“A slice of paradise in Delray Beach”
First and foremost the owners are great. They met us at the house when we arrived and took the time to explain everything about the house/pool and then discussed the area. Over the next two weeks, they checked in multiple times to see how we were doing and if we needed anything. A first class experience. The house is great and the location is excellent. It is near Atlantic Avenue so walking is certainly doable but easy escape route to George Bush Blvd to get to A1A to avoid driving on Atlantic Avenue. It is close to various stores including Publix and it is easy to run up and down Rt.1 to other areas.
— Alan K., Mar 2019
“2nd Stay”
Once again Villa Santorini did not disappoint. The house and yard were both beautiful and the location was perfect for our needs. The house was spotless and very comfortable. The yard was very private and the pool was warm and beautiful. This was our second time renting from Joy and Garland and we look forward to spending another week there in the spring. I would highly recommend this property!!!
— Jennifer Z., Jan 2017
Secluded, spacious and clean, and the hosts become friends. You will not find better hosts than Garland and Joy…
— William M., Feb 2019
“Highly recommend this property”
I stayed here for a month with my daughter and granddaughter, the location was convenient, the property was beautiful and I can’t say enough positive comments about the owners. I highly recommend this property.
— Vicki F., Feb 2019
“The house was great!”
The house is in a fantastic location, easily within walking distance to Atlantic Avenue. The owners, Garland and Joy, are very accommodating and the property is well-maintained. The outdoor area and pool are terrific!
— Lynette D., Mar 2018
“Superhouse & Superhost!!”
Sandra & I were teaching our baby to swim when we started to look for a house in Delray Beach. The heated salt water pool at Garland & Joy’s Santorini property was an obvious attraction to us as renters. Santorini’s proximity to downtown Delray Beach (& family 15 minutes away) also garnered our interest. One week before our arrival, we drove by Santorini to look at the house. It turned out that Santorini’s outdoor furnishings, & continuously flowering landscaped grounds were also attractive. It was not just a practical & comfortable space to enjoy outside, every day, but it was also beautiful in a way which created peace, relaxation, & was a happy space for swimming, being alone, & social gatherings. We therefore rented for 1 month w/ an extension
Santorini, the house, like most of the houses on the street is unremarkably setback off of a typically low traffic, residential road in a suburban (Palm Trails) neighborhood w/ sidewalks. The house itself is walking distance from the Intercoastal waterway & popular Atlantic Avenue, w/ Walgreens, Publix, & a locally owned Farmer’s Grocery Market nearby. The house is a “split ranch” architecture & interior, w/ a 2-bedroom Jack & Jill layout (rooms connected by individual toilets & sinks but sharing a shower in between), vaulted ceilings, overhead fans in both bedrooms, & an updated kitchen w/ enormous freezer & refrigerator space. All furnishings were lavishly comfortable, aesthetically pleasing, & ample enough for a family of 4 plus several guests. The non-kitschy elegant beach-themed artwork adorning each of the rooms was also a bonus.
We spent most of our time in the south-facing Master bedroom which had ample shaded windows which allowed for lots of light. It was very comfortable, quiet, & airy. Occasionally, we used the 2nd bedroom for nursing our 4-month-old son throughout the night. In the day, the 2nd bedroom floor provided for a good play space for our son to practice tummy time, & for guests to have a bathroom & changing room for the pool. The house had excellent wi-fi & TV hookups.
Our Superhost, Garland made our stay worthwhile. He is a magnanimous man. He was not only responsive & quick to answer any questions that we had, provide us w/ help, or repair any problems; he was a stakeholder in our happiness, showing kindness, respect, thoughtfulness. generosity, & enthusiasm. He’s also fun to talk to! Sandra & I will definitely wish to rent Santorini again w/ Garland next time we return to Delray Beach.
— Robert S., Jan 2019
Loved by Travelers Worldwide
“Fantastic week in Delray.”
This place is an absolute gem. Our family of four with two young kids had a wonderful week spending our days at the pool and enjoying Delray at night. Garland was a fantastic host and couldn't have been more accommodating. The bungalow itself was spotlessly clean, well appointed and in a great location. Garland and Joy clearly take pride in their properties and take the time to ensure their guests are taken care of and enjoy their time. Instead of feeling like "guests", it seemed like we were welcomed by a great host and given everything we needed to have a fantastic vacation. Having stayed at a number of rental properties, you can tell when hosts have attention to detail and take care of their properties, and this one was above and beyond.
— Kevin M., Apr 2018
“Highly recommend!”
We absolutely loved this house!!!!! Perfect for our family, beautiful updated house in a quiet centrally located neighborhood very close to everything, restaurants, grocery stores, beach, and Atlantic Avenue. The bathrooms are brand new, beautiful, and functional. Very comfortable beds with excellent quality linens, plenty of soft excellent quality bath towels as well, which is rare to find in a rental property, we were very pleased with everything. We love the vibe of the house is tastefully decorated and comfortable, one of the best properties that we have rented. The pool is beautiful and heated, we spent a lot of time in the pool with the kids. We didn’t want to leave, we will definitely go back. Garland the owner was very welcoming and helpful we enjoyed meeting him, there wasn’t a hairdryer in the house and all I had to do is ask and the hairdryer was there in no time. The kitchen is very well equipped and with new appliances. Great TV channels selection, my kids we were able to watch their usual shows from Disney and Nickelodeon it was great. We enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to go back. It was our first time in Delray, very pleasant experience with the town and the property we rented. Thank you Garland Cristina and John Jones
— Christina J., Apr 2018