First of all, Isabelle responded quickly through Airbnb to a question I had. Then, when my husband and I arrived at Ohana Beachfront Cabana, Isabelle and Gilles greeted us warmly and helped me carry in my suitcase. They told us that if we needed any help during the week, to just call or knock on their door. (They usually stay in the beach house on the grounds when it is not rented out.) Inside the cabana, the hosts have provided a notebook with general and safety information. They have also drawn a map of Placencia and have noted their favorite spots in town - recommendations about where to find the best grocery store, gelato, gift shop, seafood restaurant, milk shake, etc.
The cabana looks as it is pictured on Airbnb. It is clean and modern, and is decorated in a natural, calming, and understated way - wooden floor, gray accents, decorator pillows, beachy vase with beautiful, bright flowers. The bedding is updated with crisp gray striped sheets and gray cover. There were four pillows to choose from, and we slept well on the mattress. The cottage nestles in well with its surroundings. It’s located about 30 yards from the water’s edge, and is nicely landscaped with coconut palms, and tropical plants. We could hear the waves lap onto the sand.
The cabana’s French doors open out onto a wooden deck where we enjoyed breakfast, coffee, and reading each day. The sea view is lovely, from both inside and outside. The hosts keep their beach raked and the grounds are very clean. Almost every day we enjoyed walking along the beach, swimming in the ocean, and walking to downtown on the Placencia sidewalk. Guests can take the kayak out or play volleyball on the sand.
Isabelle and Gilles were most gracious hosts, very accommodating and helpful. We would not hesitate to stay here again. It is a great place to relax!