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Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon

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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8400 sq m

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Pos Chiquito
  • Popular LocationMangel Halto Beach8 min walk
  • Popular LocationDe Palm Island3 min drive
  • AirportOranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)7 min drive
  • Popular LocationArikok National Park7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon

Our very spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom ocean front villa “The Merry Milestone”, combines some of the most spectacular views over the lagoon and its reef with comfortable accommodation for up to 8 persons. Only a few miles south from the airport, the villa is located in the quiet area between the well-known restaurant Marina Pirata and popular Mangel Halto beach with the sea right in front of the house. The sandy beach at Mangel Halto is only a 5 minute walk!
Surrounded by a lush tropical garden, our fully air-conditioned house has a large porch overlooking the crystal blue ocean and reef with comfortable outside furniture including a dining table with 8 seats. Fully equipped kitchen with breakfast area, a large open plan living area with flat screen TV and 4 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms:
The large Master bedroom has a Super King size bed right next to the largest bathroom. Next to that, a twin bedroom with 2 single beds. Next, a double bedroom with King size bed and a bathroom, which is shared by these two rooms. The 4th bedroom is a small double with a Queen size bed with its own entrance and bathroom in a separate part of the house, behind the large porch. See layout photo for details. Our laundry room with washing machine and dryer is at your disposal and of course you can stay in touch with the outside world via free WiFi.
Tastefully furnished, the Merry Milestone is for rent all year round on a weekly basis. The property has a built up area of 400m2 on a total lot of 1275m2. Activities within walking distance include swimming, diving, kayak trips (organised a few minutes walk along the shore) and snorkeling. Some good restaurants are within easy reach, as well as a small but well-stocked supermarket. For exciting nightlife, Oranjestad is a mere 10 minutes drive away.
Don't hesitate to contact me if you have specific requirements or questions!

Property manager

Barbara Schiphorst

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Italian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blender

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Water sports equipment
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 4306 sq ft (400 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Merry Milestone Ocean Front Villa Spanish Lagoon Pos Chiquito
Merry Milestone Ocean Front n
The Merry Milestone Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon
The Merry Milestone Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon
The Merry Milestone Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon*

About the neighborhood

Savaneta

Located in Savaneta, this villa is on the waterfront. Shoppers can check out Renaissance Mall Aruba, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Renaissance Island and Eagle Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Palm Island and Blue Parrotfish Water Park. Kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • Mangel Halto Beach - 8 min walk
  • De Palm Island - 3 min drive
  • Arikok National Park - 7 min drive
  • Renaissance Island - 8 min drive
  • Renaissance Mall Aruba - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Queen Beatrix Intl. Airport (AUA) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Dutch Bar - 8 min drive
  • Zeerover - 5 min drive
  • Wine Port - 8 min drive
  • Flying Fishbone - 5 min drive
  • Quiznos - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon located?

This family-friendly Savaneta villa is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mangel Halto Beach and Blue Parrotfish Water Park. De Palm Island and Palm Island are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Such a great property. Views are stunning! Rik was awesome!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay!
This property was just amazing. I don’t think we could have found anything better. Every aspect of the property was accommodating and the view that we enjoyed everyday was spectacular. Rik responded to any questions we had very quickly and he was always willing to give us tips about the area. We def recommend this property and when coming back would stay again. :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dominick R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Merry times!
We had a great time at the Merry Milestone. The proximity to Mangel Halto Beach is amazing for snorkeling. The house is clean and the landscaping is pristine. Pos Chiquito is also centrally located, so all of our excursions were easy. We highly recommend this property and will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lora G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect home in Aruba
Right across the street from the best snorkeling. Safe neighborhood and friendly neighbors. Great little restaurants in walking distance.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M., Cumming, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Snorkeling Paradise
Felt at home immediately upon arrival at the Merry Milestone. Our family of five loved our stay and had everything that we needed. House was clean, very comfortable and well equipped with everything that we needed for our week stay. Rik met us at the house and was very helpful with tips for things to do during our visit. The views are breathtaking and proximity to the ocean is unbeatable. The best snorkeling in Aruba is right outside the front door. Local excursion companies bring groups to enjoy the waters that are just steps away for Merry Milestone guests. The Marina Pirata is a great restaurant open for dinner daily and is just steps away. We spent 2 days touring Arikok Park caves, natural pools, dessert landscape and amazing views of the ocean and mountainside. We rented a 4x4 vehicle for the day to be able to reach the Conchi Natural Pools. Grocery stores and restaurants are very accessible and everyone is kind and helpful in Aruba. We traveled every inch of the island and think that the most beautiful view was right outside the Merry Milestone.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mari Lou

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They Host Barbara is fantastic and the Property managers Rik and Karen went out of their way to accommodate us when our flight was delayed by hours. Couldn't imagine a better place for a low key family vacation. Will be back for our third visit very soon
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house in the perfect location.
We loved this comfortable house! It had everything we needed, including a great view of the ocean! We enjoyed heading out in the morning to explore the island, then coming home in the afternoon to our quiet little neighborhood and relaxing for the rest of the day. Highly recommend Marina Pirata for dinner, just down the street.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous house and location
We truly enjoyed this house and it’s location to one of the best snorkeling beaches. Plus our diving members were very close to dive companies. The house is exactly as listed and has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Excellent beds and linens wonderful outdoor areas!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Edward H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding home and vacation in Aruba
First of all really want to thank Barbara in easing our concerns about scheduling our trip during these pandemic times, she was wonderful and reassuring! The home was just perfect for our family of 8, some tweens, teens and young adult children with mom and dad. Layout is great, the beds were comfortable, kitchen well stocked with nice appliances, linens and towels plentiful. Location in our minds can't be beat. It was our first time in Aruba and we debated about staying up near the hotels but this was much better for our family. Really could drive anywhere within 20-25" max except maybe the periphery of the National Park. The best snorkeling we found was right across the road and at Mangel Halto just down the street! We brought our own snorkel gear, really a must if you like to snorkel as we could go whenever we wanted. Rik, the property manager, was excellent, went over the top on New Year's Day when the dryer wouldn't turn on, didn't expect anything to be done that day, but he was there within the hour for a quick fix. Really can't say enough about this property, the island and people of Aruba. Thanks Barbara and Rik!

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Belvidere, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Vacation Home
My husband, sister and brother-in-law and I stayed at the Merry Milestone for 10 days. This was a perfect location for us. Rik met us upon arrival and gave us plenty of information about the house and island, and also restaurant recommendations. He was also available any time we had a question or needed something. We enjoyed having coffee every morning on the patio. The beds were very comfortable, the linens were really good quality. We had plenty of dishes and cookware. The appliances were good quality and in good working condition. We liked that we were in a neighborhood, although you could not see another house from the back yard. We were able to put the beach chairs in the trunk and take to the beach, beach towels were also available, and not the cheap flimsy kind either. The property is beautiful, just like the pictures! The only negative is we would like to have had 2 more comfortable/full size chairs on the patio, the beach chairs were too low to see the beautiful sea. Can't wait to go again, we hope to make this annual event. Barbara was very easy to work with prior to out stay.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2021