarium and we’ve snorkeled many places. We left once to explore West Bay, worth it because it's so different, and once on Bay Island Adventures out to Pigeon Cay, ABSOLUTELY worth it if you can spare the coin. Nurse sharks, a shipwreck, a deserted island and clear clear water are the draws here. Also a fresh lobster lunch and open bar. Both Conrad and Luke were extremely responsive and we enjoyed both of them and their advice on the island. We had a lovely stay and are already booking it again for 2024!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

paul b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Roatan Beach Stay
The property is a beautiful ground floor casita. The view is as good as it gets. Steps from the beach, clear ocean views and a private dock to enjoy sunsets, sunrises and sharing good stories with neighbors from the small sundancer community. The barrier reef is an easy swim from shore. Kitchen is well appointed, the smaller living room has ocean views and the sundecks of the casita ( screened one side and open the other) are perfect. Luke the property manager was great throughout. Any issue was taken care of quickly. He even helped us with a rental car debacle (Its good to know people). In short it is exactly what you would expect of an ocean front casita. There is a restaurant (CocoNuts) adjacent to the sundancer community and is an excellent gathering place with fantastic food. Owners and staff are extremely friendly. We would definitely come here again!
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tropical paradise
We had an amazing stay here! The house was very clean and comfortable. The enclosed patio was such an nice bonus as I enjoyed lots of time drinking my coffee in the morning and watching amazing sunsets in the evening. Plenty of nice appliances and a grill, so lots of options if you want to cook. If not, lots of restaurants nearby to choose from. Even at the gas station! Obviously being beach front was absolutely amazing but the landscaping was also just so beautiful. Our boys also loved the pool. Good location in Sandy Bay, not to far from West End or West Bay. We stayed 3 weeks, so having access to a washer and dryer was super helpful. Also really nice that the drinking water was provided during our whole stay and definitely appreciated the americanized plumbing. Fully recommend!
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Marc-Olivier G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Couchers de soleil magnifiques et tranquilité
Très bel endroit directement sur la plage avec couchers de soleils magnifiques. Piscine agréable partagée avec les autres maisons. Seul bémol est la présence de puces de sable, avec les enfants qui jouent dans le sable ils se sont fait piqués à plusieurs endroits. Si vous rechercher un endroit plus tranquille que les secteurs de west bay c'est très bien et près de plusieurs activités si vous êtes en voiture. Un peu de construction près de la maison pendant 2-3 jours lors du séjour.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2024