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How the Rental Process Works

August 5th, 2011

Aruba – If you’ve never rented a home on Aruba, you may find the process to be confusing, but Aruba vacation rentals agency Aruba Villa Vacation Homes aims to demystify the experience and help each client at every step in the process. They work hard to ensure that each visitor receives just the right Aruba villa rental.

The process usually starts with a guest visiting our website or contacting our staff by phone or email.
“On the website, visitors can view our beach rentals, seeing what is available and identifying potential amenities,” explains Matthew Smillie, owner of the Aruba beach villa company. “However, if they contact us, we can really get a sense for what their needs are,”
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Receiving High Marks from Guests

May 15th, 2011

Aruba – The Aruba rentals company Aruba Villa Vacation Homes has always earned high marks from its guests. But this latest round of recommendations was particularly complimentary about the agency’s Aruba beach villas and customer service. Visitors extolled the agency’s villas in Aruba, but also the company’s service and helpfulness.

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Aruba’s Boating and Surfing Options

February 9th, 2011

Aruba – Aruba offers just about the perfect environment for almost any boating, fishing or surfing activity you might like to pursue, notes Matthew Smillie, owner of the Aruba vacation rentals agency, Aruba Villa Vacation Homes. There are so many things to do that most visitors have trouble deciding.

Sailing: Visitors can rent sailboats and take them out on their own – and get sailing lessons. Sailboat snorkeling cruises can take visitors to the local coral reefs and shipwrecks. Read the rest of this entry »

What to Look for in a Contract

January 26th, 2011

Aruba – Matthew Smillie, owner of the Aruba vacation rentals company Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, advises anyone who’s thinking about renting a vacation home for a week that they need to make sure their contract has all of the necessary provisions in place. Read the rest of this entry »

Christmas and New Year’s on Aruba

December 22nd, 2010

Aruba – Aruba is a great place for a party and it’s a particularly great place to visit for celebrating Christmas and New Year’s Day.

Matthew Smillie, proprietor of the Aruba vacation rentals agency Aruba Villa Vacation Homes, says the island has its unique customs, which make celebrating the holidays a fun experience for visitors.
Christmas celebrations start early, notes the proprietor of the Aruba beach villa agency. Dec. 5 marks the beginning of the official Christmas season with St. Nicholas Day festivities at the Paardenbaai Harbour where local custom says that St. Nicholas first arrived on the island. Later in the month, the island holds a Christmas festival with extended shopping hours at most stores, live entertainment, sales, incentives, special gifts, and raffles. The island’s Main Street is closed to motor vehicle traffic during the festival hours. Read the rest of this entry »

Customers Praise Our Accommodations and Island Cuisine

November 8th, 2010

Aruba – The Aruba rentals company Aruba Villa Vacation Homes has some loyal clients whose reviews show that they love the company’s properties and have a great time on the island. One couple from Pennsylvania wrote: “The property was accurately described. Very large, airy, nicely furnished with all the amenities. It was in a great location, very close to nice beaches (Malmok, Arashi) with snorkeling, and near the Hotel areas with many restaurants to choose from.”

Another family from New Hampshire confided: “This villa in Tierra del Sol far exceeded all of our expectations. It was well-equipped, comfortable, clean, peaceful, private, and close to the most beautiful beaches on the island.” A family from Chicago wrote about their Aruba villas: “The house was gorgeous and very spacious. The location was great…The backyard swimming pool was amazing. Each and every room was clean and decorated with an awesome Caribbean theme.” Read the rest of this entry »

Visitors Praise Our Aruba Villas for Their Beauty

October 20th, 2010

Aruba — Matthew and Anna Smillie, owners of the Aruba rentals company Aruba Villa Vacation Rentals, strive to meet every need for their vacationing customers and give them the best in personalized service. Recently they have received a spate of reviews that recognize the value of their outstanding customer service.

One guest loved the accommodations, but also wrote: “Most of all, the property managers Anna and Matthew were fantastic. They met us at the car rental facility and escorted us to the home. There were a few minor issues that they quickly resolved within minutes of emailing them (they live close by).” Read the rest of this entry »

Great Reviews for Customer Service

October 12th, 2010

Aruba — Matthew and Anna Smillie, owners of the Aruba rentals company Aruba Villa Vacation Rentals, strive to meet every need for their vacationing customers and give them the best in personalized service. Recently they have received a spate of reviews that recognize the value of their outstanding customer service.

One guest loved the accommodations, but also wrote: “Most of all, the property managers Anna and Matthew were fantastic. They met us at the car rental facility and escorted us to the home. There were a few minor issues that they quickly resolved within minutes of emailing them (they live close by).” Read the rest of this entry »

Aruba Villa Rental Agency Receives an Enthusiastic Review from Guests

September 16th, 2010

Aruba – Aruba Villa Vacation Rentals, an Aruba vacation rentals company, recently received a rave review for one property and for their helpful customer service. The villa is a two-bedroom property in the Las Campeonas area of Tierra del Sol, Aruba’s premiere golf resort. Nestled in beautiful gardens, the villa is fully equipped and offers a pool.

A New Hampshire couple who recently visited the property wrote: “What a great week! …This villa in Tierra del Sol far exceeded all of our expectations. It was well-equipped, comfortable, clean, peaceful, private, and close to the most beautiful beaches on the island. Our compliments to the owners of the villa! It is beautiful and we wish it was ours!” Read the rest of this entry »

We Offer Aruba Vacation Rentals at Aruba’s Most Popular Beaches

August 23rd, 2010

Aruba – “Aruba has some of the loveliest beaches anywhere,” observes Matthew Smillie, proprietor of the Aruba beach rental company Aruba Villa Vacation Rentals. “However, each beach has a unique character. Whether you want for excitement, water sports, snorkeling, or relaxation, there’s a beach for you.”

Arashi Beach: A large beach with soothing surf and a sandy surface, Arashi is a terrific locale for a swim or a picturesque place for sunbathing. It also provides great snorkeling – visibility is up to 150 feet underwater on an average day. “It’s unusual in that it’s isolated compared to other Aruban beaches – approximately 15 minutes from the closest hotels,” notes Smillie, an Aruba accommodations specialist. Read the rest of this entry »