2/3 BR Private Hilltop with Commanding Views, Free Vehicle Use The Valley Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 74330

Deck overlooking the Caribbean Sea, the Virgin Gorda Yacht Harbor and Cow Hill

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Location: The Valley, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands BVI, Caribbean (Overlooking V. G. Yacht Harbour; just minutes from The Baths)

Accommodations:  House, 2 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 1 Bath (Sleeps 5-10)

Virgin Gorda is one of nature's little secrets and the Boulder House and it's Cedar Guest House provide a haven for you to enjoy panoramic views in all directions. You will experience these commanding views from the three decks that surround the houses as well as from every room. Each room opens to the decks where you are immersed in lush tropical gardens and views overlooking the Caribbean Sea to the West, the Atlantic Ocean to the East and the surrounding Valley and Gorda Peak. Sailboats dot the horizon in spectacular panoramic views that will take your breath away. The decks are the perfect place to absorb one of the Caribbean's fabulous sunsets as the sun fades behind the mountains of the island-dotted Caribbean.

The house takes it's name from the large boulder around which the house is built. It features two bedrooms, one with a queen bed, and one with a full bed and a twin bed. Inside, full-length louvered windows on all exterior walls permit you to fully enjoy the ever-present tropical breezes. Common areas are a combined living and dining area, a full bath and a fully equipped kitchen. The cedar guest house has an additional three bedrooms and two bathrooms if you are traveling with a larger group. We provide gas grills for your barbecue needs. Enjoy preparing a meal at your leisure and dining on your own private deck overlooking the oceans.

We will arrange for our on-island manager to greet you at the airport or ferry dock upon your arrival. You will then be escorted to our property where you will be orientated to our villa. Six mornings a week, Shirley, our domestic assistant, will provide limited daily maid service.

The three-acre hilltop setting affords a unique measure of privacy and freedom, yet is only a few minutes from any of the island's best beaches, restaurants, and shops. The hill-top is within walking distance from Spanish Town and the Yacht Harbor however, WE OFFER FREE USE OF OUR VEHICLE which truly opens up the island for your personal enjoyment.

Virgin Gorda has a population of about 3500 and a total area of 21 square kilometers (about 7 miles). It is the second largest of the British Virgin Islands. The island is know for the beauty of its more than 15 white sand beaches - often framed by huge boulders; as well as for it's tranquil turquoise waters. Beaches are wonderfully serene and peaceful and we are happy to advise you how to access the best ones. With the exception of the famous Baths, beaches are rarely crowded. Virgin Gorda's climate is nearly perfect year round and rain is rare. Island locals are gentle and friendly people. The island's marvelous and secluded beaches are one of it's most treasured secrets. Bring your snorkel equipment and submerge yourself in the endless undersea delights that this island's oceans have to offer.

The Boulder house and it's cedar guest house is owned and operated by the Hunter family in a partnership called Hunter Homes, Ltd. The Hunter family has made Virgin Gorda a second home for more than three decades. We love to share our homes with both newcomers as well as our regular annual visitors. For this reason, we keep our rates quite modest.

For additional information and many more photos, please visit our website link below. You may also check our website for additional openings and availability. If the Boulder House calendar looks full, please contact us anyway so we can put you on our waiting list or possibly place you in the guest house.

We look forward to sharing our island experience with you!

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• Amenities
  • Linens Provided
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Twin/Single Bed
  • Crib
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • VCR
  • CD Player
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Ocean View
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • FREE USE OF VEHICLE, Radio, Stove, Cooking Utensils provided - everything from a salad spinner to a garlic press, Coffee maker, Blender, Bath towels, Beach towels, Folding beach chairs, Books, Limited Daily Maid Service except Sunday, Deck furniture, DSL Broadband Internet and Wireless Internet available. Some refreshments in the refrigerator upon arrival, Childcare available through Tropical Nannies
• Suitability
  • Pet Friendly
  • Kid Friendly
• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Sailing
  • Boating
  • Shelling
  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling/Diving
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Miniature golf
• Other Activities
  • Listen to Bands & Music, Sun bathing, Restaurants - Chez Bamboo/Little Dix Bay/The Mine Shaft/Bath and Turtle/The Rock Cafe & more, Library, Windsurfing on Island, Reading, Dancing under the stars to a steel band

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1 - 2 Persons: Summer (May 1 - Dec 15) .. $ 1290/week.
Winter (Dec 16-Apr 30) .. $1850/week.
Additional Adults: $20/night.
Children age three to eighteen: $15/night.
*7% Government Hotel Tax applied to all rentals. *Christmas week rate for 1-4
people is $2130, & $20/night for each additional person. *Visits of less than 1
week, for the first two people, will be $200/nt in summer, & $285/nt in winter.
Rarely offered in winter.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 08/08/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Judy, We had a great time! Thank you for everything! The people are great, the house is great, the truck is great and the island is, too! Enjoy your weekend, Sharon
• 05/15/08
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    Hi Judy, We had an awesome time on Virgin Gorda. The house was perfect. Loved the deck and the views and the constant breeze. The island was such a treat - loved the Baths, Devils Bay, Spring Bay, Savannah beach. Went sailing with Double-D for a day which included snorkeling in 2 really cool spots and lunch at the Cooper Island Beach Club- loved it! Ate at the Mine Shaft and Flying Iguana Cafe-both really good. Also made to Anegada for a day which was a world unto itself. Would do it all over again tomorrow if we could. Thanks again and hope to return to the Hunter Homes again in the future. Karen & Kevin Davern
• 01/31/08
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  Lori , Freehold, New Jersey
  • We stayed in May 2007 and all we can say is WOW! what a beautiful island. The people are like the weather warm and inviting. The Beaches were among the most beautiful and amazing. We loved having them all to ourselves. We have traveled to many islands but we have never seen such an abundance of healthy coral reef just as you walk in to the warm waters. As for the home it was wonderful as well. Clean, warm and inviting with its beautiful trade winds. Shirleys daily visits were always a treat, either with fresh lime or tamarindos. She is a doll. We look forward to returning in a few months. Thank you for opening your lovely home to us.
• 10/02/07
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  • We stayed at the Boulder Home this past July '07 and throughtly enjoyed ourselves. The home is just what you see, on the hilltop, overlooking beautiful beaches. It made coming home in the evening something to look forward to. We debated between the beachfront residents, resorts and stuff but a "real" home is our style of traveling. It's what I always look for and the Hunter Home fits perfectly. The ocean breezes are so much better than a/c and on the top of the mountain, well, it doesn't get any "breezer!" We slept under the sheets on July. Every room in the house has an exterior door, nice. Proches, bbq pit, sun sets and sunrises, phones (our cell even worked), transportation, it was all waiting for us. Pick-up and drop-off went just like we wanted. As far as "stuff," everything was there. Just bring some shorts! Now all this said about the Hunter houses, remember where it's at! Virgin Gorda is about as beautiful an island as there is. Uncrowded beaches, literally often had them to ourselves, the boulders, snorkeling, friendly people and good food. And that little truck took us on every road on the island. I look forward to returning to Virgin Gorda and wouldn't hesitate to stay with the Hunter's again. We stayed 9 days and recommend a 2 week stay, minimum! I like nothing more than to get about a dozen of us and rent both homes next summer. Thanks for a memorable family vacation.
• 06/15/07
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  Kathy & Brian , Raleigh, NC
  • Last week had to be the most fantastic vacation I've ever had! We stayed for a week at the Boulder house, on Virgin Gorda and absolutely loved it! The views were so beautiful and we enjoyed being on the hilltop, with lots of privacy, versus a resort! We loved having no agenda, but did alot of wonderful snorkeling and exploring the beaches....Some of our snorkeling adventures included squid, barracuda, parrot fish and many other colorful fish. It was great to have access to the truck. The restaurants were great and we thoroughly enjoyed cooking out on the grill too....Shirley was great and was extra special to me on my birthday! We are already talking about going back next year.....We love it there! Kathy & Brian....Raleigh, NC
• 05/01/06
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  • Guest Comment entered by Homeowner:
    I just wanted to let you know quickly that we had an excellent, excellent time. The house was absolutely beautiful and we loved everything about the house and the truck. Virgin Gorda was absolutely beautiful and more than what we expected, and the house was so much more than what we expected. We just really loved it and we are looking forward to going back again. Everything was great – the house was clean, beautiful, everything was well taken care of. Shirley was excellent and she took good care of the house and everything was in good condition. We had a great time there and it was more than we expected. Virgin Gorda was excellent I’ve been telling a lot of people about the house and the island.
• 03/25/06
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  • We have recently returned from a vacation in the Boulder House!It was truly AMAZING! The views are breath-taking, and the breezes are wonderful.My family and I went, and found the house quite spacious. My parents shared the queen sized bed, my older sister had the full bed and I had the twin bed. It was my parents fifth time, and they haven't been there for about 16 years. It was the first time for my sister and I.We are going to come back next year! We just can't stay away. Everything about the island is awesome. The music, weather,people, animals, and the fact that you can have the ENTIRE beach to yourselves! Anyways, thankyou so so much for the use of your LOVELY home. Shirley and Irma are both very sweet, and Shirley's little boy is ADORABLE. Thanks again, and I know we will be back in a few months.
• 01/03/06
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  • We have been returning to the Boulder House for the past 4 years (sometimes coming twice in a year) and highly recommend the experience. We have used it for a romantic get-away for just the two of us and we've rented both houses and held a family reunion. Life on Virgin Gorda is very simple and that is what we love about it. The pace is slow, there is no major tourist area (other than the Baths) and you can truly have a beach entirely to yourself. We love that each house comes with a vehicle and I believe that this has enabled us to go to virtually every beach on the island. If you are considering a stay at Hunter Homes - two words for you - DO IT!!
• 04/02/04
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  Averil C. , Snettisham, Kings Lynn Norfolk GB
  • I wanted you to know how much we enjoyed our holiday in The Boulder House. It is a delightful property, very comfortable and well equipped and the views are breath-taking. We spent hours just gazing and taking far too many photos of the vistas. The flowers in the garden are all so pretty and there were lots of butterflies and birds to watch. Shirley was charming and very helpful, as was Irma. Thank you for all your helpful notes and advice. We followed most of it. The beaches are wonderful, we did some diving and snorkeling, visited Anegada and climbed Gorda Peak. The truck was a boon and behaved very well. Your father/grandfather sounds to have been a very exceptional person, and what foresight to build two such speacial properties. I hope you are able to enjoy them yourselves frequently. Thank you again for the use of your house and general efficiency and friendliness in the letting of it. Best wishes
• 04/02/04
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  Tami B. , Urbana, IL
  • Hi, Just got back from a terrific trip. The Boulder House was even better than last time (did the kitchen have new cupboards?) Anyway, so so so nice. ...Thanks for such a blessed haven at Boulder House. What a treasure!
    
    Homeowner Response:
    Hello Tami, I am so glad that you had a good visit and enjoyed Virgin Gorda once again! The Boulder House did have a bit of a facelift this last Fall, the cabinets are new. Thank you for your kind message and for making our homes part of your vacation on Virgin Gorda.

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