Waterfront vacation rentals in Utila

nice vibe. friendly people

This is the perfect place for easy going travelers, it's well located very close to the main part of the town (around 15 minutes walk and 3 minutes tuk tuk). We walked a few times just to enjoy the view. This means is also quiet. You'll have the sea right in front of the house as a front yard, with one of the best diving / snorkeling spots in the island. Tony and Jo will pick you up from the ferry as an additional touch, I felt so important when I saw my name on the air. House is amazingly clean, even smells like you're in the US. The hosts prepared a pamphlet with all the useful information and a cellphone with all the important numbers, we used the tuk tuks they recommended at all times, they give you a better fare! Tony and Jo gave us the best recommendation for restaurants, I didn't even think there was such a delicious place like Mango Tango - PLEASE DO GO! Thank you for everything, guys, we felt like home at all times!

What a beautiful place to stay! The cove is gorgeous, accessible and can be viewed from the porch. Snorkeling on the reef right there. You can hear the waves perfectly when they’re rolling. Apartment is full of natural light, other than in the dark, cool, peaceful bedroom. House is finished to North American standards, with great hot water and pressure, granite countertops, good lighting, etc. We lived just as at home for a month. Neighborhood is very quiet, and perfect bicycle-distance from town. Best aspect was Erin, who was a great host and all-around special person. She was very helpful in many ways, and really provided a great first experience on Utila.

Everything you need for your stay in Utila town. Comfortable bed and good ac. The hustle and bustle of town at your convenience but a quiet oasis within.

Gene's place is perfect. It's outside of town by a 5-10 minute walk, but peaceful, with beautiful water views. The inside had wonderfully cold AC, was very comfortable, and stocked with everything we needed. Outside we watched pelicans, geckos and fish just a few steps off the porch while listening to the waves. Most importantly, Gene and his wife were very friendly and gracious. They made restaurant recommendations, we chatted about diving, and even borrowed their bicycles 1 afternoon when we realized we quickly needed to run an errand. We truly felt like we were visiting friends and can't recommend their apartment enough.

The casita is simple but has everything you need. It is very close to the ferry terminal and easy to get to, the central location made it great for reaching restaurants, bars and dive shops. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook well. The view of the bay from the porch was nice. There is some commotion from the ferry port but only at certain times of day. Utila is rustic so set your expectations accordingly. Andrea was very communicative and responded quickly to every need. Thank you for a lovely and peaceful stay!

Had an awesome time here. Quaint lodging in a beautiful location. Ocean is literally a few steps away and water is warm and crystal clear. Sunrises are absolutely gorgeous. Area was very quiet and clean. Great restaurants are minutes away. Would stay again, highly recommended.

Tony & Jo were so amazing, very helpful and kind. Their home is beautiful and comfy. Can't wait to go back!

We loved staying here! Waking up to the ocean sounds is just something else. The house is beautiful and comfortable. Everything matched the description. HUGE thanks to Tony & Jo who were exceptional hosts. Super friendly and helpful. We’ll definitely be back!

My daughter and I had a delightful stay, extremely peaceful and unplugged. If you’re looking for a natural, undisturbed Caribbean location right on the beach, this is for you. If you’re looking for big condos, huge all inclusives-this is not for you. You will have anything you want immediately, you’ll have basically your own concierge team taking care of you within minutes of asking. Trish is spot on along with Capt. Ron and Melvin who cooked us a fabulous meal and took us fishing. The beds are so comfortable and I fell asleep in minutes (and I usually don’t sleep well). Very well appointed bedrooms. From pick up to accompanying us to a last minute charter flight and not worry about all the logistics, their team was seamless! Definitely provision your food. We ran out of wine but had to go to town anyway, so you can get more there. Neptunes is a great place. Bring a combination of Sawyer Maxi Deet and Picaridin, bring light long pants and tops if you’ll make a fire at night. 10 stars!!

Great side of town - walking distance to a great beach, really nice yard/beach space with awesome little canals of ocean fish. Cute and quaint. Would recommend.

A wonderful setting for a memorable vacation, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Caribbean! A great spot to be as active or as relaxed as you like. Trish is a wonderful host and is very accommodating along with her amazing crew.

Lovely peaceful area!

This was a wonderful experience. We highly recommend this place, not just for the amenities but for the host. Snorkeling out front was beautiful, the pool was great, nice trade winds, whole house filtered water. Jo met us at the dock with a tuk tuk, her personal vehicle and had lined up two golf cart rentals that were at the dock as well. We were able to smoothly get all our luggage and people to the house without stress. She got us settled in, explained everything about the house, and had a guide to Utila with a ton of useful information. The house was equipped with solar panels which really decreased our power usage. Power is extremely expensive on Utila. It's about 4 times what it is in the states. Expect to pay extra unless you want to run the AC all the time or rent a house with solar panels like this one. I don't think we could have had a better host or better house while we were on the island! Thanks so much, Jo!

This place is a gem!!! When I walked in and saw the incredible water view from the large windows, it took my breath away!! This beach cottage couldn't be more cozy and cute. Tamara put much thought into every detail. The bed and pillows are a perfect example of firmness yet soft. The bath towels and bath rugs are plush. The A/C and fans will keep you cool. Tamara was helpful and responsive to my questions. There is a very detailed booklet in the room covering so much helpful information about Utila and the property. I've always wanted to stay in a place so near the water that I could fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the ocean. The Love Shack made that happen!!! A sky full of stars and a full moon were the icing on the cake!!!! I look forward to staying here on my next visit to Utila!!