We are looking for an small apartment or private home for a week in March for 2 persons. Preferably close to the ocean and good dive sites.
If anybody has a good suggestion or experience staying in a small, personal place please share it with us, it will be greatly appreciated.

I just returned from Bonaire and stayed at the Lighthouse Beach Resort. The cost for a 2 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath townhouse completely furnished for 4 people was $932 for a week. Compared to the hotels, I think this was pretty reasonable. The unit I stayed in was clean, modern and nicely furnished. The company that handles this rental property also has some singles. International Business Services (1-800-835-1709). They also have an office on the island. Hope this helps.

Hi,

We'll be visiting Bonaire for the first time in Feb and were wondering if the Lighthouse Beach Resort had a web page or email address?

Thanks in advance,

Mitch and Josee

My understanding is that only a few of the units at Lighthouse Beach is rental property. They are maintained by International Business Service.

that is not at all true....many are owned by individuals and a group of four units on the pool are owned by a couple from florida. I dont know the percentages, but I would wager less than 50% are owner occupied...e mail me if you are interested on the ones on the pool and I will put you in touch with the owners.

I will be coming to Capt. Don's Habitat in March 2000 for a week. What is the status of the reef and of the docks and other dive-related areas?

Just got back from a week at Capt Don's. Reef is in good shape. Not great for the snorklers (they said) No docks left after Lenny. All resorts have steps or ladders to enter water. Cpt Don's has wooden steps. Their boats are at the marina and they ferry you down there from the resort. Good nite diving right out front instead of the hassel of the 'town pier' which was awful! Really dirty.. Too many people, no great fish...lots of eels and that's all. Why pay a guide when you can dive right out front... Have fun

To the person who is looking for a private apartment, SunRentals Bonaire is a new company here that can help. 599-717-6130

Who operates SunRentals? It must me very new. Do they have an e mail or web site?

It is SunRentals Bonaire and is located just down the side street from Sunbelt. The web site is http://www.sunrentals.an/. SunRentals is owned by the same people as Lagoen Hill Bungalows. SunBelt Realty sold out their rental department to SunRentals. Chumy is now working for SunRentals as well.

Depending on the time in March we may be able to offer what you are looking for. Email us at info@barankabonaire.com with your requirements and we will revert with a suitable quote.

Sincerely,
Leo Mayer

Just got back from four weeks on Bonaire (will do trip report soon), but wanted to share our WONDERFUL experience with Bonaire Town Homes. New, just a couple of units, on the outskirts of town (we walked in in the evening). Beautifully clean, breezy (never used the air conditioner), and very quiet and private. The owner, Benny, is just great, and was a life-saver when I arrived with a back injury, got me to a physiotherapist, made calls, etc. He and his wife made us feel very welcome, and were always there to answer questions, make recommendations (and he even changed our tire for us when we had a flat!)

It seemed to be about the least expensive place on the island (also their guests get a 10% discount at Everts car rental, which Benny set up for us), and we were just delighted with everything. The one-bedroom we had had a nice kitchen, small dining area, living area (with TV) and a nice bedroom and lovely tiled bathroom. Great outside sitting area, with a hammock.
You can reach Benny at info@bonairetownhomes.com

I'll be happy to answer any questions.