Entire condo

Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

Photo gallery for Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums

Property grounds
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Gym
    Gym
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

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

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only on patio please.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • 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 center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Tennis on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 650 sq ft (60 sq m)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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 is also known as

Condo

About the neighborhood

Map
Kralendijak, Caribbean

What's nearby

  • No Name Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Washington-Slagbaai National Park - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Flamingo Sanctuary - 2 min drive - 1.2 km
  • Te Amo Beach - 10 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Bachelor's Beach - 12 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪cuba compagnie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Between 2 Buns - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Karel's Beach Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mezze - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Little Havana - ‬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.

What time is check-in at Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums located?

Nestled on the beach, this Kralendijk condo building is within 3 mi (5 km) of Washington-Slagbaai National Park, No Name Beach, and Bonaire Museum. Te Amo Beach and Donkey Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Spacious Oceanfront Studio Condo A3 at Sand Dollar Condominiums Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 95 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 95 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Place in Bonaire
Great spot ! We love Sand Dollar and have been going there for 20 years. This unit was perfect. Close proximity to the dive dock and the water. Definitely will be back.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, very comfortable studio.
Steps to the ocean with comfortable furniture, great for a single traveler or a couple. Well appointed kitchen with all the necessities. Large screen TV and fast, reliable internet. Dive shop next door, ample outdoor seating on the porch or patios. Secure parking area and building, good neighbors all interested in diving and water activities.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Blowing bubbles
Great location and space and hope to get back again soon
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We Love A-3!!
We've stayed at A3 several times and love it! It's not fancy, but it's clean, well laid-out, has a comfortable bed, has every kitchen item a reasonable person might need, and is steps from wonderful snorkeling! We'll be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Marlys P., Midwest

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Very nice studio. Comfortable bed and furniture. Kitchen well-stocked. Nice screened in porch. Great location close to pier for diving.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Well taken care of. Beautiful ocean view. Steps away from dive pier. This place was stocked with lots of little extras like a first aid kit, charcoal grill, coffee filters ect. Everyhing worked as it should. It was very clean. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Noel W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
The best thing about this property is the location. It is just about as close as you can get to Sand Dollar's private beach, pier and dive shop. It is a good size for a studio. The furniture could be more comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bonaire vacation
Great property just as described…perfect location for my diving for the week as well as town, restaurants etc…would highly recommend this property and hope to rent from this provider again :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
Not only is the condo excellent, it is located close to the dive shop and an excellent restaurant. Bari reef is very convenient and an outstanding place to dive. I would go out in the morning to dive other sites and always made a dive at Bari in the afternoon and never got tired of it. The condo is in great shape and the property manager was excellent… thank you so much!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marcie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Sand Dollar!
This was our 6th visit to Bonaire, our 4th time at Sand Dollar. A-3 was comfortable, clean, and convenient. We had everything we needed. We love being near Dive Friends and Breezes and Bites. We love being able to snorkel just steps from our condo. We love that people who own and stay at Sand Dollar seem to be quiet and considerate. We'll be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Kellene S.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

Nancy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect week
Perfect location beautiful setting! We enjoyed our week and would love to rent again. Communication was spot on. It was exactly what we were hoping for. A week in paradise.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, Quaint Condo Suite in Perfect Location
Very comfortable and quaint one-room condo. The screened-in porch looking out at the sea and Klein Bonaire is a wonderful and peaceful piece of serenity. There is a great restaurant about 200 feet away as well as a great dive resort. Access to downtown shops and dining is less than a 7 minute drive. Diving right off the dock next door and snorkeling off the beach out back of the unit is convenient and amazing.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Studio Apartment
I love this area of Bonaire. I have stayed at Den Laman five times and Sand Dollar twice. Dive Friends, right next door, is a great operation. You have the Sand Dollar dock right outside for boat dives or shore dives of the beautiful Bari Reef. There are several very nice restaurants within walking distance--Breeze and Bites, Eddy's and Panini's. The apartment was perfect for two people. Clean and comfortable. Super convenient to Dive Friends and the dock, being right next to the side gate between Sand Dollar and Dive Friends. I will definitely book again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura B.,

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Convenient
My husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. We found the condo comfortable and only a short drive from downtown. Everything was as shown in the pictures. We appreciated the peaceful setting. The snorkeling from the small beach behind our back door was very good and convenient. The restaurant next door was a thirty second walk away with very good food. All in all a pleasant, relaxing stay we would enjoy repeating.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Met all our needs!!
Communication with owner was very good and responsive. The ocean themed artwork was gorgeous!!! Location is on the water and can see the ocean from your kitchen and porch. It covers the basics and then some. Would absolutely stay there again and readily recommend!!! Thank you, David
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location
We had a great stay at A3. The location is incredible and the snorkeling in front of the unit was amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helena R.,

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, good location for snorkeling/diving, owner hood communicator
Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josephine S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
We had a wonderful stay at this studio apartment. It is exactly as pictured. The Dive Friends Sand Dollar dive shop is very close by and we were very spoiled by having easy access to the dive shop, the dock. The condo is centrally located with nearby dining options and a beautiful house reef to snorkel or dive. We found that we didn't even need a car for a good number of days here. The owners also use the apartment for part of the year and it shows. The apartment is well-stocked with amenities that you'd want in your home. The dining room table and chair are solid wood and the internet is reliable. So I was able to do some video conference calls while looking at the ocean view. All in all, we had a great experience, and recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely retreat
Quiet and peaceful. Lovely spot perfect for diving or just hanging out. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
My wife and I like to dive. Bonaire is a perfect place for shore diving, and Sand Dollar has a dock so we can get in and out more easily than many places. The dive shop is right there as well. Unit A3 is perfectly placed for easy access to the dock. Safe, clean; within walking distance to some restaurants we like. Scott and Susan are great hosts. Highly recommended.
Stayed 30 nights in Oct 2022