If you are looking for your own private resort quality place to stay, but want to experience the local culture of Aruba, away from the crowds and the mega hotels...this place is for you! We almost exclusively rent private properties on our vacations now, and have done so for a number of years. We have had the good fortune to have encountered some very good hosts, but Arnold is truly in a league of his own when it comes to his hospitality. From outfitting the house with little extras like beach chairs and a cooler, to the spotlessly clean condition of the property, to the immaculately tended gardens, to the time Arnold takes to learn about what you what to get out of your vacation, so he can make recommendations on where you might want to go on the island for food and entertainment (all spot on by the way), I could go on and on...but what really made an impression on us was how upon our telling him we were looking to experience the local Aruban culture, he invited us to join his family and friends to take in some of the Carnival activities, what a treat! Then on the last day, when we were planning to head back to the airport (after he had made an accommodation for us and our late afternoon flight), he took the time to lead us through the back roads to the airport, since the main road was closed because it was being used for a parade route.
We enjoyed the constant breezes that the house is exposed to and the four distinct outdoor areas (upper deck w/ sea views, two outdoor tables for dinning or drinks, and the couches found beneath the thatched roof gazebo in the garden) not to mention the adorable neighborhood wild donkeys. We truly had a wonderful stay. We hope to make it back and experience Arnold's amazing hospitality here again soon!