Waterfront.Pool, dock,kitchen, bbq, 8 min to town, Golf cart rentals available

This is the nicest rental I have stayed in. The pool along with the Suite and property are beautiful and well maintained. The location on the canal makes it easy to get a water taxi into Barra or any of the island Restaurants. Walking into the main part of Barra takes 5 minutes. John and Anel who were house sitting in one of the other suites are awesome hosts and I consider them great friends. I am looking forward to staying here again in the future.

What a great experience, we went during the low season which had some advantage (full house for us ;)) The onsite managers were awesome and took great care of us and our needs. The property itself is very nicely maintained and offer all the convenience you can expect for a fun stay. Getting around the city is easy by boat taxi, free bikes or just a short 10-15 min walk. The property pool offer a good way to take a break from the beach and still cool off. The canal access from the property is a neat way to get your fishing trip pick you up directly from the house. We rented the penthouse which is the bigger of the option, it was perfect for us (2 adults + 3 kids and dog). The kitchen was well equipped and the outdoor grill was fun to use to cook our catches (Fresh Tuna anyone ?) We return without hesitation to this great property.

Relax and enjoy in the peaceful location in Barra de Navidad, Barb and Barry know all the best and must see things to do while in Barra, our room was great, pool right outside your door, fresh bakery items right from the dock. Walking distance to down town and all the local restaurants, great stay and dont forget to ask your hosts where to go and what to see. Thanks Barry and Barb

Barb and Barry are true super hosts, they provide you with everything you will need for your vacation retreat. suggestions of the best beaches, restaurants and local shopping. After you’re Vacation you will truly feel like you’ve been on a vacation. Don’t forget to ask about the French Baker

Villa Santa Barbara and the Penthouse Suite is everything we expected, and more. It has plenty of room, comfortable furniture, and a private balcony. It’s fun to see the fishing boats go by in the canal. We had a great view of the Grand Bay, which is especially pretty at night when it’s all lit up. We even got to enjoy GB fireworks one night! The kitchen is well stocked, but there are so many good places to eat (and drink), you only need to cook if you want to. The French Bakery boat stopped right at our dock in the morning. The main palapa is a great place to hang out any time of day. Barb and Barry are the best hosts, going out of their way to make us feel at home and helping with anything we needed. It’s easy to get around. The beach is just a 10-minute walk away. Buses and taxis are plentiful and easy to use. We’ll be back!

Everything was perfect. Fun being on canal, close to beaches, bike rides and many excellent restaurants to enjoy. Thank you Barb & Barry for being wonderful hosts. Will be back and would not hesitate to recommend to family and friends.

We stayed in the penthouse for 5 nights in February 2018 and had a great time. Barb had drinks and homemade lasagne waiting for us. She organized a large taxi to pick us up at the airport and we stopped for groceries on the way. Everyone was very helpful. We loved the pastry boat that came in the mornings. It was a nice walk, with lots of streets to explore when we went into the busier core of Barra. There were great spots to have sunset drinks, dinner and live evening entertainment. We loved the water taxi's to get us back and forth if we didn't want to walk and they all new exactly where Barb's villa was located. Would definitely go again and consider renting whole villa if more family coming. Pictures accurately reflect the property. The weather was very hot and we enjoyed the pool which was very clean and if we needed shade the palapa was great. Holly & Ray, Edmonton, Alberta

My husband and I have been staying at Villa Santa Barbara every year for the past 5 years. We started with a one week. This year we stayed for 6 weeks and have booked for the same time in 2019. The villa is beautiful and beautifully maintained. We have found the location on the canal to be more fun and interesting (and quieter) than anyplace on the beach. It’s fun to see the fisherman go by. We can see the Grand Bay Hotel, lighted up every night, and the sailboats and cruisers going in and out of the marina. Getting into town is a 10 minute walk or a 30 peso taxi ride. At night, our favorite way to travel is on a water taxi that picks us up at Villa Santa Barbara and drops us off next to the malecon in town, and back again. And each morning the French Bakery boat stops at the villa with all kinds of treats to buy. But probably the best part of VSB are the hosts, Barb and Barry, who happily help with anything you need. They interact with their guests as much or as little as the guests prefer. They are nice, fun people who try to anticipate what you need and are available to answer your questions and offer suggestions, if requested. A nice surprise is finding your first night’s meal, prepared by Barb, in your refrigerator upon arrival, as well as other basic supplies (a few cervezas, snacks, coffee, etc). After a day of travel, all you have to do is relax.

This property is amazing, so comfortable and the owners could not be more welcoming,. Everything you need for a wonderful, relaxing holiday. I hope we get to stay again.

This villa is in the perfect location. The 360 degree view from the roof top to the amazing view from pool deck of the hills with the grand bay hotel nestled within is perfect. Having the location right on the end of the Cannel makes for peace and quite all the time and easy to get into town by taking the ponga ( water taxi ) or having the French bakery boat delivery you baked goods every morning. The villa it's self has everything you need for your vacation, fully equipped kitchen, linen for the bathroom. The maid comes in twice a week to change the sheets and clean the floors and bathrooms. they also supply pool towels and beach towels. As for the Barb and Barry they are amazing ,what ever you need or when ever you need anything they are always there for you. They know where the hotspots are to eat and drink and to shop, and if they don't know something they will phone a friend to find it out. They always went above and beyond. I highly recommend Villa Santa Barbara and would only stay here if I returned. Thanks again Barb and Barry for the great home away from home. Joanne and Shawn