They were a very nice old couple! Helpful and courteous.

Nice place in the south to experience a local overstay. We just spend some time in the North of Aruba and it really was nice to stay some days in the calm south with Anna and her husband. Their house is really close to the nice beach Baby beach. Anna and her husband are really adorable people and we spend a nice night talking with her. Delphine & Nicolas

Los anfitriones son muy amables y atentos. Doña Ana y Don Gregorio nos trataron muy bien durante nuestra estancia. Nos explicaron algunas reglas sencillas y listo. Hasta cocinamos una parrillada. El apartamento es limpio con aire acondicionado y bien equipado en su cocina. Se puede llegar caminando a baby beach en unos 15 minutos.

This place is the perfect place if you want to have some rest and be away from all the luxury resorts of the north of the island. There you can enjoy BabyBeach and the quietness of the neighborhood. Nevertheless you must rent a car if you want to move and go to other places. But everything is easily accessible. You have all the necessary in the room and a great all equiped kitchen if you want to cook. The people living there are really kind and helpful. We really enjoyed our time there !!

Close to great beaches, awesome sunsets and a nice quiet part of the island for sure. A local experience away from the touristy part of the island.

Very simple but nice apartment if you want to stay in a quiet part of Aruba. Close to the Arikok National Park and historic town center of St Nicolas. All the amenities you need are available and if there's anything the owner is on premises and will help you out. I really enjoyed my time on Aruba here.

It was wonderful staying here; it was very clean and the room is fairly large! The only thing was it was difficult to find, however I put the address into (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps so that it will be much easier for the next person. It's a lovely walk to beautiful Baby Beach and there's a few good restaurants there! The hosts were very kind and although there was a language barrier they were very helpful. I would recommend this place!

Our gratitude and heart felt thank you to the Host and Hostess whom were just friendly, welcoming and just adorable. Having such great people sets the tone for our visit, and allow our stay to be enjoyable. This place is perfect for the adventure traveler. Since the location takes you away from the tourist area and through the path of Oranjestad to San Nicolas, which allows you to see the Island outside of the hotel area. We were there for seven days, and at the end we travelled the whole Island and could drive different routes to explore the Island, and move between the tourist area and the local area. This is to say a Car is very much recommended. Parts of San Nicolas may look under developed, however that does take away from the safe, quietness and cleanliness of our surroundings. The home itself is quite charming, and very clean, and was perfect for our stay. Since we were on the go daily. This was one of the better homes in the area. Another benefit was its close proximity to Baby Beach and Kamini’s Caribbean Kitchen. Do call to get directions prior, and the host will meet up with you at the Seroe Colorado Community Church if it gets too difficult, but that’s an obstacle that could be overcome easily. Karl and Patty Nuestro corazón se siente agradecido hacia nuestro anfitrión y anfitriona, quienes fueron muy amables, acogedores y simplemente adorables. El haber podido contar con gente tan buena sentó el tono y ambiente de nuestra visita e hizo que nuestra estadía fuera muy agradable. Este lugar es perfecto para el viajero aventurero. Debido a que su ubicación está alejada de la zona más turística, esto te hace recorrer el camino entre Oranjestad y San Nicolás para visitar las atracciones turísticas, de esta manera, es posible conocer las áreas fuera de la zona de los hoteles. Estuvimos allí por siete días, durante los cuales viajamos por toda la isla, tomando diferentes rutas y nos movimos entre la zona turística y la zona local. Es por esto, que un coche es muy recomendable. Algunos sectores de San Nicolás pueden parecer menos desarrollados en comparación con la zona de hoteles, sin embargo, la zona es muy segura, de una gran tranquilidad y limpieza en sus alrededores. La casa en sí es bastante encantadora, y muy limpia. Esta fue sin duda una de las mejores casas en la zona. Otro beneficio fue su proximidad a Baby Beach y a la cocina caribeña de Kamini. Si se les hace dificil encontrar el lugar, se puede llamar a los anfitriones quienes les podrán ir a buscar a la Iglesia comunitaria de Seroe Colorado. Karl and Patty

This is a very spacious house for 6 people. Absolutely comfortable and perfectly equipped and tastefully decorated. The kitchen particularly has everything you could possibly need for cooking, entertaining, cocktails, coffee, BBQ, etc. All bathrooms had the necessary essentials and even some fashion magazines in all languages ;). There's an illuminated deck with sofas, BBQ and a dining table. All this with a great view of the Aruba multi-color sea, no mosquitoes or bugs. We spent most of the time there. The house has access to a small beach that is blocked naturally by rocks for the rest of people. Sand is white and the water very clear for swimming. Ironically this beach feels too isolated some times, so if you feel very lonely you have Rodgers and Baby beach a mile away. My personal recommendation is Rodgers... no crowds but some company. The hostess was great, she was waiting patiently for our arrival and even left generous groceries for us (including an italian Prosecco) because we arrived on sunday afternoon and most places were closed. We had a small issue with one shower and was taken care of immediately. I had only one initial surprise only and it was how close the house is to the refinery, but as far as I could see, there was no activity there at all, no noise, smells, or something that could spoil your stay there. On the contrary, I saw what I think was security staff from the refinery passing by on the streets from time to time, and it made us feel more secure. To summarize: Will never go back to the high or low rise hotel areas. Our family had an incredible time there (we have a 18 month baby girl), quiet beaches, kitesurfing on Boca Grandi (5 min away), all groceries nearby, wi-fi in the house... we can not wait to come back. Please note the house is not new, is one of the original homes from the community of the refinery but was perfectly renovated and perfectly maintained. A car is a must and there is a 30-40 min drive from Playa Linda, Radisson etc(URL HIDDEN)

We went for a long weekend and enjoyed every minute. The Colony is on the other side of the island, far away for the big hotels, in a compound that was originally built for expats from the oil refinery and it is truely a unique spot, right next to one of the best beaches on the Island, Baby Beach. If you are looking for a special, 100% private place that is off the beaten path and you have the means, this is the place for you. The owners have thought of everything and the house is spectacular. We will definetly be back.

La casa está situada en San Nicolas al final de la isla a 30 minutos en auto de la capital, a 5 minutos del súper en auto y a 5 minutos de baby beach para mí la mejor playa La casa está equipada con lo que necesites y hermosamente decorada La s ñora que te recibe Evelyn siempre está presente y dispuesta para lo que necesites La casa tiene al fondo un portón por donde ingresas a la playa que está solamente para los integrante de la casa ya que nadie más llega para allí Es un lugar hermoso y tranquilo para descansar El aeropuerto queda como a 20 minutos en auto y es muy fácil conducir por Aruba y lo necesitas si o si si será tu destino Pasamos unas hermosas vacaciones La isla la recorres en 2 horas de una punta a la otra ya que es muy pequeña y tienes muchas actividades para hacer tanto de día como de noche Realmente fue una hermosa eleccion

Thank you Rene and Kris. Your house in Aruba is beautiful and very comfortable. It had everything we needed. It was great having the little private beach and the back patio is amazing. We ate every "at home" meal outside and used the grill for most cooking, Coffee in the morning and wine at night overlooking the ocean just can't be beat. We felt very welcome. We enjoyed the bubbly the first night. Thank you! Lynn was wonderful and accessible if we needed her. This is definitely a quiet part of the island. Baby Beach and Rogers Beach were not crowded at all. Thirty minute drive to resort areas if you wanted to go to that area for shopping, sightseeing or change of scenery.

Some like the resorts, big hotels with glitter and glamor. We chose Kris's accommodation because it's like stepping into a comfortable, soothing dream. The scenery and the house just wrapped around us and lulled us into a dream. We slept and woke in a setting we'd never experienced before. We're definitely going back as soon as we can.

This place is paradise. The hosts went above and beyond ... we will be coming back to this house 10000% a true gem all around. Thank you Kris & Val for such great hospitality!

Beautiful House on Quiet End of Island House is awesome, looks better in real life than the pictures. Kris and Evelyn were amazing hosts and made it all very easy. If you want quiet, a house suitable for anything from a couple to a big family, your own private little beach, and to be away from the noise and bustle of the tourist strip (about 30 mins drive away), this place is for you. You are about 15 mins from Savaneta, where we found the best snorkeling on the island (Savaneta reef and Mangle), we rented from the scuba shop 500 meters away from the house, and you have good swimming right from the house and also at nearby Rodgers beach or Baby Beach. Only negative is that to the right of this beach is an oil refinery (not currently going) which mars the views from the beach itself.

We had a great time at this house! The inside of the house is really nice. Plenty of space for a group. The best part of house is the back patio that has a couch and grill leading to the stairway for the private beach. It is on the opposite end of the island from the big resorts, so if you are looking for a peaceful stay this is your spot. We had rental car troubles and Kris called them while we were on a fishing charter and solved the problem. Can't say enough about the house and Kris going above and beyond to help with our stay.

Great location!! friendly.. close to supermarket,restaurants banks and the and the beach..and best of all your can catch the bus directly to baby beach right out front of the apartment.

Bryan and his mom were really hospital and friendly. They offered me a car tour around the closest beaches (Baby beach, Boca Grandi) and help me to check for kitesurfing rental there. The house is clean and modern, and has a nice kitchen and a new air conditioner. It really worthy the price.

area is perfect to kitesurf at boca grande. best place to stay with your family of 3 kids. all room have AC. big terrasse for morning and lunch time. easy to travel by car and bus. a lot of food shop around. a excellent choice for kitter, lot of place for gear

June and Richard made us feel very welcome. First June meet us at the cruise ship dock and took us to the airport to pick up our rental car and the rest of our party. We then went to her rental home, it is very nice and has an exceptional patio area. She showed us about the property. Also a refrigerator with all the condiments we might need. She also has a nice library for the renters. The next morning Richard took us on a tour of the area pointing out many things we wouldn't have found by ourselves. I highly recommend this rental home our hosts made us feel like family. The location is a bit out of the way but it only takes 20 to 30 minutes to go to the far end of the island. Also, it is only 5 minutes from 2 of the nicest beaches on the island.

June and her husband (who jokingly refers to himself as Mr. June) were very welcoming and kind from the moment we arrived. The house has a very large, breezy, beautifully landscaped patio where we spent the majority of our time. The house itself is well equipped and clean. June provides many items that are helpful at the beach such as a cooler, beach towels, beach chairs, and sand toys for the kids. Our only problem was the air conditioning. There were two small units in two of the three bedrooms, however they did not do much to cool things down. My husband ended up sleeping outside in the breeze because of the warm temperature inside. Overall it was a great stay. We would definitely come back. Thank you June!

Our stay was wonderful. Everything went smooth. June and her Husband have been great and very kind. The house was just perfect. We have enjoyed our stay and will definitely book this apartment again if we come to Aruba next time. I can just recommend this house.

Nice accommodation, close to the on shore wind kite spot (wavy but more fun then the flat water off shore wind fishermans hut). The good shops and supermarkets are a 35 minute drive up north, so plan you groceries and be prepared to cook ;-).

This place was very large but poorly air conditioned (only in bedrooms). The mosquitoes were really bad so unfortunately we didn't use the beautiful deck much. As former vacation rental owners we would say that improvements need to be done to warrant asking the price. If you are a large group it might be worth it but I wouldn't pay more than $20 extra per person. Baby Beach is nice but very crowded and a 10 minute drive. You couldn't walk it. We ended up at Rodgers Beach absolutely gorgeous. There's a nice new restaurant down the road and a store a block away which we didn't realize til the day we left. Be sure to check out Charlie's Bar in town, other than that, not much was open in town. If you really want to be far from everything this is the place for you. June was pleasant enough but pressured us to leave early as she had people coming at 5?

Great stay! The house was spacious and comfortable. The kitchen was well furnished with dishes, utensils and pots and pans. They also kindly provided chairs and towels for the beach. Reliable wi-fi Internet. A/C units are only in the bedrooms but with the good ventilation throughout the house, it's all you need. We only ran them at night. Loved the garden! Beautiful, large tiled patio with several sitting area and lots of fun plants. Felt very secluded. Basic residential neighborhood. Felt very safe. Short drive to beautiful, uncrowded Baby Beach (5-10 min) and not a bad drive to the craziness of the main town (about 30-40 minutes) if you want to experience that. Hosts were friendly and helpful. They offered to pick us up at the airport if needed and gave us lots of good tips on the area. We would highly recommend staying here if you'd like a more peaceful, private stay in Aruba.

Very nice house away from the crowds and the pricey hotel area. For the cost of the home you cannot find anything that comes close. Beautiful patio area and nice to hang out. Close to Baby Beach.

Es war sehr familiär und Cherie und ihr Partner wundervoll, nett und sehr offen und freundlich! Das Zimmer war wie beschrieben, einfach und völlig ausreichend! Trotz ausführlicher Wegbeschreibung war es allerdings etwas schwierig zu finden, da die Adresse bei (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) leider nicht korrekt angezeigt wird! Wir haben uns aber sehr wohl gefühlt und uns bis tief in die Nacht super unterhalten! Sollten wir nochmals auf Aruba sein, werden wir auf jeden Fall bei Cherie vorbei schauen!! :)

Excellent location for kiteboarders, very close to Boca Grandi and Baby Beach, Cherie is an amazing host and now a friend, she'll make sure you feel right at home, it felt like I visited old friends. Highly recommend and will go back for sure.

My son and I stayed 2 nights with Cherie and Lester. The room was exactly as described, very clean and included a mini refrigerator, coffee pot, hair dryer, etc. The location is great, 3 minute drive to beaches, dining ( eat at Kamini's Kitchen it's delicious), local attractions. We had the opportunity to see Lester and his band play they are great. I can't say enough great things about Cherie and Lester. So if you are thinking about staying in an Airbnb while in Aruba my only suggestion is to book with Cherie and Lester. You will not regret it. Anna and Tyler, Peachtree City, GA

Wat een heerlijke woning op een prachtige lokatie. Lekker vrij maar toch heel dichtbij de supermarkten, stranden en diverse bezienswaardigheden. Sue Ling en haar familie doen er alles aan om het verblijf zo compleet mogelijk te maken. Wij hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad in de Hidden Gem

Een goede aanbeveling voor een ieder, die van rust houdt na een lange dag wandelen/shoppen. Sue-Ling & haar familie hebben we mogen ervaren als gastvrije personen, die ook klaarstaan voor de nodige hulp. We enjoyed our stay!

Een mooie gezegende buurt voelde ons goed thuis.

Heerlijk appartement. weg van de massatoeristen. Sue is erg gastvrij. Hebben haar weinig gezien, maar alles was goed geregeld. Haar wasmachine mogen gebruiken was heel fijn. Warme douche en slaapkamer met airco zijn pluspunten. Honden zijn lief maar we hadden ze liever niet binnen. Verblijf hier is een dikke aanrader.

Logeren in de apartement was een leuke ervaring. Mooie mensen en veel vrijheid

Helaas is het ons heel erg tegengevallen. Een leuk huisje en vriendelijke mensen. Maar veel last van ongedierte; teken en kakkerlakken; geur van hondenpoep in het appartement en viezigheid. Op het matras lag een laag zand en het onderdek was tijden niet gewassen. We hebben alles zelf maar schoongemaakt en in de wasmachine geprobeerd te wassen. Verder hebben we eigen linnengoed moeten aanschaffen. We moesten het doen met 4 handdoeken en 2 baddoeken en een set lakens dit voor 3 weken.. De wasmachine werkte niet naar behoren dus we konden niet wassen. De locatie was voor ons doel perfect en op zich is er een zeer leuke plek van te maken met een beetje goede wil en inzet. Helaas heeft de eigenaresse weinig tijd en laat ze het beheer aan anderen over die er minder affiniteit mee heeft.

Wij hebben ontzettend genoten van ons verblijf. Het ontvangst was zeer hartelijk en tijdens ons verblijf werden wij van alle gemakken voorzien. Onze dochter heeft dagelijks genoten van het zwembad en wij van het buitenzitten in de tuin en de hangmat. Dit huisje is zeker een aanrader om niet tussen de toeristen op Aruba te verblijven.

We hebben een heerlijke tijd gehad bij Hidden Gem. Een mooi, ruim appartement en de vrijheid om gebruiken te maken van hun tuin. Genoeg privacy. We hadden onze zoon van 7 maanden bij ons en een babybedje stond klaar en ook een mand vol speelgoed. We voelden ons heel welkom. De buurt is rustig, wel een stuk rijden vanaf Oranjestad. Maar dicht in de buurt van bijv. Babybeach en het nationaal park.

Emnerita is de perfecte host en één van de meest gastvrije personen die ik ooit ontmoet heb. Reeds voor aankomst voelde ik mij welkom. Dat bleek ook toen ik na een reis van circa 18 uur een goed gevulde koelkast aantrof, een gezellige tijdelijke woonruimte en een doos vol lekkere luchtjes. Ook tijdens mijn verblijf stond zij mij met raad en daad bij. Zo begeleidde zij mij naar de EHBO, zorgde zij dat er een fysiotherapeut aan huis kwam en zorgde zij voor een natje en droogje toen ik dat zelf niet kon. De woning is zoals je op de foto's kunt zien, de keuken is van alle gemakken voorzien en de badkamer is ruim van opzet met vele badlakens! Een echte aanrader voor mensen die geen zin hebben in de drukte van de high rise en zich thuis willen voelen in de Arubaanse gastvrijheid! Emnerita, dank voor alles en tot de volgende keer!

First, what you have to know about this place; the host, Emerita is the best! She made us feel so welcome and was very helpful. She bought us groceries like snacks, breakfast items, wine and beer! It made our stay to Emerita's place very pleasant because the apartment has a beautiful patio where you can enjoy a big breakfast, the afternoon snacks and a cold drink at the end of the day. Here how I would describe my experience at Emerita's place: The apartment; 1- Like I said, beautiful patio with a table, a chair, a couch, a hamac. Also, Emerita put some lights around the terrasse, at night it's just beautiful and relaxing to sit there in the evening. 2- Inside: fully equipped kitchen. You can cook, bake and BBQ if you want. 3- Bathroom: Very big bathroom with big shower. 4- Very cosy apartment and Emerita put a very nice Caribbean touch with the decoration. The location: I recommend you to rent a car. It's very easy so drive and park all around the island. With the car you are less then 10 minutes drive from: 1- Beautiful Baby beach. You must go! I also enjoyed Rodger beach, next to Baby beach. Less crowded. 2- The nicest spot to take a kite surf lesson! The guy is a very good teacher and knows his thing! Way better then the lessons available in the Palm Beach area ( we tried both) Emerita will tell you where to go exactly. 3- Good local restaurants. Emerita can guide you with some very good inexpensive or more pricey local restaurants. She knows her town very well and knows where to go eat. 4- Arikok Park. Worth the time. You can drive threw the park and see nice beaches. If you like sports, I would recommend the few hikes available in the Arikok park area. The host: Emerita is wonderful. Like I said at the beginning, she is the best! I definitely recommend you to stay at her apartment.

Emerita is by far the most accommodating of hosts. She was warm and welcoming from the moment we met. The living space was well decorated and had all the amenities one could need. The bathroom is large with a beautiful glass sink and shower. Emerita shared her intimate knowledge of San Nicolas and Aruba. She recommended delicious local restaurants. Emerita has a passion for service and making guests feel at home. Our time in Aruba was more enjoyable because of Emerita.

The apartment was very comfortable and easy walking distance to San Nicolas. We had no trouble getting to Baby Beach during the day and enjoyed our evenings on the patio at the apartment. Emerita was really great to spend time with, she was warm and friendly and extremely welcoming with my friend who arrived a day earlier than I did. She made our short stay really great. She was very thoughtful and helpful and left us with a local cell phone to contact her if we had any questions when she was not a the house.

emerita is a great host! Hosting is her passion! she's so kind, lovely, powerful, open minded and also very smart and funny!!we loved to stay at her house! it's super cozy and very clean!! we would definitly stay at her house again!!! we wish you all the best, emerita!!

I had a great two weeks time at Emerita's her space was comfortable the area was safe and just a bus ride to any of the beautiful beaches. The walk to the bus to palm beach is 3 minutes away (you do have to transfer to another bus) but it's quick and worth it. The walk to the bus to baby beach is a 10 minute walk (one bus). Emerita is a great host she made sure I had my space but also interactive as much as needed. she was a tour guide as well and her father was always kind to help with any questions. This part of the island has a real feel of living vs the hotel zone. I'd recommend Emerita's place for anyone who wants to experience Aruba living while getting to the beaches.

I had a great experience staying at Emerita's apartment. She was in contact with immensely helpful information prior to my arrival, not only about the check-in process but some fun things to do while in Aruba. Unfortunately, she was away so I did not get to meet her personally, but her father was an amazing host. He was available to answer any question I had. He also arranged for Emerita's cousin to show me around the town in her car. This was of great help once I finally had my rental car. Also, another cousin, Ramon, has a gym in San Nicolas that he allowed me to use free of charge during my stay. For that I am most grateful. There are plenty of markets within walking distance and the bus depot is just a walk away. I would highly recommend a stay here for someone looking to enjoy local Aruba away from the tourist strip.

I stayed just couple of days at Emerita's place but I felt like home. The place is cozy and private and Emerita is a great host, always ready to help if you need something, it's a pleasure talking to her. I thought the public transportation worked better and more frequently to get you at Colorado sore (where the best waves are) and Baby Beach, but unfortunately didn't. I'm suggesting you guys, if you are planning to stay in San Nicolas, to rent a car, a 4x4 wuold be perfect. As soon you'll reach Baby Beach and you'll get hungry don't even think to stop at Big Mama Grill but walk couple of minutes till the Rum Reef Bar and Restaurant right next to the Jads Dive Center, is worth it. Don't miss for any reason Mango Halto beach, amazing spot where you can chill and do both, diving and snorkelling and you are gonna have such an amazing experience. On the way back to San Nicolas don't forget to stop at Zeerover Restaurant where you'll eat deep fried fish and shrimps and cold beers and absolutely stop also at Kamini's kitchen. Please try the Roti, Shrimps and curry Goat she is a Queen and the food is lovely. The locals are going to help you anytime so it's not gonna be difficult find the places as long you'll get your own car to reach all these beautiful pieces of Paradise. Have Fun!!!

Het verblijf bij Cees en Ankie in Seroe Colorado heeft in alle opzichten aan onze verwachtingen voldaan. Het huis is comfortabel en goed ingericht, met een heerlijk terras, uitzicht op zee. Zolang de zon het toeliet was het daar heerlijk toeven, met name in de hangmat en de ligstoelen, waarvoor onze uitstekende gastheren gezorgd haden. Keuken en badkamer zijn goed geoutilleerd en in het Arubaanse klimaat is de afwezigheid van warm water geen punt. TV en internet houden je op de hoogte van het wereldgebeuren. Een auto is wel nodig, want Seroe Colorado ligt aan het einde van de (Arubaanse) wereld. Heerlijk rustig, voor wie ervan houdt, zoals wij. Nelly Verlaan en Auke Oosten

Very enjoyable stay. Quiet and comfortable.

We had a great time in Aruba! Thank you so much for hosting us and thank you Anke for all of your help!

We were on the island for two weeks at this property. It was clean and had a beautiful view. We spent at least some amount of time at Baby or Rogers beach everyday. We did one shore excursions from where the high rise hotels are. We are so happy we went with This property instead.

Cees stayed in touch and replied quickly to our emails so that we were able to easily organise to stay here. They made us feel welcome and helped us settle in to this comfortable, simple apartment. They answered any questions promptly while we were there and made sure we had everything we needed. We loved the location which is away from the hustle and bustle of the busy part of the island and only a few minutes walk to the fabulous Roger's and Baby beaches. We were very happy here and hope to return soon.

Cees and his wife Ankie were very kind and made us feel realy welcome. The south part of Aruba has no big hotels, exactly what we wanted, to be away from the "all inclusive" crowds . Also a few minutes walk from the house we found the most beautiful beach of the island! Rodgers beach is never as busy as the famous Baby Beach next to it. The oil distillery is not active anymore, but its buildings are still there! It is an interesting coexistence of a "pure" paradise atmosphere with remnants of an industrial past! The house is basic but functional with large living area and good size bedrooms. Perfect for 4 people on the two double beds. If you are the type of enjoying hot water morning showers, you will be disappointed. There is no electrical boiler, but only solar water heating. Maybe in other periods with more sun, you can get hot water, but we could hardly get some warm water (only in the afternoon) for the three of us! A car is NECESSARY. Nice restaurants, and supermarkets are less than 10 mins by car. Rent a car as soon as you land, from the airport. Even though when we went it was the rainy period, the sea was warm and swimming was very enjoyable. We liked that part of the island (southern part) most. Restaurants serve quite good food, with USA prices. Most produce is imported since Aruba does not really produce anything, but beer (we were not impressed with Balashi beer). However you can find nice imported wines from all over the world. People are very kind and friendly with foreigners. Aruba is a great escape from the winter for all of us living in North America! We would like to come back one day!

Ankie & Cees are the most fantastic hosts anyone could wish for. The cottage was extremely clean and everything that one could need was provided. The hosts only live 2 minutes walk away, which is just perfect if you get stuck or need help. Our hired Jeep got a flat tyre and we couldn't get the spare tyre off as there was no locking wheel nut inside the vehicle. Ankie phoned the hire company named " More 4 Less" for us, who immediately came to the property and changed the tyre. Nothing was too much trouble. The cottage is far away from the tourist area, which was perfect for us but only a 2 minute drive from the best beaches on Aruba. A 4X4 Jeep is a must if you want to explore the island properly, including driving up some of the mountains and visiting the natural pool. (A very exciting off road drive) Whoever books this accommodation for their holiday in Aruba will not be disappointed.

Fantastic little cottage, walking distance to the beach. The bedrooms are quite spacious and there's a well equipped kitchen where you can prepare your meals. Looking out the window you see one of Aruba's gorgeous beaches. The hosts, Cees and Anki, were phenomenal! They checked in regularly to make sure that everything was ok. It gets a little hot in the living room sometimes but opening the windows and of running the standing fan, helps. We will definitely stay here in the future!!! Absolutely loved it!!!

De afgelopen 2 weken heb ik samen met mijn beste vriend overnacht bij Alfonso en zijn familie. San Nicolas was een prachtige plek om te verblijven aangezien wij tijdens Carnaval aankwamen, en daar veel parades waren. Het is een prachtig knus appartement voorzien van alle gemakken. De familie De Windt is ontzettend vriendelijk en behulpzaam en we voelden ons er erg op ons gemak. Het huis is keurig afgewerkt, schoon en verzorgd. Op het eiland is een huurauto zeker nodig, ook om van en naar het huis te gaan, maar dan is ook alles met veel gemak te bereiken. Het is tevens vlak bij het prachtige Baby Beach. Dit appartement is een aanrader!

nice, cozy, clean apartment. fully functional kitchen. super nice host! best if you rent a car for convenient access to the hotel/beach area.

Lovely stay. The apartment is very private and you have everything you need. We arrived rather late and to the wrong street. (The pin on (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) maps isn't correct but was still very close) Alfonso came and picked us up which was very nice of him.

Precis de boende jag sökte! Med hjälp av maps.me och deras app hittade jag lätt till familjens hem. De väntade på mig när jag rullade upp med min hyrbil. Mysig uteplats med skydd för solen var ett plus mitt på dagen och under varma eftermiddagar. Käket var väl utrustat och fräscht. Rummet var lagom stort med bra avlastningsplats för min stora väska. De intilliggande badrummet var även det fräscht. Överlag är det tummen upp och jag är mer än nöjd med mina dagar både i San Nicolas och med detta boende. Hela familjen är trevlig och hjälpsam från stunden jag bokade till jag lämnade.

Alfonso was extremely nice and helpful. We got lost on the way and he even came to find us in his car and guide us to the house. He gave us recommendations of where to eat and even made a reservation for us. We locked ourselves out of the bedroom and he even came to let us in pretty late and did not seem put out at all. The place itself was quite and had a private entrance. The kitchen was small with a full sized fridge and the bedroom and bathroom were both a good size. It was clean and the AC worked well. The TV had lots of channels and the internet worked well with a password provided by Alfonso. The bed was a queen and was comfortable. The place is located close to baby beach but kind of far from Oranjestad, although nothing on the island is actually far. Our stay was great and we would definitely stay again. The only negative thing I could think of is that there is no hot water but I think that is common in Aruba. Plus the water wasn't that bad.

We stayed in this location for 6 nights, hosting at its best. Alfonso and his wife made sure we had the best vacation. Since we were kiteboarding in Boca Grandi and going to Baby beach, location was great for us and quiet. Also cheap supermarkets and close to great food at Savaneta. Major difference compare to the previous airbnb places we stayed in Aruba. They had extra clean sheets, towels, didn't interrupt our vacation, but always available when we need anything. We had enjoyed the place a lot, relaxed in breezeway, cooked in most of the days as well.

Excelente lugar para elegir como estadía, muy cerca de baby beach una playa hermosa, Alfonso muy buen anfitrión, recomiendo rentar un auto ya que no es muy costoso y facilita mucho el recorrer la isla.

We enjoyed a wonderful stay and Alfonso was an awesome host. His space was very peaceful and quiet... not like the 'tourist' side of town. It was exactly what we needed. The breezeway in the center of the property was by far our favorite place. Alfonso was very helpful and always available for any questions that we had. We were able to navigate around town in our rental car pretty easily. The room itself is quite cozy and well maintained. It truly felt like we were at home. Thank you so much Alfonso!

Arnold was a fantastic host. Would highly recommend Kite Inn and hope to return soon.

Our stay at Kite-Inn was actually recreative. This destination is located on the quiet side of the island in the middle of a cactus-filled desert. The facility is clean, quiet, safe and had a very comfortable bed!! In contrast to other airbnb experiences at Curacao and Aruba has Kite-Inn a hot water shower - amazing - ! The nearby beaches are very good for kite-surfing. Arnold is a very helpful Person, if you need information, rental car or airport transfer, don`t hesitate to ask him. We can highly recommend this destination, wether for water-sports or just to relax!!

Loved this place. We have a 1 year old and this stay is a tiny drive to a few spectacular beaches on the south end of Aruba. Baby Beach and Rogers Beach were our go to almost every day. They are perfect for families. This place was designed for kite surfers and is not located on the touristy side of the island but it totally worked for our little family. Arnold was a very gracious and helpful host. He made sure we knew where local things were. His place was very clean and comfortable. Our baby particularly loved the hammock on breezy afternoons. Arnold even surprised us with fresh mangos from his tree. Quite a memorable experience.

We had a great stay at Kite Inn. Arnold, the owner, was extremely helpful. He picked me up from Aruba Noord, where I was staying previously. While I was waiting for my husband to join me from the airport, Arnold offered me a ride to Boca Grandi kite beach for a kitesurfing session. He's a super nice, helpful and open host. The guesthouse itself is very basic, not for everyone. PROS: I enjoyed it because of its secluded location among the cacti forest, it was quiet, clean, AC worked well, and it is close to Boca Grandi kite beach. CONS: You need to drive everywhere. There's no pool, and the "recreational" area is very basic - just couple of tables and old lounge chairs. I would recommend it to kitesurfers who spend most of the day at the beach and like to chill. The surrounding area is very beautiful, filled mostly with cacti and framed by dramatic cliffs. It's close to the National Park. There is one restaurant very close by (Kamini's Kitchen - we really loved it). The clubs and other restaurants are a drive away if you're into proper nightlife. It was perfect for us, as we're not into crowds and touristy things.

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Cherie en Lester zijn zeer gastvrij en dringen zich niet op. Je kunt van van alles gebruik maken; snorkel en strandspullen etc. Lester is daarnaast nog een goede drummer en weet leuke plekjes te vinden op Aruba. Samen de arubaanse grotten bezocht. Van Cherie hebben de laatste avond nog Dansles gehad en veel gelachen. Topweek!

Had a nice time with my girlfriend staying at Cherie's. Everything was clean, shower was amazing, and Lester and Cherie are very sociable. Cherie made us a great dinner one night and even took us to a local dance place! I will note that you do really need a car here and some enthusiasm to explore around. Cherie is very knowledgable and helpful in this regard. Definitely check out the southern cliffs beyond the lighthouse, really cool. Overall stay was good with a great host.

We had a fantastic three weeks at Cherie and Lester's wonderful house in 'The Colony'. The house is exactly as described in a very quiet neighbourhood close to Baby Beach, Roger's Beach - 20 minutes walk and for kite surfers, Boca Grande beach is only 5 minutes drive. Look for 'Pechi' and his Pro Kite School Aruba van on Boca Grande if your looking for lessons - he is fantastic. Restaurants are relatively close in San Nicolas and Savenetta and very reasonably priced. Jags dive shop is conveniently located on Baby Beach - they are an excellent crew. The kitchen is well equipped, the bathrooms clean and modern and the beds are very comfortable. Everything was perfect for our needs. Cherie and Lester are the perfect hosts who showed us a wonderful time in Aruba and I know we will be back. I have to mention Suzanna - a very sweet dog - who welcomed us immediately and accompanied us everywhere. We felt at home immediately. Thanks for a great time.

This is a good accommodation to stay, if you want to enjoy the Baby Beach or Rodgers Beach, if you like to bike or if you like the local wildlife or give you energy on a cliff. Cherie and Lester made available to tourists two bicycles to explore the surroundings. Both beaches are within 15 minutes walking. Accommodation is spacious with all the amenities for a family of 5 or 6 people. The neighborhood is quiet, though, with a splendor rundown. Hear the birds singing and you can enjoy a romantic evening in the restaurant of the beach Baby. You can enjoy the live music accompanying Lester to different places on the island (Aruba) where Lester plays as a professional musician. Thanks Cherie and Lester, for their kind hospitality.

The area is unique, with a very interesting history, and a great place to explore. The local dogs are extremely friendly and will tag along. On our last day we had a pack of 6 (including Jean and I). What a fun time! You need to be open to a very laid back, beach vacation.

The 2 bedroom apartment was wonderful, we only used the master bedroom. It had a private entrance, large living room with a tv and nice spacious and easy kitchen with a good fridge and freezer. The bathroom was brand new and the shower was fantastic. Lot's of windows and a constant breeze, we didn't need the A/C, but it was available if we did. We really enjoyed exploring the "true" Aruba in the south before we went north. It has great beaches, both with and without waves and the history of the Lagos Community (find it on a (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) page) is really interesting. Local supermarkets were less expensive to buy food and liquor before going to the hotel zone. Cherie helps with restaurant and nightclub suggestions. We were really glad we got to spend 2 nights there.

During our 15 day visit to Aruba, we stayed at two resorts, and at Cherie and Lester's place for the last four days. All three generations of our family loved this place the best. It is very comfortable, and it definitely has a homey feel with it's 1950's modern architecture. The neighborhood is full of history and a mix of beautiful new homes and abandoned old colony houses that make it interesting to drive and walk around. The Seroe Colorado has magnificent views and the remains of the WWII guns which protected the refinery add to the sense of history of this remote location of the island. And the close proximity to Baby and Roger's beaches was exactly what we were looking for. Cherie and Lester are absolutely the best people and hosts, we couldn't have asked for a better experience because of them, and we loved the dogs too, especially dear Susanna with her unique personality. If you are looking for a change from the resorts on the other end of the island and want to try being off the main grid and totally relax, then this would be a great place to do that and we highly recommend the apartment and the hosts for a memorable and relaxing experience.

Cherie and Lester are wonderful hosts. They went out of their way to make us feel welcomed and provided many tips on the must see locations and best happy hours on the island. We had a blast and also got to check out Lester's band and meet some great locals. The place is clean and definitely has a home away from home feel. We stopped at a market in town and picked up some basics to make breakfast and have snacks for the beach, this really came on handy. Baby beach is beautiful and only a five minute drive - this was our favorite beach! You can rent an umbrella and chairs for fee or if you plan accordingly arrive early to snag one of the shaded areas. The location is secluded and does require a car if you want to explore the island. Our goal was to relax and get a taste of the local life and that's exactly what we got. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you Cherie and Lester!!

Amalia's place was PERFECT and she was the best host anyone could ever ask for. I loved how we had a personal ac in the master bedroom along with 2 fans that helped me sleep at night since I need background noise! There was 2 beautiful balconies on top of the house one was facing the sunrise the other was facing the sunset! The house is in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood that we felt completely safe in. Amalia made us feel like we were staying with family and not an airbnb thank you so much for the hospitality. We can't wait to see you soon :) Miss you <3

Having already seen the "High rise" part of Aruba, we wanted to try something else out--you could be anywhere when you stay there. We loved staying on the "quiet" side of the island. It was just 2 minutes to Baby Beach and Rodgers beach, and in the morning, the water color was incredible and NO ONE was there but us! We also could go for scenic walks in the evenings, and enjoyed being able to try out a few restaurants off the beaten path. Amalia knows everything about the island was incredibly helpful in sharing a few of her "secrets" for enjoying the island--Mangel Halto (sp?) and Tia Rosas among others! The room is huge and the bathroom is great, all private. The AC in the room was perfect and we could set it to maximum comfort. The house is comfortable and the breakfasts she made were tasty! She's a fun lady to talk to! Will definitely be back and give it our highest recommendation for a wonderful new perspective on this incredible island!

Staying at Amalia's provides a wonderful opportunity for exploring the southern side of the island. You'll need a car to get there, but there are so many great spots a short drive away that you won't get bored. We went for hikes throughout Arikok (which included the natural pools and several empty beaches) and stopped at some other places along the coast. The restaurants nearby (Kamini's!) have a healthy mix of locals and tourists. Be aware that Baby and Rogers Beaches are right next to an enormous oil refinery. It doesn't affect the water at all, but it definitely affects the scenery. Just turn the other way or go snorkeling. A 5-10 minute drive takes you to smaller, more private beaches to the South, out of view of the refinery. The neighborhood is calm, safe and friendly, but don't expect a manicured community like the resort areas or Oranjestad- it's a bit Detroit meets weather-beaten Miami ghetto. The house is very pretty and extremely comfortable. A lovely breeze comes through when the windows are open and there are cacti all around the house. We ended up having the house to ourselves because Amalia had an emergency, but she arranged for someone to meet us and to check us in, and she always responded promptly and informatively through text or airbnb. She still only charged us the private room fee, which was nice of her. She genuinely wants everyone to enjoy their stay. Thank you again!

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thanks Jacek for a wonderful week at your home. we appreciated the extra efforts to make our stay comfortable. quiet neighborhood with a surprisingly remote feel, in close proximity to Baby and Rodgers Beach. the kitchen was great. enjoyed bike rides, morning jogs, beach time, snorkeling, cocktails with great sunsets never had been to Aruba-this is a great place to base yourself-highly recommended

Our journey was very good, we came here to kite surf in boca grandi, 10 min from home with car and we had wind everyday with sun. The house was very nice to live in with a beautifull view. Baby beach is really close to the house.

We had a family reunion/holiday at the Baby Beach house in Aruba. It was absolutely wonderful. We spent 8 nights and days and couldn't have asked for a better home. The view from the patio / backyard is breathtaking and such a joy to wake up to every morning. We had our morning breakfast overlooking the turqouise waters which is the same view from the living room and the smaller room (with the twin beds). It's a very large house and the 6 adults and one two-year old were very comfortable. The house is a short jog (15 mins) or a ride (3 mins) from the beach. We spent most of the time at Baby Beach but Rogers Beach is just a short 5 minute walk away. It's close to Colorado point so the change in terrain allows for a nice change of scenery if people are up for that. The house has all the modern amenities and yet the beach-cabin charm we wanted. We were greeted by the property managers who gave us a thorough run-down of the house, beaches, tourist attractions, local events, restaurants and Aruba in general - they were also available at a moments notice when we called them using the local cellphone provided. Given that the house is slightly farther from "downtown" (30 minute drive), we rented a car and enjoyed the local attractions during the day and came back to a relaxing and tourist free home at night. The grocery stores nearby are reasonably priced so we didn't end up eating out too much either. One of the highlights of this trip was to be able to fall sleep to the sounds of swishing palm trees and the rolling waves. My brother-in-law put it best - "This trip is one for the books" - I'd have to agree that not only was visiting Aruba amazing it was doubly wonderful that we could do it as a family under one roof in a home rather than as customers of a hotel. Thank you Jacek, Martha and Steve.

My husband and I had a nice stay at Alvin's place. It is clean, roomy, and quiet. It is also well decorated. Alvin's Mom is very nice to help us settle in. I highly recommend this place on this lovely island.

Alvin was very welcoming and prepared. He answered all our questions and gave great recommendations. The kitchen has everything you need to eat in. We did a mixture of eating out and in and it worked out very well. The location is convenient to what we wanted and the few times we wanted to go to the high/low rises it was easy to get there by rental car. We took the time and explored a significant portion of the island with the apt as our home base and it worked out perfectly. It was a wonderful vacation. The sun rises beyond the porch off the larger bedroom. The apt looks great in the pictures but it is even nicer in person. It is in a quiet neighborhood and across from a primary school. If you want something outside the more built up high/low rise areas and want to experience this tropical island I would strongly recommend this apt.

This is a cute apartment in the residential part of St Nicholas. Alvin is very friendly and helpful, although it is was Christmas and NYE and the whole Island was partying!! It well suited our purpose in Aruba.

Alvin our host was very nice to meet us at the airport on arrival as it was our first trip to Aruba. His apartment was only 15-20min away but it was nice he came out to greet us. He is a very welcoming, nice and friendly person. The description of his apartment was exact and the photos are exactly as on the website. We spent a week vacation in the apartment and we had all that we needed. The apartment was very clean and well kept. We were able to prepare a few light meals for ourselves when we did not feel to eat out. Alvin gave us recommendations for a few good spots to eat close by and how to get to the beaches also. The apartment is close to the main so not hard to navigate around. Nice area that you can get around easily and the people of Aruba are very friendly with directions if you ever get lost. Alvin also has alot of maps and tourist guide/attraction info in the apaprtment of all that can be done on the island. I would highly recommend getting a vehicle to go around. Alvin is able to get you a 20% discount with Hertz just let him know. We wanted to get a local experience on the island and not stay in the tourist hotel areas. We got that staying in Alvin's apartment. It was very private. He lives next door but gave us complete privacy. He would check on us via email to make sure we were settled in okay and had all that we needed. It was very safe there and secure. We never felt scared or unsafe coming in late at night. I would highly recommend this apartment if your looking for a complete Aruban experience on the island. As Alvin will make sure your getting the experience you came to the island for.

Alvin and Inga are wonderful and attentive hosts, they really made our return-honeymoon trip the success that it was. The fact that they are so friendly, welcoming, and fun made spending time with them a natural thing, making for some of the top highlights of our trip. I would imagine if you're reading this review you are not limiting yourself to spending your time in the resorts / north part of the island. Other than short stints up north, eg kitesurfing at fisherman huts, south is where its at! Alvin and Inga, true locals on the island, will be able to point out all the best spots to beach, eat, and satisfy any desires better than the fanciest hotel could. The apartment exceeded our expectations. Contrary to the general rule, where the pics are often an exaggeration, the pics don't do the apartment justice. The entire apartment is a modern construction, well-thought-out couple of units. The ground floor we stayed at for the week has the advantage of a patio & naturally cooler temps. It was spotless for our arrival. Also, it was very well equipped (eg kitchen), and more than fully stocked with all the extras. (Couple cold ones in the fridge on arrival was a very nice touch guys!) Also, the location is VERY convenient, practically just off the main road spanning the island. The Airbnb / (SENSITIVE CONTENTS HIDDEN) map location aren't accurate, here is a better pin point: (URL HIDDEN) THANK YOU Alvin & Inga, I expect our next visit to Aruba will come sooner than the anniversary 5-year interval, seeing we have such a great option for accommodations. And since the all 4+ of us are such globe-trotters, perhaps we'll meet on another continent sometime too!

My husband and I stayed here for just under a week and we loved it! The apartment is spacious, the bedrooms are both very good size and the beds are comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked and has everything you could need! The apartment felt very safe when we came home at night. There was a washing machine that came in very handy at the end of the trip. Alvin checked in on us during our trip to make sure we didn't need anything, but the apartment was so well stocked we couldn't possibly think of anything else! Alvin even had 2 of the local Balashi beer waiting for us in the fridge. It's located conveniently off one of the main roads and has many supermarkets close by. Baby beach was beautiful and is a short drive away. We would definitely stay here again!

My husband and I had a short stay (2 days) at this lovely apartment just before departing Aruba a week ago. Our personable host, Alvin, was very helpful .. even assisted with our luggage on the staircase. The apartment is very spacious, beautifully furnished and it was spotless. We loved the balcony with it's green view (even has a tiny peek at the ocean). The bathroom was very modern and the warm 'rainfall' type shower was most welcome after the beach. There was always a nice breeze through the unit. Alvin and his gracious wife run this apartment with solid integrity. We would definitely stay there again in the future.

Wow, The apartment is exactly as shown in The photos, fully equipped, everything is New and clean and our host Alvin is amazing. The apartment is near baby beach, The Best one in my opinion, and I strongly recommend This apartment for anyone looking for a awesome time in Aruba.

Leuke stacaravan/trailer met zitje ervoor. Gelegen volledig tussen de locals, je beleeft Aruba vanaf de niet-toeristische kant. Goede airco. Nette badkamer. Alles aanwezig in het keukentje om evt. zelf te koken. Huurauto kan op eigen terrein geparkeerd worden. Enkele steekwoorden: gastvrij, behulpzaam, vriendelijk, betrokken. Bij verblijf in de trailer in de tuin geen wifi. Onder de veranda van het andere gastenverblijf of dichtbij het woonhuis matig/slechte tot geen wifi. Aruba is prachtig, genoeg te beleven om een week mee te vullen. Met een huurauto het eiland verkennen is zeker een aanrader.

Emerita is more than just a hostess. She welcomed me, guided me around, made sure I wasn't bored and was always warm and friendly. Emerita is a true friend!

Had a lovely time with Emerita in Aruba! We stayed for the second half of our week-long vacation. The two beaches she suggested were wonderful, and my favorite on the island. We are very happy that we had a car - it would have been quite inconvenient if we were walking, as the beaches and restaurants are a bit of a drive (10-15 minutes). Good access to Arikok Nat'l Park, although you can get there just as easily from the north. A much more "local" Aruba experience than staying up north! Thanks, Emerita! One caveat - getting the keys from Emerita's family was a bit of a struggle. When we arrived, we were asked to come back later, despite being told that we could come at that time. If Emerita will not be home, perhaps wait until she is home to get to the apartment.

Staying with Emerita was a unique local experience. As she describes,her place is especially wonderful for travelers that enjoy going beyond your average tourist experience. The guest house was clean and comfortable with everything we needed and we were able to make some meals in the kitchen and using her grill. We were a 5-10 minute drive from my favorite beach on the island, baby beach, about 15 minutes from downtown, and about 30 or so minutes from the high-rise hotel tourist area. The neighborhood was safe quiet and friendly. Emerita and her son, who was in from Canada, were the best hosts we have ever had and we truly feel that we have two new friends. I would definitely stay again and hope to see Emerita again in the future!

Where do I begin?!? Emerita is the best! This was my first time traveling to Aruba and alone, but she really made my trip so amazing. The place is so clean and she left me bread, eggs, milk, juices, fruit, snacks, chocolate, wine-so much! Emerita also happily drove me to Baby Beach and drove around to show me some places to visit. We even went to the amazing Zeerover restaurant together with the other couple staying at her other place and had a great time. She is also so helpful! I asked a million questions and she answered them all. Emerita is truly an inspiring and kind person. I'm so thankful to have met her and will always come to her place when visiting Aruba! :)

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I could not have asked for a better experience for my first visit to Aruba. If you are looking for a more personal experience away from the tourist scene of the island, Emerita's is perfect. I did not get a chance to meet Emerita as she was away during my stay, but her father and brother were so friendly and helpful with almost anything I could have needed during my stay. I like to experience my travel destinations from a different perspective, and one of my goals on this trip was to see Aruba from outside the tourism that makes the island so famous. I was able to achieve that goal during the stay and in speaking with Emerita's family. Thank you so much for being the most gracious of hosts. Would highly recommend!

Emerita was very nice, great room very clean, nice n quite, close to boca granda for kiteboarding i will stay here again!