Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight
Crocodile House is named after the Roatan crocodiles. The beautiful waterfront Spanish style home sits directly on First Bight with views of the tranquil waters. The home is at the end of the road providing for very peaceful surroundings. There are orchids surrounding the property and mangroves near the water. The interior features soaring cathedral wooden ceilings and a huge great room with kitchen, living and dining room with an "open concept". The kitchen provides stainless steel top-of-the-line appliances including a dishwasher. Granite counter tops along with a crock pot, hand mixer, blender and French press are available for the chefs out there! Great for entertaining! There are two spacious bedrooms and two bathrooms. There is 1600 square feet of interior living space with more than 1600 square feet of outdoor living space. Relax in the huge lower level patio featuring a large seating area, bistro table for two and a plunge pool overlooking the Bight. You can be as comfortable outside enjoying the sunshine as inside relaxing with your family and friends. Whole house water filtration system allows you to drink clean water from the taps without the need for cumbersome bottled water. There is also a back up generator for when the electricity goes out. Of course we have a washing machine and dryer for guests as well.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Please be aware of the A/C usage as electricity is very expensive on the island. When you are not using the bedrooms, please turn the A/C units off.
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Property # 4217651
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Roatan
Located in Roatan, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Half Moon Bay Beach and Fantasy Island Beach reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Garifuna Cultural Center and Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum. Roatan Institute for Marine Sciences and Carambola Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Scuba diving, snorkelling and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Daniel Johnson's Monkey and Sloth Hang Out - 10 min drive - 5.9 km
Parrot Tree Beach - 12 min drive - 6.2 km
Arch's Iguana and Marine Park - 13 min drive - 6.2 km
Pristine Bay Golf Club - 15 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
Roatan (RTB-Juan Manuel Galvez Intl.) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Tiger’s Salt Spray Mangrove Bar - Floating Bar - 16 min drive
El Hideaway Beach Bar - 15 min drive
Hurricane Hole - 15 min drive
Kristi’s Overlook - 5 min drive
Roatan Island Brewing Co - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Does Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight?
As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight on 2 June 2026 start from NZ$288, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much is parking at Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight?
Check-in begins at 12:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Crocodile House- Private Waterfront Property in First Bight located?
Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Fantasy Island Beach and within 6 miles (10 km) of Parrot Tree Beach and Arch's Iguana and Marine Park. Megaplaza Mall Roatan and Pristine Bay Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The property was the same as the pictures. Very clean and well kept. We really appreciated the help we received from both Lyle and Dave. Thanks so much you guys you really went above and beyond. The only thing I would suggest for anyone staying anywhere tropical BUG SPRAY. Although I'm a bit more susceptible to the little critters my friends didn't seem to get bitten like I did. The place was great, neighbours were great I would highly recommend a stay there. Thanks again guys. Jim
Jim D.
Stayed 26 nights in Jan 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P.
24 February 2018
A Beautiful Home in an Awesome Location
Crocodile House is perfectly situated on the south side to enjoy all that Roatán has to offer. We were able to get to the touristy destinations at the West End on the paved road, as well as traverse the uncrowded beauty to the east. Our only difficulty in traveling around came about because our extended stay coincided with the end of the island's rainy season. The mostly unpaved roads are muddy, slippery and potholed when they're wet! Rent a four-wheel-drive vehicle from Joshua; you won't be sorry.
We found the best way to travel was by sea; the owners provided kayaks for our use during our stay. Croc House sits right on First Bight so it's convenient to launch. The Bight is beautiful for a few hours on the water, exploring the mangroves with their wealth of birds, insects and reptiles. We found that the biggest reptiles, the crocs, quickly swam away from us, and we never felt threatened by them. Heading out of the Bight to sea, you can spend an entire day going East to Fantasy Island, and Little French Key, both beautiful to kayak around. To the West, you can explore Second Bight and beyond.
Many times we simply tied up our kayaks to one of several buoys just outside the Bight, and jumped into the water to snorkel. I cannot stress enough how beautiful the reef is right there! The fish are numerous and colorful, but the coral itself steals the show. There are so many varieties, shapes and colors, all vibrant and alive. We never tired of swimming there, and it truly was calmer and clearer than anywhere else we snorkeled on the island.
We had everything we needed for our stay provided at Crocodile House. In over five weeks, we only dined out a handful of times. The kitchen is well-stocked, and even on those rainy afternoons, we could hang out on the covered decks and play with the board games and puzzles.
The property managers, Kevin and Claire, were very helpful in meeting us at the airport, leading us to the grocery store, and then on to the house where they showed us the intricacies of accessing the internet, the laundry room, trash removal and all the other basics. They were always available to answer questions, and their restaurant recommendations were spot on.
This was our first time visiting Roatán, and Crocodile House was the perfect place to call home while we were there. Enjoy your visit!
Kathleen P.
Stayed 35 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 6 March 2020
So glad you enjoyed your stay at Crocodile House in spite of the rainy season that was uncharacteristically long this year! We agree with all of your comments and this is the reason we love the island so much.
We hope that you will return and hopefully enjoy more sunshine than rain!
Thanks again!
Mary & Lyle
About the host
Hosted by Mary Graber
Lyle and Mary reside in Pittsburgh PA and began visiting the island of Roatan in 2011. Their friends have a home in the First Bight neighborhood and they were drawn to the island for its great scuba diving. After visiting the island several times, meeting the locals and getting accustomed to "island living", they decided to take the plunge and purchase their own piece of paradise.
Why they chose this property
We love our new Crocodile House! It gives us the combination of check off items that we desired: water access with a tremendous view, yet high enough above the water to enjoy the trade winds. It is also centrally located on the island, in the quiet residential area of First Bight.
What makes this property unique
Nature abounds in our little corner of First Bight. It is a bird lovers paradise. We have seen flocks of parrots squawking loudly overhead, herons flying low over the water and osprey joining them. We have woodpeckers, geckos, iguanas, butterflies and hummingbirds! There are several bats nesting in our front patio rafters and loads of crabs close to the mangroves. We are the last home on the road which affords us privacy and tranquility throughout the day.