Title: 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=32583196&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ Holiday home with private pool, 3-minute walk to Montañita Beach ## Photo gallery for 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ ![Sun-loungers - 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ (Montanita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583200/32583196/40a9960d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, video library - 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ (Montanita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583200/32583196/dd590b8f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker - 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ (Montanita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583200/32583196/51c835e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ (Montanita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583200/32583196/be1b83e8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ (Montanita)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32590000/32583200/32583196/a505dc41.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the quaint village of Olon, this serene beach home is a short taxi ride from Montanita. With its open concept design and airy guest rooms, it’s perfect for relaxation. Unwind on the lounge patio with hammocks under a shaded canopy or take in ocean sunsets from the dining patio. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4980 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ This modern beach home is located just as you enter the quaint village of Olon, just a 3 minute ride by taxi to Montanita. Located within Cabanas de Olon, a private gated community 2 blocks from the beach, this serene location is a wonderful getaway close to it all. Just cross the road and head down the path two blocks to get to this amazing uncrowded palm lined surf beach. youtube link: The open concept cottage features two airy guest rooms, each with new split air conditioner to keep you sleeping comfortably after your day exploring the beach. Each bedroom is appointed with a queen size bed, bedside tables, and table lamps. A hallway features an extra closet for additional storage. The living area has high bamboo clad ceilings, skylight, sectional sofa, a media center with tv and dvd player, and great views out to the garden and front terrace. The open window filled kitchen features and all the tools to prepare your feast, including a prep and dining island, sink, refrigerator, stove, microwave, and of course a coffeemaker! Outdoors, enjoy a dining patio on the from terrace with views as you eat towards the ocean sunsets. Alongside the cottage and overlooking your private yard, a full lounge patio with hammocks await you under a shaded canopy with views of bamboo, blossoms, fruit trees and palms. On the back side of the property you will find an outdoor cooking grill, an outdoor shower, hammocks surrounded by nature and the mangrove part of the blue crab reservoir and also ample space for parking. On the community grounds enjoy a private pool and community area, assistance of the guardian/groundskeeper, and lots of peace and quiet. Just off the Ruta del Sol, stroll out in the mornings to the bakery for some fresh pastries, or simply cross the street for the grocer. Do note - this cottage is NOT in the center of Montanita, but just a couple (3) minutes by cab if desired. This makes it its the perfect spot to have privacy and your own beach to enjoy when you want to chill out, plus a little cute village of shops an eateries close - by - and the great bonus of being able to experience the variety of food, boutiques, bars and amenities Montanita has as well. Fresh vegetables and market goods are available at the localk market across the street and down a block. As well and can also be purchased directly from the back o farmers pick-ups as they roll through town in the mornings. Mid morning - find the daily catch on the beach - or grab what looks best as fisherman ride by on their bicycle - ready to filet as desired. Surfiing, lounging, dining, hiking, shopping, massage,swimming, horse-back riding.... its all here and waiting to be discovered. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, we can assist with booking your transportation to Olon as well. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Breakfast available for a fee - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio - Terrace ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Unit size: 980 square feet ## Similar properties ![Sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118290000/118290000/118289988/c9df55ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ocean View Apartment at La Punta Montanita - 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Modern Beach Private Yard Open Concept 2 Br/1 ba Montanita/olon ## About the area Manglaralto is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Montañita Beach and Olon Beach. Valdivia Aquarium and Machalilla National Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Montanita travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montanita.dx6141380) [View more Holiday homes in Montanita](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montanita-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6141380-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-1.82691%2C-80.75194&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XlI8XBeKHkY_2KiicW3fVoOiWyc=) Montanita, Santa Elena ### What's nearby - Montañita Beach \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Montanita Church \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Montanita Spanish School \- 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - Montanita Point \- 2 min drive \- 0.8 miles - Olon Beach \- 5 min drive \- 2.6 miles ### Getting around - Guayaquil (GYE-Jose Joaquin de Olmedo Intl.) - 168 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Wave - ‬1 min walk - ‪Ruta Del Sol Restaurante - ‬2 min walk - ‪Por Que No? Lounge And Bar - ‬2 min walk - ‪Restaurant Ebenezer - ‬1 min walk - ‪Restaurante El Surfista - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ have a pool? ### Is 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ? ### What time is check-in at 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ? ### What time is check-out at 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ? ### Where is 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 min walking to Olon beach and town, gated home complex for 6 guest, pool & BBQ Reviews ## Reviews ### Good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandy B. 26 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Olon Home We stayed here for almost 2 months. Love it. Clean, comfortable, everything we needed. Walking to beach, stores, restaurants. Olon is a great little beach town. Easy to get a taxi to go other places. We will be back to Olon sometime and hopefully stay in this house. Thank you!! ##### Sandy B. Stayed 34 nights in Dec 2022 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gustavo B. 10 Apr 2016 #### Loved this house and pool! Our family of 4 had an amazing stay here, the cottage was extremely clean, super stylish, quiet and comfy. The pool was our kids favorite- we stayed in the pool in the evenings, and sometimes used a smaller individual pool that's at the house and you can fill with the hose in the yard. The ac in the bedrooms was great and powerful enough to cool the whole cottage when we wanted to.The kitchen was a huge plus for us, and it was very clean and even the dishes were nice-everything we needed was there- even a blender to make smoothies. The sofa is super long with lots of pillows and there was plenty of space for us to lounge and watch movies on the dvd player in the evenings- you can buy movies in town for $2 in English. We picked passion fruit that had fallen from the vine each morning to make fresh juice, and walked to the bakery in the mornings to buy fresh bread. ( there are some chickens and a rooster that come to forage for bugs in the yard in the morning.. My kids loved that) . Urbano helped us when we had to re-light the gas for hot water, and it was nice to have someone on the property and made us very comfortable. We will definitely be back, for this cottage in particular. Not crowded at the beach, town, or in this little group of cottages. ##### Gustavo B. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Edwin J. 2 Feb 2016 #### There's Better I really can’t say anything good about this rental. The house has been neglected for years. Two large sofas are unusable being the frames are broken. All the cushion fabric is splitting and the foam is what you have left. The windows will not lock. Glassware is really minimal, no hammocks, no water dispenser, AC non functional due to missing batteries, broken lamps, missing bulbs, broken blender container (with tape on it). I could go on. Along with the years of neglect, there has been no needed improvements. It is really not that comfortable to hang out during the day. You use it to sleep, not to party, not to relax, not to socialize. Sitting arrangements are at a minimum. Oh, and they will tell you they will get things handled immediately – which never happens. Then they go into excuse mode. You can do better in Olon. ##### Edwin J. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Anne W. 17 Dec 2015 #### Good location, but needs some attention! We very much enjoyed our visit to Olon. Lovely little community. We got to know several of the restaurant owners and bakers. The beach is clean and not very busy while we were there. However, our accommodation left something to be desired. This unit needs some major cleaning, and lots of TLC. The screen doors don't work. The blinds in the kitchen don't roll up. Several of the windows either didn't open or the screen didn't fit. Yes, you have a coffee pot - but no toaster, no cork screw and no jug - in Ecuador, where milk is sold in plastic bags! There is no stand for the large blue water jugs, and the blender leaks and is unusable. The kitchen is very basic. The burners on the stove don't always work, and we had to unplug it when not using it, as the ignitor kept clicking, which was a little unnerving. 2 out of 4 pieces of patio furniture were broken. Light bulbs missing, the lamps were pretty scary to use, and fortunately we only used one bedroom cause the batteries for the air conditioner remote in the other room were dead. We were there in the rainy season, but good for us that they haven't been getting much rain because the roof leaks in both the bedroom and the living room. Urbano, the caretaker, is very friendly and as helpful as he can be without speaking any English. We found a local restaurant owner who would call Urbano and explain what was needed when we couldn't figure things out without language. And don't blame the caretaker for the state of the unit - this place needs the owner's care and attention. This was our last stop in Ecuador, and maybe because the rest of our accommodations were great, we expected things to at least be in working order and clean. Water is an issue in many of the communities along the coast. Olon responds to the lack of water by turning the water off from 1-6pm and 1-6am. Manage this by saving water in pails to use for washing and toilets. ##### Anne W. Stayed 19 nights in Nov 2015 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edwin J. 31 Aug 2015 #### The Getaway Spent 5 nights at the house with 2 kids. The house is in a gated community and a 10 minute walk to the beach and central Olon. It was a great, relaxing, getaway for my family. Everything was a short walking distance, Montanitas a 5 minute cab ride, and the beach in Olon is far superior than the one in Montanitas - more family orientated and far more restaurants to chose from. Beds were great, house very clean, outside hangout adequate, very quiet and secure, pool area nice. I would highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a nice, affordable place to hang out on the beach without the cacophony of Montanitas. ##### Edwin J. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Kasper M., Guayaquil 10 May 2015 #### Pleasant stay The cottage is one of the in total 12 cottages in this small gated community. It lies just outside the small town of Olon and 5 min by car ir bus from Montañita. Olon's beach is one of the prettiest of this area and Montañita is the busiest town (many Bart, restaurants, etc.). The gated community is tranquil and has a small but nice swimming pool. The cottage is confortable, 2 very nice bedrooms with A/C, an adequete bathroom, hot water wasn't available but you won't miss that during this time of the year, kitchen had all supplies needed, like described. There is no cable tv or internet, just a television with a dvd player. The breakfasts and drinks on the deck we liked very much. The owners don't live in the area, but the guard is friendly and able to help if you ask him. Alyson is quick in answering, and very helpful. We liked our stay, and could recommend this place to couples or small families. ##### Kasper M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Denton F. 1 Oct 2014 #### Will stay here again!!! The property was very nice and we felt secure with it being in a gated community. We met a few of the people living there permanently and they were also very nice. The house was spacious, the beds were comfortable. The ceiling fans and air-conditioning units were very nice to have since the temperatures did rise considerably while we were there. The outdoor living area was a nice bonus. The owners quick response and attention to our needs was wonderful. It is a great location for a beautiful more private beach than Montanita, yet close enough (taxi ride only $1.50) to go there for dining out and shopping as well as the night life. Thank you Alyson and Gustavo! ##### Denton F. ---