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Opiniones sobre VILLA BY THE SEA - Few steps from Beach -Family friendly -chef included in price


Opiniones

9,8

Excepcional

Evaluación: 10 - Excelente. 66 de 75 opiniones" "
Evaluación: 8 - Bueno. 8 de 75 opiniones" "
Evaluación: 6 - Aceptable. 1 de 75 opiniones" "
Evaluación: 4 - Mediocre. 0 de 75 opiniones" "
Evaluación: 2 - Terrible. 0 de 75 opiniones" "

10/10

Limpieza

9,0/10

Servicios

10/10

Estado de la propiedad e instalaciones

8,0/10

Cuidado del medio ambiente

Opiniones

10/10 Excelente

Carlton E.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Tranquility
The listing, including the pics, are accurate. My party of 5 adults enjoyed the quiet beautiful beach and clear water that was only a few steps away. Accommodations inside and outside were very comfortable. Cassie was a wonderful cook/housekeeper who did everything possible to make our stay enjoyable and memorable. A perfect place for those who want security, beauty, peacefulness, and comfort. Veronica was prompt with communication and made very helpful instructions to neighborhood resturant owners.
Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

pilar

Viajó con su familia
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones
The villa was in great condition, we like the fact that it was steps from the beach, and a fishermen area like 5 minutes walking where we got fresh fish and lobster.
Se hospedó 7 noches en marzo de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Jonathan L.

Le gustó: Limpieza
home sweet home
It's my third time at Yellow Canary so I can say we love this place and we will come again and again. Veronica the owner and Cassy the helper are really wonderfull people. I can say Cassy is a really good chef cuz I don't like seafood but her curry lobster was delicious ;) The villa is really cosy and nice and the garden is beautifull! The area is quiet and all people are really friendly. One of the best beach of Jamaica is one min walk from the villa. Bars and good restaurants 3 min walk. Veronica, thanks for sharing this villa with people and see you soon :)
Se hospedó 4 noches en enero de 2024
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 17 feb. 2024
Jonathan and his family were great guests. They treated the property and staff with respect and we hope they will return again in the very near future.

10/10 Excelente

Tracey L.

Le gustó: Limpieza
wonderful!
This place was paradise! So close to the beach! And Cassie our housekeeper/cook was wonderful, she was helpful with finding places to go and her cooking was delicous! I would go back in a heartbeat!
Se hospedó 7 noches en febrero de 2024

10/10 Excelente

abby f.

Le gustó: Limpieza
This is REAL Jamaica-as long as you know that going in, you will absolutely love it here!
The good: the property owner is very helpful & arranged on-time airport pickup + a stop at the market on the way to the villa. She even gave us phone nos. for the driver & housekeeper/chef so we could reach out directly. When the air wasn’t working in one bedroom, she tried to get it fixed ASAP. The drivers are timely, courteous & able to take us anywhere we wanted to go-any day or time. The beach is literally only 100 yards away-and it’s spectacular. The bad: you’re in the tropics-there WILL be biting insects galore. DEET is your friend. Bring LOTS of sunscreen & bug spray!!! The so-so: wear water shoes! Urchin colonies abound in the shallow rocks! There isn’t much to do at the Villa besides the beach, so you need a driver to do anything else (even dining out). Expect to spend $80-100 US just for driver service each day you use it plus any excursion costs. Groceries are pricey-ie: a case of water is about $9 & produce isn’t as large & fresh as we see in the States. Air conditioning is only in the bedrooms. Clothes must line dry-plan accordingly. We never saw the advertised hot tub, but didn’t miss it. The best: Ms. Cassie. She’s part housekeeper, part world-class chef, part concierge & 100% instant family friend. She made the stay amazing! Hands-down the best meals we ate were made by Ms. Cassie. We miss her already! If you want a “resort” vacay, it’s not for you. But def book this Villa if you want to experience real beauty of Jamaica!
Se hospedó 6 noches en noviembre de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Erin C.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Better than advertised!
The Yellow Canary Villa was an amazing getaway for our family! The proximity to the gorgeous beach was so incredibly close it was hardly believable. Clear water and soft sand made up one of the most beautiful beaches we’ve ever enjoyed, certainly the best we visited in Jamacia, and it was hardly ever occupied . The villa was well appointed, and Tamara was an amazing chef! Our picky eater found a new favorite dish with her Brown Chicken Stew – it was sooo delicious! She was incredibly helpful and was always ready to give advice or assist with anything at the villa.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Anna S.

Le gustó: Limpieza
A cool place to stay!
A wonderful villa, just steps from the beach. Tamara and Jasmine are excellent hosts and fantastic cooks. They gave us authentic Jamaican dishes every day. Eating locally is expensive, especially if you want fish, but do try Julet’s fried chicken. The beach is long and thin with fine white sands and warm blue sea but be careful on the rocks and reefs. To get the most from the area be prepared to chat and join in with local life and experience the laid-back Jamaican hospitality.
Se hospedó 7 noches en abril de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Mette H.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Great place to avoid the touristic crowds
We very much enjoyed the location being between Montevideo Bay and Ocho Rios. It was nice and quiet and Tamara was a great cook
Se hospedó 5 noches en abril de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Joe G.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Beautiful & quiet getaway with great food!
Staying at this villa was a great experience. It was airy, quiet and beautiful; a nice break from the touristy areas (this was our second time in Jamaica). Veronica was responsive and helpful with finding the villa. We rented a car and the GPS wasn't very clear with finding the right location, but once we arrived we knew we were in paradise! Most importantly, what made our stay at the Yellow Canary Villa amazing and what drove our high review is because of Tamara. We don't normally take the time to write a lengthy review, but Tamara's excellent customer service is hard to find and she deserves the utmost credit! She was extremely nice, respectful, trustworthy, thoughtful, and made the most wonderful food. There weren't a lot of places nearby to eat, but we were glad as we got to experience more of Tamara's wonderful cooking! Overall, we highly recommend staying at this villa and requesting to have Tamara. We will definitely be staying here again and telling our friends & family about the Yellow Canary Villa and Tamara!
Se hospedó 3 noches en marzo de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Cindy b., San Antonio Texas USA

Le gustó: Limpieza
Restful Retreat
Bedrooms had ensuite baths with everything you would need for your stay. Kitchen was fully stocked. Tamara had shopped for us and there was plenty of fresh fruit and juice. We had probably the best fried chicken I ever ate for dinner along with equally great slaw & veggies. Our purpose was to relax and de-stress and we achieved that goal with ease. Internet was very good when we needed it. Veronica stopped by with a mango and friendly welcome. All in all it was a perfect spot to walk the beach, relax and be with friends. Would stay again without hesitation, Highly recommend.
Se hospedó 2 noches en marzo de 2023

10/10 Excelente

balaji

Viajó con su familia y niños pequeños, Viajó con su familia
Le gustó: Limpieza, servicios, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones
It was great experience and fantastic place to stay and relax. Chef Tamara was the best part as she took care of meals. She is very patient and efficient. Tamara made our stay doubly enjoyable with her hospitality and local culinary skills.
Se hospedó 4 noches en enero de 2023

10/10 Excelente

Franz S.

Le gustó: Limpieza
good vibes
My experience was great. The chef, Tamara was great! she made great meals.
Se hospedó 3 noches en noviembre de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Sharona D.

Le gustó: Limpieza
A family treat …
Yellow Canary is a beautiful property, well maintained and my family (aged between 4-89yrs) enjoyed the locality as it is slap bang next to the beach. Tamara the housekeeper is exceptional, we were out a lot of the time but found her cooking was better than any restaurant we bought from. Veronica, the host was very welcoming (thank you for the welcome mangoes again which were appreciated). My granddaughter doesn’t understand why she had to leave, and the rest of the family already want to return.
Se hospedó 14 noches en octubre de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 15 nov. 2022
It was a pleasure meeting Sharona and her lovely family especially her 89 year old mother and her 4 year old granddaughter. It was glorious to have met and host 4 generations at the villa and I am most grateful to have done so.

10/10 Excelente

Cleshea L.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Home away from home
The process was seamless, the house is just steps to the beach, and Tamara the host was exceptional…I will be back. Thank you.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 7 jul. 2022
Thank you so much for you positive review Cleshea. We strive to do our best to make the villa comfortable for guests. We welcome you back at any time.

10/10 Excelente

Marlo, North Bay Village

Viajó con su pareja
Le gustó: Limpieza, estado de la propiedad e instalaciones
My stay was amazing! The community was warm and inviting. The sea was just what I needed. Veronica and Tamara was very nice and welcoming. I will definitely return.
Se hospedó 4 noches en marzo de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Shocko P.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Very nice!
My family and I had a very nice stay! The beach is beautiful and so close to the house. The entire community is lovely.
Se hospedó 4 noches en febrero de 2022
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 22 may. 2022
Lovely family group, they kept the house clean and tidy, they were out and about enjoying the area and beach.

10/10 Excelente

Winston B.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Great place love it
The home was good the short walk to the sea great and also private beach lovely he servant was very great my family appreciate the younger of the too she work well with the kids and they like that will we go back yes
Se hospedó 21 noches en enero de 2022

10/10 Excelente

Kristen B., Toronto, Canada

Le gustó: Limpieza
Christmas at Yellow Canary
Had a great stay at Yellow Canary Villa. Located just steps from the beach, it felt like a little oasis away from the hustle of more touristy areas. Tamara was a fantastic cook, very nice and respectful of our space. She also catered to dietary restrictions. We’re still raving about her food! The villa was very clean and the yard private. We spent most evenings sitting out there. The neighbours were all extremely lovely and everyone made you feel at home. Veronica was responsive through the process. 3 nights was not nearly long enough, but we hope to be back sometime again. Thanks!
Se hospedó 3 noches en diciembre de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 13 ene. 2022
Thank you so much Kirten and parties for your feedback. The cook is open to accept unusual and interesting dishes that guests are willing to share. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future

10/10 Excelente

stefan s.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Excellent bed and breakfast combination
Lovely hous just a view steps from the beautiful clean silversandy beach away tremendous awesome cook who keeps the hous the bathroom the beds allways clean it was a perfect vacation we all enjoyed it very very much thanks to Tamara 🙏
Se hospedó 10 noches en noviembre de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 15 nov. 2021
Communication was very good and easy, the staff were treated with respect and kindness, and Stefan and party enjoyed being out and about discovery the area. We would love to have him back.

10/10 Excelente

Nicolette B., Goodland, Florida

Le gustó: Limpieza
Absolutely Perfect vacation
Veronica kept good communication at all times. The house is amazing. Beautifully decorated, clean, so close to the beach, and fully equipped. The housekeeper/chefs (Tamara & Jasmine) were so helpful & made amazing local dishes. Our driver Pablo was fantastic. He was punctual, professional & very personable. I wanted to return as soon as I got home. Highly recommend this property if you want a fantastic/relaxing time.
Se hospedó 6 noches en julio de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 16 jul. 2021
Nicolette and Nancy had a difficult time getting to the villa due to a storm and bad weather but they persisted and got there a day later. Communication was vital and Nicolette was a very good communicator. They were very kind to the staff, kept the property clean, and considering their trauma they were out and about the next day exploring other parts. I am pleased to hear that they had a good time and I wish them good luck and trust they will return again in the near future.

10/10 Excelente

Seanagh O., Canada

Le gustó: Limpieza
Marvellous
My friends and I stayed a long-weekend here and we loved it. Place was clean, staff friendly and accommodating to our needs, and of course the location is incomparable. We really appreciated how comfortable the entire house was, and how everything we needed was provided. I will be returning again and again.
Se hospedó 3 noches en junio de 2021
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 28 jun. 2021
Communication with Seansgh was very good . The property was kept clean and tidy and we would love to see her and family again in the future.

10/10 Excelente

Ted G.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Yellow Canary Nice
The Yellow Canary Villa exemplifies everything I love about Jamaica - the people (including my lovely wife), culture and natural beauty of this amazing island. Ms. Veronica and staff made our last-minute trip a memorable retreat. The villa felt like home. My wife and I found joy in just spending quiet time together and taking picturesque walks on the beach. The meals prepared for us by Tamara & Jasmine during our stay were so delicious that I can still taste it. The Yellow Canary Villa has become the "go-to" accommodation when we return to Jamaica over the next year to visit family and spend time - this is our new home base. We are eagerly planning a return to experiencing "Jamaica Nice" - "Yellow Canary Nice".
Se hospedó 6 noches en diciembre de 2020

8/10 Bueno

Natalie T.

Le gustó: Limpieza
My true opinion
When we arrived at the airport Kirt the driver was there holding a sign with our family name to receive us. He was kind and welcoming. We were able to stop at the store to get groceries. We also stop at a gift shop, Kirt waited for us. Two days later we ended up renting a car because being driven around to all the places we wanted to vist would have become pretty pricey. We would have had to pay Kirt with every trip taken and it wasn't cheap. When we got to the villa. Both housekeepers Tamera and Jasmine were there to welcome us. A wonderful Jamaican style meal was waiting on us. After eating we settled into our three bedrooms. TO MY SURPRISE ONLY ONE BEDROOM HAD WORKING AIR-CONDITIONING. THE OTHER TWO ROOMS AIR-CONDITIONING WERE NOT WORKING. THE PART THAT UPSET ME THE MOST WAS AFTER READING ONE OF THESE REVEIWS ABOUT AIR-CONDITION ISSUES, I COMMUNICATED WITH THE OWNER ABOUT IT BEFORE BOOKING AND SHE SAID IT WAS FITTED. I messaged the owned Veronica, that same night and didn't receive a reply until 5 days later. That was pretty disappointing 😕. Before booking Veronica told me there were renovation being done to fit everything. It was clear that the repairs were not supervised, done, completed, who knows. All I know is that 4 out of the 6 of us spent our vacation in humanity with NO AIR-CONDITIONING. The only people that didn't get serevre mosquito bites were the 2 that slept in the air-conditioned bedroom. Might I add there is no central air, only in the bedrooms, but in this case the ONE room. Now about the housekeeping...Jasmine is sweet, made delicious curry goat, housekeeping is ok. Tamera is excellent and did everything to make our stay comfortable.
Se hospedó 7 noches en noviembre de 2020
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 7 dic. 2020
The guests arrived at the property at the end of a two months stormy weather and the Island being tropical mosquitoes would be plentiful. All the windows in the property are meshed and all the beds have mosquito mesh. The guests were advised to keep the entrance doors closed to keep out the mosquitoes but the entrance doors were left opened all the time. I do not believe the Aircon would solve the problem of bites. I do however apologise to the guest for the breakdown of the Aircon. This was due to an electrical serge in the area and I was unaware that it had affected electrical appliances in the building at that time. All the Aircons are now in working order.

10/10 Excelente

James H.

Le gustó: Limpieza
My Cottage/My Beach
From the moment we saw this property we knew we wanted to stay! It was, in fact, all that was advertised. Our communication with Veronica was excellent before our arrival and during our stay (we actually met her...twice). Miss Tamara and Miss Jasmine (our housekeepers/cooks) went out of their way to make our stay enjoyable and their cooking was well beyond what we expected. Kesric was our driver, he picked us up on time from the airport and catered to our travel needs while we were there (his cost is separate...but reasonable for Jamaica). Ah, and Mr. Tom, the groundskeeper...all I can say is what a gentleman and conversationalist! Now for the property; just as advertised, comfortable, cozy and the home met all of our needs. The beach...about a two minute walk if you are carrying cocktails (and we took a few to the sand). Almost exclusive, with sands and waves and sun, perfect for the vacationer who prefers the option quiet peace. Of course, there are many beaches in and around "Mobay" if you want a crowd. All in all, we had a great time and we are already planning to return!
Se hospedó 9 noches en marzo de 2020

8/10 Bueno

Bronwyn L.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Great villas
Yellow Canary was an amazing villas, very clean, very close to beach, with a great surrounding. If you like a quit vacation this is definitely the place. Everyone around welcoming and very helpful. Would recommend
Se hospedó 9 noches en febrero de 2020

6/10 Aceptable

Joshua K.

Le gustó: Limpieza
The good, the bad, and the ugly
The Good: The public beach is a three minute walk from the front door, and it is a classically beautiful white sand beach. We rarely saw anyone else there, so we had the lovely stretch of beach to ourselves. Be sure to bring water shoes, since there are plenty of rocks in the surf. The beds were comfortable, and the three separate bedrooms were good for us and the kids. Tamara is extremely helpful and accomodating of our needs. She is an excellent cook, and we have incorporated some of her recipes into our regular rotation. The Bad: The furniture was not comfortable for sitting and relaxing. There were missing screens for windows and a missing mosquito net for a bed, and this led to many mosquito bites. Be aware that this property is around a half hour from Montego Bay and at least an hour from the attractions around Ocho Rios. If you want to relax at the beach, and maybe go to some of the lovely old houses near Montego Bay, plus the bioluminescent bay, it is a convenient place to stay. There were several things we would have done but were just too far away. All things told, it’s a reasonable value for the cost, as long as you’re aware of the caveats above. However, for us… The Ugly: Despite the daily cooking and housekeeping promised in the listing, we were informed that there would be no service on Sunday. One of the nice things about this vacation was going to be not having to deal with any of that stuff. When we complained to the manager, after MUCH annoying back and forth she promised to refund some of the money, although now she’s dragging her feet, and we have enlisted the help of VRBO. The second cook/housekeeper who came when Tamara was off, used our personal kitchen equipment without our permission (we had instructed only to use them with us there and Tamara told her 2x to make sure to let us show her what to do and to ask before doing any cooking for us) and damaged a beautiful knife opening a can, even though we brought a can opener. The owner complained greatly about “I can’t afford to pay for this,” and when we were able to arrange for a reasonably priced repair ($45) she then refused to pay (maybe I can pay half). Again, we hope VRBO will provide support for us. As mentioned above, the property is a reasonable value, but I’ve found that when there are reviews like this one it’s usually worth looking elsewhere to avoid the hassles that might interfere with your tropical vacation.
Se hospedó 7 noches en enero de 2020
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
The guests spent the majority of their holiday without any complaints but a knife that they brought to the property got damaged by the cook in the process of cooking. The cook was told to use the kitchen utensils they brought and not the villa’s ones. The guests brought their own cutlery, plates, utensils etc. because they do not want to use the ones provided by the villa. I have no problem in that but my staff are accustomed to using the villas cutlery etc. I will not take responsibility for any breakages /damage done to items that are brought to the villa by guests to be used in the kitchen or elsewhere in the villa. Frankly I think this behaviour is going beyond the norm. I offered a refund via PayPal for the Sunday the cook could not work but the guest refused. They wanted to get VRBO involved in the issue and the refund but the time span had passed for VRBO to be involved. Frankly I really cannot see why this issue could not be resolved between the guests and me.

10/10 Excelente

Sandra L.

Le gustó: Limpieza
I will recommend this place to all my friends
Fabulous
Se hospedó 4 noches en enero de 2020

10/10 Excelente

Charles G.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Charles_Stay
The overall stay was Excellent!! My Family enjoyed the time spent there. Thank you
Se hospedó 5 noches en noviembre de 2019

10/10 Excelente

Mark R.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Almost Robinson Crusoe
This is a lovely property. Lots of sunny and shady places in the pretty garden. Very comfortable beds and bedrooms with very efficient air conditioning. A fabulous quiet white sand beach is only 50 yards away with the beautiful warm Caribbean water
Se hospedó 13 noches en octubre de 2019

10/10 Excelente

Yolandra H.

Le gustó: Limpieza
A Home Away from Home
The Yellow Canary Villa far exceeded our expectations. Just steps from the beach, this vacation home had everything we needed to make our experience in Jamaica an exceptional one. Our favorite part of our stay was meeting Joan, who prepared amazing meals, helped us navigate the area, inclusive of getting fresh fish and lobster straight from the fishermen! She was so incredibly attentive and considerate. By the end of the stay, she felt like family! The villa was well-maintained and there were so many quaint areas in which to relax, so much so that I fell asleep a couple of times in the hammock. Whether traveling by yourself or with family, this is definitely a fantastic choice when coming to Jamaica. We will definitely be back!!!
Se hospedó 5 noches en julio de 2019

8/10 Bueno

Carol B.

Le gustó: Limpieza
Perfect Family Vacation
Yellow Canary Beach villa is a lovely property in a perfect location. The house is well maintained with functional and practical furnishings and equipment. It has a lovely garden and the proximity to a private beach makes it an ideal place for a tranquil vacation. Joan makes fantastic meals and is great with local information. The villa and location made all the difference in our vacation. We enjoyed our stay very much and regretted having to leave. We would go back in a heartbeat!
Se hospedó 7 noches en junio de 2019

10/10 Excelente

LaQuenta R.

Fantastic
The property is fantastic. Joan is perfect. Veronica is perfect. We flew in to Kingston, rented a car and drove the two hours from Kingston to Duncans. We reached the villa at about midnight and Joan was still there waiting for us with a meal prepared. I was so happy to see her after that long drive I jumped out and hugged her. Joan was at the property every day preparing breakfast and dinner. She even accompanied us to the local supermarket to buy groceries. She was patient and giving towards my 2 year old hyperactive son and 1 year old crabby crying baby. Veronica happened to be in town when we were there and she actually stopped by to make sure we were enjoying ourselves. We will be back.
Se hospedó 4 noches en abril de 2019
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
It was lovely to have a baby and a 2 year old in the property and quite fascinating to converse with a polite 2 year old who was not not at all afraid to speak. We thank you LaQuenta and family for choosing Yellow Canary for your holiday and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.

10/10 Excelente

Karin S.

A little piece of heaven !
It was our first time in Jamaica, and we had an amazing time. The place is absolutely wonderful with nice decoration and we feel like home from the first minute. Joan was amazing – very kind, an excellent cook and extremely thoughtful. Each breakfast and Dinner was fantastic. The whole area is beautiful and the beach is exactly like the pictures – golden sand and clear blue water. We met a lot of local People who were all friendly and we always felt safe! Many Thanks to Veronica & Joan. This place will see us again :–)
Se hospedó 9 noches en marzo de 2019
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
It was lovely to meet Karen and family and am pleased that they enjoyed their stay. We look forward to seeing them again in the future.

10/10 Excelente

Lori F.

Family Spring Break Vacation
We had an amazing stay at the Yellow Canary. We traveled with four teenage girls (16, 16, 14 and 14) and two adults. Before booking, we had considered staying at an all-inclusive in Ocho Rios or Montego Bay but choose a private villa instead that was more affordable. The villa was comfortable, felt safe and easily slept 6 people. Johnny provided transportation to/from the airport for $85 each way. He was incredibly friendly and helpful and took us to a local supermarket on our way to villa. Joan had a delicious, prepared meal waiting for us upon arrival that consisted of jerk chicken, cole slaw, and rice with beans. What a treat not to have to cook! She was wonderful about reminding me to "Go, relax and have fun. I'll take care of everything including the dishes". She also prepared several evening meals for us; our very favorite was her curry chicken! Amazing! You need to request it. I can't say enough about how wonderful she was and her delicious food. We spent a few lazy days at the villa and enjoyed the beach, but most days were on the go having fun. Johnny helped us plan our activities and negotiated the best rates for us. He drove us everywhere and stayed with us (safe). We did the following: 1. Blue Hole - this was our very favorite day. Cost was only $15 per person, plus $10 each for water shoes and a $20 tip for our guide. Transportation (provided by Johnny) to Ocho Rios was $120. The entire experience was only $56 per person - worth every penny. On the way home we stopped at the local market and shopped for souvenirs and then stopped at a fruit stand. 2. Parasailing - our kids wanted to do this and check it off their bucket list. We went with a very professional outfitter in Montego Bay. It was a little spendy at $135 (for 2 people) but the crew and equipment were top notch. Transportation was $120. 3. Glistening Waters - $20 per person, plus $60 transportation. This was a really cool night time experience; there are only 4 places in the world where you can experience luminous water so make this part of your trip. 4. Private Charter Sailing - $600 for a 1/2 day, which included transportation to/from Montego Bay. You can have up to 15 on boat. It includes snorkeling. The entire cost of our trip, including activities, was less than an all-inclusive stay. We got WAY more and created memories that will last a lifetime! One suggestion: provide fold-able beach chairs, towels and a large umbrella for guests to use at the beach.
Se hospedó 6 noches en marzo de 2019

8/10 Bueno

Robert K., Prague, Czech Republic

Great location, pretty interior and front yard
We very much enjoyed our stay at the villa. Its main asset is the awesome location -- 50 meters to the beach, situated in a quiet, pretty side street. The furnishings are nice and in good condition, and the rooms are clean and wonderfully airy, so we didn't use A/C at all. One nitpick: the kitchen was rather dirty, and we spent some time cleaning it up (wiping surfaces, washing dirty pots and pans, ...). I understand that the villa comes with a cook (and we enjoyed her cooking on occasion), but we also wanted to be able to use the kitchen ourselves -- when we arrived, the kitchen was all but inviting.
Se hospedó 6 noches en febrero de 2019
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
I and my 2 staff cleaned and prepared the property thoroughly into the afternoon before our guests arrive. I am appalled by his comment that the kitchen was dirty. My 10 years of hoisting I have never had that type of comment by any of my guests. In fact I have had the opposite comment. My housekeeper has had an awful time with these guests. Although their English was very good they appear not to want to speak to her. They only spoke to her if they had to. I have had good communication on the internet with the main guest but in their presence I found, also the cook who communicated happily with guests from around the world, found them to be “not pleasant”. As the same with these guests some of them want to cook their meals and we do not object to that but often the pots and pans and the stove are burnt so badly that we have to replace quickly what we can or try to deal with cleaning them as best as possible for use again. I can assure you that these guests never had that problem scouring pots as he claims as the pots and pans present are in good condition.

10/10 Excelente

Rebekah S.

This property was everything we hoped for and more. Clean, neat and lovely.
I have one word for our stay....fabulous!!!! The house was clean and spotless and only a short walk from the very private, beautiful beach. Joan the cook and Johnny the driver are accommodating and fantastic. The locals are very nice and we were able to hire a boat to do some snorkeling for a very affordable price. This turned out to be the best vacation my family and I have ever taken. Thank you so much for such a wonderful vacation and will be sure to tell all my friends about this property. We look forward to coming back and staying with you next year.
Se hospedó 5 noches en enero de 2019
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
We are so pleased that the family have had a wonderful time both at the villa and nearby adventures. Thank you for being so kind to the staff and they extend their best wishes to the family. We look forward to seeing you again in the future.

8/10 Bueno

Sarajoy R.

Nice place to stay
The Yellow Canary was a nice place to stay. Steps away from the beach which was amazing. The villa is cared for, clean. Veronica the owner was very responsive and informative. Based on the reviews we were under the impression that there was an AC unit in more than one bedroom. It turned out that the AC unit was only in the master bedroom and not in the other which was a bit uncomfortable since it was hot. My 6 yr old ended up sleeping in the same room with us. The cook/housekeeper Tamara was respectable however we were quite disappointed in her services. More often than not she was nowhere to be seen and we had to seek her out sometimes without any response. As the hostess/housekeeper/chef it is her domain and as such she needs to be more hands-on. She needs to be more of a hostess, accommodating to her guests and a lot more friendly.. Many a time we tidied the kitchen, put away dishes and washed and other times we ended up just leaving it there. My partner was at the villa all day one day and never saw her once that day. If there are specific house rules where the hostess/chef is concerned they should be laid out so we are all clear. This was the only dark spot on our stay. Customer Service truly would go a long way here.
Se hospedó 4 noches en septiembre de 2018
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
I am sorry to learn that Tamara was not responsive and friendly. Our main housekeeper/cook was away on holiday and Tamara is the assistant housekeeeper/cook but that.is no excuse for her behaviour. Many of our guests do not want the housekeeper/cook hanging around the property after meals so the procedure is that she cooks breakfast, clean up and return late afternoon to prepare dinner. I am sorry that this was not explained to our guest. In respect of the Aircon, there is another bedroom in the property with Aircon that the guest could have used if the smaller bedroom was not suitable to use with the fan. Had I known there was a problem it could have been solved.

10/10 Excelente

Robert C., Alba

This is a lovely place to go and relax! Steps from the beautiful beach. I would recommend this place
My Wife and I and 16 year old Daughter were looking for a place that was not touristy and we sure found it here. This place is located on a very short street that leads to the beach. The 3 bedroom Villa has 2 bedrooms with AC units that we loved to turn on at night for a good sleep. This place is located on a very quite street that has about 6 beutiful villas. Joanne is the person who is hired as part of the cost of staying there who can do the cooking if you want and keep the place very clean every day. She is very nice and knows how to really cook a great Jamaican meal. We went for 10 days during July 2018 and although it was really warm some days, we still had a lot of fun. This place is located on the North shores between Montego Bay and Ocho Rios and is only minutes away from the Luminous Lagoon. We rented a car and was at the Villa in about 50 minutes from the Montego Bay Airport. We will be back for sure and will hopefully be able to book this Villa again! If you want fresh fish and lobster, just talk to Ashley who maintains the villa next door and he will go to the local fisherman "3 minute walk and come back with what you want". He also knows the Island very well and will be glad to help out if you like. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a real taste of Jamaican culture with friendly people right there making sure you are well taken care of and make you feel like family. Can't wait to go back and thanks to all of you down there!!
Se hospedó 9 noches en julio de 2018

10/10 Excelente

andrea R.

Fantastic family getaway
We loved our stay!! Our teenagers loved being able to walk to the beach. We felt safe enough to let them head down during the day with out us. The food that Joan cooked was fantastic! It was our first time staying at a home that provided a housekeeper/cook, Joan was so Wonderful. Thank you for making us comfortable in a new situation.
Se hospedó 6 noches en marzo de 2018

10/10 Excelente

Dawoon C.

Best holiday ever! Nice space and professional and warm staff!
It was my first time in Jamaica, and my husband and I took our 7 month old daughter. We really had a great time. The place is absolutely great - very nicely decorated and great vibe. It is a beautiful house - nice rooms and excellent garden. Joan and Curtis are amazing. They are very kind, highly professional, and extremely thoughtful. Joan is an excellent cook - her food is amazing - healthy and tasty. This was also my first time to stay at a private residence/villa instead of hotels when I travel abroad (I travel a lot for my work) - after this experience, I feel that in Jamaica, I will definitely choose a private residence like Yellow Canary than hotels. For food, Joan will go to markets and get ingredients as per your request. Curtis - who is a gardner - also helped us set up an umbrella in the beach and was always helpful. They also had a pack and play (we brought ours but they have it there) - my daughter loved the space and slept like a baby throughout our 5 nights of stay! Veronica (the owner) is also very responsive and accommodating - and I enjoyed interacting with her. Overall, I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to enjoy a low-key and relaxing family (or couple) holiday near the ocean - I feel also safe around the villa as well as the house is located in a residential area only a couple steps away from the beach.
Se hospedó 5 noches en enero de 2018
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
Dawoon and family were very relaxed and easy to get along with and it was lovely to have a baby in the house. The family was very friendly and clean and have treated the property as it were their own. Joan the cook enjoyed cooking them meals and we would love to have them back in the future.

8/10 Bueno

Claudia B.

Property well maintained
I stay at the yellow canary, for 4 days. My stay was great and our cook ms Joan was amazing. She helped with our groceries and her cooking is superb. Only complaint I have is no air conditioning in living room, so couldn't was the daybed at night. I recommend bringing bug spray, lots of mosquitoes at night. The beach is steps away from the house and is beautiful. The outside decor is very relaxing to I sit outside. I would definitely stay again on my next visit.
Se hospedó 4 noches en octubre de 2017

10/10 Excelente

Suzanne K.

Just what I needed!
I stayed at The Yellow Canary for a long weekend and it was wonderful. The villa is beautiful and very comfortable. Joan and Sandra prepared delicious meals. Johnny and Curtiss were great, welcoming and helped show us around. The beach is less than a block away. Just perfect!
Se hospedó 4 noches en marzo de 2017
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
Thank you so much Suzanna and friends. All the staff send their best wishes and we hope to see you again when you next visits Jamaica.

10/10 Excelente

Emily K.

Special stay in a beautiful place!
My family enjoyed a perfect long weekend at Yellow Canary! Iris was an amazing hostess and cook and Curtis took wonderful care to make sure the property was in great condition every day. We felt so taken care of and loved seeing their smiling faces everyday. We were able to use a pack and play and highchair for our 9 month old son which was great so we didn't have to bring our own. The beach was spectacular and Leroy's bar was a perfect place to spend Saturday evening listening to live reggae music. Johnny and Turbo drove us to the Blue Hole and Martha Brad River Rafting which we thoroughly enjoyed. We hope to be back! Thank you!
Se hospedó 4 noches en febrero de 2017
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
Thank you so much for the review. We hope to see you again when you next visits Jamaica. All our staff send their best wishes to you family. Veronica

10/10 Excelente

Amy O., Boston

Excellent Vacation
I loved everything about my stay at Yellow Canary. The house is even better than pictured and just steps from an amazing beach. Picture yourself taking a deep breath on a beautiful white sand beach with crystal clear water because this is what you get just steps from your front door. Veronica has created a very peaceful place. The beds are comfortable, staff are reliable and friendly, excellent wifi, ac and ceiling fans basically all of the comforts of home. She has some really amazing gardens, very well tended by Curtis. Everything was so easy. We will definitely be back.
Se hospedó 6 noches en febrero de 2017
Respuesta de VrboOwner el 23 mar. 2020
Thank you so much Amy. All the staff at Yellow Canary send you their best wishes and we hope to see you again when you next visits Jamaica.

8/10 Bueno

Midge B.

Lovely Villa with Fabulous Meals
Just steps from white sand beaches! Miss Iris prepared delicious Jamaican dishes for us: Jerk Chicken, pineapple crepes, fritters, fresh barracuda, callaloo, fried plantain, ackee and salt fish, fresh local honey bananas, rice and peas in coconut milk. She also made sorrel for us to drink and the Jamaican Mountain coffee was the best. What a treat! Groceries costs (excluding alcohol) came to about $160 for the two of us for the week. she also is very knowledgeable about the island and places to go. Each day Curtis came to maintain the beautiful garden, was joyful and friendly. He was also helpful in telling us the best place to snorkel. The new driver Loris was a very careful driver with a late model Toyota van. Be sure to bring enough cash with you as both groceries and the driver require cash. Best to go with U.S. dollars (ATM is available at Scotia Bank in Falmouth). Be sure to check on prices to drive places as the driver was one of the most expensive parts of our stay, but worth it since we would not consider driving ourselves in Jamaica. Be sure to visit Good Hope Plantation and take the house tour. We went snorkeling off the beach near the villa and saw several fish and a stingray. We loved the Dolphin show in Ocho Rios.