Modern villa located minutes away from Long Bay beach
About this villa rental
Nestled in Grace Bay, this lovely villa for $860 per night is a great choice for your next break. Hakuna Matata has a new feature for 2024 - Our guests now have access to our complimentary beach golf cart! Our stylish golf cart offers a quick and fun way to access Long Bay Beach, just two minutes away from Hakuna Matata Villa. If you are looking for a new, modern, clean, affordable, kids and family friendly rental - away from the "all inclusive" resorts - and steps away from some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, look no further! This is the very reason we created Hakuna Matata Villa. The house was born from the dream of creating the perfect affordable vacation retreat in the unique scenery of the Turks and Caicos Islands. Hakuna Matata Villa is a modern 3 bedrooms / 3 bathrooms villa - with private pool - located on Long Bay hill. It has been designed for water sports enthusiasts, families or group of friends, wishing to enjoy the perfect beaches, water and weather conditions that the Turks and Caicos Islands offer year round. We are located minutes away (less than 1 mile) from one of the most beautiful and uncrowded beach in the world: Long Bay beach. This beach is a world renowned swimming, kite boarding, paddle boarding and windsurfing spot. The giant swimming pool of the Caicos Bank features miles of shallow warm turquoise water that offer a unique playground for unforgettable vacations.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Grace Bay
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(32 Reviews)
5.0
We had a great time staying at this beautiful home. It has many of the amenities needed to enjoy TCI. It was very clean and inviting. The pool was especially enjoyable and convenient. There were only 4 of us, but the following would be my rants had we been more:
It should have had more beach chairs - we could only find 2 - and pool lounge chairs - there were only 3 - and NOT charge an additional fee if the A/C is used - this was sprung on us when checking in. FYI - If you advertise the property includes A/C, then don't attempt to charge more if used.
If the property can accommodate seven persons for sleeping as advertised, it should accommodate at least 4 in regards to amenities, e.g., pool and beach chairs.
Even with these downsides, I'd stay here again!
4.0
Liked the 2 bedroom master layout. 2 of 3 showers were outside and had low water pressure. Very private and quiet location which was nice!
5.0
This Villa was wonderful!! We stayed there from Christmas day through New Year Eve day. A fully decorated Christmas tree greeted us as we entered the Villa as well as Christmas decorations which was so lovely as we have never been away for Christmas! Hope had candy canes and a tin of cookies for us as well. The villa is peaceful, clean, modern & had everything we needed to have an amazing vacation! It's closest to Long Bay beach, so we checked that out one day and were able to see the kite boarders which was very cool! You can actually see the water and kite boarders in the distance from the villa. Grace Bay beach is less than an 10 min. drive and is a fabulous beach! That is where we spent most of our days. The town of Grace Bay is great and has many fantastic restaurants & shops. There are great restaurants just outside of the town as well. Make reservations in advance. Overall we highly recommend Villa Hakuna Matata!
5.0
We had a fantastic stay at the Villa. It was perfect for our family. The location is convenient to Grace Bay and Long Bay beaches as well as the shops.
4.0
Super happy with the villa.
5.0
Thanks so much for opening your home to our family it was perfect for us if this was school you would get an A+++ all the way
4.0
We enjoy our stay very much. The house has everything you need for your stay.
5.0
Great experience
Great property and management
5.0
Hakuna matata villa
Great experience
Great property and management
4.0
Bday at Hakuna Matta
The place was hard to get to and we got lost for an hour. But once we found the place is was Hakuna Matta . Overall we had a great time…would come back again. The response time if we needed any help was quick. My only con was the last day check-out was at 11a..the house cleaners came at 10a and the pool guy at 8a and there was a water issue when we were trying to get ready. My suggestion is to wait till after check-out to do all those things But other than that day..everything was great, thanks again for letting us celebrate my bday!
5.0
The name says it all. No worries whatsoever staying here! We loved staying at this villa. It was clean, well maintained, beautiful and had everything you needed. You definitely need a car but everything is close by and the drives aren’t long at all. Hope was a wonderful host, but honestly we didn’t reach out much because everything went so well. Checkin and check out was very easy. We will definitely stay here again. We’ve been to the island many times and this was one of our best vacations. My son wants us to buy the house, lol!
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful villa!
5.0
We loved Hakuna Matata!
The name says it all. No worries whatsoever staying here! We loved staying at this villa. It was clean, well maintained, beautiful and had everything you needed. You definitely need a car but everything is close by and the drives aren’t long at all. Hope was a wonderful host, but honestly we didn’t reach out much because everything went so well. Checkin and check out was very easy. We will definitely stay here again. We’ve been to the island many times and this was one of our best vacations. My son wants us to buy the house, lol!
Thank you for allowing us to stay at your beautiful villa!
5.0
Lovely home!
Home is beautiful, bright, comfortable and clean! Pictures are spot on, it even has a deck (not shown) with a grill and table for eating. We loved the outdoor showers. The pool is not heated so didn’t get to enjoy it as much. You definitely need a car to get around as the area is still in development but felt extremely safe! Only about a 6-7 minute drive to Grace Bay! Hope ( property manager) was wonderful and responded quickly. Only recommendation for the owners is to get new beach stuff, umbrella’s broken and chairs are old, other than that the home has everything you need! Do not hesitate to book!
3.0
Cute Place
The house was super cute. There was spotty communication before the trip, however Hope was good about getting back to me during our stay. Water pressure and internet were spotty during our stay.
4.0
We had a wonderful time!
The property was very clean and exactly as pictured. There was an issue with the ensuite bathroom but Hope had someone come in to fix it right away. Though it's not on the beach, it's close to everything (if you have a car). I would recommend this property.
5.0
Clean, modern, comfortable villa, very well-equipped. Property manager is excellent, very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Definitely need a car.
5.0
Very well-equipped villa
Clean, modern, comfortable villa, very well-equipped. Property manager is excellent, very responsive and a pleasure to deal with. Definitely need a car.
5.0
We had a really great time at your property. We felt very safe, loved how clean the property and Hope did a great job.
5.0
Amazing house
We had a really great time at your property. We felt very safe, loved how clean the property and Hope did a great job.
4.0
The house was as expected - very well stocked & comfortable beds. The location is not the best. Stray dogs everywhere which is not great for our family who likes to run. This is not the owners fault, just reality. Must drive to the beach - thought we could walk to Long Bay beach, but it doesn’t feel safe.
4.0
Clean & Comfortable
The house was as expected - very well stocked & comfortable beds. The location is not the best. Stray dogs everywhere which is not great for our family who likes to run. This is not the owners fault, just reality. Must drive to the beach - thought we could walk to Long Bay beach, but it doesn’t feel safe.
4.0
Need better directions to find property coming from airport. Lovely clean new property. All amenities provided. Walk to beach was ok for adults but too far for infant/small children
4.0
Lovely little gem
Need better directions to find property coming from airport. Lovely clean new property. All amenities provided. Walk to beach was ok for adults but too far for infant/small children
5.0
Great home in a great location
We loved our stay at Hakuna Matata. The home was beautiful and had everything we needed for a week long stay. We throughly enjoyed the private outdoor showers and all of the outdoor space. We didn’t see pictures on the listing but when we arrived we noticed a large deck space which was great for eating outside (there’s also a grill on the deck). The home is centrally located. You can see the water from the upper level too. You’ll find easy access to everywhere on the island from her too. We’d recommend staying here to any friends and family anytime. Only tithing ti note would be don’t put the address listed into your phone for directions. Follow the clearly listed instructions for finding the home. We didn’t do this and it took us a while to find it… with Hope’s help. Thanks for a great stay!
4.0
Cozy Hakuna Matata
The stay was accommodating. We originally had seven adults meant to stay but only 6 ended traveling. It lists for 7 but I honestly think 6 adults should be the mass. We had issues with the hot water heater. But it was quickly and promptly resolved. Overall I would stay here again unlike with the resorts. We had no quiet time so it was pleasant to be able to enjoy the pool after 12 when everything is shutdown. Hope was very informative and attentive.
5.0
The Hakuna Matata villa was perfect. Close enough to the beach that I could see kites flying when it was windy. I will definitely stay here again. And the property manager is hot!
5.0
Perfect Villa
The Hakuna Matata villa was perfect. Close enough to the beach that I could see kites flying when it was windy. I will definitely stay here again. And the property manager is hot!
4.0
Great home with well stocked kitchen
We really enjoyed the home and all of the space it provided our family of four. Each of us had our own room and bathroom. The kitchen has everything you will need. Everything. The pool is nice but small. The neighborhood is close to beaches and has many dogs to keep you company. My only disappointment was that on the second day there we realized the grill was leaking propane, one of the bikes that were available had no tube in the tire and the shower on the pool deck broke. I let the owner know and never heard from her. On the second to last day there I messaged her again to see if she got our email and how we were supposed to check out and she replied back quickly. It was an odd time as coronavirus was all the talk but Turks was not impacted yet. Overall it was a good place for a week stay just would have appreciated a response from the owner.
5.0
Lovely stay at Hakuna Matata
This well-appointed, spacious beach house was the perfect spot for a week's vacation for our family. We loved paddle boarding and watching the kite surfers at nearby Long Bay beach as well as spending time at Grace Bay Beach. The manager Hope was easy to reach and cleared up the questions we had upon arrival.
5.0
Great home
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Home was very clean and had everything we needed to make it a wonderful stay. I recommend this property.
5.0
Fantastic Home
We had a great time, the home was definitely as nice as it appears online. Very clean and has everything you need during your stay including beach chairs, beach toys, etc. we also enjoyed having a pool. We would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Awesome villa
We’re visit the island regularly and this villa was perfect for our family of 5. We had everything we needed.
The place was clean and modern! We loved our stay
5.0
Fantastic House, fantastic Vacation
We had a wonderful time at Hakuna Matata. The house looks exactly as it does in the pictures. It's modern, bright, clean and has everything you need for a great vacation with a family of 5. Beaches, shopping, restaurants are conveniently located, but I would definitely recommend renting a car. We had a car for the week and it allowed us to go to different beaches and explore the island. The pool is a bonus for a quick dip at the end of a long beach day. Hope was great to work with - very responsive and flexible with accommodating our early arrival. We would love to come back!!
5.0
Wonderful week
We had a great time staying at Hakuna Matata for second visit. The kids really enjoyed the pool. And the parents enjoyed relaxing. It is a very well appointed house and we lacked for nothing. We did have two small issues come up during the week and Hope was very responsive and took care of our problems. Even on Easter Sunday! Great service! Highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Vacation 2019
We had at awesome time at your beautiful house. Close to long bay beach and easy to get to. Very nice spacious house with the pool. Loved the outdoor showers. Would definitely stay here again! Thanks for allowing my family to stay there!
5.0
Great house very clean
Very clean, lots of towels, beautiful views of the sunrise. Overall great experience.
5.0
Great home for a family vacation
Very nice and clean home with plenty of room for a family of 5. Pool was amazing for kids. Very close to all resorts, beaches, restaurants, activities. Highly recommend!
5.0
The house was exactly as the pictures show.
The house was exactly as the pictures show. The home was well equipped and in a good location. Just a short drive to numerous beaches. Would rent this house again. Ask Hope about the one item that needed a minor correction.
2.0
Great, easy house, beautiful weather, a lovely island!
5.0
Amazing
This was the perfect retreat for our family of four. We had plenty of room for everyone and everything was great (including Hope). We had access to games, sunscreen, beach coolers and chairs. Everything was clean and we appreciated the alarm system and motion lights. The best parts were not having to share a pool and having our kids experience their first outdoor shower. We will definitely be back!
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Grace Bay?
The average price for a rental in Grace Bay is $748 per night. This rental is $112 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Modern villa located minutes away from Long Bay beach. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Modern villa located minutes away from Long Bay beach. Enjoy the water!
Is Modern villa located minutes away from Long Bay beach pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Modern villa located minutes away from Long Bay beach?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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