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4.5 out of 5
Villa 25
Wharf Road Dream Cove, Port Vila, Efate

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

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10/10 Excellent

lucille

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10\10 The Staff are lovely grounds and villa are amazing with all the little touches around the.place. Wish we could have stayed longer, The views are awesome. Beaut place cannot recommend enough.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ye

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We had such wonderful time. The place was even more stunning than the pictures. Great location for snorkeling . The pool is right next to the ocean. We paid 9000vuv per person to go to pele island when we went to another resort and couldn’t see as much as marine life compared to here! Highly recommended if you want quite and good spot connecting the ocean. The only note is you need to cook by yourself here. Catering available. 20mins away from town. Suggest hiring your own car. Elliot was duper friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely, quiet and private property. It is situated in a gated community surrounded by rich tropical greenery, and pretty good reef. No rowdy Aussie tourists or locals can get near the place. The 3 units are spacious and well fitted out. Split a/c units are provided, but only ceiling fans needed. Can't fault the service provided by Manager, Virginia, or Rosie and Anna. Daily snorkeling to watch the myriad of fish species just off shore was a highlight. We had a great, restful break. Just not long enough.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Virginia on 12 Jan 2019
Thank you for your review! We would love to have you stay with us for longer next time!

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise
Villa 25 is paradise. Located on "Dream Cove Road", it is a stunning area of Efate - well maintained, secure, and among other private villas. The villas are in immaculate condition, self-contained have wi-fi and NetFlix, and overlook an endless swimming pool over the beach where you can use the villas SUP boards, kayaks or snorkelling gear to explore around the reef. We hired a quad bike to get in and around town which was fantastic - the villa is about 10mins outside of town where there is a supermarket, restaurants and fresh food market.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love it
Vila 25 was great. Quiet and private and comfortable.. The staff is welcoming and warm and the days fly by. Lovely place to spend some time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bec, Sydney, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection
Stayed here recently for a mid week get away. Small, quaint and beautiful you’ll never have to fight for a sun lounger. It felt like our own little slice of heaven with Ella, Rosie and Chef Abel going above and beyond for us every day. Didn’t want to leave. Absolutely would recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017
Response from gm on 15 Nov 2017
Thank you for your wonderful review. It is much appreciated. Villa 25

10/10 Excellent

andres

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic unique accomnodation in Port Villa
Amazing boutique accommodation in Port Villa. Ella was a fantastic host, who was always willing to go above and beyond. No request was too big and was always there to make the stay best possible Holiday.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
Thank you Andres. Much appreciated. Look forward to welcoming you back one day soon.

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Thank you Villa 25!
Such a great location and escape. The staff go out of their way to help organise & arrange anything. Sit back and enjoy the reef right on the doorstep, and a great sunset over the water. Couldn't ask for anything more.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2017
Hi Martin, thank you so much for your review. we truly appreciate it. Hope to see you both again soon. General Manager

10/10 Excellent

Jeff, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great getaway for a relaxing time.
Ella is a terrific host, everything catered for and such a great setting for relaxing by the pool/beach and activities on the water if you wish. Self catering or organised chef is also good for a change. Very quiet with only three villas.
Response from Ella on 2 May 2017
Hello there, thank you for your review. We at Villa 25 really appreciate it. You were both lovely guests, always smiling and enjoying Vanuatu which makes our job easier. Tank yu tumas again and we hope to welkam yu back one day. ella

10/10 Excellent

Budstar, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the most beautiful stays we have ever had.
From the moment you walk down the path and look over the pool to the ocean, we knew we had come to paradise. The villa was so comfortable and a keg size bed to die for. The Lawana (entertainment area) had a fully functional kitchen and a table for 10 to eat around plus an under cover lounge area which overlooked the pool and ocean.
Lawana
Sunset
Waterfront
From our lounge

10/10 Excellent

Gennadi, melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top for holiday
The best holiday on my experience. recommend for every one how want to have good rest

10/10 Excellent

Anna, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise
We had the most amazing time at Villa 25. It was like stepping into paradise. Virginia was very welcoming and super helpful during our stay, as she helped us organise tours and gave us advice on things to do. Our villa was modern, clean and had an amazing view over the water. The lowana area was great was preparing meals and everything there was so well equipped. They had drivers there to take us places which was convenient. Would definitely recommend this place to everyone!
Response from GM Villa 25 on 29 Apr 2016
Thank you so much for your review, I really appreciate the time you took to write this and all your lovely comments. It was really nice to meet you both and hopefully we will see you again with a big group to fill all three Villas :)

10/10 Excellent

Jody, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome villa, lovely staff and beautiful view
We stayed at Villa 25 in April 2016 as a belated honeymoon. I cannot recommend this place highly enough. The staff are fantastic, particularly Virginia who is always on hand to answer questions, recommend & book tours and restaurants. Willie the driver is friendly, on time and fascinating to talk to! The cleaners and gardener are lovely and the place is immaculate. The villa is just a few steps from the beach where the snorkelling is fantastic, with equipment there for you to use, along with kayaks & paddleboards. We were very lucky to have the place to ourselves for the week and the Lowana is a lovely place to sit/cook and eat at night, but it would be just as good with other people there to chat to. All in all, this is the perfect place for a very chilled holiday, with a lovely view. We recommend it very highly and, although we intend on exploring other Vanuatu islands in the very near future, will always stay here when in Port Vila.
Response from Virginia on 19 Apr 2016
Thank you Jody, It was lovely to meet you two and I enjoyed hearing about your work too :) I hope you were well rested when you returned home and come and visit us again soon.

10/10 Excellent

Jan, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A great place to hide away and relax.
This is an outstanding venue. The service is great. Anything you require can be organised. It is close enough to town but you feel you are on your own. there are only 3 Villas so it is intimate. Immaculately maintained and everything works. You need to bring your own food, the local supermarkets are well stocked. There are basics in the main kitchen, herbs and spices, oils, etc. Cooks can be arranged to do a meal on site. Great for a group or a couple.

10/10 Excellent

Pip, NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Simply Paradise
These gorgeous villas are in the most beautiful location right on the beachfront. Snorkell from the doorstep in crystal clear blue water or relax by the pool - regardless this is the perfect location for a relaxing holiday. Can't wait to return!!

10/10 Excellent

Mal, South Yarra, Victoria, Australia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful relaxing Villa
Villa 25 was everything we expected - beautiful setting, wonderful staff, and very very relaxing. The fact that there is only 3 villas makes it very private and very personal.

10/10 Excellent

Colin, Nelson, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The perfect way to unwind
from the moment we were picked up until we were dropped off at the airport we were made to feel at home by the whole team - each of whom was friendly, professional and genuinely wanted to make sure that we enjoyed our island escape. The villas were immaculate - the bedrooms were spacious and comfortable , the kitchen was well equipped (although when we did cook we usually took advantage of the barbecue), and the living areas well appointed. With only the three villas on the property it felt like you had your own piece of paradise from which we had direct access from to snorkel and kayak.

10/10 Excellent

Amanda, Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hidden Paradise
I never wanted to leave. The infinity pool, bluest of oceans, the reef for snorkelling and the sense of your own piece of paradise. The wonderful Julynn who fulfilled every request so quickly and made us feel at home. Marie who has magic hands and massaged our bodies into a blissful state. Elizabeth who kept our beautiful villa in top condition and also gave us the heads up on where to buy the best mumu's! Adam who worked tirelessly every day so not a leaf or plant was not perfect and the lawns immaculate. Willy who drove us anywhere we desired and waited patiently outside the supermarket no matter how long we took! The place and the people are what makes this the ultimate getaway location. Best holiday ever, I'm coming back in March!

6/10 Okay

Geoff, NZ

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Ok
Just average.

10/10 Excellent

Maurie, Brisbane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing and just as advertised
Villa 25 actually looks like the pictures. Picked up by Abel from the airport, swung by the dive shop to confirm arrangements, the village fruit/vegatable market and the 'supermarche', then on to Villa 25. We spent the time unwinding, reading, sleeping, swimming in the infinity pool, snorkelling in the coral off the beach and using the kayaks. A few restaurants, fire twirling and a half day trip to a few locations. We did some diving with 'Big Blue', including the Advanced Open Water Course. When it suited us we got them to pull up a 100m or so of the beach around 8.30-9am and swam out to the boat. We were then dropped off later and swam back in. We largely self catered but when you want to go out to restaurants or the fire twirling Shaz (covering for Kris who was on holidays) made bookings and the driver would drop you off and pick you up for a fee - V30k airport pick up, V20k town and return, V50k to firetwirling and return, V70k for various half day trips. They are reliable, safe and living in a 'gated' area it is simpler. I had a minor ear issue from diving and Shaz drove me straight in to a french doctor and it was quickly remedied. You can eat and relax in your Vila or use the 'luana' (a great common area next to the pool). We had great people in the other two villas and tended to have an evening drink and eat in the common area. If you just want to unwind for a week you could almost not leave Villa 25 at all.

10/10 Excellent

Belinda, Australia - QLD - Gold Coast

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Facilities: Outstanding; Value: Fantastic; Service: Go the extra mile; Cleanliness: Immaculate;

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great escape
Could it be climate change? it is supposed to be "dry July" in the Pacific yet torrential rain kept us indoors for a couple of days. Not a terrible place to be though - fantastic location, very comfortable - and when the rain eased to drizzle, wonderful snorkelling and canoeing. Recommend gathering 12 of you and booking out the entire place for 10 days to guarantee enough time for rain, rest and outdoor activities when the sun comes out. Hire a jeep, get some supplies from the bon marche and come and go as you please.