This was our first post-pandemic trip and it was great. The first thing I have to mention is the care and prompt responses we received from our host, Vanessa. She was great! We were a big group and the house held us well. The bunk room was great for the kids and the master and guest rooms each had their own bathroom (as did the bunk room). The living room is cozy with tv and provided puzzles and games. You can see the ocean out the double glass doors from the open plan living/dining/kitchen and that is a lovely view. The dock was one of our favorite parts - you can walk a few steps from the house to the dock and within a few minutes swim to the reef (be careful of boat traffic, which is marked with buoys). We spent a lot of time on the dock. We could walk to the grocery store and to a great coffee shop, 314 Cafe. The Sandy Bay location is convenient as we had no trouble hailing cabs to West End or West Bay and we could walk to the dive shop we were using for our dives - Blue Island Divers (also highly recommended). As Roatan was just coming out of pandemic restrictions we think we may have been one of the first groups to use the house in a while. We talked with Vanessa about a few concerns that we think are down to this (and in no way impacted our enjoyment of the house) and she took care of them right away. All in all, a wonderful holiday in a great oceanfront house.

What a wonderful vacation! The view from the porch of the beach was incredible. Snorkeling off the dock to one of the most beautiful barrier reefs, and through the spooky channel to the outside of the reef was magical. We feel incredibly lucky to have stayed in this house. Vanessa, the property manager was fantastic. Great communicator, fast responses to any question, made our trip go smoothly. With some restaurants closed due to Covid, we highly recommend the in home chef Vanessa introduced us. She came in and safely made several Honduran meals that were sooo good and provided leftovers between her visits. The house is Near enough to west end and activities like ZipLining, monkeys, sloths and beautiful botanical gardens. We were almost the only guests and with everyone taking good Covid precautions, we felt safe. This island has suffered without tourism This last year. We highly recommend traveling to Routan and staying at this house!

What a wonderful vacation! The view from the porch of the beach was incredible. Snorkeling off the dock to one of the most beautiful barrier reefs, and through the spooky channel to the outside of the reef was magical. We feel incredibly lucky to have stayed in this house. Vanessa, the property manager was fantastic. Great communicator, fast responses to any question, made our trip go smoothly. With some restaurants closed due to Covid, we highly recommend the in home chef Vanessa introduced us. She came in and safely made several Honduran meals that were sooo good and provided leftovers between her visits. The house is Near enough to west end and activities like ZipLining, monkeys, sloths and beautiful botanical gardens. We were almost the only guests and with everyone taking good Covid precautions, we felt safe. This island has suffered without tourism This last year. We highly recommend traveling to Routan and staying at this house!

Great fully remodeled home! Love Roatan, this home, and this location. The snorkeling off the dock is amazing, great places to eat nearby, love having days at the home with cooks, friendly people!

Great fully remodeled home! Love Roatan, this home, and this location. The snorkeling off the dock is amazing, great places to eat nearby, love having days at the home with cooks, friendly people!

I visited Roatan for the first time on this trip and brought my family which consisted of 10 people aged 3 to 72. There was plenty for all to do. The house is located a swimming distance away from one of the most beautiful reefs in the world and we took great advantage of it by swimming to it, kayaking, and Paddle boarding to it, all to do some snorkeling. There is a boat lane that you need to be careful to move through quickly so as to not get caught up in the boat traffic passing by but it is not wide and only takes a matter of minutes to move through it. The house had a few minor issues with it when we first arrived but Vanessa took care of them quickly. Vanessa also arranged getting kayaks, paddle boards, and a cook for us and she was always on top of things. We did a lot of scuba diving and and enjoyed the Black Pearl golf Course as well. We rented the little cottage in the back of the main house to allow for enough room for all 10 of us and that worked out nicely. I would recommend this property to anyone looking to have great access to the reef, and to have a good group of people working with you to make sure that the vacation turns out great. Thanks to Vanessa and Shevy for all they did to make our stay comfort and pleasant.

I visited Roatan for the first time on this trip and brought my family which consisted of 10 people aged 3 to 72. There was plenty for all to do. The house is located a swimming distance away from one of the most beautiful reefs in the world and we took great advantage of it by swimming to it, kayaking, and Paddle boarding to it, all to do some snorkeling. There is a boat lane that you need to be careful to move through quickly so as to not get caught up in the boat traffic passing by but it is not wide and only takes a matter of minutes to move through it. The house had a few minor issues with it when we first arrived but Vanessa took care of them quickly. Vanessa also arranged getting kayaks, paddle boards, and a cook for us and she was always on top of things. We did a lot of scuba diving and and enjoyed the Black Pearl golf Course as well. We rented the little cottage in the back of the main house to allow for enough room for all 10 of us and that worked out nicely. I would recommend this property to anyone looking to have great access to the reef, and to have a good group of people working with you to make sure that the vacation turns out great. Thanks to Vanessa and Shevy for all they did to make our stay comfort and pleasant.

Good location to went end and dive facilities. Walking distance to a few small beach bars with music.

Good location to went end and dive facilities. Walking distance to a few small beach bars with music.

There's no doubt that the location is prime, right off the reef, with easy access from the dock. The layout is really good, with 3 large bedrooms each having an attached private bathroom. Unfortunately, the home did not feel very clean nor well cared for. The lock on one of the bedrooms was broken, and had clearly been a problem in the past, as it looked like someone had used an implement to try to get it open. Vanessa responded promptly, and had the doorknob replaced, however, since it was apparently a problem in the past, why wasn't it dealt with prior to my son and daughter-in-law getting locked out of their room? The furnishings appear to have been treated harshly, as there were broken items, some of which had been 'repaired', and others not. There was a roll of brand new carpeting standing on end in the corner of the master bedroom. Odd. All in all, the overall feeling of shabbiness and lack of cleanliness and care did detract from the enjoyment of the place. We did not feel that the pictures were an accurate reflection of the house,in its current condition.

Vanns was great she gave us useful information about the island we did decide we needed a car to go to West Bay and west end. The house was right for our family we had plenty of space. We cooked several times and had everthing we needed. The kitchen is well stocked. The house is older but maintain and the yard is kept up. I would stay there again.

We stayed at Sunnyside for a week. There were 2 families in our group - 8 people - and we had plenty of room. We found the house to be well stocked with beach towels, toiletries, etc. Vanessa is a perfect concierge and responded to any question or request promptly and professionally. We would recommend this location to other travelers.

There's no doubt that the location is prime, right off the reef, with easy access from the dock. The layout is really good, with 3 large bedrooms each having an attached private bathroom. Unfortunately, the home did not feel very clean nor well cared for. The lock on one of the bedrooms was broken, and had clearly been a problem in the past, as it looked like someone had used an implement to try to get it open. Vanessa responded promptly, and had the doorknob replaced, however, since it was apparently a problem in the past, why wasn't it dealt with prior to my son and daughter-in-law getting locked out of their room? The furnishings appear to have been treated harshly, as there were broken items, some of which had been 'repaired', and others not. There was a roll of brand new carpeting standing on end in the corner of the master bedroom. Odd. All in all, the overall feeling of shabbiness and lack of cleanliness and care did detract from the enjoyment of the place. We did not feel that the pictures were an accurate reflection of the house,in its current condition.

We stayed at Sunnyside for a week. There were 2 families in our group - 8 people - and we had plenty of room. We found the house to be well stocked with beach towels, toiletries, etc. Vanessa is a perfect concierge and responded to any question or request promptly and professionally. We would recommend this location to other travelers.

We loved the location, private beach and access to snorkeling from the dock. Had issues getting bottled water. Also advertised as all paper products provided but ran out of tp and paper towels and had to purchase more of those items. I think advertising the property with it's own private concierge is a bit misleading. We saw her at check in and check out but we arranged all of our own tours and transportation. The property is in need of repairs. All in all had a great trip but if we go back may look for a different property

We loved the location, private beach and access to snorkeling from the dock. Had issues getting bottled water. Also advertised as all paper products provided but ran out of tp and paper towels and had to purchase more of those items. I think advertising the property with it's own private concierge is a bit misleading. We saw her at check in and check out but we arranged all of our own tours and transportation. The property is in need of repairs. All in all had a great trip but if we go back may look for a different property

Roatan is a beautiful island and the people were the same. The house did the job for us, we were 7 people (friends and family) and it was nice to have the beach cottage behind the main house to escape to, which was nicely remodeled. Shevy and Vanessa were more than gracious. The snorkeling was great in front of the house, saw a turtle on the 1st day. Good restaurants we went to were the sunken fish and the Oasis. Went to la Sirena restaurant on the East end on a Monday and they were closed. Cayo Cochinos is a must !

Great time snorkeling, swimming and watching sunrise/sunsets on the front porch. Dive boats (Blue Islands Divers) picked us up right at the dock for some of the best dive spots we have experienced. Shevy and Vanessa were very accommodating, gave us some great tips and information that were very helpful, including hiring a chef for a day, which we would highly recommend. Snorkeling the channel right in front of the dock was amazing!!! Can't say enough about the location.

This was a very comfortable place for 3 couples. Each couple had their own bedroom and private bath, along with patio doors to access the deck. The house is located a short walk to the main road, where taxis would run frequently so all we had to do was walk up to the road and hail a taxi for any of our destinations. We went to West End a couple different times and just walked down the street. We shopped, drank and ate at many of the different bars, restaurants and street vendors. We went to Coxen Hole one night and went to a real local place for drinks and music and they adapted to us well! We tried to visit with the local people as much as we could. Most everyone could speak English but if they couldn't, they never made us feel bad for not knowing Spanish. Very friendly island. We did hire a couple young men named Rudolph Green and Chris Amaro, (both can be found on facebook), to give us a tour of the East end of the island. They were very friendly and informative. We got to hold the monkeys, we were treated to a local dance while we were in the Garifuna community of Punta Gorda and we took a water taxi to a great little place called The Hole in the Wall. We would highly recommend them! The property was as it was explained and Vanessa did a great job. My luggage was delayed for a few days and she even took me clothes shopping. She also shared her favorite Sashimi recipe for fresh Tuna. We went deep Sea fishing with Enry and we caught Tuna and Barracuda. When we got back, we hired a local cook (Shindy) to come in and prepare the meal for us that evening. Another nice feature was that most of the neighbors stopped by just to make sure everything was going good for us and to see if there was anything they could do for us. We all felt that the next time we come, we would like to stay longer as there is so much to see and do! Thank you for sharing your place with us!

The house is situated right on the beach and the deck, shared with a couple of other properties, is perfect. From it the snorkel opportunities are excellent. The situation is quiet and peaceful. The layout of the rooms is good and each bedroom has its own bathroom. However the rooms are very dated and the central living area rather gloomy. The bathrooms need a serious upgrade. There's far too much in the way of utensils and the drawers are very cluttered. So much is old and needs sorting out. The saucepans are very battered however 2 replacements came the next day for the two not really pleasant to use. The cooker, fridge and outdoor grill were excellent and new. The property was not particularly clean. Great restaurants within easy reach particularly The Roatan Oasis.

Cathy was a wonderful host! She was very helpful and answered any questions prior to our vacation. The house was perfect with a great location; not too far from West End, West Bay and Coxen Hole where the best grocery store was. It was nice being away from the big tourist areas and having our own piece of heaven even if it was for only 1 week. The pier out in front made snorkeling a breeze. We swam out to the reef for some great snorkeling. We snorkeled at many different places and kept finding it to be the best heading out to the left from the pier. Sitting out in the evening and watching the sunset was a highlight as well as doing Yoga on the dock in the early morning. The house was well equipped for cooking and we grilled out on the porch several times. Sunnyside is a wonderful place to spend your vacation!

House was just as described and pictured. Cathy was very helpful and met us there, as well as arranged transport for us to and from the airport via Marty's van service. It was clean and well-maintained, and the kitchen was well-stocked with basics such as pots and pans and spices. There is a safe to keep your property in, and a washer and dryer. We went with another couple and rented it as a 2 BR. We were there in March and paid extra for the bedroom air conditioning, which I would recommend. It is hot there! I would have liked a couple of box fans for the living room/kitchen area. I would highly recommend this property to those looking for a place to call home base while they adventure. If you are a resort type person it's probably not up your alley, although really neither is Roatan in general. Wifi worked well. Grounds are gorgeous and lush! Location is great. The front porch was amazing!! The dock requires a key and is shared with the other Sunnyside properties, and we met many friendly ex-pats/frequent vacationers who gave us helpful tips about the snorkeling and local attractions. Location is out of this world! Jump off the dock, swim 2 or 3 minutes and you are in world-class snorkeling! You are straight in front of Spooky Channel. We spent several hours a day snorkeling, every single day. Avoid low tide though as the current is very strong. We saw amazing fish and coral as well as a ray, sea turtle, eel, lobster, oh my! We did not rent a car, taxis came by frequently and took us to West End for restaurants and bars. House is about halfway in between Anthony's Key Resort and Lawson's Rock. Marty's wife Blackie cooked us a wonderful meal one night. We also arranged horseback riding with Marvin through Anthony's Key, which was amazing for an experienced rider. There is a mom and pop restaurant a short walk down the beach, El Poso(?), attached to a school that we went to for some lovely views and breakfasts. This property is currently for sale, and I hope it remains a rental so we can go back!! One of the best vacations ever. Thanks Cathy.

We had a very nice stay at Bill and Cathys home. The view was out of this world, and the snorkeling was first class. We even had and octopus friend off the dock. There were always clean towels, and after the terrible beginning to our vacation due to the weather the bed was amazingly comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much, felt very safe, and would not hesitate to stay here again.

Sandy Bay was the perfect location for us - it was quiet and away from the busier areas but not far from anything. It was 10 short minutes from Coxen Hole (airport and grocery shopping) and West End, a funky beach town with great restaurants and tourist shops. We were a few minutes drive from everywhere we had planned to visit. Blue Island Divers was very close for diving and they were great. There were also several very good restaurants nearby. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed for a very nice stay. They provided all of the basics and the kitchen had everything you might need. Looking out the windows or sitting on the porch the view is idyllic - palm trees and turquoise water. Being right on the beach with the dock and easy access to the reef and Spooky Channel was fantastic for snorkeling, as were the sunsets. The owners Cathy and Bill were great and there for anything we needed. The nearby neighbors were also very helpful and friendly.

We enjoyed our stay at Sunnyside Beach House. Three bedrooms, each with a private bath, were perfect for three couples. The location was very convenient; away from the busy areas but easy to reach by taxi. No need to rent a car. Cathy and Bill were always available to answer questions and help with anything we needed. On Christmas Day, when all the stores were closed, Cathy went above and beyond by providing a key ingredient we needed for dinner. Cathy also arranged for Marty with Island Transport Services to pick us up from the airport and take us grocery shopping. Marty and his family helped make our stay even more fun with a sightseeing drive of the island, a fabulous dinner prepared at the house and a boat tour/snorkeling trip of the island. The house was perfectly located on a beautiful beach with a big dock from which to watch the sun set and swim. You can easily snorkel to the reef from the dock. We had a great time and would recommend Cathy and Bill’s home for anyone looking for a lovely setting to spend a peaceful and relaxing time in Roatan.

The house was excellent, the owners were super nice and the snorkeling right out front of the house was world class! I would recommend this rental to anyone without hesitation. Beautiful front porch, the dock was amazing and the bedrooms were comfortable and private. I would definitely stay here again. Out front in Spooky Channel we saw huge barracuda, spotted eagle rays and even a dolphin! Can't beat that! Book it, you won't regret it!!!

We loved every moment of our vacation at Sunnyside Beach House. The location of the house is perfect- beach front, tucked away from the road- very private and quiet. Only about a 10 minute drive to West End or the grocery stores. The owners are very friendly, helpful and nice- our internet went out a couple of times while there and Cathy was very quick to call and have it repaired. The house was very clean and tidy- housecleaning did come once during the week. We had two couples stay comfortably in the house. The AC units in the bedrooms keep them nice and cool for sleeping. The house has an alarm and a safe. We had coffee on the dock every morning and a glass of wine most evenings- it is a great place to sit and watch the sunset. Snorkeling right off the dock is fun too! Lots of life under the dock- even saw a baby spotted eagle ray one morning! Would definitely come back and stay at Sunnyside the next time we are in Roatan!

We had an amazing trip to the Sunnyside house. The House was perfect with a private secluded beach, private dock and world class snorkeling 100 meters of the dock. Perfect house for a family or up to 3 couples.. We were looking for a place to relax and be far enough away from the crowds but close enough to easily get to restaurants and shopping, and this was the perfect spot. Bill and Cathy are amazing hosts and made sure that we had everything that we needed. I would and have recommended this house to all my family and friends. Billy and Cathy thank you so much for an amazing stay. We hope to be back soon!!!

My family and I spent three weeks at Sunnyside over the Christmas holidays and enjoyed it very much. If you are looking for a place to relax and get away from it all, this is the place. Sandy Bay is about 15 minutes from the West End which is far enough away from the excitement but close enough to be able to go and enjoy the area. In addition, there are several good restaurants in Sandy Bay to experience. We rented a car but if you didn’t want to do that there are taxis that constantly go up and down the road so transportation shouldn’t be a problem. Sunnyside is very comfortable and Cathy and Bill have thought of everything to make your stay enjoyable. They are the perfect hosts and live close by and can answer any questions you might have about the island. The house has lots of DVD’s, books, puzzles and cards to enjoy but most of all there is the great porch to sit on and watch the world go by. If you want to do some cooking, the house has all the necessities including a grill. There are ceiling fans everywhere and air conditioning in the bedrooms. It was especially nice to have three bedrooms and three bathrooms. Sunnyside is a quiet peaceful place to enjoy, so if that’s what you are looking for, this is the place for you.