Very Spacious, Private, Open Plan Retreat. Pool And Stunning Views Of West Coast
Villa in Saint James
12 guests · 6 bedrooms · 6 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Kitchen or Kitchenette and more
About this villa rental
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Contact owner for accurate pricing during Peak holiday periods when there is NO additional charge for extra guests due to a higher minimum nightly rate.
Peak holiday times:
Christmas/New Year, February Half term and Easter holidays.
The Old Sugar House is welcoming and bright with a vibrant, open-hearted, homey ambiance. The large common area of living room, bar and dining areas become a sociable central zone, spilling out onto the patio and pool. It is available to rent from 3 bedrooms up to 6 bedrooms and is fully staffed with private Chef, Butler and Housekeeper 6 days weekly. Pricing depends on amount of bedrooms required/number of guests in party. In off peak periods the minimum rate is £950 per night for the use of 3 x bedrooms/up to 6 guests. There is then an additional £110 per person per night for additional guests requiring more bedrooms. The villa can accommodate 12 guests as the Media room converts into a sixth bedroom (with Twin beds only) and has AC, ceiling fan, wardrobes and an en suite shower/wc. Good wifi throughout the property.
There has been substantial upgrading and modernising of the en suite bathrooms and to the furnishings throughout.
There are two very large Master bedroom suites which have Super King size beds, double sinks in the en suite bathrooms, separate wc, dressing rooms, AC, ceiling fans, and private patio/deck leading from french windows with fantastic views of the west coast which can be admired whilst relaxing in comfortable lounge beds. Flat screen TVs in each master suite are concealed in armoires.
The remaining bedrooms can be made up as King size or Twin rooms (Media room or sixth bedroom can only be a Twin). All have En suite shower rooms, ample wardrobe storage for clothing, AC and ceiling fans.
It is important to note that there are 4 bedrooms in the main house to the East of the property, 2 on the ground floor right next to each other and 2 on the upper floor right next to each other. The fifth bedroom is located to the West of the property (other end of the living deck) and is not suitable for children/teenagers under 14 yrs when travelling in a family group unless sharing with another older teenager or adult. Likewise, the Media room or sixth bedroom although nearer to the other bedrooms, is a little distance away and is suitable for adults or older teenagers. It is only recommended for younger children if sharing with an adult or teenager but not for young children by themselves.
Built on the site of an old sugar storage barn this villa is the perfect choice for relaxed, outdoor Caribbean living at its best. Elegant yet informal, it is deceptively spacious with sweeping views towards the ocean on west coast . The decor throughout is very tasteful with a soothing, neutral palette, creating a totally laid-back environment in the most idyllic, tropical setting.
Three large, comfortable sofas and four great swivel chairs are arranged on the covered living deck for relaxing anytime of day. There is a strategically placed bar with fridge, sink and bar stools which is a fun, social area if a short break from the hot sun is needed during the day. This is also a great meeting place for drinks and nibbles in the evening before dining around a beautiful, locally crafted Coral stone table which seats 14 people and up to 16 people if needed.
The open plan living deck and dining areas lead onto the swimming pool deck which has ample sun loungers, tables and umbrellas. The incredible panoramic views of the west coast are clearly visible from the majority of areas of the house.
The library is well stocked with easy holiday reading, board games, playing cards and a basket of wooden cars and various toys for young children. This is a very useful area for students who may need some quiet time to complete assignments or if one needs to make a private business call. Both AC & ceiling fan in the library.
A short 3 minute drive takes you to the famous Mullins Beach and the gorgeous beaches in Speightstown are just another 3 minute drive north, though it may be difficult to pull yourself away from the breeze-swept pool and outdoor Jacuzzi where many an ice cold local Deputy lager and delicious sun-downer cocktail have been enjoyed.
The three exceptional staff of private chef, butler and housekeeper make sure everyone has a truly relaxing holiday. They will greet you on arrival, offer helpful tips on where to go, book restaurants for you, organize transport if required and generally ensure you have everything you need. Chef will help plan menus and can cater for special dietary requirements. Our butler will keep everyone hydrated with delicious cocktails and the housekeeper sees to items of guests personal laundry as well as ensuring all rooms and en suite facilities are thoroughly cleaned and fresh linens provided regularly.
It is impossible not to fall in love with The Old Sugar House where guests experience the beauty of Barbados and make amazing holiday memories to last a lifetime.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Saint James
££££
Ratings and reviews
Summary of reviews
The villa is stunning with attentive staff and amazing views. The chef's dishes are delicious, the butler makes great drinks, and the housekeeper is quick and thorough. Communication with the owner was excellent, making for a stress-free and love-filled experience. Definitely recommend!
10.0 / 10.0
You will NOT regret booking this villa. The pictures on VRBO doesn't do it justice. This villa is STUNNING. The Staff and owner are so kind, fun, attentive and accommodating. My family and friends came to bim from the 3-9 Aug to celebrate my birthday and this was the best place I could've chosen. Having a chef really made the experience 1000x better as no one had to worry about cooking. Everything he made was super tasty. The butler (Omar) made THEE best rum punches, even sent us home with a bottle. He even helped us decorate for my birthday pool party. The housekeeper is soooo quick. By the time we finished having breakfast she would've already finished cleaning our rooms, wash our dirty clothes and folded them. The entire staff here was so helpful and kind. They really treated us with love. I will definitely be back. Sue (the owner) was extremely responsive and made ALL my special requests happen even early check in. If you want to have an amazing stress-free time with family and friends, BOOK HERE NOW :)
5.0 / 10.0
Our family of 12 recently had the pleasure of vacationing here and loved every single thing about it. The villa, pool, and grounds are gorgeous and the sunsets absolutely spectacular. The villa is well designed with an abundance of covered areas to socialize and beautiful views to enjoy from wherever you are. There are two different eating areas where our large group gathered and enjoyed delicious meals prepared by Chef Terry and served by our butler Omar. Everyone on the staff team was so wonderful. They were very kind and personable and we enjoyed interacting with them throughout our stay. Omar made amazing Pina Coladas and rum punches which we loved. Communication with the lovely owner was excellent and we really appreciated how she went out of her way to ensure that things were well equipped for our four young little ones and we were all well taken care of. We have only been home a few days and our adult children cannot stop talking about how amazing this vacation here was! Thank you so much for this vacation of a life time!
10.0 / 10.0
Our family of 12 recently had the pleasure of vacationing here and loved every single thing about it. The villa, pool, and grounds are gorgeous and the sunsets absolutely spectacular. The villa is well designed with an abundance of covered areas to socialize and beautiful views to enjoy from wherever you are. There are two different eating areas where our large group gathered and enjoyed delicious meals prepared by Chef Terry and served by our butler Omar. Everyone on the staff team was so wonderful. They were very kind and personable and we enjoyed interacting with them throughout our stay. Omar made amazing Pina Coladas and rum punches which we loved.
Communication with the lovely owner was excellent and we really appreciated how she went out of her way to ensure that things were well equipped for our four young little ones and we were all well taken care of.
We have only been home a few days and our adult children cannot stop talking about how amazing this vacation here was! Thank you so much for this vacation of a life time!
10.0 / 10.0
Stunningly beautiful 😍
When we arrived, we we’re blown away. The pictures do not do it justice. The property is beautifully presented and equipped with everything you could ask for.
The gardens are amazingly beautiful and the pool and hot tub, inviting. Each room has air conditioning, is spacious and have comfortable beds however, just to mention that most rooms including the communal spaces do have some sort of open aspect so do be aware, you may be visited by a few harmless creepy crawlies. But don’t let that put you off of staying at this luxury villa. The WiFi is great all over the property and there is a Sonos system so don’t forget to download the app so you can have the music of your choice played on the outdoor speakers whilst taking in the far reaching views.
Terry the chef, is absolutely perfect. He makes the most amazing mouthwatering dishes at your request. He was available for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Omar, the butler is always attentive and always on hand to help and keeps your glass topped up. 🙃 He makes the most amazing rum punch which must be sampled.
Ameena and Bibi, the two house keepers are fantastic too. Always with a smile and were very helpful with my elderly dad.
Communication with the owner, Sue was great and she always responded quickly with any questions. She was also very helpful with suggestions for our arrival shopping list to make sure we had the essentials for our first evening and following morning meals.
We were a good of ten with ages ranging from age 9 to 85 and we all had a great time.
Terry informed us that we were the first ever black family to stay at the house in his 15 years of working there so we were very honoured. We are all Bajan by decent and traveled from the USA and U.K. to have our family reunion. We also have family in Barbados who came to visit us there and the staff were happy to cater for our guests. Thank you to the owner Sue and all the staff for making us feel so very welcome and we are already planning our next stay.
Absolute 100%. Xxx
10.0 / 10.0
Sunsets, rum punch, and delicious meals await you!
The Old Sugar House (TOSH) is a beautiful, sprawling home located on a ridge overlooking the west coast of Barbados with amazing views. Even more spectacular than the spacious 6 bedrooms, each with their own bathroom, is the expansive covered outdoor gallery area with several comfortable couches and chairs, two large dining tables, and bar area where we spent much of our day. In addition, there is a beautiful pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas.
We were lucky to spend 10 days at this unique home. From the moment we arrived and Omar welcomed us with our first rum punch until Terry prepared our final breakfast, the staff were attentive and made our stay enjoyable and relaxing. The housekeepers worked their magic each day as we ate breakfast and did laundry and ironing as needed.
Communication with Sue before our arrival was easy. She always responded to questions quickly and offered helpful suggestions about purchasing groceries and beverages prior to arrival.
We were very happy with the location, although the beach is about a 20 minute walk away. TOSH offers a very quiet, private stay, while being just off one of the main highways, which makes for easy access to many of the sights on the island. Located about 10 minutes from Speightstown, 15 minutes from Holetown and about 20 - 30 minutes from Bridgetown, we found it easy to get around with our car rental.
Highly recommended for a large family gathering or for multiple couples vacationing together. We hope to return to TOSH some day! Enjoy!
10.0 / 10.0
Beyond my wildest dreams!
This was a celebration girls trip I dreamed of and planned for over a year, my dreams of this villa did not even touch the reality! The pictures and video show how amazing the villa is but when you see it in person, it is jaw dropping. Sue was amazing to work with in the planning phase, even helped make reservations for the 10 of us for several things before we arrived. We were all so pleased when Sue was there to greet us on arrival, she truly is a superb host! Terri, Omar, Aleena and BiBi took amazing care of us throughout our entire stay, not an easy task with 10 women. Everyone commented on how comfortable everything is, from the beds to the chairs and sofas. I could actually see the monkeys in the trees from the master bedroom shower! Don’t miss the amazing sunsets or watching the monkeys while floating in the pool. All 10 of us are looking forward to our next trip here!
10.0 / 10.0
Loved it!!
We have just returned from a wonderful stay at The Old Sugar House. The house is perfect for a large group - it really felt like our own private boutique hotel! Literally, everyone's jaws dropped when we walked in and saw the amazing outside/inside living spaces and the lovely views towards the sea. Everyone was happy with their rooms and we loved the pool and gardens. We were in Barbados with a group of friends celebrating our 70th birthdays and 50+ years of friendship, having all met at University. This house was perfect for us - exceptionally comfortable and a perfect party pad!
The staff was phenomenal! Omar and Terry and everyone at TOSH took very good care of us, without ever feeling obtrusive. Such a treat to return from a day at the beach to your clean laundry folded nicely in your room. Every meal they prepared for us was wonderful and Omar made the best Rum Punch.
Sue was a pleasure to deal with and very quick to respond to any questions. I cannot recommend this property highly enough.
10.0 / 10.0
Relaxing & peaceful!
Beautifully presented villa staffed with an excellent team - highly recommended
10.0 / 10.0
The house was amazing, the photo’s don’t do it justice. The location was ideal.
Sue was so helpful and couldn’t do enough for us. Terry, Kevin and Cherrie looked after us so well we felt spoilt. True paradise. Would love to stay again.
8.0 / 10.0
It was very nice.
It was very nice. However we ran out of toilet tissue and having 8 women in the house it was difficult but we went out a purchased our own.
10.0 / 10.0
Ocean view, large pool, hot tub, 6 bedrooms-all with private bathrooms, fantastic outdoor living and dining areas. What made our week even more special was the villa staff: Chef Terry cooked us a wonderful breakfast and dinner each day, Housekeeper Cherry kept villa clean, but THE best was KEVIN! Always with a smile,he was available 12plus hours a day to make our days special. In addition to preparing our dining tables, serving, he helped us with menus and volunteered to do the shopping. Kevin makes fantastic rum punches and other tropical drinks. He made sure our glasses were always ‘topped off’. Whatever the request, he said yes. What a treasure! None would be possible without the lovely owner Sue. She communicated promptly with answers to our many questions prior to arrival and warmly greeted us upon our arrival. You should look no further than this villa for your stay in Barbados.
10.0 / 10.0
THE BEST Villa in Barbados without a doubt!
Ocean view, large pool, hot tub, 6 bedrooms-all with private bathrooms, fantastic outdoor living and dining areas. What made our week even more special was the villa staff: Chef Terry cooked us a wonderful breakfast and dinner each day, Housekeeper Cherry kept villa clean, but THE best was KEVIN! Always with a smile,he was available 12plus hours a day to make our days special. In addition to preparing our dining tables, serving, he helped us with menus and volunteered to do the shopping. Kevin makes fantastic rum punches and other tropical drinks. He made sure our glasses were always ‘topped off’. Whatever the request, he said yes. What a treasure! None would be possible without the lovely owner Sue. She communicated promptly with answers to our many questions prior to arrival and warmly greeted us upon our arrival. You should look no further than this villa for your stay in Barbados.
5.0 / 10.0
I’ll start with the fact that part of what made the whole experience so wonderful is the setting, weather, surroundings, etc. The temperature throughout the week was ideal, it was hot but not humid, there was a subtle breeze (no strong winds ever) and the temperature at night was also quite perfect, warm but not muggy. Our group consisted of 10 people, 6 adults and 4 children ranging in ages from 6 months to 4 years old. The house is more than large enough to accommodate a group of our size and to give everyone a nice balance of quiet areas and personal space along with some fantastic common areas to congregate in. The house itself is beautiful and well furnished, the kitchen is nice and spacious and the rooms are all very nice. The covered outdoor space is beautiful and incredibly convenient when letting young ones wander around and avoid too much sun. The furniture in this area is particularly comfortable, including four glider chairs and three spacious sofas. I’d say this is probably the best part of the house. The pool is also really great and even bigger than I anticipated from the pictures. Lots of comfortable, clean pool chairs to use and to enjoy the sunny weather. And finally, the views from virtually any of these places is spectacular, best of all were the sunsets of course. In addition, what truly made this vacation memorable are the people. It’s evident that Sue truly cares for her house and her guests and she made the entire process of booking and then preparing for our trip a seamless experience. She was pro-active with things like arranging rental cars, transfers from the airport, organizing food and drinks for our arrival and even in helping us prepare packing lists. Our house host Kevin was extremely hospitable and he is such a stand-up guy. He went out of his way to make sure everything about our stay was wonderful from accompanying us to the grocery store to preparing refreshing cocktails (at the perfect time). Terry is a wonderful chef and cooked some top notch meals for us all week. Hard to say which meal was the best but some highlights included, bajan style chicken, lightly breaded flying fish, a delicious chicken curry, pepperpot stew and burnt onion rice, etc. Sherry-Ann kept the house tidy and took great care of us all week too. Together the crew made this vacation that much better. Needless to say, it was a fantastic experience and we will absolutely be returning at some point (soon).
10.0 / 10.0
Perfect place for a family stay
I’ll start with the fact that part of what made the whole experience so wonderful is the setting, weather, surroundings, etc. The temperature throughout the week was ideal, it was hot but not humid, there was a subtle breeze (no strong winds ever) and the temperature at night was also quite perfect, warm but not muggy. Our group consisted of 10 people, 6 adults and 4 children ranging in ages from 6 months to 4 years old. The house is more than large enough to accommodate a group of our size and to give everyone a nice balance of quiet areas and personal space along with some fantastic common areas to congregate in.
The house itself is beautiful and well furnished, the kitchen is nice and spacious and the rooms are all very nice. The covered outdoor space is beautiful and incredibly convenient when letting young ones wander around and avoid too much sun. The furniture in this area is particularly comfortable, including four glider chairs and three spacious sofas. I’d say this is probably the best part of the house. The pool is also really great and even bigger than I anticipated from the pictures. Lots of comfortable, clean pool chairs to use and to enjoy the sunny weather. And finally, the views from virtually any of these places is spectacular, best of all were the sunsets of course.
In addition, what truly made this vacation memorable are the people. It’s evident that Sue truly cares for her house and her guests and she made the entire process of booking and then preparing for our trip a seamless experience. She was pro-active with things like arranging rental cars, transfers from the airport, organizing food and drinks for our arrival and even in helping us prepare packing lists. Our house host Kevin was extremely hospitable and he is such a stand-up guy. He went out of his way to make sure everything about our stay was wonderful from accompanying us to the grocery store to preparing refreshing cocktails (at the perfect time). Terry is a wonderful chef and cooked some top notch meals for us all week. Hard to say which meal was the best but some highlights included, bajan style chicken, lightly breaded flying fish, a delicious chicken curry, pepperpot stew and burnt onion rice, etc. Sherry-Ann kept the house tidy and took great care of us all week too. Together the crew made this vacation that much better.
Needless to say, it was a fantastic experience and we will absolutely be returning at some point (soon).
5.0 / 10.0
We had a wonderful week at The Old Sugar House. The bedrooms (all ensuite) are supremely comfortable and the staff couldnt be more helpful and amenable. The house is in a wonderful secluded position overlooking the west side of the island and while off the beaten track it is easily accessible with several houses nearby. The reception space is very well laid out with lots of different sitting and eating areas with plenty of room to entertain larger numbers. It is decorated beautifully, with quirky contemporary touches at the same time relaxed and tasteful. The gardens are beautiful and on several levels below the house. The wildlife enthusiasts in our party didnt need to leave the garden as hummingbirds flit in and out of the bushes by the pool and monkeys move stealthily in the trees behind stealing the flowers to eat delicately. Terry really looked after us well. He is a great cook and breakfast is not a meal to be missed especially when he is cooking his omelettes. Kevin is charming and gentle makes the best rum punches. Cherry Ann kept all our rooms spotless and ironed to perfection while always smiling. They were all absolutely sweet. We cannot recommend this villa more highly.
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful villa, an oasis in the the sugar canes
We had a wonderful week at The Old Sugar House. The bedrooms (all ensuite) are supremely comfortable and the staff couldn't be more helpful and amenable. The house is in a wonderful secluded position overlooking the west side of the island and while off the beaten track it is easily accessible with several houses nearby. The reception space is very well laid out with lots of different sitting and eating areas with plenty of room to entertain larger numbers. It is decorated beautifully, with quirky contemporary touches at the same time relaxed and tasteful. The gardens are beautiful and on several levels below the house. The wildlife enthusiasts in our party didn't need to leave the garden as hummingbirds flit in and out of the bushes by the pool and monkeys move stealthily in the trees behind stealing the flowers to eat delicately. Terry really looked after us well. He is a great cook and breakfast is not a meal to be missed especially when he is cooking his omelettes. Kevin is charming and gentle makes the best rum punches. Cherry Ann kept all our rooms spotless and ironed to perfection while always smiling. They were all absolutely sweet. We cannot recommend this villa more highly.
5.0 / 10.0
We visited The Old Sugar House for Christmas 2017 and couldnt have been more delighted. The property itself is stunning, in a beautiful location not too close to the sea but easily within walking distance. The bedrooms are spacious and the ample living area is furnished lovingly, as if it were our own home.The pool is just the right size and we spent lots of time in here during the hot days. There are more than enough sun loungers and umbrellas on the patio around the pool.Terry (the chef), Kevin (the butler) and Sherry-Ann (the maid) were brilliant. They made us feel so at home and made the holiday even better. Terrys food was a delight. Kevins drinks, his service and his chat were perfect. Sherry-Ann worked very hard and did a brilliant job.I cannot recommend The Old Sugar House more highly, we will certainly return in the future!
10.0 / 10.0
The most perfect place
We visited The Old Sugar House for Christmas 2017 and couldn't have been more delighted.
The property itself is stunning, in a beautiful location not too close to the sea but easily within walking distance. The bedrooms are spacious and the ample living area is furnished lovingly, as if it were our own home.
The pool is just the right size and we spent lots of time in here during the hot days. There are more than enough sun loungers and umbrellas on the patio around the pool.
Terry (the chef), Kevin (the butler) and Sherry-Ann (the maid) were brilliant. They made us feel so at home and made the holiday even better. Terry's food was a delight. Kevin's drinks, his service and his chat were perfect. Sherry-Ann worked very hard and did a brilliant job.
I cannot recommend The Old Sugar House more highly, we will certainly return in the future!
10.0 / 10.0
just perfect!
My family and I stayed at the beautiful Sugar House for 12 days! As soon as we walked in, we were blown away! The layout of the house is just fantastic! My mother still talks about it. The main living area is all in the open which makes it so relaxing and enjoyable. We were 7 adults (28-65) and 1 baby : it was just perfect! The layout of the house allowed for us all to be living under one roof yet still have privacy and quiet areas to enjoy when we wanted. The fact that it was baby proofed (baby gates for the stairs) and crib / high chair already in place made it really easy to travel with the little one! Kevin, Terry, Jill were all amazing and so helpful. The house is very clean, the staff is great, the house is perfect, Sue is so sweet and accomodating. We only have good things and great memories from our stay. I know every single one of us would recommend this house without hesitation.
10.0 / 10.0
Paradise in Paradise
What an absolutely incredible place. The views were indescribable, the staff warm, efficient and talented, and Sue & David did everything they could to make us feel as welcome as possible, without being intrusive. The best way to explain the layout was outdoors indoors. The villa's living areas have been designed to be sympathetic to the plantation and without walls or barriers, so 90% of your awake time is with only a roof only, over your head. It works incredibly well, although at night you have the ability to lock yourself in. Birds feed at the table and monkeys frolick in the trees, whilst you enjoy beautiful food or drinks from the various dining areas and bar. At times, we didn't want to leave the villa, as we preferred the food and ambience to anything else that Barbados had to offer.
It's a 15 minute walk to Mullins Beach, which is one of the best on the West Coast with a great restaurant, bar and all the usual watersports etc.
All the big and famous restaurants are only a 10 minute drive, assuming that you ever want to leave.
The kids said it was the best holiday they ever had, and the only challenge was getting out of Ireland life and back into the UK flow. Can't wait to go back, and we WILL go back
10.0 / 10.0
What a holiday !! What a villa !!
Spent a week here with a group of 10.Our party had the most amazing stay in this beautiful villa which was made all the more special by the fabulous staff. Our every need was catered for.
The location was fabulous as were the facilities and the views.........fantastic.
The property is well maintained and spotless with beautiful décor.
It was so nice of the owners to drop in and see us on our first day. We would all recommend this property and would love to return.......one day hopefully.
10.0 / 10.0
Brilliant
We had a lovely time in Barbados in this gorgeous villa! The staff was absolutely lovely and very helpful. I highly recommend a relaxing stay at the sugar house! Sophia from France.
Je recommande vivement un séjour dans cette villa absolument magnifique dans laquelle on se sent bien dès l'arrivée. Le personnel est très agréable et efficace. Un superbe séjour à la Barbade dont je me souviendrais! SOPHIA
10.0 / 10.0
A very special place.
Our family group of eleven, ranging from age 25 to 80, stayed at The Old Sugar House to celebrate a year of special birthdays and wedding anniversaries. We wanted somewhere really special and TOSH did not let us down. Sue and Dave were absolutely marvellous right from the start and helped in so many ways, including arranging our transport and preliminary shopping.
The outside area of the house is so very relaxing and we spent the first few days just staring out at the fantastic view over the sugar cane fields to the sea , looking at the beautiful gardens and watching the wildlife.
The staff are fantastic - Terry is an amazing chef, he discussed our menus with us for each day and accommodated everyone's tastes with no problem at all. Julius was always on hand, doing our shopping, setting tables, serving the food, pouring the wine, making amazing rum punch! Stephanie discreetly tidied, cleaned and also washed our clothes which appeared back in the wardrobe as if by magic.
There's plenty to do if you can tear yourselves away from the house. We didn't hire a car but it was easy to arrange taxis to accommodate all of us. We hired a private catamaran for 3 hours with a company called Small Cats; this was a great trip which took us swimming with the turtles and snorkelling over wrecks. The walk down to Mullins Beach takes about 20 to 25 minutes and is easy if you're reasonably fit. Unfortunately the beach bar wasn't open when we were there but it all looked good and we were easily able to hire jet skis.
I could say so much more but suffice it to say - just go and find out yourself - you won't be disappointed.
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous Old Sugar House
We had a family party of 9 adults at The Old Sugar House for a week ... it was the best week we could imagine. The setting, the furnishings, the staff were all first class. Sue and David were very helpful prior to our holiday and arranged car hire and taxis for us. They answered all our queries with patience and good humour. Julius, Terry and Stephanie at the house were all very obliging and professional and made the holiday the success that it was. We will certainly look at returning in the future.
10.0 / 10.0
Further Amazing Memories At The Old Sugar
This was my 4th stay at this wonderful property, I have stayed with Girlfriends, my partner and myself with a couple of friends, my partner and my children then aged 13/14 and another couple with there children similar ages, each time I hope that the house and staff are what I recall.......well this time I stayed with my 2 children now 19/20 my step children, 32/36 and there children 6/3 Oh and last but not least my mum, but we wont mention her age!!
The house was everything I recalled and possibly more!!
Julias who is the house manager could not have looked after us better, from accompanying us to the supermarket ( the previous week he had done all of the shopping for the guests) to making sure that we had everything required at both the dinner and breakfast tables, especially good at making sure that our wine glasses where never empty!!
One evening one of my grandchildren had what was the start of an ear infection at 11pm. ( diagnosed by Julias ) the adults had enjoyed the wine at dinner so Julias was our taxi down to the medical centre even waiting for us to be seen!
Then there is his famous "Rum Punch!" having also stayed in lots of hotels on the Island including Sandy Lane you will not find rum punch like it, apparently the secret is the limes but please don't tell Julias I shared this with you!
Terry our Chef was just amazing everything he cooked was just wonderful! as if we where not a crowd already we had friends on the Island so on one evening Terry cooked for a further 10 people all with fantastic results, nothing was to much trouble!
Stepheny ( Dusty )
I think the nickname we had for her says it all, Oh and the fact that we all returned home with cleaned ironed clothes in our suitcase, all the time having possibly 30 towels a day to launder!
Our days where mainly spent between fun in the pool and Jacuzzi with the amazing views from here to fun down on Mullins beach with its easy beach bistro ( Sunday afternoon a must with the band ) Sunbeds always available with quiet areas if required or as busy as you would like with the local watersport gentlemen who looked after us!
Sundowners where always a must back at the house for the view
Of the sunset!
As a family we travel most months a year usually to Europe enjoying 10 days usually in Feb March in the caribean my choice above all the hotels ( I have stayed in lots of them ) would be the personal service and wonderful surrounding of "The Old Sugar House!"
I booked upon our return for next year!
8.0 / 10.0
The Old Sugar House
This was our 7th time, so something must be bringing us back.
The outside space is perfect with the most amazing view.
This year there was only 4 of us + granddaughter of 9 months whereas before we have been 9 adults. It is great whatever the number.
The house is very comfortable, well designed and relaxing.
The staff are super and very helpful.
We will certainly return again. It should really be rated 4 1/2 stars but the survey wouldn't let me do that!
10.0 / 10.0
'Bajan Bliss'!!!!!
Luxury 5* Hotels, a la carte restuarants, spa, infinity pools .... no longer for us!!!! The Old Sugar House is all of that but soooo much more!!!!! It really felt like our own holiday home in Barbados - for just too short a time - so very, very special! Privacy, Peace, Seclusion, Luxury - a totally decadent 10 days!!!
As soon as you walk through the door you are captivated, not just by the House itself but by the caribbean vista beyond. Open-plan living area, luxury interior design but with a cosy, casual Bajan feel that made you feel relaxed instantly! Beautiful bedrooms (beds so, so comfortable) 3 with private balcony areas, wonderful ensuite fittings. Magnificent Kitchen - not that we were in it that much of course as we made new friends of Terry (our Chef), and Andrew (his Bajan Rum Punch is so hmmmmm!! ... oh what a joy - fabulous Breakfasts and Dinners all in friendly consultation with our tastes - truly brill!!!! Delightful Stephanie, our Housekeeper, magically appeared daily - our suitcases returned home with clothes as laundered as when we arrived!!!
The design/layout of the house together with the clever arrangement of furnishings meant that you could all be together in a group or in different quiet areas.
We celebrated a Special Birthday as a Family and the privacy this gave us was unbeatable - Sue & Dave (The Owners) were exceptional - their desire to ensure that our time in their home was a happy one was outstanding!
Barbados is a beautiful Island with beautiful people, colourful towns to visit, Plantation Houses for Lunch, lovely bajan beaches with characterful eating places - great food. Swimming with the Turtles is a must - WOW!!! Our aim is to 'sashay' and live life the Bajan way!!!
Think you've have gathered by now that The Old Sugar House was more than special - vivid lifetime memories to treasure! Our expectations were high from the site review but were indisputably exceeded!!!!
Would give TOSH 10 Stars if we could - you really have to go!!!!
Thank you ... Thank you ... Thank you
Karen & Family
NB
There is no "Recommended for" box for a 'Wedding' ... Perfect Location!!!!! Our Daughter has clocked it already!!!???
10.0 / 10.0
A Holiday to Remember
We stayed at the Old Sugar House for ten perfect days this March. As soon as we arrived we were greeted by Andrew and a wonderful welcome cocktail to set the holiday mood.
The house is spectacular with a perfect layout for a large or small groups. There were 12 of us - 9 adults and 3 children. The house is divided with a master bedroom and twin room upstairs, master and twin/double room downstairs, twin room over the opposite side of the ground floor and a double room in the garden area. It is a perfect division for families to be together but with the privacy of a separate bedroom area.
The house is well equipped with everything you will need. The chairs in the lounge area are so comfortable to sit and enjoy the warm breeze and take in the spectacular view of the ocean. We spent many an afternoon doing this while the children swam in the pool.
The pool and hot tub at the house are perfect. The pool has a large set of stairs at the entrance which make it great for smaller children to be able to play in the pool without going too deep.
Terry cooked breakfast and dinner for us daily. His use of spices is superb. Each day was a different meal with a different flavour. He introduced us to the Bajan way of cooking which was delicious. Two of the children in the group were made earlier kid friendly meals which kept them happy until the main meal was served. This was done without us asking and very much appreciated. Andrew waited on us and always made sure we had everything we needed. His rum punch was delicious which he made daily for us.
Stephanie kept all the rooms and the house looking in tip top condition. We rarely saw here but knew she had been there to clean up as everything was put back in its place each day. This is the only holiday where we came back with clean laundry thanks to Stephanie - what a treat.
The location of the house is perfect. It is a 5 minute ride to Mullins Beach which is a great beach with lots going on - water sports, beach chairs and a great restaurant for lunch. A short drive away is Holetown where there is a supermarket and fresh fish market. The fresh fish stand is great priced for some local fresh fish caught that morning.
During our stay we did a catamaran tour, Jammin, and went to Lobster Alive for lunch in Bridgetown. Both were a great experience. We highly recommend both of them.
What more can I say. The Old Sugar House is a beautiful, private home located in paradise.
10.0 / 10.0
The Old Sugar House
The Old Sugar House was exceptional! A fabulous staff greeted us with rum punch upon our arrival. We felt right at home, the minute we walked in! The decor was stunning, but cozy and comfortable. The property was well maintained and the staff tended to all of our needs from shopping for groceries, cooking our meals, doing our laundry, and providing helpful information about the area. The house overlooks a sugar plantation and offers breathtaking views of the Caribbean from every direction. You could tour the beautiful island of Barbados or just lounge and relax at the pool. The owner provided me with all the information I needed prior to our trip and the arrangements that she made for us were seamless. We miss The Old Sugar House, but plan on returning every year to rekindle the family memories we made there. Great house and beautiful, honest and caring Bajans! You will not be disappointed!!
10.0 / 10.0
Brilliant holiday
The Old Sugar House exceeded our expectations, the internet pictures don't do justice to the property. The outdoor living area, the patio/pool and the beautiful gardens combine to provide an exceptional property.
The staff were wonderful and adapted to our needs to make the holiday completely relaxing, providing early dinner for the toddlers to enable relaxed evenings for the grown-ups.
Nothing was too much trouble for Julius who quietly and unobtrusively kept everything running smoothly.
We will all enjoy our memories of TOSH for many years to come.
10.0 / 10.0
'Welcome back'
After a 10 yr gap, our return to TOSH felt like a home coming. The Staff are so welcoming, caring and thoughtful. Nothing is too much trouble. The Grounds & setting are beautiful and so suited to relaxed family time. We love the stylish & glamorous outdoor living space that hugs the pool area. A sophisticated villa with a homely feel.
The Whittaker Family.
FAQs
How much does this villa cost compared to others in Saint James?
The average price for a rental in Saint James is £475 per night. This rental is £538 above the average.
Is parking included with this villa?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Very Spacious, Private, Open Plan Retreat. Pool And Stunning Views Of West Coast. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this villa?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Very Spacious, Private, Open Plan Retreat. Pool And Stunning Views Of West Coast. Enjoy the water!
Is Very Spacious, Private, Open Plan Retreat. Pool And Stunning Views Of West Coast pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Very Spacious, Private, Open Plan Retreat. Pool And Stunning Views Of West Coast?
We found 13 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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