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Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area

This stunning villa boasts a spacious terrace with an infinity pool overlooking electric blue waters. There's access to the ocean below which contains the edges of Curacao's best coral reef. Home owners direct ocean access is 100 feet away from the house The villa has modern appliances & cozy furnishings. This home is secluded in an enclave where there are only 15 ocean front villas in complete privacy. Gated house in a gated community. Total privacy

The main house boasts three bedrooms and two baths, completely equipped and decorated in modern Caribbean flair. The kitchen is equipped for even the most discriminating gourmet cook. Detached from the main house, there is also a separate master quarters. The entire villa can accommodate 8 persons in total luxury and comfort with one king size bed, two queen size beds and two single beds.

From the infinity terrace you will enjoy an uninterrupted view of the ocean and sky. Swimming in the pool looking over the ocean under a sky lit night is an unforgettable experience. Birds, butterflies, hummingbirds and iguanas surround you in this half an acre ocean-front estate.

Coral Cliff Villa is located about thirty minutes from the airport and 40 minutes from the Blue Bay golf course or the world famous Willemstad. It’s remote location makes car rental an absolute necessity, but the total tranquility and peace of mind is well worth it. In 1997, the UNESCO World Heritage Site committee selected the historic city center of Willemstad—one of just six Caribbean sites chosen—because of its “outstanding value and integrity, which illustrates the organic growth of a multicultural community over three centuries, and preserves to a high degree significant elements.”

What can you do in this beautiful ocean paradise? Swim, snorkel, scuba dive, fish from your own backyard, hike the nearby mountains, go horseback riding or simply do nothing and enjoy a spectacular surrounding. Maybe you would befriend one of the friendly neighbors and discover the history of the largest of the Netherlands Antilles. Or you could enjoy any of the hundreds point of interests just a few minutes away by car.

In Curacao you are almost guaranteed a perfect weather. Curacao is outside the hurricane belt, Tsunami proof, has never in recorded history suffered an earthquake and there are no poisonous animals on the island

Property manager

Osvaldo Moran

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • Near the bay
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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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 11:00 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Oceanfront Villa Private Residential Area Groot Santa Martha
Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area Soto
Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area
Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area Soto
Oceanfront Villa in Private Gated Residential Area

About the area

Map
Groot Santa Martha

What's nearby

  • Playa Hundu - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Martha Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Grote Knip Beach - 19 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Cas Abao Beach - 21 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Porto Marie Beach - 24 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Willemstad (CUR-Hato Intl.) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Landhuis Klein Santa Martha - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cas Abao Beach Bar - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Karakter - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Koraal Rooftop Terrace - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Marshe di Barber - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area located?

Nestled on the beach, this Soto holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Playa Hundu and Santa Martha Beach. Manzalina Beach and Shon Mosa Beach are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Oceanfront Villa in Private Residential Area Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 42 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Les J., Kamloops, BC

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for large groups
The property manager, Dirk and his wife, did an excellent job greeting us and showing us the house. The location right on the ocean with a pool makes it perfect for large groups considering the cost and how large the house is. Sadly, for smaller groups like ours who just want space and a nice place to stay, this house has not been maintained by the owner. Many little things wrong with the house, fans not working, drains slow to drain, a door that either doesn’t latch or doesn’t close depending on the humidity. Many little things wrong that detracted from the beautiful view. A car is a must and the nearest stores and restaurants are at least 15 minutes away.
Stayed 13 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy Z.

Paradise
The views, the villa, the location!! Heaven
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home!
My family and I loved our stay in Curaçao. The location of the home is perfect if you’re looking to get away from the hustle and bustle- the views are spectacular. Communication was great and the host was very welcoming! We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Dive week
This was our 2nd time renting Oceanfront. Group of 5 divers. Just as nice the 2nd time around. Perfect for our needs. Great location in a less crowded area with beautiful view, The new ladder made ocean access easier but you still had to wait for calmer seas for entry. The house included everything needed, kitchen well supplied for any type of meal. The separate bedroom and bath made for spacious living. This was a clean well kept house. A very relaxing stay, Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Paradise in Soto
Thank you for sharing this beautiful home. From beginning to end everyone was there to guide us with our questions and make our stay AMAZING! The snorkelling and restaurants nearby were wonderful as well. Your property managers were beautiful humans with a beautiful vibe!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John P., Underhill, Vermont, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
If You Love Snorkling and Lots of Birds
This is our second time staying at the property and we love it. If you are a good swimmer, you can climb the ladder and jump right into the water and see coral almost immediately. I snorkels almost every day, but I recommend fins to push you through any waves. The reef here is magnificent. We also loved putting out our papaya skins on a plate for the birds to eat. Of course the best part of staying here is the infinity pool and the amazing view!
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P., Underhill, VT

Liked: Cleanliness
This is our favorite rental ever!
We travel quite a bit but have never stayed in a place like this. The location is unbelievable (if you like quiet, privacy and lots of amazing birds and snorkeling right out your door). I don't even want to go anywhere else on the island. Note that this is our second time renting this home and we look forward to coming back again in future years. My favorite moments are coffee in the morning while looking down over the coral. We've seen so much wildlife right from the deck. From pods of dolphins, to sea turtles, to barracuda.... nevermind the amazing birds. Thanks so much for sharing your home!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathi Jo D., Grand Rapids MI

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location
What an amazing place to stay to experience curaçao! The house is beautiful the location superb! The property managers live just down the street & were wonderful! The kitchen truly has anything you would need to make a beautiful dinner, cutlery, knives, pans & spices. Having a place outside Willemstad was a fabulous idea…,everything on the island is still close & you have total freedom… a morning swim & sunset in the pool were beyond wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise in Curaçao
This house was an amazing week of true paradise! Exploring all of the famous west side beaches of Curaçao within a short drive, but returning to the house to completely relax in the amazing infinity pool with such unbelievable views. It really was a perfect house for our family to relax and recharge. Thank you for a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M., Ontario Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!
Beautiful place, everything was perfect. Would only recommend advising that the sofa bed is not big enough for an adult to sleep on. Over all absolutely perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house and view
This house was perfect for our stay! The view is incredible. We loved the pool and snorkeling right out back. Definitely staying here again if we come back
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vacation
This was an absolutely amazing vacation. The house is very charming and in a secluded location. Keep in mind that the bedrooms have air conditioning but all other living spaces do not. Therefore, we didn’t use the common areas of the house as it was just too hot for us. We spent most days on the patio and in the pool, which was lovely. We travelled all over the island and never had any safety issues. However, one thing of concern for me is that this house was listed as being a gated house in a gated community. The community gate was kept open at all times and there was no security or attendant. The gate to the house rolled open and shut by hand without the ability to be locked. The added safety features was the reason I selected this home for our vacation and I was quite disappointed that they didn’t function. We were advised that gangs had taken over the Playa Hundu beach that is very close to this house and accessible only by using the one access road to the subdivision. That left us a bit on edge. Otherwise, we really enjoyed the vacation.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Z., New England

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely charming house
Very spacious house, oceanfront, you can listen to the crashing waves all the time. Although certainly not a recent build, the house is full of charm and yesteryear glory, yet with all modern conveniences (A/C, dishwasher, washer/dryer, state-of-the-art mosquito screen on the porch). There are neighbors on both sides, but we never heard them. Osvaldo and Dirk were easy to communicate with and answered all our inquiries with patience.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kirill M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Private, secluded property with great views
This property with stunning views is located in a remote and secluded area of the island, on a cliff with access to ocean by stairs. It is very quietб private? and cozy. There is a large deck with amazing view of the ocean a nearby land that is mostly untouched. There is no beach, but it is possible to access the ocean. Because the property is so secluded, the access road from Soto is fairly long (~3 miles), but it is very scenic with great views. Overall, we had a great time property, and communication with the owner and managers was very easy and pleasant. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Curacao vacation villa
A great time was had by all. Overlooking the ocean from the infinity pool, watching the sunsets, and gaining local knowledge from Inge and Dirk. They were amazing and very helpful. I would highly recommend this rental and will be booking again for the family. Thanks so much!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susan F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Caribbean Escape
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful home with us! After a long 20 months of COVID restrictions, we all needed this vacation and Curacao was the perfect escape. The house spacious, clean and was stocked with everything we needed. The location was picturesque, peaceful and remote (not easy to locate initially but worth the adventure; you definitely want to rent a car to explore the island). Highlights of the trip included climbing Mt. Christoffel, Shete Boka, Willemstad, the Ostrich Farm, and several beaches including Playa Porto Mari, Kokomo, Playa Piskado (snorkeling with turtles) and Playa Grandi. Local restaurants were excellent including Cactus Cafe in Westpunt (the African peanut soup with banana was excellent) and Shelterrock Paradise (family owned/operated; great food and hospitality). Snorkeling directly out from the house was some of the best on the island. The reef was healthy and vibrant with corals, diverse fish population and even eels and octopus. Inge and Dirk were ever so helpful with our orientation and periodic check-ins. They clearly wanted to ensure our needs were met. Oswaldo was excellent in his communications during this entire process, from booking thru re-booking last year due to travel bans, and guiding us to the property. He was very prompt with his replies and always so courteous! We highly recommend this property for couples, families or gathering of friends. We'd come back a second time!!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G., Falls Church

Liked: Cleanliness
It was really hard to go home....
This is a fantastic property. The house has absolutely everything you could possibly need inside and out. We have stayed in over 20 vrbos/aribnbs in the last 15 years and this home was the best appointed in terms of kitchen equipment, towels, linens, etc. that we have stayed in. If you stock up on food and drink at the big grocery store in town, there really is no reason to leave the house! The views. From laying in the pool during the day to the sunset to watching the stars/milky way right over your head. Just unbelievable. When the water is low, snorkeling right in front of the house will reveal amazing coral formations that we didn't see anywhere else around the island. (Jumping in from the rocks in front is ok but exiting water on the right of the house next door is necessary - walk over there and check it out before you go in and it will make sense) We rented tanks from a shop out west and had fantastic shore dives from the beach at the bottom of the hill. (Enter water to left of the jetty formation and the drop off is about 30 feet from the shore) If you want a guided dive, Brigette at B Diving at Casa Abao is your girl. It is very close by and has two really excellent shore dive routes. You absolutely need a rental car. But once you make the drive to the main road a few times, you get used to it and it seems like nothing. Two close by restaurants that we liked very much were Landhuis Klein Santa Martha and Bistro Lanternu. We even checked the schedule while we were still there so we could plan a return trip! Oswaldo, Dierk and Inge were super helpful and made the trip so easy. Rent this house....
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

Liked: Cleanliness
October 16th - 23rd
Great property, fantastic views, access to the ocean and reef…we couldn’t have asked for more. Would go back in a second! Thank you’
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ana P., KANSAS CITY

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay!
This is a beautiful property with a spectacular view! Very private and quiet, but we were able to most beaches/ sights in under 20 minutes. The pool is super and the kids really enjoyed it. Inge and Dirk were so lovely and helpful and made our great stay all the more perfect!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby L., Collegeville PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Villa in Paradise
If you're looking for the best place to stay in Curacao, look no further, this villa is it. When you first arrive, you are greeted by property managers Dirk and Inge and are given a complete tour of the property. They live just a stones throw from the villa and will help you with anything you need. Osvaldo, the owner was excellent to deal with and very responsive. Always responded back to me within minutes. He even allowed me to switch my dates due to the island shutdown during the pandemic. Very accommodating with no penalty. The villa sits on a cliff and has the best view on the island. Snorkeling right in front on a great reef. You will need a rental car for this end of the island, very private and isolated, but worth it. It is so quiet there. Just the way I like it. You will find yourself spending all your time in the infinity pool, the view is breathtaking of the Caribbean. My wife Kim and I spent 2 weeks and had the vacation of our lives. Look no further, this is the place you want. Sincerely, Bobby Loesch -Pennsylvania
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet N., Maryland (near DC) USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa, quiet location
Wonderful, clean, lovely villa in a very quiet area. General area felt very safe. Owner is responsive and the property managers are so friendly, helpful, and close by. Check in was easy; the property managers were waiting in the villa for us. The view from the back is spectacular. Convenient for excellent snorkeling. More generally, we chose Curacao because we heard the shore snorkeling was good - and that proved true - there is plenty of very calm water for safe snorkeling with an excellent variety of sea life (even when the sea is a little rough, head to Lagun or Piscado/Grande or Porto Marie for very calm protected water). Other details about the villa that we liked but haven't seen mentioned in other reviews: good selection of books including guide books, jigsaw puzzles, and a reef atlas. We would gladly rent this villa again. Great experience!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay
The pool house was a delight and plan to use again in the future
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas C., America

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
The property is just as pictured, maybe better.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth R.

Perfect
If you’re looking for an off the grid vacation you won’t find a better location We snorkeled, we swam, we relaxed, we explored, we watched the sunset! A perfect vacation The house has everything you would ever need. It’s exactly as advertised Both the owner and local contact were friendly and easy to work with. If I could give it 6 stars I would I’ll be back
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Osvaldo M.

Unbeatable place for the money
The house offers all amenities, the pool area makes you want to stay there all the time from sunrise to sunset. The management could not have been better. Snorkeling was perfect, the water was crystal clear. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019