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A Chalet in Paradise

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A clear swimming pool with a wooden deck surrounding it, a thatched-roof structure, and lounge chairs.
A wooden-paneled room with a dining table and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows.
A wooden sign with the word "Welcome" in white letters, indicating a reception area.
An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the kitchen through large windows.
A desert garden with cacti, a large rock, and a building with a red-tiled roof.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Santa Cruz, aruba
  • Place, Arikok National Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Arikok National Park Visitors Center
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Eagle Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz is home to this holiday home. Mangel Halto Beach and Divi Golf and Beach Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Arikok National Park and Eagle Beach. Donkey Sanctuary and Palm Island are also worth visiting.
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Map
Santa Cruz, aruba

What's nearby

  • Arikok National Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Arikok National Park Visitors Center - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Aruba Town Hall - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Renaissance Mall Aruba - 13 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Eagle Beach - 17 min drive - 15.5 km

Getting around

  • Oranjestad (AUA-Queen Beatrix Intl.) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Picanha Churrascaria By Chalo - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Santa Cruz Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Studio Murano Art And Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chachi Snack - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Chalet in Paradise have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A Chalet in Paradise?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Chalet in Paradise on 10 December 2026 start from NZ$765, 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 A Chalet in Paradise pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Chalet in Paradise?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Chalet in Paradise?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Chalet in Paradise?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Chalet in Paradise located?

Situated in Santa Cruz, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Arikok National Park and Arikok National Park Visitors Center. Donkey Sanctuary and Balashi Gold Smelter Ruins are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 27 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic 11-day stay at this wonderful property! Having access to their private pool during the hot summer days made our trip extra special and relaxing. The host was exceptionally warm, welcoming, and always helpful whenever we had questions or needed recommendations. The entire experience was smooth and enjoyable from start to finish—we couldn't have asked for a better place to stay and would love to return!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cute place to stay, and while in the hosts property it was very private. The host was amazing and very knowledgeable about things to do in the area as well as excursions around the island. She was even able to set up most excursions wanted. The AC worked great and the pool was a nice touch after we had been out for a long day. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Sweet chalet was a perfect little gem for my husband and I. It was centrally located making a perfect base for our Aruba adventure. The accommodation had everything we needed with a highlight being the beautiful pool. Sophie and Stephen are wonderful hosts truly interested in making sure our stay was special. This rental was a great value, clean and super easy! Thanks to Sophie for making us feel so welcome!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sophie, Was a wonderful host, and our stay was very comfortable. She offered great recommendations on the island.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay! Great property and gracious host.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay-in Aruba

The pool was great. Sophie was very pleasant to work with. We had a very nice stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Yes room and everything was clean .The host Sophie was very helpful ,and if you sent her a message she would get right back to you.A+A+A+
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Jan 2025 Aruba stay

Property was clean host Sopie was lovely,multilingual and very helpful. Location was great for active off the beaten path vacation. Very close to National Park
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 January 2025
Thanks for your stay. Hope to see you again.......now that you have the yearly pass for the pask...........
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was clean and had everything we needed for our stay. It was the perfect size for me and my partner and would be a great place for any couple. The air conditioning worked well and the fan upstairs helped to keep the bedroom cool.Sophie is such a lovely host. She provided us with everything we needed to best enjoy the island and had tons of recommendations for excursions. She was very friendly and made every effort to make sure we enjoyed ourselves. She even surprised us with balloons and rum on my partner's birthday which was a great personal touch. The only thing we didn't like is that the pool isn't as private as we thought, since it is on the host's property in their backyard. Other than that, everything was as described.We loved our time in Aruba and would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! It was a true pleasure hosting you, and I’m thrilled that the birthday surprises helped make your partner's stay special. I'm glad you enjoyed the apartment's comfort and my recommendations for exploring Aruba. Regarding the pool, thank you for bringing this up: we are currently in touch with VRBO to fix their 'private' labeling in the search filters, as our description correctly states that the pool is located on our property and shared. Your feedback is very helpful in getting this corrected on their end. We would love to welcome you back for your next sunny getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1st time in Aruba

Sophie was great! She was very welcoming and helpful with places to eat and things to do. The property was just as described. Located in a nice neighborhood. The pool was a nice escape from the crowded beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
Thanks so much for coming at our place, you are more than welcome if you want to come back!!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Aruba

It was just what the doctor ordered! Sophie was beyond gracious. We would hang with her any day. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 March 2025
The doctor and the assistants will welcome you for sure anytime!!!!!! That was great to have you during this short week!!!!!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and Solitude in Aruba

What a fantastic spot. Away from the main tourist area, this little oasis is the perfect place to relax and unwind. The hosts provide all that you need to enjoy quiet days by the pool and relaxing times in the outdoor living and dining area. If you rent a car it is an ideal location to explore all the wonders of the island while still being able to escape it all.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2024
Thank you so much for being with us and being friend with Our White Cat Princess. She was looking for you this morning!!!! Hope to see you again. Take care. Sophie and family
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise in Aruba

Sophie and her family were the best host I have ever had. Not only is she so sweet and helpful but her house and pool were perfect for us. The pool is deep, clean, and private. The outdoor kitchen was the perfect place to make a great meal. We enjoyed our stay so much. Stop looking and book with Sophie for an authentic Aruba experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2023
Thanks girls for your stay with us xoxoxo
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Happy Aruba Visit

Sophie and her husband are a great Host and Hostess. They are very kind and welcoming. The rental is a cozy addition to their own house in a private high end neighborhood. They have a wonderful backyard and pool. It is very quiet. We had a wonderful stay! We wished that we could have stayed longer!
Stayed 22 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 March 2023
Ho YES we wish you would and could have stay longer. We shared wonderfull time with you. You left the appartment like new!!!!!! Cinderella was on action :) Wish we see you in few months
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
This sweet chalet was absolutely beautiful and so relaxing and Sophie was an incredible, helpful and very kind host! The chalet is two lovely floors with a living room, shower and bathroom and outdoor kitchen area on the bottom and a bedroom loft! We really loved the lofted bed and getting to hangout and cook and have coffee in the partially outdoor kitchen! The yard is open and spacious and the pool was wonderful! The whole space was clean and breezy and so calming and welcoming! Sophie was happy to answer all of our questions and help with anything we needed. She was very easy to get in touch with at all time and she was just so kind and lovely to chat with and to get to stay with! We are so grateful that we ended up choosing this place and staying with her! The chalet is located very close to Arikok National park, about a 20 minute walk so it was perfect to get to visit there right from home! My partner and I had a beautiful time here and loved the peace and beauty of this space! We would absolutely recommend it and thank you Sophie again for such a great week in Aruba!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

All as expected. Nice clean house with everything you need available but most important a very friendly and helpful host. Thanks!!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 December 2024
Thanks Paul and Sandra. come back when ever you want
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The stay was loveley and exactly what we were looking for. Great hosts and a quiet area in aruba which js a rare find. A couple notes for people looking to stay here. If you cant stand bugs (outside) this is not your place. The kitchen is outside and sofie does include repelent for bugs and it does work but they are fierce. The pool does have hours from 9-6, just keep that in mind if you like to swim at night. If you have trouble with stairs, the loft will be a challenge. There are very few street signs and google isnt great for getting you there. Once you find it, it isnt a issue but we did get turned around a few times. Bottom line- we would have zero issue booking and staying at this property in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 February 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the peace and quiet of our Aruban oasis. We really appreciate your honest tips for future guests—they help ensure everyone has the best experience possible regarding the outdoor lifestyle and the loft. We are also working on a clearer guide to help guests find us even easier! It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful vacation

Sophie was amazing at keeping in touch and even making sure we knew about necessary forms for customs entry and had good directions to get to the house. She gave us recommendations on restaurants and local beach spots. More importantly, she gave us ideas of places not worth visiting or better alternatives. We sat at the pool a few evenings and just chatted and felt so comfortable here. Very much enjoyed our 2 weeks in San Fuego.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect rental for Aruba

We loved Sophie’s rental! Great privacy and comfort. We used the pool every day. The king bed was very comfy and the air conditioning and fans kept us cool. We made good use of the kitchen - frying eggs or sausage for breakfast. Very nice shower room. It was nice having the private entrance to the property. The house is in a very nice and quiet neighborhood. I highly recommend this Sweet Chalet in Paradise!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrible Stay

Poor communication, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
Hi Briawna, I am sorry that you did not like our local place far from the high rise hotels. I hope you had found something that had suit you more for your vacations BY the way you arrived at 4pm and left at 2 am so only 10 hours......remember that you were yelling in MY patio, MY intimity at 1 am (when we were sleeping) and because you were not able to communicate without shouting we had to call the police to solve the situation
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We really enjoyed our stay here. The place was spotless clean, Sophie was incredibly nice, accommodating and really went out of her way to make certain that we enjoyed ourselves. She even provided us with a cooler and chairs for the beach. It's surprising how many hosts don't think of the little extras like that, but it's what makes the difference between a good and a great stay. She offered suggestions on things to do and see as well as where to catch a great experience for Carnival. The home was in a really safe location and in a newer neighborhood. The only negative thing about the whole stay was the outdoor kitchen. In 21 years of visiting Aruba, we've never encountered an issue with mosquitos. They were really bad in the outdoor kitchen here; it really needs to be screened in or a strong fan added. Mosquitos are weak flyers and are also attracted to human scent and CO2 emissions. A good fan overpowers their ability to fly and disperses human CO2 emissions and helps to eliminate mosquitos. Sophie provided sprays, incense and everything imaginable for us to combat them, but they were still pretty bad. We don't like to eat out much and prefer to cook most of our own meals, so this was a challenge for us. Aside from the mosquitos, it was the perfect place to stay and we would certainly return again.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a good place to stay, but not great.

Host was very pleasant. She showed us how to lock the door and unlock the door. As previously stated in a review it’s a tricky door lock, but once you understand how to use it, it’s easy. Was a little disappointed with the pool. It was listed as a “private” pool. It was on the main property which is overlooked by the hosts main house. Not a terrible issue, except the pool was cloudy and murky. Host stated it was due to the rain that overcame the island the previous week, but still didn’t feel comfortable using it. Also, for a weeks time, we had 1 roll of toilet tissue, which was odd, but we bought some at the local store. Overall it was good, but could have been better.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2025
Hi Antony, I am sorry that you did not feel comfortable with the pool and thanks for letting us know, we are considering to put something to match the view for the futures guests to feel more comfortbale. And yes we had issues with the heavy rains with the pool :( sorry that it was during your stay.) Always good to have fedback to improve our service. Hope to see you if you come back on the island
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sweet Chalet in Paradise Indeed!

Overall, this place was perfect for us! It's like the poolhouse off of the main house, it has a loft with a king bed and a pull out on the bottom floor. We ended up camping out on the pull out because it does get a little stuffy upstairs, but Sophie said she would rectify that. She also supplies a fan up there. There is only one television in there, on the bottom floor. She supplied towels and toilet paper, but after you run out you get your own (Sophie looked out for us though). She also booked our activities for us, giving us detailed directions on where to go and suggesting things for us. The kitchenette is outside, come prepared with more than bug spray (the mosquitoes tore my legs up, we use vicks vapor rub on our faces to keep the little gnats away) although Sophie does also supply that as well. The pool is usable from 9a to 7p (it is directly behind the main house). They let us alone during our usage. Our only quelms were out of Sophie's control, the bugs lol so annoying when trying to cook!! But the fridge outside kept our food extra cold, and Sophie has a cooler for you to get ice. The power goes out on the island sometime but we didn't feel it because Sophie has a generator! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
STAY AWAY! RUN! This has been one of the worst vacation weeks I have booked for the amount of money we have paid. This is a 1 star or a 2 star property at best, over priced on Expedia or VRBO. Here’s a summary. 1) Safety concerns due to front door not locking properly, although host has explained how to lock/unlock, we still found the process to be quite problematic, causing us to have the door open while we slept. 2) false advertising, pictures did not match the property once we arrived. Outdoor kitchen was shown to deceptively look like an indoors kitchen in the pictures, which comes with endless bugs, mosquitos and noise. Additionally, in the pictures there was a washer and dryer, that also was not shown in any of the pictures. 3) health concerns - scorpions in furniture and beach chairs, which I had to kill on the beach before sitting down. If I didn’t, I would have gotten poisoned. 4) lack of amenities - lack of toilet paper, and basic spices. I had to buy everything myself. 5) cleanliness - we cleaned everything we used in the outdoor kitchen, plates were dirty, coffee machine was soooo filthy, cups were dusty. This was so bad, you as a guest would expect at the very least to have clean things in the kitchen to make a meal of a simple cup of coffee in the morning. You can tell that this host simply doesn’t care about this property, it barely meets basic standards to be listed. Expedia lost my trust and future business. We’re done with this platform.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
We werden vriendelijk ontvangen door Sophie. Ze had ook veel tips voor restaurants en uitstapjes. De kamer was schoon en we hebben het erg naar ons zin gehad. Minpuntje is wel het bed, waar je moeilijk in en uit kunt stappen door het schuine plafond.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
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