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Spectacular ocean front villa directely on Playa Lechi ! 8 min walk to town.

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Smart TV, books, stereo, computer monitors
Outdoor pool
Interior
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Map
Kralendijk, Bonaire
  • Bonaire Museum
    15 min walk
  • No Name Beach
    5 min drive
  • Washington-Slagbaai National Park
    5 min drive
  • Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.)
    5 min drive

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About the area

Kralendijk

With a stay at this villa in Kralendijk (Playa), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Bonaire Museum and No Name Beach. .This beach villa is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Washington-Slagbaai National Park and 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from Te Amo Beach.

What's nearby

  • Bonaire Museum - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • No Name Beach - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Te Amo Beach - 7 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Bachelor's Beach - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Sorobon Beach - 18 min drive - 12.8 km

Getting around

  • Bonaire (BON-Flamingo Intl.) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪cuba compagnie - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Between 2 Buns - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Karel's Beach Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Mezze - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Little Havana - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Spectacular ocean front villa directely on Playa Lechi ! 8 min walk to town.

THE BEST OCEAN-FRONT VALUE ON BONAIRE! at 8 minutes walk to town !

Villa Trepanier is one of only two, 3 bedroom houses available for rental in this unique and safe area of the island located an 8-minute walk along the ocean front to all the main town has to offer: shopping, grocery, liquor stores, fruit market, restaurants, bars, etc. Upon your arrival you can enjoy the content of the complimentary gift basket.
If this villa is not available we have more units to offer in the same area so please inquire.

“Villa Trepanier” is a modern & large (2200 square feet), 3 bedroom 2.5 bathrooms with AC in all the rooms & living area. This quiet, modern, glass-walled, the villa is bright, very spacious, airy and located just 20 steps from the crystal blue ocean waters edge. This villa is perfect for ocean lovers & particularly divers, as we are less than 70 steps form Dive friends Bonaire; yellow submarine, the island flag ship dive center. There is a large pool located in the back of the Villa.

Mariska our Property Managers, will get in touch with you prior to arrival for a perfect check-in.
She can meet you at the airport unless you prefer to get the key in the locked box by the door at the villa. Mariska, once you arrive at the villa will explain how to use the air conditioning, appliances, safe and will give you a 10% discount voucher form dive friends bonaire next door, and give you her contact info so you can reach her during your stay via whats app, for restaurant reservation or any other issue that may arise.

Inside, the villa is bright with sunlight permeating the main living room and front porch, lots of air flowing, clean and modern, cool stone floors, leather couches, TV, and wood table accenting the granite kitchen. The Villa has 3 bedrooms set up with queen sized beds. Since an additional single bed ca be installed in the master bedroom, you can sleep 7 in 4 beds. A baby crib and high chair are available. The washing machine is inside the spacious living area.

There are 2.5 bathrooms. The master bedroom has its own private complete bathroom. The second largest complete bathroom is shared, communicating with the middle room and the third larger room. Both bathrooms have walk-in showers. There is a 3rd separate toilet.

There is also an outdoor shower on the patio for rinsing after a swim or dive. The hammock & rinse sinks are very appreciated form our divers community.

Dive Friends, a PADI 5 Star IDC Dive Center that caters to divers of every skill level and age, is less than 50 meters away. As a resident of our villa, you will enjoy a 10% discount on diving services. Of course, you may also step out of the villa and go straight into the ocean for breathtaking shore diving right out of your front door! The house reef is called something special.

You will enjoy a nice welcome basket upon arrival, there is coffee & creamer for the first few days as well as toilet paper. There is basic body soap, shampooing, dish soap and a few pods for the laundry as well.


The sea life is amazingly diverse right in front of the house and fish can be fed by hand in just 4 feet of water! If you swim 35 meters out from the shore of the house, the bottom drops off quite fast and turns into a wall dive pretty quickly!

Magnificent soft hued sunsets are the evening norm. The quality of the light is magical in Bonaire & can be enjoyed from the patio with a glass of wine.

If you like eating fresh local fish, just walk a 100 meters down to the fishing docks and befriend a local fisherman.

The front patio view is fantastic just few boats on moorings and pastel colored sunsets, all framed by coconut trees with the backdrop of Bonaire’s white beached, uninhabited Klein Island.

For a few dollars a local will ferry you across the 1000 meter wide Bay to Klein Island where you can lazily beach comb & explore its desolate and untouched white sandy beaches.

For the kids, there is a pool behind the Villa, and the beach in front of the house has no surf, (it’s the leeward side of the island) and no strong current to fight as well.

For exploring the island, a rental car or truck, quad, scooter or bikes can be rented to enjoy the warm sunshine and predominant trade winds. We usually rent trucs from Avis they have great price for ours guests please mentioned that you are guest at villa trepanier or bonaire property rentals BV Scooters are safe as no one drives very fast and there is virtually no traffic, and no traffic lights on the island.

Please reach out, as It's always a pleasure for me to talk about the villa & Bonaire.

Discount of 10% at Dive Friends bonaire.


The vrbo satellite location is a tad inaccurate as the villa is right on the ocean (see Google Earth). And 50 meters south of dive friends bonaire yellow submarine.

For windsurfers, wingfoilers and windfoilers, Lac Bay is a 20-minute ride from the Villa. One of the best locations in the world to get your ride windsurfing. Bonaire’s Lac Bay produces many of the top pro windsurfers on the planet. Lac Bay’s azure clear water, flat and shallow, along with its friendly white sandy bottom and famously consistent sea breezes, make it the ideal place to perfect your jibes and freestyle moves. That’s why it's called Jibe City.

You may also enjoy kitesurfing and renting SUP’s (stand up paddle boards) for exploring Lac Bay. Every time we go on the water, we see amazing new representatives of the diverse collection of wildlife in the ocean.

The majority of the island is undeveloped with the north end protected as a national park. The island is home to wild donkeys, goats, iguanas & flamingos which have been surviving on the islands since it was first “discovered” (while inhabited by local Indians) by the Spanish over 500 years ago. When you drive around, make sure to bring leftovers and feed the wild donkeys and goats roaming about.

Bonaire is one of the safest islands in the Caribbean. It is peaceful and the antithesis of a tourist trap, unlike many other islands.

Enjoy your vacation !
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this villa include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Edithe Trepanier

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Fence around the pool

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 1 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Safe
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness centre
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Golf on site
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Power boating nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable drinking straws
  • Composting
  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Frais de 50$

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Property Registration Number 123456

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Spectacular Ocean Front Directely Playa Lechi 8 min Walk Town
Spectacular Ocean Front Directely Playa Lechi 8 min Walk Town

Spectacular ocean front villa directely on Playa Lechi ! 8 min walk to town. Reviews

Reviews

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific home away from home in Bonaire!
We absolutely loved our two-week stay in Villa Trepanier! If you have a family of four, it's a terrific size. My wife and I had our own bedroom, and each of our kids did, as well, which made life nice for the extended trip ;) The location is excellent! It's right on the main waterfront street where you can easily walk down to the restaurants and shops. We did this most nights after 6 or so when the breeze kicks in and makes it a very pleasant stroll :) You can literally just walk across the little street, and dive or snorkel and see tons of fish which we did, as well. Pierre, the property manager, was very responsive, and did a terrific job throughout our stay! Edithe, the owner, also is excellent with communication, and making sure your stay goes smoothly! I highly recommend this property!!!
Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Bonaire
The villa was everything we had hoped it would be.. beautiful view of the ocean with just steps there, furnishing were ideal, fully equipped kitchen, clean and rinse stations with outdoor locker, walkable distance into town and Pierre was very helpful and available to us.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole P.

Liked: Cleanliness
THE BEST IN BONAIRE 👍👍👍
All 5* this property is just the best there is on Bonaire for a group of 4 to 6 person We had an excellent stay great communication with the owner and superbe service by the manager Pierre, no issue while we were here, he gave us great tips on dive sites and restaurants. We return soon to villa trepanier !
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Yael S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice Apartment in Bonaire
The VRBO is in a great location, right across from the water, near a dive shop, and in walking distance to the restaurants and downtown. The outside area to clean dive equipment and the locked storage area to hang dry the equipment was awesome. The sitting area and dining table were an excellent place for us to hang out and play games. The kitchen is well appointed with plenty of dishes and other necessities. Pierre (the property manager) was extremely helpful, met us to check in after we landed, and provided really useful information about completing forms in advance of arrival. The only negatives are - the second bedroom lighting was minimal and it was difficult to see in the evening/night in that room. We were surprised that there is a charge for power (over a certain amount), but we did not exceed it during our stay as we ensured that the a/c was off when we left the apartment each day. Overall, the apartment was very nice and we would stay again if we go back to Bonaire.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edithe T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome vacation in perfect location!
Everything was A1, from the time I booked till we check out, ( free late check out ) Pierre the manager and the correspondence with the owner was very smooth and friendly . We will be back at villa trepanier
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephan l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular
Nestled on the serene shores of Bonaire near its picturesque town (walking distance), this property stands out as a true oasis of tranquility and beauty. The first thing that strikes you is the breathtaking ocean view of the crystal-clear turquoise waters. The accomodations themselves are nothing short of spectacular, where every detail has been carefully curated to ensure maximum comfort. Plush furnishings, modern amenities, and thoughtful touches abound, creating a welcoming retreat that feels like a home away from home. The level of service provided by the staff is remarkable, whether it's arranging for a private snorkeling excursion, or simply offering recommendations for things to see and do. This property is nothing short of extraordinary. Truly a slice of paradise.
Stayed 12 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well above expectations & unmatcher location, just perfect !
Excellent stay, excellent location we had a perfect trip, the villa was above expectation and on the ocean. the communication with the owner prior to arrival and with the manager Pierre upon arrival,was an easy and friendly process. A great experience from day one.This villa is very zen, large and well design. We where 4 in our party so the extra room was used for storage, new tv’s where added. Airco in all bedrooms and living space. We are coming back to this villa next year!
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole O.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect villa, above expectation !
So much good to say: the communication with the owner was efficient, cordial & quick. The villa is very well located and close to everything. We got a 10% discount at dive friends yellow sub next door, very convenient for part of our group of divers. The others in our family were very pleased with the snorkling just in front. There was a king size bed in the master bedroom and a new smart TV in the main large living room plus 2 other TV in the 2 large bedrooms, a new patio set too, something that got added before we arrived. The welcome basket and all the spices, oil, coffee etc.. and well stocked kitchen, is very apprreciated when you arrive from a long trip. This house is definitly very confortable, convenient, large and the manager Pierre, is always ready to help if need be. We will return to this beautiful villa, as this is the best one we found on Bonaire.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Constance R., Colorado Springs

Liked: Cleanliness
A nice place to stay
Lots of living space. Easy walk to down town. Nice to be very close to Yellow Submarine if you are a diver. Ad says there is a 10% discount coupon for YS but we never got one. The pictures show the out door furniture with different covers on the chairs so you might think there is more furniture out front than there is. And one chair is missing that is in the pictures. There were some issues with items like AC but were quickly attended to. The snorkeling our front just across the street is very nice.
Stayed 15 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margarete J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa and perfect location!
Everything about this vacation was perfect, Pierre the manager of Villa Trépanier and Edithe the owner where very helpful and super friendly a lovely stay, we will definitely return to this beautiful villa and great island!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
One diver and 5 snorkelers. Great location, right next to yellow submarine dive shop. The diver did shore dives every day on the reef in front of the property. A short 10 minute walk to town meant that we all walked to dinner most nights. Easy parking and easy access to other activities (boat rental just 3 min drive away for eg). Highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location on Bonaire
Walking distance to town, several shore dives, a great dive shop, and with an amazing view of Klein Bonaire, the Villa offers comfortable accommodations with a great kitchen and patio, comfy sofa, and room to spread out for an extended stay on beautiful Bonaire. The house managers - Tina & Jason - are beyond hospitable with tips and insights that help first time visitors quickly get the hang of the island’s quirks. Truly loved this stay!!
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

stephan l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Villa
Great experience staying at the villa. The place is spacious with large rooms and a large living room. Beautiful view from inside and outside the villa, ocean front, in a quiet neighborhood. Walking distance from the center of the city, shops, restaurants and bars. For those enjoying scuba diving, the Dive Friends Yellow Submarine is just next door.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Z., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location & Diver friendly
As divers we look for ocean front property with direct access to great shore diving site's, this fit our needs nicely. The living area is open and spacious with plenty of light and room enough for 4-6 guests to have their own space. There are two large tables in the living area which allowed for separate photo work table setup and dining, perfect! Two of the bedrooms are nicely appointed. While the 3rd bedroom is a little small it would work nicely for children. The kitchen has a good selection of dishes, utensils, pots and pans to cook for 4-6 people. The property is situated right along the water front for enjoying beautiful sunsets. While the one way road runs between property and ocean traffic is limited in this area and noise was not a problem during the day or night. It’s also centrally located with an easy walk to nice restaurants or grocery shopping not far away. Try the food truck just south for local breakfast or enjoy fresh fish from the local, just caught, fish monger Raymond (what a treat!!!) Minor drawbacks were outside setup for dive gear storage and drying were not optimal but with a little creativity (moving drying racks out front where it’s breezy and sunny) we made everything work. I would recommend this property and stay here again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

katie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
We had a great vacation to Bonaire and Villa Trepanier was the perfect place to stay! Location was excellent for diving, walking to town, swimming out front. We loved the porch and spent most of the time people watching and enjoying the weather. Edithe, the property owner and Mariska the manager were both nice and helpful. I would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glenn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Bonaire
Great location and helpful managers
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week
Enjoyed staying at the property. Very walkable to town.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerri L., Columbus, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious villa with stunning view
Property was exactly as advertised. Booking, communication with property manager and check out was easy and quick. The property is well equipped and the wifi was excellent (no issues while taking a 3 hour work call).
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
This villa is a wonderful place for a family vacation to Bonaire. Beautiful views with parking just out front for daily adventures. Diving and snorkeling just out the front door and the dive shop is just a few doors away. We will definitely stay in this villa again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve Sandy S., US

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Kralendijk location
Great location to enjoy the town, dive, relax, enjoy sunsets. Large clean and close to everything including dive shop. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason Y., Davenport Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Breakfast and a swim!
Great place to sit and relax or go for a morning swim. 10 min slow walk to downtown.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

David T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful villa with a great location for Scuba Diving!
The villa was beautiful with all the furnishings needed, especially nice for scuba as there were outside rinse sinks and a shower for after snorkeling and scuba! Located conveniently to Dive Friends Yellow Submarine so it was a 1 minute walk to our boat dives, tank rentals etc. !!Also nice snorkeling right in front of the villa! Close to town for dinner! Since we were arriving at separate times, there were some communication issues with pick-up and location of the villa, but vacations are for adventure so it was not a big deal. Will stay here again and again and again!!!! Thanks!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

stephan l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing experience !!!
Ideal location and comfortable villa. Ocean front, literally 20 steps from the ocean., walking distance from downtown, in a quiet neighborhood. Great communication with the owner and manager, fully equipped kitchen, spices, oils, coffee etc… The welcome basket was very appreciated And a new washing machine !!! Perfect stay all the way Steph
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super great location
Our family of 5 stayed here for our week long dive trip and had such a great time. The house is in a very convenient area- next door to Dive Friends Yellow Submarine, across the street from a beautiful reef for snorkeling and diving, 10 minute walk along the water to the downtown area for shops and restaurants. The house has a dive gear rinse tank outside which was great for the divers. The bedrooms were comfortable - the bedroom in the middle is on the smaller side but the master and side bedroom are nice and spacious. The kitchen had everything we needed and the manager was responsive to my many questions. The pool behind the house is shared with the apartment building behind and the laundry is in the apartment building as well. The living room is nice and open and my only complaint is that the curtains are sheer in the living area so it’s not very private at nighttime (no running around naked that’s for sure). It’s a bit like being in a fishbowl with a really great view. We got used to it but it was a little uncomfortable at first. Other than that, I highly recommend and my whole family had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
We loved the location of this property. Property manager was attentive, it was quiet and had a roomy living room. Enjoyed being able to walk across the street to swim and snorkel. We were limited to sitting outside in the afternoon because the afternoon sun is too hot on the patio. There needs to be a better sun shade to cover more of the patio so you can enjoy that 2:30 - sunset time frame. The patio furniture needs to be updated, it is frayed and cushions are not comfortable. The place needs some TLC such as a couple of new mats at the entryway, a working coffee pot, better bath mats and towels. There is a washing machine available but I would expect tokens to be easily available at check-in but that was not the case and I ended up buying two from another renter who had extra. The pool was never used, it isn't very nice. These aren't issues to keep one from renting the property but things that would make the rental so much better.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2022