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Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8400 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

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 towels
  • Beach sun loungers

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
  • Blender
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

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

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
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Scuba diving 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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Policies

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

Map
Pos Chiquito

What's nearby

  • Mangel Halto Beach - 8 min walk
  • De Palm Island - 3 min drive
  • Arikok National Park - 7 min drive
  • Aruba Town Hall - 10 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
  • ‪Quiznos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wine Port - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Zeerover - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Flying Fishbone - ‬5 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).

Ocean Front Villa at Spanish Lagoon Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kovilvenni R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property and Great location
We enjoyed every single day. Rik was excellent and was very responsive, House is very close to Mangel Halto beach. Overall we enjoyed our stay and wish it was longer
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

philip d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious beautiful clean.
It was more than what we expected in beauty and peaceful. Very please and highly recommend this house.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Home in Aruba
We have utilized this home multiple it times. The property is kept in great shape. Barbara ensures that the house is maintained and upgraded for your comfort. The view of the spanish lagoon is wonderful, no better backdrop to Aruba. Area is quiet and close to beach. Access to the water will ensure your days are carefree and special. I really enjoyed morning snorkeling and afternoon dips to cool my heals. If you dont want to cook, within minutes of several restaurants. and there are places to supply your needs for cooking or refreshments. This place ensures you have more of what you need...quiet, access to real nature of Aruba and the piece of mind that comes with a well managed property. My guests and family love being here and will return.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Vacation Rental!
This was our second year spending a month at the Merry Milestone and we couldn't be happier with the location, accommodations, owner (who takes the opportunity every year to update and upgrade the property) and the local manager (excellent communications). We've already booked for 2021 - that's how much we love it.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little paradise in Aruba!
This was a nice quiet location with plenty of space for 7 adult family members. Lovely view with a wonderful out door eating and relaxing space. We enjoyed snorkeling in the ocean that was just across the road from the house. Thanks for sharing this little paradise in Aruba!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

William W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best place in the island if you want to relax.
This home is located in the perfect place to see and do everything on the island. The snorkling is awsome right out the front. Rik is a great guy, he took great care of us. Thank you Merry Milestone we will be back.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls' Trip for the Ladies
We have enjoyed the Merry Milestone: garden patio area for eating/drinking & morning tea/coffee & just 'chillin' was fabulous; waking to such magnificent view was amazing; & we loved the island. Rik was a great help. We followed his suggestions on restaurants & sites & grocery. Greatly appreciated! To just swim, could walk across the street and take steps down to landing. To have a nearby grand beach experience at Halto Beach (snorkelers heaven), 2 minutes down the street and we sat under huts bathing in the sun, enjoying the beautiful scenery and soaking in the cool blue/green water. The beach chairs and towels from the house were comfy & nice. Think we made use of all amenities at Merry Milestone. Dinner at Marina Pirata (walking distance on same street) was exquisite. This is in a great location. Our only sad issue: about the 3rd day we discovered freezer failure and contacted Rik. He gave us a short solution. However, the short solution for the freezer breakdown failed us. We could not have our night of Gelatissimo at the house; and we had to change our meal plans for our last couple of days. We awakened with two days of our trip left and found spoiled food in the refrigerator; had to toss into the garbage. So we headed back to grocery shop and packed the freezer and a cooler with ice to keep some coolness....could not let it totally destroy our fun. This was a super "Girls' Trip" for us....hope to do this again. Would definitely recommend staying at the Merry Milestone for an excellent experience of Aruba life.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness
beautiful view
The location and the view are exceptional. I am glad I chose this home over one in baby beach or in the northern beaches. In this area, it felt like there was a nice mixture of local folks and tourist people. We were able to enjoy the nearby Mango Halto beach, as well as easily head down to Baby Beach or up to Arashi Beach, both of which are also very beautiful. I loved the large outdoor covered patio area, with the amazing view, and also the view from the kitchen looking out on the turquoise waters. I would stay in this house again, but I will say that I think it might be time for some of the appliances to be replaced such as the refrigerator. There is an electricity budget which I don't think was mentioned in the description. It turned out we were well under this usage budget but it took us a few days to figure out how much we could use the air conditioning without going over the budget. I would recommend to bring some kind of water shoes, not just flip flops. I forgot to and it was fine, but some places in the water they would be good to have. The view and especially the sunsets are world class. I could happily live in this home for an extended time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Nancy W.

Fine stay
We spent 10 nights here. The view is fantastic and the yard and patio are lovely spaces. The house is a very large place and has the feel of once being a very loved home that accommodated large gatherings. But, at the time we stayed, it had the air of a once-loved home that has become a bit worn. The furniture in general needs updating/cleaning. Little things around the house needed repair/attention, e.g., cracked tile. The pans probably should be replaced, but are usable. These are mainly cosmetic issues, but still detract. The owner has informed me that they are in the process of updating, so these comments may be old news by the time you read this. The dinner, glass and serving ware is abundant and good quality. The master bed was firm and comfortable. We like to stay away from busy tourist areas and this location fit that bill. Location has easy access to all the rest of the island. Rik is a very responsive manager and good to deal with. We travel extensively and always stay in rentals from VRBO and the like around the world, often in the ABC islands. I know others have stayed here and raved, but I can’t give it five stars. A little more TLC and it would be right up there.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

kris e., Minnesota

Phenomenal Fun
We are group of 6 that stayed for a week. The home is spacious and incredibly comfortable with an unbeatable view. Great sleeping with comfy beds and air conditioning units we ran at night in each room. Kitchen well supplied for all our cooking needs and we did make 3 dinners and most breakfasts and lunches. Ate every meal out at the outside table and seating area looking out to the water. Phenomenal snorkeling right down the stairs to and fro Mangel Halto beach. We explored other beaches with our all around favorite being Baby Beach and the best for snorkeling at Boca Catalina. We explored the whole island and felt so fortunate to stay at such a lovely location away from the tourism chaos but easily accessible to all. Rik Maes is a fantastic guest service manager! He met us at the house and helped us get settled by answering all questions and providing a map he marked up with locations of the grocery stores and some sites we requested in the area. Couldnt have been a better trip. Highly recommend the Merry Milestone!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Yi W., Pittsburgh, PA

Quiet house with an unforgettable view
The house location was perfect! I love the spaciousness of the house! The house was not new, but it had everything we needed for living there comfortably for 8 days. We loved going out to do activities and explore Aruba and come home to a quiet sanctuary to relax, chill and take in the beautiful sunset every evening right across the street!!

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Perfect fit for us!
House is older but very clean, well maintained and well equipped. The house has a nice large outdoor living area which is where we spent most of our time. It is only steps to the ocean for awesome snorkeling! This house is a little off the beaten track which suited us well as it was private and quiet with incredible views of the sunset and the ocean. Highly recommend renting a vehicle to get you around the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Wonderful house in a wonderful place!
The Merry Milestone was everything our extended family needed for a memorable getaway. We stayed a month and welcomed many friends and family members to this great home. The location is perfect - in a quiet residential area not too close to the overdeveloped tourist area of the island, yet close enough to great beaches, restaurants and things to do. Having the sea just across the small road was the perfect incentive to swim and snorkel, sometimes twice a day. The house is very large and quite comfortable, outfitted with all the basics needed for a great stay. We spent most of our time in the huge outdoor living area, leaving only to visit the beach and cook meals in the large kitchen. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a nicer experience of Aruba; we liked it so much, we're already booked for next year.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Absolutely perfect!
We could not have asked for better. The home was beautiful and well equipped. Location is waterfront and very peaceful away from all the tourist hub-bub...yet close enough to access all! Our large family had a perfect vacation and have found our new home away from home in Aruba!

10/10 Excellent

Brian K.

Beautiful house, beautiful view, beautiful island.
Merry Milestone was everything we imagined. The house is in a great location with an easy swimming/snorkeling spot directly across the street. With the amazing view from the kitchen, even washing dishes was breathtaking. Open all the windows and the trade winds bring the island inside. The beach was just a couple of minutes walk away and well worth it. The house has several pair of water shoes, which were a blessing. Bring your own beach towels. The grocery stores dont supply shopping bags, but the house has several in the cabinets. Our week was one of the best we've ever had. Aruba is truly one happy island.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018