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Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner.

Villa with a water park, near Jamaica Beaches

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Catch some sun on the pool deck adjacent to the villa
Blue Lagoon- Portland a great day trip
Bamboo rafting is great way to relax- Portland a day trip away
Columbus Heights
Outdoor dining

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Ocean view
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish
  • Place, Turtle River Park
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Turtle Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocho Rios Fort
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Beds

Primary bedroom with gazebo over looking the bay

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner.

Thankful Escape is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom condo located in "Jewel of Jamaica", Ocho Rios. It's the perfect spot for your vacation: a 5-minute walk to the beach, restaurants, shopping, nightlife and a cinema. Thankful Escape is a comfortable, 1400 sq. ft. space for families and groups of friends, surrounded by gardens and views of Ocho Rios Bay. The condo sleeps four, with a king bed in the Master bedroom, and 2 twin beds in the second bedroom.

Our villa is open-concept, with a dining & living room that leads to a breathtaking ocean-view gazebo and air conditioning in every room. The Master Bedroom includes an ensuite full bathroom, its own gazebo balcony with a relaxing view of Ocho Rios Bay, sitting area with HD cable/streaming TV, and full walk-in closet. The full kitchen has everything you need: refrigerator, stove, toaster, microwave, cooking utensils, and dishes. The second bedroom has an ocean view, 2 twin beds, and a full bathroom just outside the bedroom door. The living room has a sofa, love seat, flat-screen smart TV, and private, high-speed WiFi.

IMPORTANT PROPERTY NOTES! PLEASE READ!!
- STAIRS AND HILLS - Accessing Thankful Escape does require walking up and down multiple steps, with no elevator available. Columbus Heights and SkyCastles is on a hillside with beautiful views of Ocho Rios. This hill can be traversed by walking or taxis, which are safe, affordable, and available.

Our villa is suitable for a family getaway, a group friends or a girls getaway.

We can arrange transportation from the airport and to attraction on the island for an additional cost.

If you prefer to eat in we can
arrange for meals to be made at an additional cost.

Escape and de-stress with a in home massage. Relax refresh and renew your body and mind. Mobile spa service provided at an additional cost.
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ATTRACTIONS
Want some beach time? You can choose your own beach experience. Just down the hill is the beach next to Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville, a fun restaurant & bar with a pool, water-slide, games, and a water trampoline.
A longer walk or short taxi-ride away is the Ocho Rios Bay Beach, which is calm, clear and shallow you will be impressed with the cruise ships that dock at the marina, a sight to behold! This beach is where you can book any water activity you could want, like jet skiing, catamaran snorkel tours, party boat trips and more.

TOP OCHO RIOS ATTRACTIONS
Within 10 minute walk:
* Island Village shops, cafe's, restuarants, Starbucks, ice cream parlours
* Taj Mahal shopping center
* Fisherman's Village seafood and local kitchen restaurants
* Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville & Beach
* Ocean's 11 Restaurant & Bar
* Cove Movie Theater

Within 10 minute drive:
* Dunn's River Falls
* Konoko Falls & Park
* Dolphin Cove
* Ocho Rios Bay Beach
* Ocho Rios Markets
* Rainforest Adventures : zip-line & bobsled
* Fern Gully

Within 15-30 minutes drive:
* Green Grotto
* Puerto Sico Beach
* The Blue Hole experience
* White River Tubing & Rafting - Chukka Cove
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$250.00 fine for smoking
Guest must inform us of any concerns within 2 hr of check in. Guest agrees to allow PM access to resolve stated concerns.
No discount/refund will be considered for any issues mentioned on the day of or after check-out. No refund for good review.
No refunds outside of the cancellation policy.

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 fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property # 1605751

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Ocho Rios

Located in Ocho Rios, this villa is in the city center and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jamaica Beaches and Turtle Beach. Reggae Xplosion Museum and Shaw Park Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish

What's nearby

  • Island Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Turtle River Park - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Turtle Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocho Rios Fort - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ocho Rios Craft Market - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boulangerie - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Moon Palace Loud bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪MOMO @ Moon Palace Jamaica Grande - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Mongoose Jamaica - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Snack Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Location w/Oceanview! Walk to town, beach, & dinner. located?

Located in the heart of Ocho Rios, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Reggae Xplosion Museum, Jamaica Beaches, and Turtle Beach. Dunn's River Falls is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location and I will stay there again
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Iris M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing place and location.

We enjoyed our stay, we will definitely returned, Richard our tour guide was super amazing, he was the best, he really did a great job with picking us up from airport and touring us around ,we really enjoyed and appreciate him..
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Lotoya

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great spot to bring family!

We had a wonderful experience here! Richard was incredibly helpful with check in as well as being our amazing tour guide! His positivity and kindness was much appreciated!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice!!

Loved it would stay there again.
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Jessica W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

A little over priced but ok.

The apartment is in a good place, just needs updated furniture and appliances. The AC went out but was fixed within hours. 🙌
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nadia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful and Clean

We had a wonderful experience. It’s everything we expected and more. Close to the pool. Great outdoor space. Fully equipped kitchen. Location is within close driving distance to many tourist attractions and the downtown area. Great communication with the owner and the housekeeper from the beginning to the end of our stay. Not much more you can ask for at a home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Pierre

Liked: Communication
The stay was good however, I was traveling with small children and we did not like the steps up and down to get to our villa. If I had of none there would be a large amount of stairs to climb we would have preferred to stay somewhere else. Also, the villa could use some much needed updates and a good cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Sophia

Liked: Amenities
The place was nice, a lil dated. It was close to shopping and dining. I didn’t like that the AC units were on timers. I had to wake up in the middle of the night to turn them back on. Some of the windows only have screens so the place didn’t stay cool. The shower was cold , no hot water throughout the apartment. And there was a roach in the silver drawer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

JOLYN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Good Rental Experience

We had a very good experience renting the property and working with Ann-Marie and her team. They were immediately accessible and responsive when needed from beginning to end, and made sure we were comfortable. When our flight was delayed, the housekeeper Beverly waited until 8pm for our arrival. The House Manager Richard always made himself available and checked on us regularly. The unit was clean, well decorated and in a great location. My only feedback is I wish we'd known there's a/c only in the bedroom. Even with a ceiling fan, no a/c in the common area can be uncomfortable with the heat, and that's where the TV is. Otherwise, Ann-Marie, her team, and the unit were fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Wendy R.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Loud Thumping Music ALL Day and Night / Filthy Floor

BE AWARE: We left our vacation exhausted from lack of sleep (ear plugs did not help because we could still feel the thumping from the loud music). This condo is right next to a gym that plays thumping loud music ALL day and night. It is also a four minute walk to downtown Ocho Rios so you will hear and feel the loud thumping music from the establishments there ALL day and night as well. I contacted the host immediately and the music level would go down for a bit, but then would resume to the normal level. I asked for a refund for the remainder of our stay so that we could find a place where we could get some sleep and she said that the best she could do was give us a 20% refund. On our last day, I contacted the host to ask when we would receive the 20% refund and she told me that she was unable to give me 20% because of VRBO rules. Not true! Also, the floor was so filthy that we wore our shoes the entire time. In the bathrooms, they supplied one travel size hand soap. Yep- that's it. The positives: It is convenient to be able to walk to town, but NOW I would rather be farther away so that we didn't have the music and thumping all day and night!! There are many tourist attractions that are 15-20 minute drive. It was nice that they supplied beach towels and chairs that we could take to the beach. The host always responded to my emails although she didn't follow through with giving us a 20% refund.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shauna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Home away from home.

I am a Jamaican, living in The UK and wanted somewhere to stay local to the airport and places we could have family days out. This property definitely fitted all the criteria. When we first viewed the property my husband insisted we booked it instantly as the pictures of the property made it so inviting. And we have no regrets. The communication with the host was 10 out of 10. The property was very clean and had all the amenities you would need if you were home. It had everything we needed to make breakfast, strong WiFi, a pool a few meters away, clean comfy beds and so much. A home away from home. We wanted transportation from the airport and Ann-Marie recommended Richard who is JUTA registered and all I can say is 5* service. His communication with us before arrival was spot on and when he collected us from the airport he was so accommodating. He took us to get our hungry teenagers food and even stopped off at two supermarkets so we could get some breakfast stuff. He is also the caretaker for the property so he could be contacted with any concerns we had. He took us back to the airport and even stopped off with us at KfC to get food for the flight at no extra charge. The housekeeper Miss Beverly who we met twice was very lovely. She made sure we always had clean towels and beddings during our two weeks stay. Very pleasant and helpful lady. I will definitely visit this property again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
1. Great Location! Clean and Neat with WiFi! 2. Walking distance to Magaritaville, good food and music! 3. Be ready to WALK up and down the hill if you’re into adventure but you also have an option to call ride provided by the owners list of Drivers. 4. Owners are easy to contact and very helpful. 5. Bring the OFF for mosquitoes in Jamaica, i made the mistake of forgetting mine. 6. Safe environment 7. Typical tropical housing - so no glass window panes like home in USA. But still comfy. Does have A/C but we were comfy with the ceiling fans only. 8. Very close to Dunns River Falls! 9 1.5 hrs from Montego Bay airport 10. We LOVE IT there!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

8/10 Good

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great

My stay started off bad with the checking in process, it seems as if the housekeeper and the security was not expecting me. Then the first night the electricity went away. After all that my stay was excellent. Ann Marie was a good host and she checked on us very regularly. I would recommend this place to anyone. Ann Marie explained to us what happened in the beginning and apologized then things got better.

10/10 Excellent

Leighton B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient

Very close to the Ocho Rios town and all the attractions. Apartment is clean and spacious. I recommend staying here
Stayed 13 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne A.

SO THANKFUL

Had a wonderful stay at this property. Apartment was neat, charming and well decorated. Kitchen was well equipped with more then enough pots/pans/dishes that were needed. The neighborhood was clean, quiet and within a great walking distance to nearby Margaritaville, beach and a ton of shops, stores places to eat and even a movie theater !! The host Ann Marie was not on site but she answered any questions or request we had VERY quickly via text and she had people on site to make sure we had whatever was needed. I cannot say enough great things about this place. I feel we lucked up because the price was more than reasonable for all that we got! The apartment was located on a mountain with plenty of trees so we always had a nice breeze blowing through. We could even see the ocean from our bedroom window. I would DEFINITELY stay here again or recommend this place to anyone.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard C., London

Great Apartment

The communication was 10/10. Ann-Marie always responded and was very helpful. The apartment is clean and a 10min wall from everything (beach, bars, restaurants and shops). I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Marlyn L.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Ann-Marie

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What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location!!

At your villa, its quiet, peaceful and relaxing, on top of the hill overlooking the Ocho Rios Bay. Just a 10-minute walk down the hill is shopping, great food, dancing, and beaches!

Within 10 minute walk:
* Island Village: shops, cafe's, Starbucks, ice cream
* Taj Mahal shopping center
* Fisherman's Village restaurants
* Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville & Beach
* Ocean's 11 Restaurant & Bar
* Cove Movie Theater

Within 10 minute drive:
* All of Ocho Rios shops and restuarants
* Dunn's River Falls
* Konoko Falls & Park
* Dolphin Cove
* Ocho Rios Bay Beach
* Ocho Rios Markets
* Shaw Park Gardens
* Rainforest Adventures : zip-line & bobsled
* Fern Gully

Within 15-30 minutes drive:
* James Bond Beach
* Green Grotto
* Blue Hole
* White River Tubing & Rafting - Chukka Cove
* 18-hole gold course at Sandals


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