Luxurious 5BR oceanfront villa in Roatan with infinity pool, expansive decks, and stunning reef views. Indoor-outdoor living, kayaks, and private beach access create the ultimate tropical retreat.
Overview
Esta es la Vida ("This is the Life!") is a newly built, five-bedroom luxury villa located directly on the oceanfront. The design features cathedral ceilings and accordion glass doors that seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living spaces. A private white sand area in front of the villa is perfect for playing volleyball or cornhole. Guests have access to kayaks and paddleboards, allowing easy paddling out to the nearby reef where you might spot spotted eagle rays or pods of dolphins.
The Space
This spacious home offers over 4,100 square feet of living area on a three-quarter-acre lot, providing ample space and privacy. The white sand beachfront faces Palmetto Bay, with views of waves breaking against the Meso-American Reef, the largest barrier reef in the Western Hemisphere, located about 300 yards offshore.
A standout feature is the large infinity-edge pool, measuring 534 square feet, complete with a comfortable tanning shelf. This pool is ideal for cooling off while enjoying magnificent sunsets. The outdoor area includes plenty of seating options such as lounge chairs, a hammock, daybeds, sofas, and a large shaded dining table, perfect for relaxing, sunbathing, dining, playing games, or reading.
The spacious main deck also features an outdoor kitchen, making it easy to grill fresh catches or host waterfront gatherings with friends and family.
Living Area
The vaulted great room and dining area combine into a large, open space with 12-foot-wide accordion doors that open onto an expansive deck with stunning ocean views. The room includes:
- A large L-shaped sofa
- Dining table seating for 10
- LED lighting highlighting the trellised ceiling
- Ceiling fans and central air conditioning for comfort
- A large Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon access
- A Bluesound Hi-Fi soundbar for music or a theater-like experience
Outside, the dining table also seats 10 and is conveniently located next to the outdoor kitchen. A two-piece bathroom near the living area offers convenience for guests dining or swimming.
Chef's Kitchen and Outdoor Kitchen
The chef's kitchen is spacious and features unique granite countertops and wood cabinetry. Key amenities include:
- Gas cooktop on a large island with seating for four
- Beverage center and dishwasher
- Large stainless steel refrigerator with built-in ice maker and water dispenser
- Wall oven and microwave
- High-quality knives, cookware, glassware, dishes, and silverware
For those who prefer more leisure time, recommendations for a private cook to prepare meals in the home are available.
The outdoor kitchen, located just outside the accordion doors, includes:
- Large Weber grill with side burner
- Lockable beverage center
- Portable ice maker and blender for cocktails
Bedrooms
Main Floor Master Bedroom
- King bed positioned to face the ocean through 10-foot-wide accordion doors
- Ensuite bathroom with dual sinks, marble countertops, rainfall shower, and private toilet room
- Smart TV on an adjustable mount
- USB outlets for device charging
- Adjacent daybed on the deck for morning coffee with ocean views
Second Floor Master Bedroom
- Identical to the main floor master with king bed, 10-foot-wide accordion doors, Smart TV, and ensuite bathroom
- Vaulted ceiling with LED lighting highlighting the wood ceiling
- Access to a 438-square-foot shared balcony with glass railings and unobstructed ocean views
- Balcony furnished with loungers, sofas, chairs, and a daybed, ideal for relaxation or massages
Second Floor Queen Bedroom
- Waterfront queen bedroom with double doors opening to the shared balcony
- Large walk-in closet with ample shelving
- Balcony includes a daybed, two loveseats, two loungers, and additional seating
- Glass railing provides clear ocean views, perfect for quiet reading or private moments
Second Floor Twin Bedroom
- Two twin beds, suitable for younger guests
- Desk area for homework or activities
- Walk-in closet
- Vaulted wood ceiling similar to the second floor master
- Private balcony with glass railings and ocean views
- Balcony doors equipped with keyed locks for child safety
Main Floor Queen Bedroom / Playroom
- Queen-size Murphy bed that can be tucked away to create play space
- Designed as a playroom for children to enjoy board games or devices while adults relax elsewhere
Bathrooms
Second Floor Shared Bathroom
- Luxurious bathroom with jacuzzi tub under a chandelier
- Dual sinks and a private toilet room
- Large glass-enclosed shower
- Large windows offer jungle views while soaking in the tub
Additional Features
- The home is equipped with solar panels and battery storage to provide power during frequent island outages. Critical loads such as appliances, fans, and outlets remain powered, though not all household power needs are supported during outages.
- Solar power significantly reduces daily energy consumption, typically keeping usage below 40 kWh per day.
- A whole-house water filtration system ensures safe drinking water from all interior taps.
- Water conservation is encouraged due to the precious nature of water resources on Roatan.
Guest Access and Parking
- Free parking is available at the villa entrance.
- Nearby amenities include The Cove restaurant, a dive shop, a community pool, and a dock with a palapa, all just steps away.
- Numerous walking trails offer opportunities to observe local birds, flora, and fauna.
Location and Nearby Attractions
- The Roatan Brewing Company is located just outside the Palmetto Bay Resort gates, hosting events like cornhole tournaments, themed dinners, and local artisan markets.
- Nearby attractions include Manawakie Eco Park, home to sloths, and the Blue Harbor Tropical Arboretum.
- Coxen Hole and French Harbour are less than 10 minutes away via recently improved concrete roads, providing convenient access to grocery stores and errands without sacrificing natural surroundings.
- West End, known for nightlife, is under 15 minutes away.
- Local car rental services can arrange airport pick-up and accompany guests to the villa.
Additional Notes
- The villa is part of a gated community featuring 24-hour security.
- On-site amenities include the award-winning Sea Divers dive shop and The Cove restaurant, as well as a community pool and dock.
- Assistance is available for grocery delivery from Eldon's, the island's main supermarket, as well as for fresh meats, juices, and vegetables from trusted local suppliers.
Reviews
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Recent Reviews
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Shara
10 months ago
Absolutely the perfect house and location! Everything exceeded expectations!! Will be back!
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Dennis
11 months ago
All was great. Be carful of the sand fleas. They are everywhere on the island.
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Hannah
1 year ago
Janet and her home, Este es la Vida, made for an absolutely amazing trip with our family. We traveled with 3 young children, parents, and grandparents, and the home was perfect. Spacious, clean, stunning views, and in a safe and private community that felt like a paradise oasis. Janet was responsive and gave wonderful recs. She went above and beyond to make sure we were prepped and had a great stay. The house has all the amenities one could hope for, and Palmetto Bay is a nice community away from the main hustle and bustle. Salome, who works directly with Janet there at the resort, was an incredible resource of information. She also cooked delicious meals for us two of the nights. The dive shop with the resort there was great. A couple of us went on a nighttime snorkel dive and saw 8 octopi right out in our bay. Can’t recommend this place high enough. Would love to come back!
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Ernesto
1 year ago
Everything went flawless! We had an amazing time couldn't ask for more. The place was beautiful and I drove everywhere in the island great experience!
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Marco
1 year ago
A few words cannot describe the experience of this location. The house was amazing! The pictures do not do justice on how beautiful this home was. The wood ceilings and furniture were amazing! Kitchen was huge. The glass doors give plenty of sunlight and provide great views. Janet and her manager were very responsive and attentive to our every need. The home is located in a private community. Our family felt very safe, private security walks the grounds so even tho it feels secluded you feel extremely safe. The views from the balcony are hotel worthy! It felt as if I was at a 5 star resort. There were plenty of amenities available at the house which made our stay fun. Kayaks, snorkel and paddle boards were available. The pool was amazing as well! The beach area was great way to walk around to the local restaurant, the cove. Again, this home was amazing. I will be staying there again when I go back to Roatan. The island is amazing with plenty of activities to do. Ty Janet & Salome!
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Aftin Breeze
1 year ago
This home exceeded our expectations and was such a beautiful introduction to Roatan. Every detail of the house was thought out and it made for the best experience. From having a cooked dinner from a private chef, to the relation of the pool, and taking in those breathtaking views, Esta Es La Vida felt like a home away from home. We absolutely loved every minute of our time there. Thank you Janet and Salome for a warm welcome.
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James
1 year ago
Everything was awesome! Definitely be back to stay again at Janet’s place. Location was great! Our family enjoyed every minute of house & pool!
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Emily
1 year ago
What an amazing home! We stayed in Janet's gorgeous home with another family and our children. Her home is beautiful and exactly as described in the listing! The home has a private pool and a large beach, within walking distance to a community restaurant and dock. We went SCUBA diving with the dive shop on site. We also went hand-line fishing with Sam and caught a lot of tuna we cooked that night in the fully equipped kitchen. We had plenty of beach towels and other linens. It was nice to have a washer and dryer in the house, which we used several times. It was nice that the kitchen had a few items to get us started. We cooked many meals in the house after going to the local grocery store that Janet recommended. We rented a car and went all over the island. It was a fun vacation! Palmetto Bay is quieter and nice for families. We stayed in West Bay previously, which is definitely louder! We LOVED our vacation! Thank you, Janet!
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Jessica
1 year ago
We had 9 people stay and it was less than 100$/person per day which is a hell of a deal, considering you get the paddle board, kayaks, beautiful pool, and restaurant/bar and walkable to dive shop… private beach , looks just like the photos
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Christine
1 year ago
Beautiful home and location! Everything you could want or need was provided. We felt very welcomed by our host and the local dive shop, restaurant and brewery.
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