Home from home-but even better

Guest: David (-)
Date of Stay: 01/09/12 Review Submitted: 01/25/12

Delighted with weeks' stay.After a 9 day inter-island sail the comfort-and ac-was much appreciated.Jolly Harbour is an excellent base to explore the island and coming back to Rumrunner was bliss -in fact you could even say we over relaxed and chilled on the veranda watching the yachts sail by.Would recommend without hesitation

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"A really lovely holiday in a fantastic villa "

Guest: Sue and family (-)
Date of Stay: 12/17/11 Review Submitted: 01/15/12

My family and I had a really lovely time in antigua staying at the Rum Runner in Jolly Harbour. We were met by the lovely Margot and Lilly who welcomed us immediately and made us feel straight at home. The villa was very clean and well equipped and contained everything we would need. There was lots to see and do and we went on a few excursions which were great fun. Ian and Joanne were really lovely and welcomed us onto their boat for a trip around antigua. Unfortunately I am not a good s

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Rumrunner

Guest: Mike (-)
Date of Stay: 11/11/11 Review Submitted: 12/02/11

Rumrunner at Jolly Harbour was an excellent location. The villa was first class, with stunning balcony views from both the lounge and main bedroom. The facilities were first class and we were made to feel very welcome - would recomend a stay at Rumrunner to anyone who wishes to experience the delights of Jolly Harbour and antigua

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Will definately be back

Guest: Robyn (-)
Date of Stay: 09/17/11 Review Submitted: 10/27/11

This is my second time staying in Rumrunner and again it was fabulous. Great beaches and pool here in Jolly Harbour and even better when you do both in one day ! We got to do a great sailing trip and saw so many turtles, it was amazing ! Sorry to say good bye to Antigua but will definately be back again.

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Value for money in idyllic place

Guest: Alice (-)
Date of Stay: 08/20/11 Review Submitted: 09/06/11

The owners were extremely friendly and helpful from the moment of our first enquiry. The villa management were first class and arranged our transfer from the airport and the hiring of the golf buggy (definitely recommended). They met us on arrival at the villa and showed us around. Villa is in a perfect location and had a very relaxing atmosphere. We would recommend it to anyone as an excellent base

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Two wonderful weeks

Guest: Tracey (-)
Date of Stay: 07/31/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

Two wonderful weeks have flown by. Rumrunner was perfect for our family of 6. Location is secure and convenient. We tried to visit as many beaches in as many days and have a few favourites. South Beach,for convenience and good lunch at Castaways and pretty good snorkelling at the far right of the beach. Hermitage Bay, next bay up.Very bumpy pot hole filled drive, but worth it for crystal clear waters , and peace and quiet. Long Beach. Fairly busy, but possibly the best snorkelling along the visible reef. Stingray City.Worthwhile experience and Long Beach is close for afterwards. Pigeon Beach then Shirley Heights on a Sunday for the steel drums, BBQ and Reggae party in the evening Turner Beach. Beach bar, umbrellas. Service ok, not as good as Castaways.Snorkelling far left facing sea. Tip.. Book ahead for Al Porto 2-4-1 pizza

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Thank you

Guest: Dereck Murphy (-)
Date of Stay: 05/07/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

Having lived in Antigua it was great to be back. The villa was the perfect base for us while we were here, and was fully furnished with everything we needed for a great stay.We had our friends to visit and they were impressed with what it contained. The Villa Management team were really helpful, and the security of the area made our stay very peaceful. We did all the normal tourist sites although Shirley Heights was rained out. The beaches are as good as ever and I think a special mention should be made of The Nest Bar and Restaurant which has a good menu and an excellent beach with plenty of shade, less than 5 minutes from here. Thank you to the Heaths for renting the property

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Guest: Greg (-)
Date of Stay: 06/18/11 Review Submitted: 07/13/11

The RumRunner Villa in Jolly Harbour was a excellent choice by me and my wife. Everything about the villa and location was a perfect fit. I was very impressed with the cleanliness of the villa and coziness! I truly felt like I was at my home. We enjoyed having the golf cart for our short trips to the beach, grocery store and beach bars. If you are looking for an all inclusive accommodations, this may not be the spot for you. If you want to feel like your at home relaxing on a island in your own private villa, then the RumRunner Villa is it! Although it was the slow season (June 2011), we still managed to enjoy the local shops, restaurants and beaches. The check-in / check-out process was flawless. The leasing managers were waiting at the villa when we arrived to show us around to give us details about the property and area. They went out of their way to make sure we were comfortable and kept us informed of all the local amenities/events. We also enjoyed and visited many of the locals such as Castaways (good rum punch), Al Porto's (tasty Italian and Pizza), Dennis's (great jerk & curry island food), OJ's (good seafood), Turners (nice beach ), Gibson (laid back beach bar) and Shirley Heights (spectacular views). We also took advantage of the Jolly Harbour Sports Bar. A nice place for a quick snack, swim and cocktail before heading into town or beach. Papa Zouks (Creole seafood at its best!). We managed to head over to the island of Barbuda for lobster lunch at Uncle Roddy's. It's a island experience you won't forget! We had the entire beach to ourselves. One of the last undeveloped islands nearby. My wife and I lucked up to enjoy the parties that were happening around the island during our stay. The UK London crew know how to put on a great old school party!! Thanks for the great memories. Overall my wife and I enjoyed the Villa RumRunner Villa immensely and will absolutely be returning

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Beautiful villa -- Great view -- All the amenities

Guest: Lori (Amherst, MA)
Date of Stay: 04/15/11 Review Submitted: 04/25/11

We enjoyed our stay at Rumrunner April 15 – 23, 2011. It is a safe place with good security for a family or, in our case, for two women traveling alone. The view is very nice – probably one of the nicer views of any of the villas situated on any of the fingers. The villa has tiled floors throughout. There are 2 full bathrooms upstairs – ensuite to each of the upstairs bedrooms – and a washing machine in a closet at the top of the stairs. The master bedroom has access to a tiled deck through sliding glass doors. Downstairs is a bunk bedroom off the kitchen with a half bath next to it. The kitchen counters are tiled and there is lots of room to prepare meals. There is a full sized refrigerator, a stove, a microwave, a toaster, a teapot, a coffee maker, and a blender. We found plenty of pots and pans, baking dishes, tableware, glassware, and utensils. There is a table and chairs in the dining area and comfortable seating and a TV in the living room. The tiled veranda has a BBQ and table and chairs and a couple of chaise lounges. There is also an outside shower on the veranda. The resort area has a grocery store and some specialty stores closer to the entrance. These stores are probably a half hour walk from the villa. There is a pharmacy that sells stamps and a post box to mail your cards and letters. There was an internet shop, but Rumrunner has a telephone for local calls and wireless internet is available in the villa. There are restaurants in this area, another a little closer to the villa, and another on South Beach. South Beach is full service, but is about a 45 minute walk. We preferred the quieter North Beach which is only about a 10 walk from Rumrunner. Rumrunner has a telephone for local calls, and wireless internet is available in the villa. Joanne is very friendly and hospitable. We visited with her while we were on Montserrat, where she has another home that she also rents. The Montserrat house has a pool and sweeping ocean views. I would definitely recommend Rumrunner to family & friends. ?

Owner response:Always so pleased to hear that guests have enjoyed their visit to Antigua . We welcome future guests to visit us in Montserrat and discover another special island.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.

Guest: Dale (-)
Date of Stay: 03/29/11 Review Submitted: 04/08/11

The place was perfect for us. Thanks a lot we will recommend Antigua and Rumrunner to any and all interested.

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