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Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

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Oceanfront promenade at Sand Dollar Resort
Welcome to A-3
Living are and kitchen bar.
Inside Living Area
Complete kitchen remodel with appliances

Overview of Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Ocean view
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Kralendijak, Caribbean
  • Popular LocationNo Name Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBonaire Museum4 min drive
  • AirportBonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.)12 min drive
  • Popular LocationBachelor's Beach14 min drive

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

Welcome to our home away from home – Sand Dollar Unit A-03 - our beautiful ground floor (no steps to climb) oceanfront studio condo located on the island of dive/snorkel freedom – Bonaire. Our condo is one of the largest studios on Bonaire at about 600 square feet. It is truly our home away from home and we have added lots of the little extras that make a vacation special. The condo comfortably accommodates two adults and is most often rented by couples looking to get away for a while and relax. Please see our guest comments below.

The condo features a refreshing tropical theme throughout with a large complete newly renovated kitchen including new appliances and everything you could need to prepare your own meals. With a large renovated bathroom including a glass-block walk-in shower and for a comfortable rest a queen size bed with ample pillows with ceiling fan overhead we know you will instantly feel right at home.

For entertainment a 60 inch LG smart TV with multiple cable channels, various books, wildlife guides and island guides are all for your use. Additionally the condo includes an ultra quiet state of the art 24,000 BTU split air-conditioner capable of cooling the entire condo in a matter of minutes. We have also provided an electronic security safe for all your valuables that can accommodate a normal size laptop computer. You will find ample storage and hangers for clothing and dive/snorkel gear including a dedicated hanging/drying area on the patio so no need to leave your gear in the common dive shop area.

LOCATION - LOCATION - LOCATION

Quite simply, our unit is one of the closest condo units in the Sand Dollar Resort complex to the water with a screened-in patio (no bugs) and year round sunset views. Not all units can say this so please ask to avoid disappointment. From our condo you will be looking directly at the beautiful Caribbean Sea and Klein Bonaire through floor to ceiling sliding glass doors which allow for access to the screened-in patio with ceiling fan and wonderful year round views. We have provided comfortable table and patio chairs to make a nice eating and resting area on the patio. We always eat our meals, enjoy a drink, or do a little reading on the screened in patio in quiet comfort and relaxation.. The patio door provides direct access to the oceanfront promenade unlike second floor units.

Again, we feel location is important and we love ours. Our condo is the closest ground floor studio unit in the Sand Dollar Resort complex to the beach, dive center and pier but it still remains quiet, private and secure. Dive dock operated by Dive Friends are ready to help with all your shore diving and boat diving needs.

Fantastic shore diving and snorkeling is located directly in front of the Sand Dollar Resort on Bari Reef – rated the top reef in the Caribbean for variety of fish species. As our guest at Sand Dollar you will have unlimited direct access to Bari Reef for incredible morning, afternoon, twilight and night diving/snorkeling – all just a convenient short walk away. Sand Dollar Resort is centrally located on Bonaire so shopping, the town center and all dive/snorkel sites north or south are within a few minutes walk or drive. You are also only a short drive away from some of the best kite and windsurfing in the world.

Our local property management, oversees maintenance and cleanings to make your trip hassle free. We have large fresh water pool, lounge chairs, lighted tennis courts, bar/restaurant on-site and with several other restaurants, gym/spa, ice cream parlor, bank, grocery store, and shopping a very short walk away the little conveniences and forgotten necessities are right there for you. We are proud to have guests return year after year to stay with us and will do everything we can to make your stay a special one to remember. Need help with a rental vehicle, just ask and we will be happy to provide information and agency referrals as part of a vacation package.

We are not absentee owners but visit Bonaire as often as we can and listen to what past guests have to say about their stay with us. We take pride in our unit and do our best to make friends and guests as comfortable as possible. More than two adults in your group, please inquire about co-renting a second studio or 1 bedroom unit just steps away from ours. Many guests have told us they enjoy the privacy of having their own condo unit while appreciating the convenience of being so close to friends and family. Our condo books up quickly so we are sorry if it is not available for your preferred dates. If this is the case then we can help arrange a rental with a neighboring condo to meet your vacation needs. We are happy to answer any questions you might have, just send us an email. Thanks for considering our condo for your Bonaire vacation plans.

Scott & Susan

PLEASE NOTE: The Bonaire marine park, STINAPA, has changed its Nature Park Pass system. Now, instead of purchasing the dive pass or snorkel pass from a dive shop, you must purchase it online.

There are no more plastic discs to attach to your mask or BCD. Instead, you get a paper permit that you must keep with you when you head to the water.

You should purchase the Nature Pass (snorkeling or diving) permit before you leave home, print a couple of copies and keep one copy at the condo. (It is my understanding that the dive shops are not printing the permits for our guests so you must bring your permit with you.) That way, if the copy you take with you gets damaged or destroyed, you will have a spare. Here is the link for purchasing a Nature Pass.

https://stinapa.bonairenaturefee.org/purchase
Keywords: Bonaire, Sand Dollar Unit A-3, Studio, Condominium, Bari Reef, Oceanfront, Waterfront

Property manager

Susan Ring

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Gym
Ocean view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only on patio please.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Kralendijk

Located in Kralendijk, this condo is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Washington-Slagbaai National Park and No Name Beach, while Bonaire Museum and Mangazina di Rei are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Kralendijak, Caribbean

What's nearby

  • No Name Beach - 2 min drive
  • Bonaire Museum - 4 min drive
  • Te Amo Beach - 12 min drive
  • Bachelor's Beach - 14 min drive
  • Sorobon Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

  • Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC - 3 min drive
  • cuba compagnie - 3 min drive
  • Between 2 Buns - 3 min walk
  • Little Havana - 3 min drive
  • Gio's Gelateria And Caffé - 3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
The property was as everyone described - incredible view, decorated and modern, and everything in the cupboards I needed for a 2-week stay. The screened in patio was an incredible place to hang out and read, eat and stare at the ocean. I highly recommend this property! Snorkeling out front was great supplemented by day tours out to other spots.
Stayed 15 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kellene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great infrastructure but needs some maintenance
I really struggled with how to rate the property. First, the owners' communication was great: prompt, straight-forward, complete, with no hidden feeds or unexpected anything. I loved the location. It is on the northwest side of the island, in the Hato area of Kralendijk. Some of the best, most easily accessible snorkeling sites are close (Andrea I and II, 1000 steps) and of course Bari Reef right outside your backdoor. In particular there is a stand of elkhorn coral close to shore at Bari Reef that is not huge, but had so many fish and so much diversity that you practically don't have to go anywhere else to see great things. There are good restaurants close by (Between 2 Buns, Doner Station) although the highest class restaurants are farther away. Nothing is that far away on Bonaire, so this wasn't a problem for me. The condo is nicely decorated and has great infrastructure - there is wonderful water pressure in the shower, the AC works great, the kitchen appliances and TV all worked fine. The towels and sheets are good quality and soft to use. However the condo needs some maintenance - there are a lot of chipped and cracked tiles, as well as a lot of chipped paint and even chipped paint in the ceiling in the kitchen. Seals are falling out of the back screen door. My biggest problem was the bed. You know how a bed will get a hollow place after you sleep in the same location for a few years? The bed has two hollow places where 2 people have slept in it. This is fine if you are coming as a couple. As a solo person used to sleeping in the middle of the bed, there was a ridge in the middle that meant I had to sleep just on one side. I'm not used to that, and kept feeling like I was going to fall out of bed. It wasn't comfortable. Also be aware that there is just a sheet and a duvet cover (no duvet in it). There appeared to be a blanket in a bag in the closet, but the bag was padlocked, so no way to be sure. Next door to the condo, there is heavy construction going on where they are putting up a new building. By 7:30-8 am, there were excavators and bull dozers. Plus there is the noise of the dive shop filling canisters. If you want to sleep in, you will need to sleep with the doors and windows shut and the AC on. If you are good to get up early and don't want an afternoon nap, then you will not have a problem. The condo complex is nicely landscaped and there are a lot of loungers and shaded tables and chairs. Great sunset viewing!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This is our 4th time staying in A3. Can not beat it’s location, especially if you are a scuba diver. Great and fast response from owners- Susan and Scott. A very well equipped condo. We will always stay in this condo when visiting Bonaire.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best of Bonaire
Always a wonderful stay! Convenient & clean. Susan & Scott have a gem of a place!
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second wonderful visit
Everything about our time in Bonaire was great. Sand Dollar and Susan's condo are perfect. Never feel like we have to leave. Everything is right there for great diving & snorkeling.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Susan Ring

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Scott and Susan received their diver certifications in the cold waters of the inland Northwest and travels to explore new exotic warm water diving. We lived in Spokane, WA, which is in the Great Inland Northwest about 25 miles west of Coeur D’Alene, Idaho. We have now relocated to the Florida Keys in 2014 which allows us to be closer to our home away from home in Bonaire.

Why they chose this property

The first time we went to Bonaire, we fell in love with the island. Sand Dollar Condominiums is centrally located on Bonaire so shopping, the town center and all dive/snorkel sites north or south are within a few minutes walk or drive. You are also only a short drive away from some of the best kite and wind surfing in the world. It’s quiet, the people are friendly, for English or Dutch there are no language barriers and there are many good restaurants and shops.

What makes this property unique

We chose Sand Dollar because our condo is looking directly at the beautiful Caribbean Sea and Klein Bonaire.The patio door provides direct access to the oceanfront promenade. Our condo is the closest ground floor studio unit in the Sand Dollar Condominiums complex to the beach, dive centers and pier but it still remains quiet, private and secure. Fantastic shore diving and snorkeling is located directly in front of the Sand Dollar Resort on Bari Reef – rated the top reef in the Caribbean for variety of fish species. As our guest at Sand Dollar you will have unlimited direct access to Bari Reef for incredible morning, afternoon, twilight and night diving/snorkeling till your heart’s content – all just a convenient short walk away.

Languages:

English
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