Location: Negril, Jamaica, Caribbean (Fly Into Montego Bay, Be on Your Private Beach in 90 Minutes)
Accommodations: Private Compound, 7 Bedrooms + Sleeping Porch, 7.5 Baths (Sleeps 11-16)
Tingalayas Retreat is a Private Compound offering you Peace and Relaxation on the hip West End of Negril. You will enjoy our four lush acres including one acre on the ocean. We can accomodate up to 16. Smaller units are available, please contact us for availability.
Comfortable and Elegant our property is decorated with treasures from around the world, tiles from Morocco, wall hangings from Bali, and lots of original art. You will be soothed by the beauty inside and out.
Upon arrival you will be greeted by Jube, a caring Rasta who infuses Tingalayas with his earthy vibe. After you are shown to your room your next stop will be the private white sand beach and ocean fed pool.
On calm days you can take the ladder right into the ocean and float. Chill around the pool, lounge on the beach, sleep in a hammock. As the days end enjoy the famous Negril sunsets in your own private vacation home.
Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway or space for a family reunion, Tingalayas Retreat is for you. We can accommodate up to 16 of your family and friends. Please check our slide-show for more photos of our very special property.
Meals can be prepared by you or for you in our owner designed gourmet kitchen. Take your meals on the brick courtyard or in the traditional thatch roof dining room/lounge. We have ackee and breadfruit trees on the grounds along with mango, orange and lime trees.
When the weather cooperates we also have callaloo. Everything is organically grown.
When you have the desire to get out and about we can arrange a driver for you. We are close to many fine restaurants and also the famous Ricks Cafe. The 7 mile beach and it's reggae bars and restaurants are only minutes away.
We provide bikes for those who want to explore on their own. We are a short bike ride from Jackies on the Reef, a serene place to get a massage or have a drink at the organic juice bar. We can also arrange a massage for you at our place by Negril's treasure Oya Ozecan, a licensed physical therapist.
If you are looking for a place to really unwind and enjoy living the natural way, Tingalayas Retreat in Negril is for you.
Let us arrange for a driver to meet you at the airport.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Washer: Available as needed. Laundering is provided.
- Dryer: Available as needed.
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed (5)
- Twin/Single Bed
- Bunk Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed (2) : Daybeds on porch.
- Entertainment
- DVD
- Video Library: We have many recent DVD movies that can be played and shown on our portable movie screen.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Most rooms have I-Pod docks.
- Private Pool: We feature an ocean-fed pool that is built right into the cliff of our property. On calm days we encourage you to go right into the sea.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Industrial grade gas stove, 2 sinks, Fridge with ice-maker, plenty of counter space, a table that seats 4-6, and the computer station. The kitchen is bright, airy and decorated with antique stained glass transoms above the screened windows.
- Shared Kitchen: This large kitchen is for the use of all our guests. A cook can be provided for an extra charge.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available: Tingalayas is a bed and breakfast. Coffee, tea and your morning meal is included in the price of your stay.
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: We have a wood burning grill outside the kitchen. A jerk chicken meal can be cooked by your host, Jube, upon request.
- Deck/Patio: A serene brick courtyard is located right outside the kitchen.
- Lanai: Comfortably furnished with lounge chairs and daybeds.
- Gazebo: The Dining/Lounge area is located in a traditional Jamaican Thatch-roofed gazebo. The two dining table can accommodate up to 16. Thhis area is perfect for group meals, movie watching and just chilling
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Relax on the half-moon shaped white sand beach.
- Beach View
- Oceanfront: Sunset Cottage is the only unit right on the beachside. It is steps to the private sand beach and the ocean is viewable from your bed.
- Communications
- Cell Phone: Digicell local phone.
- Computer: Located in the kitchen.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Solar powered hot water, organically grown fruits and vegetables are grown on the property and served in season. Drivers can be arranged for airport pick up and drop off.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Renters must be 25 years of age.
- Smoking Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Live Reggae Music nightly on 7 mile Beach, drivers can be arranged. Day-trips to beautiful Mayfield Falls and The Royal Palm Preserve can be arranged. The famous Ricks Cafe is moments way. Many wonderful local retaurants are close by.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
High Season .. Dec 15-Apr 14 .. $9000/week
Low Season ... Apr 15-Dec 14 .. $5000/week
All Prices Are Before Taxes
Occasional Monthly Prices Available Upon Request
Checks Accepted - Breakfast and Housekeeping Included
Smaller Units Available, Please Contact Us for Details
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:



Property Photos
- Negril Sunset courtesy of Dennis Boni - Beachfront Compound In Negril
- Plunge into our private ocean fed pool - Beachfront Compound In Negril
- Relax in a seaside hammock - Beachfront Compound In Negril
- Tingalayas Oceanside
- The Great House
- Interior Great House
- The Great House Verandah
- The Great House
- The Courtyard
- The Dining Area and Lounge
- The Kitchen
- Bungalow Bedroom
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