Welcome to My Aruban Home, where we have created a series of cozy apartments as part of our garden. We are located in Bakval, 500m walking distance to amazing beaches and other amenities and attractions. This is the perfect middle point between the lively beaches of Palm Beach and the peaceful areas of Malmok and Arashi. We have five accommodations in total, where you have your privacy and all the basics you need to feel just like home. PLEASE SEE NOTE ON LOCAL TAXES BELOW. This is our largest apartment and it has been especially created for those traveler's wanting a bit more privacy and who are looking for a comfortable home during their (long-term) stay on the island. The apartment consists of a living room with a large kitchen & dining area, where you have all the basics to entertain yourself and cook elaborate dishes if you wish to do so. You will find amenities such as free Wi-Fi, Cable TV, Netflix, all your necessary kitchen utensils, kitchen towels and more. The apartment is fully air-conditioned. There are several areas outside in the garden, both private and shared where you can relax, enjoy the sun and/or have a lovely dinner. On the first floor you have a spacious bedroom with a comfortable king size bed and a bathroom en suite. There is also a balcony with a view to the garden. My Aruban Home prides itself in being the perfect hosts for those who want to discover a more authentic Aruba. We have created a series of apartments attached to our family home where we welcome guests and provide them with a unique way to enjoy the real Caribbean lifestyle. Please note that you will be charged the LOCAL TOURIST TAX (12,5%) AND SALES TAX (BBV= 3 USD PER NIGHT), which are obligatory charges for hosts renting properties on Aruba. Please contact us if you have any questions. We have created a dedicated area for you, so you can feel free to move around, not just in your apartment but also the surrounding gardens and laundry area. We are available for you at any time, feel free to message us through AirBnB before, during, or after your stay. This apartment is located in a cozy residential area in the neighbourhood of Bakval, and is just a 10 minutes walk to beaches such as Hadicurari, Palm Beach, Malmok Beach and Fisherman's Hut. Need some action? You are also close to various hotels, casinos, restaurants, shops and other attractions. Marriott Stellaris Hotel & Casino and the Ritz Carlton Hotel are just 500m away. Here you will also find a bus stop for public transportation that can take you to all the nearby beaches and Oranjestad if you wish to explore more. There is also a self-service bike rental station situated here. Bakval is a relaxed destination area, where you can have more privacy, but where you still are within reach of the Aruban tourist scene. Popular shopping, dining and entertainment areas such as Paseo Herencia, Palm Beach Plaza, South Beach, The Palm Pier and The Village are all at walking distance. If you want to move around the island, you have a bus stop at 5-10 minutes walking distance that can take you to the city centre or to other nearby beaches. If you wish to rent a car, feel free to ask us for advice. You will have parking options on location. Your bed includes fresh bed linens and upon arrival you can request if and how often you want your apartment cleaned during your stay. An additional fee of 15 USD will apply. The bathroom come with fresh towels and you can get new towels upon request (free of charge). Beach towels and basic appliances like an iron and hair dryer are also available in here. We will also provide you with some basics such as hand soap and toilet paper upon arrival. For additional necessities there is a supermarket within 10 minutes walking distance. If you wish to grill, there are both a grill and grilling utensils available on site. Need to do some laundry? There is a laundry available in our garden where you can wash and dry clothes. Please note that laundry detergent is not provided.