We just returned from a week's vacation at Willoughby Bay and loved every minute of it! The very private, tranquil location of the house away from the hustle and bustle of English Harbor allowed for quiet relaxation on the beautiful balcony overlooking the Bay. No noise except for the sound of wind and waves (and the occasional rain shower - that turned to quite the storm at night). But the house is solid and safe. While the decor of the house may not be able to compete with the sleek, modern interior of neighboring villas, the location cannot be better. After spending the day swimming or exploring the island, we were always glad to return home, kick off our sandals and relax in the cool breeze on the balcony. The house itself is clean and the beds comfortable which is all that mattered to us. We cannot wait to return to this piece of paradise.

Jean and Ralston were amazing! The home is a little dated, but it’s perfect! It fits the culture. You absolutely can not beat the views! Like I said, it’s in a quiet ‘working class’ neighborhood, on the south side of the island. Not in the middle of the hustle and bustle of the city. If you’re looking for a great, safe place to chill out and relax, this is your place! We took our two boys with us ( 9 & 11) and they had a blast in the pool! I loved visiting with Ms. Jean and Mr. Ralston, there story will inspire you! They just made you feel at home. Every person / company the recommended was top of the line! Don’t look anywhere else, this is the place you want to be for your relaxing Antiguian vacation!

The villa was everything we hoped for, very peaceful, private and tranquil. The villa was very clean and equipped with everything we needed. The interior of the villa could do with a little updating perhaps, but the view from the balcony was so breathtakingly beautiful. The garden and the pool was gorgeous with plenty of places to sit in the sun but also plenty of shade as well! Jean and Rolston were friendly and approachable, it was so nice to chat with them and learn a little about their lives living in Antigua. The car hire firm that Jean recommended gave great service. Really appreciated the escorted service from the airport when we arrived, as the roads are very dark and the potholes awesome! Hope to return next year.

nice ideal quiet location. Especially since we used it as a family reunion. All what we would need for week vacation was there. Hosts/owner were very nice. I liked the that owner/host asked early on what we would need for provisions for that first day, and they were provided (milk, butter, bread, etc). After a long day of traveling it was to know that there was something there to get started. A great touch that I never encountered before in VRBO. I would recommend more plastic glasses, dishes for pool area use. Only issue was communication with owner prior to and during visit. There were delays we used texted and owners often used email through VRBO and we don't have a VRBO account to send responses through. Hope to vacation again here in a few years

nice ideal quiet location. Especially since we used it as a family reunion.All what we would need for week vacation was there. Hosts/owner were very nice. I liked the that owner/host asked early on what we would need for provisions for that first day, and they were provided (milk, butter, bread, etc). After a long day of traveling it was to know that there was something there to get started. A great touch that I never encountered before in VRBO.I would recommend more plastic glasses, dishes for pool area use.Only issue was communication with owner prior to and during visit. There were delays we used texted and owners often used email through VRBO and we dont have a VRBO account to send responses through.Hope to vacation again here in a few years

Two weeks in January 2018 were not enough, so we'll be back for three weeks next year! This was our fourth self-catering visit to Antigua, and Willoughby was the best of the four houses we have stayed in. It is well equipped, and everything works, including the hot water and broadband, both of which have been flaky elsewhere. The pool is crystal clear, but does not use chlorine, which is a bonus. Jean and Rolston met us at the villa, and ensured that the fridge was stocked with "welcome pack" items we had requested in advance. They were available on the phone throughout our stay, and sorted out a couple of minor niggles quickly and efficiently. The location of Willoughby is superb - 10 minutes from English Harbour and 20 minutes from Half Moon Bay. Recommended restaurants are Jacksons (formerly the Hideout), just two minutes from the villa, and Cloggys and Trappas in English Harbour. Looking forward to our return to Willoughby next year!

Two weeks in January 2018 were not enough, so well be back for three weeks next year!This was our fourth self-catering visit to Antigua, and Willoughby was the best of the four houses we have stayed in. It is well equipped, and everything works, including the hot water and broadband, both of which have been flaky elsewhere. The pool is crystal clear, but does not use chlorine, which is a bonus.Jean and Rolston met us at the villa, and ensured that the fridge was stocked with welcome pack items we had requested in advance. They were available on the phone throughout our stay, and sorted out a couple of minor niggles quickly and efficiently.The location of Willoughby is superb - 10 minutes from English Harbour and 20 minutes from Half Moon Bay. Recommended restaurants are Jacksons (formerly the Hideout), just two minutes from the villa, and Cloggys and Trappas in English Harbour.Looking forward to our return to Willoughby next year!

Spacious accommodation with all conveniences for a comfortable vacation. I deal for families.Jean and Rolston are great and nothing is too much trouble. the bay is great to look at but the beach is all stones and the sargasso weed was in when we were there (Late June) so not good for swimming, but you have the pool and there are 365 other great beaches in Antigua to choose from. Lovely quiet area, with nothing around so you will need a car to get about.English harbour is only 5 minutes away and the st James club even closer.

Spacious accommodation with all conveniences for a comfortable vacation. I deal for families. Jean and Rolston are great and nothing is too much trouble. the bay is great to look at but the beach is all stones and the sargasso weed was in when we were there (Late June) so not good for swimming, but you have the pool and there are 365 other great beaches in Antigua to choose from. Lovely quiet area, with nothing around so you will need a car to get about. English harbour is only 5 minutes away and the st James club even closer.

We had an altogether great holiday on Antigua. Although our inbound flight was delayed we we're greeted, as arranged, at the airport by a friendly representative of the car hire company that Willoughby's owners had recommended to us. He then drove us to the Willoughby property. His service was most helpful and uncomplicated. Do ask the Michaels for his service. Willoughby is situated directly on the waterfront of a peaceful bay. The views are unspoilt and second to none. The garden has been lovingly kept and offers practical spaces for bbqing, hanging out the laundry, and relaxing in the sun or shade. The pool was lovely! Salt water, no chemicals! There are sun loungers too. There is a constant refreshing breeze which helps keep mosquitoes at bay. Although the temperatures are high we had no need of the AC which is installed in every bedroom. Willoughby is fully furbished and the kitchen is very well stocked. We had everything we needed for our family vacation. There were even some great toys for our toddler and a baby's cot. We felt immediately comfortable and at home. Many thanks Michael family for this wonderful home from home. We would certainly book again. Yours, S, L, F

We are just back from a relaxing stay at Willoughby in the Antiguan sunshine. The house is in a perfect location overlooking the ocean, and is a short drive to some lovely restaurants and beaches. Our favourite beach was half moon beach and our favourite restaurant Cloggy's in Falmouth harbour. My son, Josh, loved swimming in the pool, and his mum & dad loved having sundowners on the deck! Thank you to Rolston & Jean for arranging everything so well and letting us enjoy their lovely house. Rachel, Neil & Josh Targett

Hosts are welcoming, very friendly and helpful! Location offers a quiet and beautiful spot to base your family or group away from the cruise and tourist crowds and vendors on the other end of the island - a short drive to English Harbour, or Half Moon Bay / Antigua Paddles and Stingray City in the other direction. The pool is a great spot to cool down after a day out exploring. The balcony is breezy, with comfortable seating and a spectacular view! Everything in the house worked well. We enjoyed cool breezes and air conditioned rooms for sleeping. This would be an excellent home base for an extended family group or a group of adults. Very spacious. Gas stove is helpful when the odd power outage occurs. We are grateful the hosts helped us find our car rental. We rented our vehicle from Egen at J & R rentals. We had a great experience with Egen, who met us at the airport and guided us to the house. Otherwise, I anticipate we would have been lost. Navigating roads requires a willingness to stop, ask locals, and laugh when you take the wrong route. Following Egen from the airport also helped our first drive through traffic circles driving on the left side of the road - yikes! Road crews repaired some of the worst pot holes the last day there, though I'm sure there will be plenty to keep you on your toes in a short while. I wish I had brought some games or cards for the evening wind down time. WiFi worked reliably, which was helpful. Phone lines in the area haven't been working well, so we used Skype to place calls when needed. We highly recommend this beautiful vacation rental. We hope to return. Thank you, Jean and Rolston, for a great stay!

This is a lovely house in a beautiful location with the beach literally at the end of the garden. It's probably not a beach you would want to swim from, being on the less sheltered side and with so many wonderful beaches to choose from in Antigua, but the view from the house and garden is stunning and there is a decent, well maintained, pool. There was a good refreshing breeze during our stay which kept the house cool and airy, but there is air con throughout the property if needed. We were a party of six needing four rooms, and the house accommodated us just fine. There were a few minor niggles and things that needed updating, but the owners were on the case immediately and very responsive to feedback. The location is excellent, close to English and Falmouth Harbours and within good reach of shops and restaurants, although a car is essential. The owners can recommend an excellent car hire firm. Thoroughly recommended.

You'll begin and end your days at Willoughby Villa sitting on the verandah, breathing the sea breeze and drinking in the incredible beauty of Willoughby Bay. It's truly a million dollar view and makes this property worth every penny. Hosts Jean & Rolston will make you welcome in their clean & spacious home, equipped with everything you'll need to be comfortable during your stay. You'll feel like a millionaire lounging around the large pool in the private back yard, just 10 or 15 meters from the shore. The colorful gardens attract hummingbirds and songbirds, green and brown lizards scurry along the walls and pelicans, osprey and frigate birds soar overhead. At night the moon and stars light the sky in spectacular fashion. Life is good here. To be clear, this isn't a mansion or even a fancy place. It's not priced like one, either. The decor could stand a bit of freshening, but after a day you'll hardly notice because it doesn't really matter. Everything functions properly and it's clean and comfortable. The kitchen has everything except a dishwasher, which we seldom use anyway. The refrigerator is huge, but the icemaker wasn't working (bagged ice was provided). The clothes washer worked nicely and we dried the clothes on the large line out back. The showers worked well and we had no issues with lack of water (it rained most nights). Though the beds were a bit firm for our taste, we slept well without using the A/C, the breeze and/or ceiling fans were all we needed. The location is quiet, but still only a few minutes drive from English Harbor and Falmouth, where we did most of our shopping, drinking and dining out. We felt perfectly safe here and the house is equipped with deadbolt locks, an alarm and motion-sensing lights. The yard is fully fenced also. Parking is tight, on the shoulder of the road outside the fence. There is a steeply angled driveway down to the garage, but I'd guess only an off-road vehicle could make it up and down. Our rental sedan couldn't come close. I wouldn't hesitate to come back to Willoughby and would absolutely recommend others considering it to call Jean and then go ahead and book it! You won't be sorry.

I can't say enough nice things about this place and the owners (Jean & Rolston Michael). We sat and talked with Jean & Rolston a few times and found them to very friendly, extremely helpful, and doing everything possible to make our stay on Antigua most enjoyable. The location is perfect if you want to be in the Southern area of the island which was nice and quiet compared to downtown St. John's. The was villa more than we expected from the pictures. The pool was clean, warm and plenty big enough for the 4 of us. Perhaps the best thing is the view from the upstairs balcony out towards the ocean and sky whether it be in the morning, afternoon or evening. Plenty of room in the bedrooms and everywhere in the Villa. We would return to this villa on another visit to Antigua!

Myself and family of 7 stayed at villa willoughby at the end of july/august 2016, our annual family holiday to antigua. We have stayed at various locations in antigua but Willoughby Villa has to be one of the best. We met Rolston at the property on arrival who gave us the walk round of the house , letting us know where things are etc , walking into that lounge/dinning room and seeing that view was magical. We met Jean later on . Both are fantastic people who gave us lots of tips , what taxi people to use , where nearest shops where etc.Great hosts The house is a beautiful house more than enough space for my family of 7, bedrooms are all big enough for large groups without being overcrowded and kitchen very well equipped.The pool, oh the pool , i spent most of my early mornings and late eveings in that beautiful pool . Fantastic fresh water pool. Overall myself and my family spent a fantastic 2 week holiday at Willoughby Villa , great views , great house , great hosts . Downside, i didnt buy the red velvet cake , lol Looking forward to return very soon. Thank you Jean and Rolston Xx

We stayed at the property for two weeks at the end of May 2016. The view from the balcony of the swimming pool and the shimmering ocean in the background is even more stunning than the pictures show. Combine that with swaying palm trees, chirping birds, cooling ocean breeze, and you have paradise. We had regular visitors every morning and afternoon. Two birds had built their nest nearby and would come in to pick up any tidbits for their little ones. The property is very peaceful. Our hosts Jean and Rolston are very caring and hospitable. They were in touch regularly to ensure everything was going well. The only thing that caught us off guard was that there was no Dryer. But there are clothes pins provided and the strong breeze dried off our clothes in no time. All in all, we loved the place and the rates are very reasonable given the gorgeous view, location, living space, and comfort you get – and the hospitality. I would hands-down, recommend this place.

We stayed at Willoughby at the end of May 2015 as our friends were getting married at the nearby St James club which was fully booked. Willoughby is a secret gem of a place in Antigua, The house is impeccably clean. The views are stunning and the pool is amazing. The house is very secure and you feel safe, there were only two of us and I was happy to pop out whilst my wife stayed in the house. The pool is fantastic Rolston the owner informed us of the new system that he had put in and it is amazing, it does not use chlorine so non stinging eyes or bad skin. Our friends who stayed nearby said the pool was better than any of those on their resort. The owners Rolston and Jean are lovely people and very helpful, they are great ambassadors for their Island and I think their pride and attention shows through in Willoughby. They also recommended Egen at J&R rentals for car hire, I would say car hire is a necessity at Willoughby, particularly in off peak season. We hired a 4x4 and Egen will collect you form the airport which is good after a long flight. All in all a great holiday, Jean did say to me that she thought Willoughby was not advertised enough, I agree, we do feel like we found an amazing 'secret' place in Antigua and will certainly be back!

We have been visiting Antigua since 2006 and rented several villas this is the best so far and here are the reasons why. The location is perfect if you want privacy it perfect there is a house next door but out of the 13 nights I saw gentleman twice from a distance. Ok the villa has a magnet called the balcony once out there it's hard to leave the views of the ocean is breathtaking with the bonus of the breeze which is wonderful it keeps cool during the day and is nice and cool in the evening the breeze also keeps the mosquitoes away not one bite at all in the time we were there. The pool is brilliant very good size with a new salt systems that makes it own chlorine and leaves the skin moist and soft not dried out which normally happens with most pools.To have your own garden that leads the the Atlantic Ocean is something we dream of if you fancy some early morning fishing. We were more than pleased we the villa and felt very safe with the security system which again gives you peace of mind I cannot say enough about the Villa we will be booking again because we feel it's everything we have been looking for. We met one of the owners and agree with previous reviews a charming and wonderful gentlemen who is just a phone all away. Fantastic Location, Villa, views & Pool. If you really want to Benefit the hire of a little boat would put the icing on a perfect holiday. A/C

Willoughby Villa is set in a nice quiet area to explore the beautiful island of Antigua. The location is actually superb, situated right on Willoughby Bay (with Eric Clapton’s Crossroads centre in the far distance). Willoughby Bay itself is a nature beach and perfectly ok to swim from but you also have the large private pool in the house gardens, and this was one of our main criteria for selecting the villa. The house itself is big (there were only two of us), with lofty ceilings and well finished kitchen and eating areas, it can comfortably sleep 8 without people being on top of one another. The views from the balcony are stunning. The pictures of the house and grounds on the site do not do it justice and you also benefit from a nice sea breeze which was really refreshing. Plus of course there is air conditioning in the bedrooms if things get too hot! Rolston and Jean were really helpful throughout our stay. They are a great couple, really friendly and knowledgeable about the island and living a few miles away they were close enough if we needed them for anything and always available at the end of the phone. To explore the island you need a car and Jean recommended that we use Egen at J&R rentals. He is a top man, very friendly and collected us from the airport and took us to the villa – we didn’t fancy driving in an unfamiliar country after a long flight. However, navigation around the island is an issue even with a map, there are few road signs and where there are signs such as in St Johns they are really small. We should have taken more seriously other reviewer’s advice about taking a sat nav. Thankfully the villa has decent wifi and I was able to download a free offline turn by turn navigation app called OsmAnd which worked well (we can recommend this app if any readers find themselves in a similar position). As other reviews mention the villa is very close to English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour (about 8 mins by car). Restaurants we visited while staying at the villa were The Hideout (very nice and close), Admirals Inn (fantastic location but food ok) but the pick for us was Ristorante Paparazzi on the other side of Nelson’s Dockyard – well worth a visit and the owner will even send across his launch to pick you up – a nice touch. Another great stop we made for lunch was Dennis’ on Ffryes Beach where they serve up some fantastic goat curry. Overall we really enjoyed our stay at Willoughby, Jean and Rolston were the perfect hosts

Our family of three enjoyed 2 very relaxing weeks at Willoughby. The property is on a prime site, with wonderful views and just as important benefits from the cooling breezes straight from the sea. The balcony or the poolside is the very best way to watch the ever-changing sky, and nightfall gives some dramatic sights. Just fill up your glass and relax. The owners of the property, Rolston and Jean made us extremely welcome and are a font of information, always available on the phone if needed, but not intrusive. The whole booking process etc was so easy and they are very laid-back. This part of the island is great if you prefer to be away from the hustle and bustle of St Johns. There is a great restaurant, the Hideout within walking distance, and a 10 minute drive away are some other great restaurants. We enjoyed Caribbean Taste near Nelsons Dockyard - homecooking and essentially in someone's front room. At this time of year though you have to be careful since many restaurants and bars are closed as this is the low season. The upside of all this is that there are no queues, no traffic and often we were the only people on the beach. Half-Moon Bay is as good as it sounds, and just walk around the headland and you are in a superb, exclusive beach. Don't forget your mask and snorkel - some great reefs.We did come eyeball to eyeball with a 60lb stingray mind you! Other great beaches are Rendez-Vous, which is nearby but takes 20 mins on a track. You need a Jeep for many off-the beaten track places but it was well worth it. We had the place to ourselves. Galleons beach and Pigeon Point are all nice and all very close. We drove round most of the island but found the best beaches on the doorstep. Plenty to do on the island. We didn't scratch the surface. We never tired of the beauty of the island, which is quite rugged in places. We are passionate about fishing and there are plenty of places. Try the pier at St James Club in Marmora Bay, just around the corner - tarpon, snappers, stingray, sharks, or find a spot in the Mangroves a few miles north. Boat rental is possible at Jolly Harbour, but you must bring your skippers licence. Any downsides? Not really. Come prepared for mosquitoes (maybe the time of year). And if your party is on the large side you may end up sleeping in a room without aircon. But beyond that you will have a great time. Lovely island, friendly people and superb hosts. All in all, a great place to spend a holiday

Stayed at Villa Willoughby this February for family holiday. We were 8 in total (4 adults, 2 teens and 2 kids) and had plenty of space. The villa is great and well maintained, but the two main draws here are the location and the people. The house is located on a slight rise and looks down over Willoughby Bay. The sunrise view in the morning is awesome, and unobstructed from the bay sea facing bedrooms, the upstairs deck and the pool. In February, there was a wonderful breeze coming off the bay everyday which made the hottest days more pleasant and deterred and mosquitos. The owners, Jean Michael and Rolston, are brilliant. We had many chats throughout our stay and benefitted from loads of local knowledge about Antigua and the neighbouring islands. They also came to our rescue when we foolishly locked ourselves out of the villa! Absolutely lovely people. We would recommend a stay here to anyone without hesitation. - Dave & Cecile

My wife and I stayed at this home for 10 days with our 2 kids (9 and 12) and had a great time. This property is located on Willoughby bay, one of the most beautiful areas in Antigua. The street is very quiet and is very close to English Harbour and Falmouth Harbour (about 8 mins by car). This is important because it makes it simple to go to the different beaches and activities. The house is large (far more space than we could use) with a great kitchen and living areas. The grounds are also very beautiful so if you enjoy pools this is a great location (we are more beach people so we did not use the pool). We always rent a car when we travel as it gives you the freedom of coming and going as you please. Jean recommended J&R rentals and they were very good providing not only a car but a second vehicle to get all our luggage to and from the property. If you don't have a GPS with maps of Antigua you will be completely lost since there are almost no road signs so purchase one before you go. Overall we really enjoyed our vacation. We travelled to many of the nearby beaches and really fell in love with Pigeon Beach (on Falmouth Harbour). We visited that beach many times. For those travelling with kids we would also recommend the Rainforest Canopy tour. My 9 year old daughter was a little afraid at the first zip line but was having great fun once we started the course. Overall Antigua is a very beautiful island with many places to explore and visit. It has enough beaches that you will find one that you will love. We will be coming back and would stay at Willoughby bay again.

Willoughby is a beautiful, comfortable, charming house with fantastic views of Willoughby Bay. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Willoughby and were very glad to meet Jean and Rolston who are two of the kindest renters I've ever met (so glad to have made new friends). We were on a charter yacht for 10 days and wanted just 2 more days in Antigua to enjoy the island - I wish we had decided to stay a full week at Willoughby! The common areas (kitchen, dining, living room, patio, pool and back yard) are fantastic - roomy and enjoyable. The bedrooms were lovely and very comfortable. I was in the master bedroom so can only speak to that one, but in that room we really didn't even need the a/c - the breezes were wonderful and the view of the pool and the bay below was awesome. I enjoyed falling asleep listening to the waves lap against the shore! If you're a sea glass collector, this is the place for you - my sister-in-law and I found tons of sea glass in a short excursion one afternoon. The pool is a perfect place to cool off after a day exploring Antigua. There is an excellent restaurant, Le Zest, within a short walk, and English / Falmouth harbours are a short drive away for everything else. We couldn't have been more happy with our decision to stay at Willoughby. Dear Jean and Rolston - thank you so much! Laura, Dan, Joan, Mike & Maria