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Tropical haven in Barbados

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Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Outdoor pool
4 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8297 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Tropical haven in Barbados

Ancient Grove

A beautiful Balinese style 4 Bedroom Villa in an incredible setting surrounded by tropical landscaped gardens and a 30' infinity pool overlooking the ocean. The villa blends naturally into the outside world with many balconies to create an unforgettable Caribbean experience.

Ancient Grove is located in a unique setting perched above an ancient gully. Guests will be immersed in a lush environment surrounded by songbirds and stunning views.

A quiet comfortable stay, with all the luxuries of home but the experience of living within a tropical jungle.

For your comfort, all the bedrooms are equipped with carefully selected linens, pillows, and towels. And 3 of the bedrooms are cooled with AC for your comfort.

The dining room is set up to accommodate a spacious 6-10 person meal. The comfortable indoor and outdoor living rooms will each easily seat 8.

The 30-foot infinity pool, pool deck, lounge chairs, lush tropical landscape, and shaded gazebo are there for your enjoyment. The pool is only shared with one other villa on the other side of the property.

The home is available for its guests exclusively. Our villa manager Georgia will be there to meet you when you arrive, show you around and answer any questions you might have.

Ancient Grove is perfectly located on the West Coast of Barbados within a 5-minute drive to some of the world's best beaches, restaurants and shopping.

Speightstown, a five-minute drive away is a lively little fishing town with local and world-class dining options. As well as banks, a supermarket, pharmacy, shopping, and fish market.

Pristine white sand beaches fully equipped with lounge chairs and water sport options are within a 5-8 minute drive.

Because there is so much to see and do in Barbados we highly recommend hiring a car so that your experience here is optimized. However if you prefer we can recommend a reliable taxi or chauffeur service.
Your villa includes three private car parking spaces.

Ancient grove is a short drive away from three championship golf courses; Royal Westmoreland, Sandy Lane Green Monkey, and Apes hill as well as polo and tennis clubs.

At Ancient Grove, our intention is to make our guests experience as special as possible and we are happy to arrange to have the home stocked with your favorite wines prior to arrival as well as a private chef to prepare meals ($)

Therapeutic massages in the gazebo or your private room have a long history at the villa and always an option within 48-hour notice.($)

For large groups that require more space please consider also renting Ancient Grove One which is located on the other side of the property, which will give you exclusive access to the whole property and 5 additional bedrooms, which is ideal for wedding parties, family vacations, or any larger function.(please contact us about booking both houses)

Property manager

Kimberley Mikulis

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sun loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shared/communal pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Kitchen island
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Outdoor shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Climate control

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is only permitted on the balconies.

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Fishing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golf nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 3200 sq ft (297 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Map
Speightstown, St.Peter

What's nearby

  • Heywoods Beach - 5 min drive
  • Port St. Charles Marina - 5 min drive
  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 8 min drive
  • Mullins Beach - 10 min drive
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jac's Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Chefette Lancaster - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sand Dunes Bar & Restaurant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Chefette - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Pub - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Tropical haven in Barbados have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Tropical haven in Barbados pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tropical haven in Barbados ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tropical haven in Barbados ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tropical haven in Barbados located?

Situated by the sea, this vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of St. Peter Parish Church, Speightstown Esplanade, and Arlington House Museum. Speightstown Mural and Heywoods Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Tropical haven in Barbados Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ancient Grove 2 -Private Family Escape
Ancient Grove 2 is an excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johannes N.

Jungle, nature and mountain view
Wonderful retreat from the hot and humid coastline. Withdrawn spacious villa with a charming garden. We'll miss it....
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ellen C.

Amazing
It's hard to describe ... but the house and setting are truly amazing. The house is well designed -- a sense of openness when inside -- great common space both inside and outside -- and -- quiet bedrooms; nice baths. The VRBO pictures don't lie. Ancient Grove also is well situated -- close to Speightstown and Holetown. Natalie and Patrick were very helpful in getting us oriented to the house and general directions. And, we had Richard White cook two meals -- first night and last -- each was terrific as is he. We were a group of 7 and each of us felt the same about our experience. Our only regret is that we wished we had more time in Barbados! We would not hesitate to recommend this home to other travelers seeking a quiet, beautiful spot close to lots of activity.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

rhonda g.

Tropical paradise.
Beautiful villa set in beautiful surroundings. Was ideal for our group of adults. The rooms were cooled by the trade winds so no need for air conditioning at all. Most of the rooms were light and airy. One of the downstairs bedrooms was a little disappointing compared to the other bedrooms. Also, the grounds are definitely not child friendly. There are 2 villas on the grounds so the pool is shared. Felt there ought to have been more loungers even though there are other places to sit such as the hammocks and the swinging chairs in the trees. Would definitely stay here again and again.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

NICHOLAS L., Burlington

fabulous, quiet, great staff and absolutely great driver they use,Patrick. we cabbed it for evenings
really beautiful villa, even shopped for us to have food when we got in. need a car or use Patrick. absolutely no negatives.
Stayed 13 nights in Feb 2018

2/10 Terrible

Linda W.

Spacious villa, but not a tranquil location and has issues
We stayed in Villa 2 (there are two large detached villas on this wooded site). Both villas offer a good degree of privacy, are spacious, and tastefully furnished inside. The beds were comfortable. However, unfortunately that's where the positives end. There were some major drawbacks which were not immediately apparent until we spent a night there. Extremely noisy skip trucks and cars frequently beep very loudly as they pass by on the road - in close proximity to both these villas. Our neighbours in Villa 1 expressed similar dissatisfaction about this. Dogs also barking for long periods every night nearby - so bring ear muffs! Security on the villa doors needs urgent attention as most shutter pins were missing and some exterior door handles were broken. We had to makeshift ways to close all the shutters at night to feel secure, and to prevent cool winds and bright garden lighting keeping us awake at night. Only 2 sun loungers by the pool to share between 2 family-sized villas! and no relaxation chairs exist in the communal gazebo (therefore this is misrepresented on HomeAway photos). No comfortable lie-back chairs on Villa 2 veranda - a point I raised with the owner but she did not seem to comprehend my point. Villa 1 outdoor chairs are different and comfortable. A small but irritating fact - you have to pay extra to watch the TV here! Finally, rodent traps right beside the bed in Villa 2 were not the most welcome sight! So overall, unfortunately this villa was a disappointment for us compared to other properties we have stayed in on the island.
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Brian N.

Lush tropical luxury
The villa was perfect for our needs, tastefully decorated, clean and comfortable. For us, the best part was the outdoor space, where we spent most of our time. The beds were comfortable, with extra pillows and blankets if we needed. There were large wardrobes in the bedrooms with plenty of hangers and storage. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything we needed and even toilet paper, dishwasher tabs and cleaning products were included. We were extremely well looked after by the Villa Manager met who met us on arrival and when departing. Natalie was at the end of the phone at any time should we need her. We would not hesitate in recommending this holiday property to anyone. It is extremely well managed, and represents excellent value for money.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Thore E.

Perfect stay - perfect place
Perfect stay and perfect place. Super perfect and professionel communcation with Brian, and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Isobel H.

Excellent
We really enjoyed staying here. The location is excellent and very private, with the house overlooking a green treed vally (fantastic views down to the coast!). Would definetly recommended hiring a car for the stay though, as it is remote. The house itself is bright, spacious and airy. With a big communal living room and outdoor seating. The pool is shared with the other house, also owned by Brian, but the houses are quite private from eachother. All in all it was a great, relaxing holiday and would 100% recommend, especially for the great views and remote location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Kyle H.

Very nice and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. Car beeping all night not great.
Property was clean and beautiful.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Victoria D.

What a great experience!
Our stay was wonderful, the house if full of positive energy and the views are just marvellous! Brian and the team were very helpful throughout, and made our stay truly special. Thank you all and we will definitly be back very soon! :)
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fadi K.

Blast!
Nestled on top of a gulley, 2 beautifull extremely well kept villas with an inground pool, 5 minutes away from Speightstown, and from there a whole bunch of beaches to choose from. Super clean, tv, wifi, functional kitchen, BBQ area, 3 bedrooms with own private bathrooms, including an outside shower!!! great back deck for the early risers, just a superb place to spend time and relax.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jacek K., Montreal, Quebec

This place was fabulous.
This place was fabulous. It takes some time to get there from the airport, but it is so worth it.Those who are looking for a place to relax and to enjoy peacefulness will definitely love this cozy place The house is wonderful!When we first arrived at the apartment we had beers and juice boxes already waiting in the fridge in the very-well equipped kitchen, which included essentials like olive oil, salt, pepper, pots and pans, plates, cups, cutlery and even a cheese grater. We were quite happy and comfortable with the accommodation and how everything worked. Fresh towels and sheets awaited us on the second floor landing, which features a very clean bathroom and bedroom that had lovely views . The neighbourhood was safe, the locals were helpful and kind, and we had so much privacy - we truly felt at home.. We had such a wonderful stay that we honestly cannot wait for our next visit! A huge thank you to Brian for an unforgettable experience.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mary K.

Paradise in Barbados
Brian's home in the hills of Barbados is gorgeous, private and so relaxing. We are a family with 3 children (ages 3 to 11) who travelled with 2 other adults and we still had an extra room to spare. The property was well-maintained throughout our 10-day stay and offered a gorgeous pool that we used daily for morning and early evening dips, as well as a lovely backyard lounge area. We explored many different beaches throughout our stay ranging from a 10-min to a 30-min drive away. The kids enjoyed hunting for the frogs, toads and lizards that could be found on the property, and we saw monkeys in the yard as well. Close to both east and west coast beaches. Near Speightstown which we loved because there were plenty of amenities without being touristy. Local Bajans were lovely. We were worried that there was no air conditioning - but none was needed with a lovely evening breeze and great ceiling fans. A beautiful vacation property. Thank you, Brian (and Rachael)! We will definitely be back.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Fadi K.

Beautiful relaxing out of the way villa
Gorgeous villa shielded from the hussle and bustle yet a few minutes from beautiful beaches, restaurants and night life. Spacious, clean, great back deck, bbq, swimming pool. We enjoyed our stay tremendously and will definetly be back.