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Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, DVD player
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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

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8 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James

Monkey Hill is a quarantine approved villa.

Monkey Hill is a luxury 8 bedroom celebration villa in the parish of St James on the exclusive west coast of Barbados. It is surrounded by two acres of tropical gardens and breath-taking ocean views and is situated in the exclusive Sugar Hill Community.

The indoor and outdoor facilities are ideal for all kinds of family and celebratory occasions. Whether organising a special family vacation/reunion, or celebrating a milestone like a wedding, birthday or anniversary, Monkey Hill in Barbados offers the ideal space to create cherished memories and luxury travel experiences.

Monkey Hill’s exquisite entertaining features include an outdoor dining area, comfortable couches, bar and BBQ overlooking the large infinity edge swimming pool with several loungers and umbrellas on the deck for your enjoyment.

Monkey Hill is around 8000 square feet and offers guests a unique blend of entertainment and leisure amenities. The main house contains six spacious bedrooms, with three queen and three king sized beds, all with en-suites.

The two-bedroom self-contained cottage is fitted with two double beds with ensuites. An outdoor seating for four enjoys views of the sea and gardens.

Monkey Hill is the perfect location for family holidays, celebrations, entertaining, idyllic romantic breaks and golfing trips. Its prestigious quarters provide everything you need for flawless events and celebrations with personnel, butlers, chefs and housekeeping services available upon request.

As a certified quarantine villa there are EXTERNAL security monitoring camera's on the grounds running 24/7 during the quarantine period.

Rates shown are for the 6 bedroom villa and there is also the option to rent the cottage which has 2 further bedrooms. Each room can accommodate two persons.

Christmas rates (Dec 20 - Jan 10) on request

SPECIAL RATES: For last minute bookings, and low season

Guest access

Guests have full use of the facilities that include
Two Large Sugar Hill Resort Pools
Gym
Nearby Golf
Restaurant
Tennis – 4 courts

We will be on hand to provide any assistance during your stay. The rental price comes standard with a house keeper. An extra laundress will be provided depending on the level of occupancy. Additional concierge services, cook, butler can also be provided on request for an additional cost. We can include help with car rental, restaurant bookings and activities.

The experienced and friendly staff are there to ensure a seamless holiday, be it to shop for groceries, prepare a delicious meal (if a cook is requested), or simply greet you with a smile. Staff members generally work 6 days per week from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (not Sundays) and include:

Housekeeper/Laundress - our wonderful team make sure that the property is deep cleaned in between bookings.

(On request) The Cook prepares 2 meals daily that can be alternated between breakfast, lunch and dinner and is experienced in International, British and Bajan cuisine. The cost of the food is not included.

(On request) Butler
There is a minimum of 7 nights stay in winter ( December 15 - April 14)
and 14 at Christmas ( December 20 - Jan 10)

Holetown is less than 5 minutes away by car. From there you can pick up many buses that will take you around the island. We would recommend that a car is rented throughout your stay and help with rentals can be provided upon request. Failing that there are many good local taxi firms.

The neighbourhood

Mullins Beach – this easily accessible, 300-yard-long tranche of soft golden sand is, with good reason, one of the most popular beaches on the west coast.

Gibbes Beach – Gibbes’ 300-yard arc of pristine golden sand, backed by soaring trees, is a strong contender for the west coast’s most beautiful beach. It’s entirely uncommercialised. All you’ll find here are some of the most desirable villas on the island.

Paynes Bay – a strong contender for the best beach on the west coast. Selling points are its fine white sand, the safe swimming and the beach’s length: it’s a 20 minute stroll from end to end, and the northern half, away from the hotels, is usually uncrowded. The icing on the cake is that out in the bay there are turtles to swim with.

On the other side of the island you can also visit Crane Beach – Enterprise Beach – Accra Beach – which are all stunning beaches in Barbados.

There are many wonderful restaurants and cuisine choices in Barbados to choose from. Please refer to the literature that can be found in the villa for a variety of excellent restaurant selections whether it may be for an entertaining evening with friends, for the whole family, or for that special romantic evening. Please note to book these in advance particularly in peak seasons.

Barbados is increasingly being regarded as one of the top islands for a Caribbean golf vacation. The parish of St James alone has five of the best courses on the island. Apes Hill is the newest in the Caribbean and boasts sparkling lakes and lush greens. Situated on 470 acres of gorgeous Barbados landscape, this elevated course provides spectacular coastal views and its natural topography provides a perfect location for a magnificent golfing experience. Sandy Lane offers three challenging and stunning courses: The Old Nine, the Country Club Course and the world-renowned Green Monkey Course designed by Tom Fazio. Royal Westmoreland is a spectacular 500 acres gated estate, with a five-star golf resort in an idyllic setting designed by Robert Trent-Jones Jr.

The beautiful, clear and warm waters of the Caribbean Sea provide the best conditions for a variety of water sports. Barbados is a popular destination for surfing, windsurfing and kite surfing. Other activities include water-skiing, kayaking, jet-skiing and banana boat rides. Guests can also take catamaran trips that allow the immense beauty of the island to be seen from the water. The catamaran trips also provide the unforgettable experience to swim with turtles. There are many Catamarans to choose from but our favourites are: Good times 40′ Catamaran – 16 people snorkelling with turtles, swimming and includes lunch on board and Silver Moon – lunch time and evening time cruises available. Private charters also available.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Pool loungers
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 8 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Housekeeping (on request)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Monkey Hill Luxury Villa 8 Beds With Ensuite Sugar Hill St James

About the neighborhood

Map
Saint James, Mount Standfast

What's nearby

  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 16 min walk
  • Holetown Beach - 7 min drive
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 8 min drive
  • Mullins Beach - 9 min drive
  • Paynes Bay Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Surfside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sea Shed - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪John Moore Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zaccios - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Charizma Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Royal Westmoreland Golf Course, Folkestone Marine Park, and St. James Parish Church. Limegrove Cinemas and Holetown Monument are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Celebration Luxury Villa, 6 or 8 beds with ensuites, Sugar Hill, St James Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

april s., Fort lauderdale, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
THE BEST! We are already booking next year
Group of 9 ladies on a Pilates / Fitness retreat. We rented the entire villa, cottage as well. It was perfect. From start to finish. Hands down one of the best outdoor spaces I have ever seen. Sonia & Nikita were the best, I think we all wanted to take them home with us. Let Nikita cook Stew Chicken and Chicken curry, to die for. Monkeys every morning, views, awesome pool, laundry done daily. Heaven on earth.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Howard K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The staff, location, property, and pool were lovely. Like many of these properties, the home was likely designed as a short-term rental. There are certain aspects I would have done differently with the layout. In other words, the 6 bedrooms/Baths are 75% of the house. They are large and lovely. That said, how many waking hours are you in the BR on an island? The kitchen and main living area were quite small given the amount of people typically in the home and the size of the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ebony H., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We are a large group of 12. That is 4 couples, 3 kids, and 1 single traveler. The house was great for us. We used both the main house and cottage. Staff was lovely and we enjoyed our meals. Beaches were about a 10-15 minute drive and also took about same time to get to grocery store and shops. Location is near Holetown. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family getaway
Thanks to the entire staff for making our stay at Monkey Hill such an amazing week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy A.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING week at Monkey Hill
Thank you Monkey Hill, Sonia and Nikita for an unforgettable week! I came to Barbados with my family and friends to get married and we all had an amazing stay! From Nikita’s delicious food and Sonja’s generous hospitality, what a fantastic team and we truly cannot thank you enough! Nothing was ever to much to ask. The photo’s do not do this villa justice, it is simply spectacular. There was 10 of us and there was more than enough room for everyone. The views and sunsets are incredible with the added bonus of seeing the monkeys in roam around the garden! I hope to one day return! Also a bit thank you to Natalie for all your help and speedy replies in the time from booking online to arriving at the villa!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Monkey Hill
The service and support from Sonia and the team was excellent. From helping with trips, meals and resolving the only problem of note : the aircon leaked a lot of water and was very noisy in the Coral suite on arrival. It was fixed a day later. we would definately return. Thanks very much to you and Sonia.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Best vacation ever
We adore this property! Everything is always fantastic from the home to the staff, to just about EVERYTHING. Natalie is a dream to communicate with, Sonja at the house is just the best and our chef, Nikita is amazing! We love Monkey Hill and can't wait to return!!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karim R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location and super great house staff
We had an amazing few days and the support staff made our stay incredible. The view the rooms and pool were perfect a family stay
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great adult family vacation
We loved the house and the location. Sonia and Nikita were great! Would recommend to large groups.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
True heaven among monkeys
Our holiday in Monkey hill was simply amazing. Natalie was an extraordinary host and made our planning process extremely easy; however, the best assets from this property are Sonia and Nikita....I would have taken both home if I was given the chance. The level of service, the quality of the food and the never-ending smiles are worth paying for. About the property, this house is well distributed and have plenty of space for a big group to feel close but intimate at the same time. Be aware that Monkey Hill has an amazing view of the ocean and is secluded by nature, including small monkeys that run freely in the surrounding area. I would recommend this property and team to anyone looking for a high-class experience. We will miss it deeply.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ten days in Paradise
Monkey Hill was the most wonderful villa, the pictures don’t do justice to how fantastic it was. We are an extended family of 15, ranging in age from 4 months to 70 years old and our time at Monkey Hill exceeded all of our expectations. The beautiful grounds, gorgeous infinity pool, monkeys galore, beautiful terrace with plenty of loungers, couches ,fire pit are just a few of the over the top amenities While all of this was fantastic, what really made our stay so enjoyable were our housekeeper Sonia and chef Nikita. There are not enough superlatives to describe how thoughtful, kind, efficient and wonderful they both were. We felt so welcomed and taken care of, like a family returning home. The food was superb and freshly laundered clothes was a definite pleasure to have each day. Sonia made sure all our needs were met and then some!Our children and grandchildren will be talking about this once in a lifetime trip for years to come. Five stars is definitely not enough to rate our experience. We look forward to returning to this beautiful island and especially Monkey Hill Fondly, Judi and Greg, celebrating our seventieth birthdays
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patti R., New York, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Best birthday ever
We love Monkey Hill! The house is stunning and the location is perfect! Making the vacation even better were the women at the house, Nikita and Sonia made everything so easy for us,.so festive! They were lovely to.our family and treated us as their own Natalie was super great, easy to communicate with, very responsive and extremely helpful. We can't edit to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ami N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Fabulous
We stayed for one week and held our wedding at the property; we had the most amazing experience. Nikita (chef) and Sonia (manager) are wonderful, brilliant fun and part of the family for the week. They helped us with shopping, meal planning and general local knowledge. Thank you so very much!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal, Winnipeg

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property and staff were amazing. It’s a bit of a walk to holetown to get to the beach or restaurants however it’s a short cab ride if your legs are tired. The rooms and guest areas are spacious and the food and hospitality are world class.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation 2023
We had a great time at Monkey Hill. The property was beautiful and Sonia was helpful for anything you asked. We watched the monkeys play several days. Cooked at the house several nights and finally found Limegrove center in Holetown. Nice area to have dinner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trudi K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Simply the best
I cannot give this villa the praise it deserves. From the location, to the accommodation, the staff to the wonders of. Barbados. Nikita and Sonia were beyond wonderful. Nikita cooked the most wonderful food and Sonia took care of our every request and question.. I would not hesitate to recommend to anyone and will be back! Trudi
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara proctor

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible villa - perfect for intimate wedding
I don’t usually leave reviews, but after the experience we have just had I have to share how great this villa is. From start to finish the communication was efficient and Natalie helped answer any questions I had. She also made some amazing recommendations, including the hire of a catamaran for the day to snorkel with turtles which was absolutely incredible! Upon arrival at the villa, our breath was taken away by how stunning the villa and the grounds were. The ocean view is just something you can never get bored at looking at. From day one we witnessed families of monkeys playing in the vast gardens of the property as well as whales out at sea. We opted to pay extra for the staff, which in my opinion was absolutely the only way to do it. We were a party of 16 so even just the thought of sorting breakfast each morning for that many would have been difficult. Sonia the house manager and her team consisting of Paula the cook, Ronnie the butler and Verona the cleaner, literally made our stay so magical. Our rooms were cleaned and made up each day to a five star standard, any dirty clothes were washed and ironed each day and retuned back to the room, we were waited on for refreshments from breakfast through to evening and experienced Ronnie’s incredible pina coladas and rum punches! Paula made us breakfast and dinner each day and catered to the children’s requirements. As a previous Tides chef her food really was incredible, from the Mahi mahi she cooked us, the bbqs of jerk chicken and the worlds best homemade flying fish Rotis, Paula knew how to cater for our needs. The staff were not staff to us by the end of the holiday, but family. I feel extremely grateful to of met and got to know such amazing people. Then there was all the activities and organising that Sonia helped us with, nothing was too much for her. From arranging a mixologist for the hen night, to the drinks and canapés for the wedding day, to booking restaurants for us, sorting transport, pharmacy runs, getting my favourite wine, ordering a birthday cake, Sonia was incredible! We held our wedding half way through our stay at monkey hill and anyone that is looking for a venue in Barbados this will not disappoint! We only had 14 guests plus ourselves so ours was a very small intimate wedding but the grounds could hold a much larger wedding if guests were staying elsewhere on the island. I chose to hold the ceremony on the second tier of the garden. Will return
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard G., Uk

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for family gathering
This is a splendid Villa with views out over the Caribbean, and beautiful grounds. Sonia was delightful and went over and above to look after us. She and Paula cooked some fabulous meals and nothing was too much trouble for them. A memorable for stay for all of us.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous place
Beautiful house, great staff and management. Would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joannna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise - amazing villa for a family vacation
We had the best time at Monkey Villa . Sonia , Pam and Sandra could not have given us a warmer welcome . We were incredibly well looked after . Sandra’s food was fantastic and nothing at all was too much trouble for anyone . First class team - couldn’t recommend the villa and the team more . We had the most amazing stay and the villa works really well for any mixed parties . So much fun , we are missing everyone already and can’t wait to come back . Thanks to Natalie for your help with booking and a huge thanks to Sandra , Sonja and Pam - you’re all amazing xx
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Brilliant
8 couples enjoyed our stay at monkey hill. Several of us kept repeating it was our best vacation ever!!! Sonia, Sondra and Pam were outstanding hostesses for 7 days. Sondra's breakfasts and dinners were 5-star quality. Sonia's hospitality made our time there soooo enjoyable. We would definitely return. Absolutely nothing negative about our week.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A fantastic Villa
Monkey Hill, Sugar Hill is a fantastic Villa and the staff were excellent. We held our daughter's wedding at Monkey Hill and it was a perfect venue for a small wedding offering outdoor eating area for 18 people and a covered dance floor big enough for a small band and dancing. The staff at Monkey are excellent with Sonia making sure our holiday was the best it could be. The other members of staff were great, good food, clean rooms and a drink waiting for you. The rooms in the villa are well equipped and are beautifully furnished. The large swimming pool gave everyone enough room to either swim or just relax on a lilo This is the best villa we have stayed in during our visits to Barbados. Thank you
Stayed 15 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Neil G.

Liked: Cleanliness
50th celebration at Monkey Hill
We had 12 of our friends to join us in Barbados to celebrate my wife's 50th Birthday and I have to say it could not have been a more pleasurable experience. Monkey Hill Villa was exceptional, it was clean and everything I expected plus more. The staff, Sonia, Pam and Sandra were just brilliant and Sandra the cook (She is a Chef really) cooked the most beautiful meals, all freshly made and all made with care so we and our guests got everything we wanted. We had a BBQ one night and hired in a man playing the steel drums. Sandra cooked Jerk Chicken, Lamb lollipops, steak and prawn skewers with all the sides you need and it made the night that extra bit special. My wife had her 50th birthday which is why we were all there and Sandra made several cakes over the week and always made us feel special. I would highly recommend Monkey Hill Villa and the area it is in if you are looking to rent somewhere in Barbados. Barbados is beautiful, a little expensive maybe but you pay for what you get. We went to The Cliff for my wife's birthday and again the ambiance, service and the food was amazing. Sonia is able to get taxi's, boat trips pretty much anything organised at short notice which makes life easy. Great time with great friends in a great house. 100% satisfied. - Neil
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing villa, incredible staff, lovely stay
We were a party of 12, the villa is stunning, location amazing and the staff, Sonia & Makita made us feel so welcome. We cannot recommend this property enough. We will be going back in the future!!!! Thank you again Paul & Linda
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

Awesome in Every Way!
Monkey Hill Villa was so perfect for our Family holiday!! The location, ocean views and the Villa itself are superb!! Sugar Hill estate is beautifully landscaped and cared for and Monkey Hill is a jewel within .... each bedroom/en-suite with its unique luxury decor, balcony/terrace and all leading onto a spacious open outside living area with really lovely outdoor furniture (Firepit a favourite every evening with lots of laughter) with of course those amazing views ... beautiful sunsets every evening! The pool is perfection! The most important treasure at Monkey Hill is without doubt, Sonia, our Housekeeper and now, friend! What a very special Lady she is! A very genuine desire to ensure that we felt at home and happy ... so helpful in that inimitable Bajan relaxed way where everything is just ‘cool’!!! Wish we were still there! Thank you so very much, Natalie, Juliette and, of course, dear Sonia! Karen, Colin and all The Family
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2019