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Reviews of Vista Mare Holiday Home - Halcyon Heights Private Residence

Vista Mare Holiday Home - Halcyon Heights Private Residence
St. Johns, Saint John

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dimon V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great place for vacations
The host provided a trusted taxi at the airport, met us, and explained the property features. There are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious kitchen, living room, and a great terrace with amazing sunsets. There are a coffee machine, toster, utensils, and everything you need at the kitchen. The beach is 10 mins walking down the hill. There are at least 2 great places to eat: pizza and more at Bella Vita and variety of food at Bay House (just behind the apartment). You can rent a car to drive around at Down West car rental (make sure you are a relly good driver). Beaches are amazing on the island, but prices look too high. I'm glad we stopped at this place. It must be one of the best options for price/quality criteria. Thanks the host for provided accomodation and I can recommend it for everyone!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May 2024
Thank you for your review Dimon. And for the detailed description of the place and island. I wish you all the best with your studies and if you need any help don t hesitate to contact me.

10/10 Excellent

Doreen g.

Liked: Cleanliness
3 week stay
Simonetta helpful and welcoming. Property has a view, from veranda shrubs/plants obscure view when sitting, but some may enjoy the privacy as veranda is infront of a walk way. Downhill walk to the nearest beach ,uphill on return,if walking would be quite a challenge,would recommend a car, which we had for the duration. Lower bedroom has a view to enjoy unfortunately windows broken some unable to completely view,which was a shame. Need US dollars for Washing machine, not an issue if short stay. Overall pleasant accomodation. Didn't use communal swimming pool as was stained and didn't appear clean.
Stayed 20 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent sea views
Simonetta is an excellent host and her property is perfect for a a relaxing stay on the island of Antigua.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Kathrine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
The positive and negative
Simonetta is lovely, she is helpful and available.The interior and furnishings although very clean were abit tired but despite this had a cosy feel. The view from the patio is breathtaking and the highlight of our stay especially at sunset. Unfortunately the mosquito screens around the windows/door were ill fitting so we did get a few biites. The most negative point for us was the loud music/party noise coming from the hotel literally right behind us often going on until late and noise started again with shouting and car doors banging at 7am as hotel workers arrived for work. Having no glass on the windows, which is common in the tropics, the noise couldn’t be blocked out, it is definitely worse in the back bedroom. Past reviews barely mentioned this as being problematic but we were a 70 year old mum and her daughter looking for relaxation so this may not be a problem for other people. Also the house next to us was being renovated so there was unwanted daytime noise from that too, because of this we spent less time enjoying our patio than we wanted. For these reasons alone we wouldn’t go back but others may not find them an issue.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jan 2024
Thank you for your review Kathrine. I am sorry that the restaurant on the hill was noisy when you were here. The antiguan law says that music and noise should stop at 11 at night, but then there is the staff tidying up and nothing can be done for that. Most of the guests are not bothered by that. In general I hope that you will keep good memories of your antiguan holiday. Kindest regards. Simonetta

10/10 Excellent

Lorene Z., Calgary

Liked: Cleanliness
Superfantabulous
We arrived late in the day just moments before the sunset. Simonetta met us in the parking lot & swiftly brought us around to the westerly side of the villa to see the sun setting on the ocean! She kindly assisted us in booking Eli’s Eco Tour and responded same day with any questions we had. The property was clean, had all the essentials to prepare meals, 2 spacious bedrooms & bathrooms and a large outdoor covered patio with a million dollar view of the ocean! The property is a short 15min walk down a hill to the gorgeous Dickinson Bay beach where there are beach front pubs, local kiosks with handmade crafts & an abundance of beach chairs/umbrellas for rent. Location was perfect being located 20mins drive to/from the Airport & approx 10mins to a large supercentre grocery store. It was so peaceful in the morning and felt like home coming back to everyday! Everything was superfantabulous and we are grateful to have found an extremely comfortable home away from home with an incredible hostess in Simonetta!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov 2023
Dear Lorene, thank you for such a detailed Feedback! I am sure it will help other travellers. I am so happy that you found your home away from home and I hope you will come home again! All the best to you both. Simonetta

10/10 Excellent

Sherry P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent view - cute condo
Amazing views from sunrise to sunset. Cute condo (bigger than I expected). Simonetta was lovely and ensured my stay was enjoyable. She is very helpful! I will stay again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Dear Sherry, thank you for your nice feedback! I hope it will help other travelers to make the right choice. All the best to you, hope to see you again next year in Antigua.

10/10 Excellent

Julie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday
The property had a rustic charm and everything we needed for a home away from home. The host was charming, attentive, available without being oppressive and gave great advice to make our holiday even better.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Duane Cyrus T.

Beautiful location
I loved it A peaceful relaxing place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sanguani

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable, clean and tasteful accommodations!!! Would stay again
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness
High on the Heights
Great location and spectacular view. During the day felt more like a private resort with our own private pool. This time of year constant breeze no AC needed. A home away from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2023
Dear Richard, it was a pleasure having you at Vista Mare. I hope to see you again next time! Best regards Simonetta

10/10 Excellent

Sharon C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fully equipped, spotlessly clean
Fabulous communication from booking through to departure. Simonetta answered my many questions, sorted taxis and met us on arrival. The apartment has everything you need and the pool area is great. It’s true that the hill up from beach is pretty steep but you can get taxis. Other reviews mentioned the noise from the hotel behind the apartment - it didn’t bother us and was more than made up for as the terrace at the front of the partment is so peaceful and the view outstanding. Highly recommend the Italian restaurant a little way down the hill. You need a car or use taxis for shopping and to get to the wider selection of restaurants in the bay although we are in our 60s and did walk up the hill so it can’t be that bad! Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

nyar

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
exclusively private and ‘homey’.Owner was very welcoming and ensured that our needs were met. A wonderful place to vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view!
The view is spectacular, the sunsets are amazing. It's a short walk to the beach and all the action. The host is awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2023
Thank you Tonya! I hope to have you and tour family as guests in my house again . All the best to you all Simonetta

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

A great way to unwind after a long sail
After a long sail and a need to relax the apartment was a perfect place to absorb the tranquility of the island. Situated near the crest of the hill, the constant breeze was cooling and the view was spectacular. A great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2023
Thank you Michael! I am glad that my house was perfect for your relax. I hope to see you again next year after another race! All the best to you both Simonetta

10/10 Excellent

Juana M.

Amazing
Property was very well presented and organized. We were very happy and satisfied with everything. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2023
It was a real pleasure to meet and have Juana and family as my guests at Vista Mare. I hope that we will keep in touch and that they will be my guests again in the future! Sdb

10/10 Excellent

Harold

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you so much for the incredible experience at your condo, Simonetta! Everything was perfect, from the accommodation to the breathtaking views. It truly felt like a home away from home. We had a memorable stay thanks to your hospitality and attention to detail. You even took the time to follow up on our well-being, which we greatly appreciated. We hope to return soon and enjoy this little piece of paradise you offer once again. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023