Vanuatu Homestays (2 properties)

This magnificent property is brand new and was built and equipped by and for the owners to the very highest level. It is absolutely beach front in fact the back terrace steps are in the sand and the warm azure water of the South Pacific Ocean is just ten metres beyond. The bustling city of Port Vila, capital of the Republic of Vanuatu is just a 5 minute drive, a brisk 20 minute walk or a 5 minute boat ride. The house is in a private gated estate of just 15 high end homes occupied by some of Port Vila's most notable identities. One of the most stunning features is the roof top Tiki Hut (or Nakamal) which offers 360o views of the South Pacific Ocean, Ifira Island, Port Vila and Mele Bay; guests can even watch the cruise ships tie up just across the way from us. No superlatives can ever begin to do this property justice, from its proximity to the beach, mature (Banyan) shade trees, enchanting staff and the beautiful, magical, musical ni-Van island of Ifira across the bay.Ground Floor:Large and private family room sleeps 6 in a queen bed and two queen roll-out sofa beds, entertainment centre, TV, wardrobe, ocean and beachfront terrace with seating and ramp to beach.Shower room/laundry with commercial quality washer & dryer.Plus, staff/nanny/driver/security quarters with en-suite shower room and double bed can serve as extra bedroom (accessed through garage)Ceiling fans inside and out throughout.Swim from our beach in the sheltered, safe Worowloa channel with its coral gardens and patch reefs or swim to a living tropical coral reef wall.Fish from our beach or kayak out a few hundred metres to deep water where numerous pelagic game fish abound, Walk into town, a brisk 20 minute walk will see you in downtown Port Vila.Paradise Point is just 5 minutes drive from the CBD of Port Vila, the capital city of the Republic of Vanuatu, the fabled Bali Hai of James Michener’s book Tales of the South Pacific. Boasting the only sandy beaches in Port Vila, Paradise Point is an exclusive gated community of only 15 sumptuous homes fronting beautiful Mele Bay and the South Pacific Ocean.Vanuatu used to be known as the New Hebrides, it was a 'condominium' jointly administered by the French and the British until the ni-Van people achieved their independence in 1986. Vanuatu has retained the best of both its French and British culture and most ni-Van speak English, French and Bislama (pigeon) and their own island dialects. The Author James Michener based his book South Pacific and the fabled Bali Hai on Vanuatu. During WW11, Vanuatu was the assembly point for the US naval invasion fleet and many traces of this presence remain, for instance the airport, sunken warships, bits of planes and many, many Coke bottles and some suspiciously light skinned ni-Van. The Benjor Resort on Devil's Point Road still retains what was the officers club as its lounge room and bar. These days, Vanuatu's main industry is tourism, building and off-shore banking.....no tax! Culture: Efate is the main island in the Vanuatu archipelago of 80 islands and Port Vila is the capital city. From Port Vila visitors can travel to other islands in the chain and experience volcanoes, dive sites, uninhabited islands and traditional culture which is still strong in the Islands. The Vanuatu people ( the ni-Van) are the most enchanting, friendly, funny, gentle folk you could ever wish to meet, not for nothing did the UN vote Vanuatu the 'happiest Place on Earth' two years ago.

The Boat House – a dreamy retreat on a private tropical beach in Vanuatu, is a short circuit escape route from the hurly-burly of life. Located just 20 minutes drive from Vanuatu’s international airport near Port Vila; The Boat House is a rustic French country-style dwelling ideal for a romantic couple or a family of four. Sip your drink on the terrace at The Boat House, look out to sea and let time stop. Comprising two beautiful bedrooms, an airy open-plan living area, a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious terrace leading down to the beach, The Boat House sits in seclusion at the far end of a secured gated community on the southern side of Port Vila Harbour. Amenities at the house include a small library, gas barbecue, an i Pod dock, and TV (DVD only). Full housekeeping services are available. We Supply: TV and DVD player, a selection of DVDs, novels, magazines, board games, towels, beach towels, all bed linen, toilet paper, soap and all cleaning products, mozzie nets, all kitchenware, large fridge/freezer, toaster and kettle, coffee plunger, Bose speakers for i Pod, hair dryer, bike, 2 x kayaks and basic snorkeling gear. What To Bring: Reef shoes, i Pod, DVD s (you can buy them for about $5.00 AUD each in Port Vila, many haven’t even reached the theaters), crocs (forget fashion, crocs are by far the most suitable footwear for the tropical terrain),, sunblock, insect repellent, hydrogen peroxide, antiseptic cream such as Crystaside (for coral cuts), antibiotic ointment (for infected cuts), good waterproof sticking plasters, toys for kids, light clothes and toiletries. You can bring many food items into the country as long as they are in their original packaging. Don’t bring fresh fruit or veg, and you need a permit for meat and cheese. We usually bring heaps of sliced Vogel’s bread to stash in the freezer (as you can really only buy French bread here), olive oil, nuts, favourite muesli bars, favourite kids foods, etc. You will find everything else you need at the French influences Au Bon Marche supermarket and the 24-hour organic fruit and veg markets in Port Vila. When you land in Vanuatu the first thing you will need to do before you drive to the Boat House is to drive into Port Vila township and pick up groceries and supplies at Au Bon Marche supermarket and the Organic fruit and veg market (closed from 1pm Saturday afternoon through till 7am Monday morning otherwise open 24 hours per day). From experience it really pays to be well set up with supplies on your first day, a once you arrive at The Boat House you probably won’t want to leave.