Island View Cottages

12 reviews

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  Stuart

  VU · solo_traveller · Aug 2026

  9/10

  Very relaxing

  Fantastic facilities and clean

  Bit of a walk to the pub LOL.

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  Matthew

  AU · family_with_children · Apr 2026

  8/10

  Beautiful place to stay if you have a larger family, or enjoying with extended family.

  Location is great. It has some of the best snorkeling we have seen in Vanuatu. The place was clean and tidy and comfortable. It is very well maintained considering the elements of Vanuatu and difficulties obtaining parts and materials. It has a nice sized solar system to keep you powered up. The outdoor area near the ocean is lovely. Aklid was very lovely to talk to and she helped out when we asked. It doesn't take long to get to the accommodation. The pet parrot, Penny, was excellent entertainment for our kids and they loved to play with her. There were sufficient towels for swimming and showering and sufficient bedding. Overall this is a lovely place and I would definitely recommend it for large families wanting a place where kids can play, swim, relax and enjoy the island. Starlink internet is provided - Excellent for those who want or need to stay connected.

  I am not writing the below to complain, it is mainly to bring it to the attention of the owners for the benefit of tourists visiting our lovely country of Vanuatu. No tea or coffee supplied. It was good that we know Vanuatu well due to us living here, so we always take our own. There was a small amount of sugar, and oil but no salt. For the price of the accommodation, it would be nice if there was tea, coffee and salt. Other accommodation that we have stayed at where you need to take your own supplies have provided some basic tea, coffee, sugar, salt, oil and sometimes basic herbs and spices. There is a roller blind on the main bedroom doorway instead of a door which doesn't make your room feel very private as it is right next to the living room and main door. There was only one spare roll of toilet paper in the building. When we went to ask for more toilet paper, Aklid and Tony had gone out. Luckily I saw some toilet paper just inside the storage room beside the managers house. The gas bottle for the BBQ was empty, thankfully at the house closest to the ocean there was a full gas bottle at the bbq there. We had to plunge the shower in the ensuite. The oven is very tricky to light and Tony knew that you had to hold the gas knob in for a long time. Tony sat and held the knob the first night for 20 minutes, and the second night I held it for 5? Perhaps Tony only had to hold it for 5 minutes on the first night, who knows. To improve I would suggest the following: Provide at least tea, coffee and salt. (along with the existing oil and sugar) Supply a cork screw for wine (luckily the single bedroom house had one we could use) Ensure there is sufficient toilet paper for the stay. Ensure the gas bottle for bbq has gas, with a spare. Have a proper door on the main bedroom.

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  Annette Garae

  VU · extended_group · Apr 2026

  8/10

  It was serene and beauitiful. Beautiful flowers around ans just the peace and quiet when you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of town

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  Katarina

  AU · solo_traveller · Jul 2025

  10/10

  Paradise

  Very secluded place, but very beautiful. The house was well equiped and has everything you need. Make sure you bring food from main island, as there’s no shops on Aore. Place was so peaceful and the water is beautiful. Snorkelling was amazing. Aklid is amazing, she’s very caring and will answer all your questions.

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  Laura

  AU · family with young children · Aug 2023

  10/10

  We had a very relaxing time. Our host was very welcoming, kind and helpful.

  The property was well maintained. The garden that encloses the outdoor area is beautiful and vast grass area beautifully manicured. The kitchen is well equipped.