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A real gem close to the rough coast!

Apartment with private pool, near Arikok National Park

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1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - A real gem close to the rough coast! (Santa Cruz)
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A real gem close to the rough coast! provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 4344 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Entire place

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

A real gem close to the rough coast!

The apartment has a beautiful oceanview and a big private outdoor space! It's located in a quiet area near Arikok National Park. It offers great hiking trails. You have quick access to a lot of tourist attractions such as Andicuri, Daimari, Natural Pool Conchi, Boca Keto, Blackstone Beach, Ayo Rock Formation.
Our apartment is just what you need, filled with sun, and a lot of privacy. Since Aruba is a small island, the beaches can be reached within 20 minutes by car.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the ocean

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 344 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
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not fenced pool. The parents are responsible.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Map
Santa Cruz

What's nearby

  • Arikok National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aruba Town Hall - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Renaissance Mall Aruba - 18 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Eagle Beach - 21 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Baby Beach - 30 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪BALASHI BEERGARDEN & BREWERY TOUR - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Urataka Center - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chachi Snack - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Santa Cruz Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Studio Murano Art And Restaurant - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A real gem close to the rough coast! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is A real gem close to the rough coast! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A real gem close to the rough coast!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A real gem close to the rough coast!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A real gem close to the rough coast!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A real gem close to the rough coast! located?

Situated by the ocean, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Arikok National Park and Arikok National Park Visitors Center. Donkey Sanctuary and Dos Playa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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A real gem close to the rough coast! Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Eco-friendliness

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JoLynn N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing! Host went above and beyond to make sure we had great directions and special touches. It was so quiet and relaxing. Close to the park and middle of the island to make going anywhere not too far.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andres

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The postal address on the rental is not easy to find. I would prefer to use geographical coordinates to get there.
Peaceful place
Leisure on Island time
Micky, the tailless hunter.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robecca O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and quiet

Nice place . Host and her family very nice. Pool was always clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Remote and tranquil

The location is a bit out of the way, but we wanted to be closer to the island wilderness. What a perfect setting for this. Ocean view and just a 20 minute hike to Andicuri Beach on the north coast. Janine was great and we had full use of the outdoor space during our stay..
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country Living

It's out of the norm of city life......it's secluded, private and quiet. Sunrises and sunsets, having the private pool is so cool!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bridget M., Chaseburg Wi

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Stay on the Rough Coast

We spent 4 nights here. Finding the home was a bit difficult cuz it is rural. We got lost contacted Janine and she jumped in her car and found us. How wonderful is that service The location is beyond beautiful they have this location so set up for large partys that it was way more than what two people would need - the outside living space is just gorgeous !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Truly a cozy little gem, don’t miss this place.

Let me first say this is not a resort, but if you are into hiking, exploring, roughing it a little, then this is your place. You will find the need to rent a car as the home is closer to the rugged coast and in the middle of the island in Santa Cruz. Recommend four wheel drive. Host are very accommodating and extremely communicative. This is our second time in Aruba, the first time at a resort and the second time at this little gem. We enjoyed our second trip so much more and saw much more of the island this time. You have a view of the rough cost, ocean and sunrise every morning. PROS - free WIFI, private pool, large bar area, great location, with car you can get to any spot on the island in 30 minutes. Outside shower separate from the main living area. Stove, fridge, microwave, utensils and cookware. Plenty of outside chairs. Cooler to take to the beach along with towels and beach towels. Also you can save on bottled water, we bought a few and refilled from the tap, the water on Aruba is one of the cleanest in the world. Also , TV with cable. The outside area is amazing. Our 8 day stay was cheaper than one night in the better all-inclusive resorts. CONS - No washer and dryer. But not a problem for us, we just rinsed our clothes in the sink and hung them on the line. Next time we will pack lighter.In closing this was perfect for my wife and I. Really nice for two people or a small family. If we go a third time we will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
tranquillité assurée, très bel endroit avec une magnifique vue sur l’océan. Nous avons adoré passer du temps sur la terrasse/piscine creusée après les journées d’exploration de l’île. Le petit coin bar est parfait pour s’asseoir et manger un bon repas. L’hôtesse était très accueillante et c’était facile de pouvoir communiquer avec elle. Je recommande sans hésitation :)
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2022