A Secluded "Walk to Beach" Villa

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Secluded villa only a 5 to 4 minute walk to the beach of Smugglers Cove

Surrounded by acres of privately held land offering intimate privacy

Large covered deck with spectacular views. Comfy lounge seating and dining.

Main patio with alfresco dining, lounge area, pass through window to kitchen.

Great room with high vaulted ceilings and access to back courtyard.

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4 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 124400 sq ft

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Smugglers Cove, Belmont Estate, Tortola, VG1130

Smuggler's Cove Beach
‪5 min walk‬
Long Bay Beach
‪17 min walk‬
Soper's Hole Marina
‪6 min drive‬
West End (TOV-West End Seaplane Base)
‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Garden Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Main Level Bed

2 Twin Beds

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom Suite

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Garden Suite Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Main Level Bathroom

Toilet

Main Level Bedroom Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Outside Shower Rinse

Shower only

Upstairs Bedroom Suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

For those desiring a true Caribbean getaway vacation with easy access to the beach and exceptional privacy Smugglers Lookout should be on your short list. The villa is roomy yet intimate, has 180 degree panoramic ocean vistas but is only a few minute stroll to the beach, is luxurious for adults yet offers some of the best amenities (like our turtle pen) for children.

Surrounded by acres of privately held land and abutting what is slated to become Belmont National Park, Smugglers Lookout provides privacy and serenity where guests enjoy spectacular and uninterrupted panoramic sea views in a quiet surrounding where often no man-made noises can be heard.

Families with children will love our “Turtle Pen” featuring our 3 red footed tortoises named Albert, Scratcher, and Tortilla and now their off spring (2 babies)

When not at the villa to find some of the BVI’s finest recreational activities and dining you won’t have to go far. The villa is situated directly across from what is slated to become Belmont National Park, is a short walk to Smugglers Cove, about ½ mile to Long Bay (great for boogie boarding and long beach walks), and about 1 mile to Cappoons Bay (Apple Bay) one of the area’s premier surf locales. Some of the finest restaurants are also among these areas with Sopers Hole just over the hill featuring a marina, shopping, and more dining.

Your villa also includes use of our “toys” including kayaks, paddle board, surfboards, and others that may not only save you a lot of money, but add to your vacation by having immediate and unlimited use of these benefits. Remember, this is also our home so we have a number of items available for use that are not listed that may not be found in a traditional rental. Make sure to call or email and we can address any specific vacation goals you might have.

This is not a high volume rental property and we are looking for families wishing to experience this magical area of the BVI who will look out after our place. No party'ers please.

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Dutch, English

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

West End

Located in West End, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. While the natural beauty of Trunk Bay and Sapphire Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Belmont Estate, Tortola

What's nearby

Smuggler's Cove Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
Long Bay Beach - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
West End Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 2.6 km
Soper's Hole Marina - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
Cane Garden Bay Beach - 17 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

Terrance B. Lettsome Intl. Airport (EIS) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

‪Omar’s Dockside - ‬15 min drive
‪Virgin Queen - ‬15 min drive
Foxy's
Skinny Legs
Soggy Dollar

Frequently asked questions

Is A Secluded "Walk to Beach" Villa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Secluded "Walk to Beach" Villa?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Secluded "Walk to Beach" Villa?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A Secluded "Walk to Beach" Villa located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Smuggler's Cove Beach and Long Bay. Long Bay Beach and West End Ferry Terminal are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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10/10

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10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Jan 2, 2025

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Excellent

This property was perfect for our family vacation . The location was also great . We felt very safe the whole time . Loved smugglers cove beach which was just a short walk from the villa . Close to restaurants and anything else we wanted to do . I would highly recommend this villa to anyone coming to Tortolla.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Nov 8, 2024

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75th Birthday Celebration

What a special, private oasis nestled minutes away from one of the most spectacular beaches in all of the BVI's! We've been blessed to come to Tortola for over 30 years and my mom chose our "home away from home" for her 75th birthday. 10 of us gathered, (most for 10 days, some 7) and this home easily housed us all with plenty of gathering areas for games, puzzles, reading, eating, and most of all LAUGHING! Our favorite restaurants are all close by, so we cooked in the VERY well appointed kitchen 3 nights and then enjoyed our favorite spots all other evenings. Marilynn was available to us at all times should a need arise, as were the owners via email. We absolutely look forward to our next stay at this amazing Hideout!! Thank you for allowing us to share in your special home...we are grateful, and our hearts are full!

Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig D.

Mar 25, 2024

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Just steps to the best beach on the island

We had a marvelous time at Smuggler’s Lookout. I am convinced there is no better location on the islands. Smuggler’s Cove is the best beach on Tortola: perfect sand, snorkeling, few people…and a couple of ramshackle bars cooking jerk chicken! The house is about as close as you can get to the beach. The house is wonderful and Marilyn takes such good care of it. Our family will cherish the experience and memories from this vacation. We loved the history packet on the house. That part makes things all the more special.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Augusta M.

Feb 27, 2024

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Belmont Hill retreat

Loved the house with amazing views. It is indeed a 4-5 minute walk to Smugglers Cove. Beach was enjoyed by all ages. The turtles were a huge hit with the under 10 crowd.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karl B.

Oct 17, 2023

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BVI

Excellent!

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W., Medford , NJ

May 28, 2023

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Wonderful!

We had a great 3 nights stay at Smuggler’s Lookout! Dave was an attentive host and answered all our questions. Marilyn the house manager met us upon arrival and was always available with any question . We fed the cat and the turtles with any vegetable scraps we had. That was if the chickens didn’t get to it first!! The house has every amenity and the decor was perfect. The house is so close to the beach. The view is amazing! Just perfect! Thank you for sharing it with us.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam R., Roseville Minnesota

Jan 15, 2023

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Wonderful stay

Beautiful view and place!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M., Greensboro

Jun 27, 2022

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Best Vacation Ever

We had a really good time in Tortola. The villa was great! It was close to the beach, yet secluded and peaceful. The views of Smuggler's bay were beautiful. We had coffee on the balcony each day. Check in was easy and the Villa was clean and tidy. Marilyn (the property manager) even had fresh flowers in each of the bedrooms. Dave, our host was attentive and always ready to help with any questions we had. Thanks Dave! This was a family vacation for us. The age range of our group spanned from 5 mos to 92 years. And everyone had an amazing time. We met a lot of nice people; learned to paddle board; our 4 year old grandson learned how to snorkel and ordered broccoli everyday at Patricia's bar. My 92 year old mother swam in the ocean with some help and a lot of coaxing from my boys. She said that she never thought that she would be able to swim in the ocean again. Well, she went swimming everyday, did some snorkeling, and the folks at the beach bar gave her a noodle to use. If little Conrad (5 mos) could talk, I'm sure he would say thank you for the legos and little cars that he played with. My oldest son and his wife did have to work the first 3 days (Chris had a grant due for his lab) but were able to relax for the rest of the vacation. (The internet worked really well). My youngest son took his 4 year old nephew on a nature walk to the rocks on the point and stayed on the beach every evening just to watch the sun set. We all agreed that this was one of out best vacations ever.

Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B., Dayton, Oh

Apr 26, 2022

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Paradise

This home is perfectly located near a beautiful beach, Smugglers Cove, with just a 3 min walk from the house. It was safe and the accommodations for children ( ages 3-13) were great. There were plenty of beds and space for families. We highly recommend this home, if you are looking for cleanliness, safety and close proximity to beach.

Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

RJ C.

Mar 24, 2022

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Amazing Home with incredible host!

What a find this house was for our group of 8. The house has an amazing view of Smugglers Cove! There is plenty of patio space for outdoor dining and gathering! The house is located a bit of a drive from the airport however if you follow the instructions given by the host you can get there with very little trouble, you won't find the house on google maps or apple maps so make sure you have the driving instructions provided. In the area, there is a beautiful beach walking distance from the house. There is also a small beach bar there with some limited food, but there are a few great restaurants (Sebastian's and others) about a mile or so drive. If you are driving you may want to consider a Small SUV or Jeep as some of the roads are a bit rough on the way in. The house was just as pictured in the ad and we didn't have any surprises. The host was very responsive and accommodating with the few requests we had. He went above and beyond our expectations. Pros: Spacious, beautiful panoramic view, clean, comfortable, very close to the beach, some nice restaurants close., sizable kitchen, outside patio dining room, balcony of most bedrooms, pet turtles, responsive host, and did I mention the view :) Cons: the downstairs suite is only accessible from the outside so your guests staying downstairs have to go outside and down a few steps to get to their room (not a big deal) the roads are a bit rough on the way there, a bit of a drive from Road Town if you plan on spending much time there. This is a great house to go to if you want to unplug and relax. There isn't a lot going on in the immediate vicinity of the house so plan on making your our fun. It was exactly what we needed before going on a 7-day sailboat trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Konstantin U.

Mar 22, 2022

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A slice of paradise

We would like to thank David and his family for opening their home for us. Marylin, the property manager was in touch with us well in advance of our arrival to set the sleeping arrangements. Upon our arrival she met us at the villa and gave us the tour. David sent us a welcome packet with clear and detailed instructions. We stayed for 3 nights since our charter was mid-week. The location was perfect--close to the beach and absolutely breathtaking views. Well appointed house with many niceties, well stocked kitchen with high end stove. This was an amazing start to our family and friends vacation. Thank you! We would love to stay at your villa again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine W.

Feb 28, 2022

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Wonderful stay

What a beautiful villa! And so close to a beautiful beach. We all loved every minute of our stay! And Marylin was extremely kind and helpful.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Vivian T.

Mar 30, 2021

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Amazing stay in an amazing house

We cannot say enough about the house and it’s location. The owner was amazingly helpful in navigating the new Covid world. The house was clean and Marilyn the house manager was super helpful. She arranged a cook for our stay which only added to it. The house is a short walk to Smugglers Cove which is a beautiful beach. I ran almost every day on the roads and felt safe the whole time. The house came stocked with a paddle board, life jacket, games, snorkeling gear and a kayak. And we used it all. We were a party of 9. Four adults and five kids.

Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Damon S.

Mar 7, 2020

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Amazing spot

Had a terrific week with 2 families at smugglers lookout. Great house in a great location. No issues. The local beaches there are amazing. Try to get out in the water when you are there. Excellent vacation home base in BVI. Hope to return to paradise sooner than later!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roger V.

Mar 7, 2020

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Smugglers Cove

Great location for couples or family. Beautiful home and views.

Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jacob S.

May 18, 2019

A true paradise...

Great place to stay in Tortola with a "Million dollar view". Very nice house, clean and comfortable that gives you "home away from home" feel. Location is bit secluded, but very convenient and close to the one of the best beaches on the island. Great experience overall. Would come back in a snap...

Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ed M.

Apr 5, 2019

Great property

The house is well laid out with incredible views. We would highly recommend this property.

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

suzette p.

Mar 15, 2019

Perfect!

The property is beautiful and the views are incredible. The home was just lovely, very well maintained and cared for, great furnishings and every item that you think you might ever need was there. There's a very short walk to Smuggler's Bay and then you're on the beach! The location was convenient, close to a small grocery store and some nice restaurants. I also can't say enough good things about the owner - he's very easy to work with, prompt in his replies and his caretaker was also very helpful. We can't wait to return!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Holly E., Glen Ridge, NJ USA

Feb 24, 2019

Top-notch

We all absolutely loved staying in this villa and can't recommend it highly enough. We were 3 couples staying for 3 nights in mid-February. We were met by Marilyn, the property manager, who welcomed us warmly and showed us the home, each room accented with fresh flowers from the garden. The house is very well laid out with large airy rooms, plenty of privacy and yet warm and comfy urging one to sit back, relax and take in the 180 degree views of the sea and the islands. The location was the best I can imagine, being only an easy 5 minute walk to a sandy beach where you can snorkel right off the beach. We ate out our first night but loved the spacious and well-equipped kitchen adjacent to the outdoor dining terrace so preferred to cook for ourselves the rest of our stay - surf and turf- so we didn't have to sacrifice a minute of the views from the beautiful spot. We are each talking about coming back with our individual families, and while the upstairs rooms, (Master and Turtle rooms) are somewhat nicer than the others, all are comfortable and well-organized for guests with plenty of drawer and closet space, good-sized bathrooms with showers and comfortable beds. The owners have put a lot of energy into landscaping the grounds, so that everywhere you look there are little paths, rock walls, potted plants and other tropical delights. This is truly an elegant home, not a cut-rate rental property and you will be lucky if you get to stay here.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Bob M.

Jan 24, 2019

Amazing views

Really enjoyed our stay! House is clean, well kept and the views are simply amazing. Until next time! Thanks Dave and Marilyn.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Daniel P.

Jan 9, 2019

Ideal home for our family if 10 including 4 teenagers.

Property a little more secluded than we anticipated, but worked out great. Everything we needed was included! Met people from all over the world at the beach at Smugglers Cove. We were advised against frequenting the beach bar (shack) but fell in love with the owner and his wonderful hospitality. A fun time had by all.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Juan D.

Aug 10, 2018

Great Home! Awesome Views!

Great Home, very clean, just as described! Roads to get there are a little rough, will suggest a 4 Wheel Drive

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Katherine S.

Jul 3, 2018

Hidden Paradise!

Other reviews sum it up for our party of ten (two sets of parents and 6 kids). Perfect setting - High enough on the mountain for a spectacular view but low enough for a short walk to a beautiful beach. House had all the comforts of home...loved the use of the paddle boards and kayak. Snorkeling was really good at the beach. My 17 year old son ran every morning to/on Long Bay Beach and Smugglers Cove. The neighborhood is quiet. We ended up just staying at the house for our four days and enjoying everything it had to offer. We plan to stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wendy S.

Jun 7, 2017

Smuggler's Lookout

Just returned from a great 10 days at Smuggler's Lookout. Our family of 6, 2 adults and 4 kids ages 13, 12, 8, 6, enjoyed every minute of our stay. The views are amazing and the house had everything we needed. The kitchen is well stocked, there was a good amount of surf boards/boogie boards, kayak, and paddle board, and the kids had many adventures in the tree house! Smugglers Cove beach was great. The snorkeling right at Smugglers cove was enjoyed by all. We also enjoyed having Long Bay beach practically to ourselves. Plenty of restaurants near by, but we probably enjoyed grilling out and enjoying the deck views from the house more. We ventured out for a day sail to Norman Island and the Indians on Day Dream. The crew on Day Dream was great, the food was good, and the snorkeling was great! Dave and Carolina went out of their way to accommodate us, and we are grateful for their sharing a piece of paradise with our family.

Stayed 10 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Mar 2, 2017

Best villa we stayed in yet!!!!

We’ve been to the BVI many times but this villa is BY FAR our favorite. The location is one of the best in the area as you have incredible views, privacy, yet you are only a short walk to Smugglers Cove. Not only was the villa and location fantastic, but the price was the best we found as well. With the best villa, best location, and best price we have experienced, we won’t be looking elsewhere for our future visits.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Manager

The photo shows our boys hauling in a monster lobster they spotted on a family snorkel. With no equipment on them, they engineered a snare on the beach, held their breath and dove down to catch dinner. With the exception of Dave - Carolina, John and Derek were born and raised on Tortola and we have spent time exploring the BVI with a passion. Whether discovering our secret lobster and fishing spots, to surfing little known breaks, to exploring islands and hideaway beaches, we have certainly made the most of our time in the BVI. As winners of the "How well do you know the BVI?" contest it is safe to say that we are true "locals."

We are a very active outdoorsy family and all of us have an abundant appreciation for the beauty and the activities that surround us. We have been regular participants in the local sporting scene. Among our family is a BVI national champion triathlete, a 2 time Junior National 5k champion as well as winners of local Judo, cycling, fishing, tennis, paddle boarding, and swimming events.

We have recently moved from Tortola to further our children's educational opportunities and are pleased to open our home to others who share the same appreciation for the area. We would be delighted to host you and share our decades of experience living in the BVI to help you maximize your vacation!

Why they chose this property

We were fortunate enough to pick our parcel of land and then construct a home to our liking. Having grown up in the BVI, we were very familiar with some of the challenges of living on an island. We wanted easy access to the beach, but did not want to be right on the beach due to hurricane surges, sand flies, and the fact that beaches are open to the public 24 hours a day. We desired a view but did not wish to have to drive to the beach. Further, we wanted to build in a high end community with great privacy that was close to some of the islands best sporting opportunities. The areas finest swimming/snorkeling, mountain biking, paddle boarding/kayaking, hiking and surfing are immediately accessible from our villa.

What makes this property unique

This is our family's home. In fact it was the only home our children have known and now that it is available as a short term rental, there are many unique benefits.

All bedrooms have their own private balcony and bathroom. Our downstairs suite is accessed through its own entrance, has a kitchenette, living area, desk, outdoor shower and can sleep 2-5 making it ideal for a multiple family vacation.

With your rental we offer a number of our personal "toys" which could result in saving you hundreds of even thousands of dollars. Paddleboards, surfboards, kayaks, etc. come with your stay. Perhaps better than the cost savings is simply the convenience of having these options ready to use at any time.

For kids, our Turtle Pen housing our 3 Red Footed Tortoises Albert, Scratcher, and Tortilla is a highlight and much talked about aspect of the villa. We now have baby tortoises as well.

Power cuts are frequent and we have a standby generator. If power goes the generator goes on automatically so you don't have to do anything.

Rain squalls can make outdoor dining problematic, but not in our villa. Our outdoor dining patio is in the lee of the wind and under a massive covered deck allowing dining in such conditions.

With the combination of a stellar location, great accommodation, and personal touches not found elsewhere this villa is ideal for families or even multi families looking for a true Caribbean vacation experience.

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English, Dutch

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4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

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4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Garden Suite Bathroom

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