Villa Adelaida was the perfect mix of location and amenities. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, it was far enough away from the hustle and bustle of the hotel areas to feel like you were really getting a sense of what it is like to live on the island as a local. That being said, it was close enough to the major beaches and shopping that you could easily enjoy all of the activities Aruba has to offer. There are two large grocery stores nearby (Super Food and Super Do-It Center), as well as a smaller shop (Hey You Food Mart) which has a smaller selection, but much longer hours. Recommend renting a car as there are not many sidewalks in this particular neighborhood, and taxis are harder to get outside of the major hotel areas. The spot was perfect for families, and had a well appointed kitchen for eating in (which we did at least 50% of our stay). The house is large enough for people to have their own space when needed, but great common spaces for playing cards/games etc.. We traveled with an infant, and the house had a highchair and crib which made the trip a breeze. The pool is just the right size, and great to cool off after a day of hiking or other activities. Our entire family absolutely loved the property, and can't wait to return to Aruba! We would happily rent a Casiola managed property again - management was super responsive whenever we had questions, and stocked the house with all of the vacation essentials (beach chairs, toys etc..) to make the trip as carefree as possible.
