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Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14

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A pool area with a white fence, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a framed picture on the wall, and a view of a swimming pool through a glass door.
A covered outdoor area with two rocking chairs, a sofa, and a pool in the background.
A well-maintained garden with a palm tree, a small building, and a white fence.
A kitchen with a central island, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with four chairs.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Valley Church Beach
3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Private pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Hamilton Estate, St Mary's
  • Place, Valley Church Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Fryes Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Jolly Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

separate toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14

Ffryes Villa is situated within a small exclusive development. Heavenly tranquil beaches, boutique shops, bars, several restaurants, 18 hole golf course, various leisure pursuits along with excursions are all within strolling distance. The capital city St John's and English Harbour are both an easy 15 minute drive.

The Villa is designed for al fresco living with extensive verandas that extend the internal space. All principal rooms open to covered well furnished external areas, creating an ambiguous edge between the inside and outside, ideally suited for tropical living and enjoying the cooling breeze and glorious sunshine. It has a full size swimming pool.

The villa benefits from two double and one twin bedroom all with en suite shower/bathrooms. The open plan living area is perfect for either families, groups of friends or couples. Ceiling fans and air conditioning are in both the living and bedrooms.

Please note a Tourist Guest Levy of 5 USD per person (over the age of 5 years) per night is payable direct to the owner before arrival and is not included in the cost provided in this booking.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1113685
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
On-site 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Valley Church

Located in Valley Church, this villa is in a rural area and by the sea. Nelson's Dockyard is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jolly Beach and Dickenson Bay Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Antigua Botanical Gardens and Reservoir Range. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Hamilton Estate, St Mary's

What's nearby

  • Valley Church Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Jolly Harbour Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.3 km
  • Fryes Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Darkwood Beach - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Jolly Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Miracle's South Coast Restaurant - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sandra’s Bar and Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Castaways - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Fat Urchin - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Coconut Grill & Bar - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14 have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Featured in Times Travel 50 Best Caribbean Villas Nov '14 located?

This family-friendly Valley Church villa is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Valley Church Beach and Jolly Beach. Little Ffryes Beach and Jolly Harbour Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent.

Property is excellent.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The outside area for this villa was amazing. We lived out there! From the pool to the bbq to the shaded seating, it worked so well for us. We rented a car so it was easy for us to get places, but there were restaurants right across the street and a food market around the corner. The bedrooms were all large and comfortable and the 3 ensuites were such an added bonus! Both the owner and the property manager were in touch with me many times and the manager is just a text away!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Large home, central location

The home was large and comfortable, and we enjoyed several afternoons by the pool watching the hummingbirds — lovely place to sit out. Alastair and Hazel were very helpful and accommodating, we appreciated that very much. The house is in a great central location — close to beaches, grocery stores, restaurants, etc. Along with this proximity to some neighboring nightspots, we did have some issues with noise late at night on the weekends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Delightful Stay in Jolly Harbor

We recently stayed at the Ffrye's House, Hamilton Estates, Jolly Harbor. The house is wonderful (with a few exceptions; see below). We were greeted by Hazel who gave us a thorough welcome tour before we settled in. We didn't rent a car the first two days, so being able to walk to the Epicurean market was a huge plus and we were able to find everything we needed there. The only negatives (and they were not deal breakers) was some inconsitency in water pressure and hot water in the bathrooms; the other issue was the difficulty in walking to a beach. We knew in advance that this would be an issue, but it was still a challenge. Once we had a car, we were able to visit several of the other beautiful beaches on the island. All in all, we loved our stay there would encourage others to enjoy it as much as we did.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

good but could be excellent

First, the pros. Alastair was quick to respond to all queries and was also able to supply lots of information about the island. The villa is very spacious, 3 large on suite bedrooms, excellent outdoor space and grounds, perfect for a family or group of friends. Close to some of the best beaches on the island and of course the supermarket at Jolly harbour Now the cons. Villa is beginning to look tired and needs a bit of a revamp, the white goods need replacing, fridge /freezer has shelves missing and both the dishwasher and BBQ have seen better days. Also the drawers in all the bedroom dressers collapse when pulled open, they just fall of the runners However, the worst thing about the villa and which is beyond the control of the owner is the noise from the beach bars opposite, if you wish to be awake till 2am each night listing to loud thumping music and very bad karaoke then fine if not then I would highly recommend looking elsewhere.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov, 2023
Hi Brian thank you for choosing Ffryes and for the review. After your stay we found one drawer which had to have its runner replaced. I have checked every drawer and found they are fine. I have replaced parts of the BBQ however the unit is only one year old. We replace all the equipment on a regular sequence currently the white goods are less than 5 years old. The TV and WiFi were upgraded this year. I think your stay coincided with carnival fortnight when the bars do get over active. I have taken the property off the market during the carnival so other guest won’t experience this. Thanks again. Alastair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Antigua

We had a great time at Ffryes house. Both the owner and the local property manager were very responsive. The house is large, beautifully decorated, and offers a lot of privacy. The pool was clean and refreshing, One can walk to several restaurants across the street, and there are 5 amazing beaches within 5 min drive (Jolly, Valley Church, FFryers, Darkwood, and Turner). Walking to the beach is possible, but very unpleasant because the 15 min walk is along a busy main road with no sidewalks. The owner told us during booking that we would benefit from renting a car, and he was right. We rented the car on the second day. Finally, there were some issues with appliances (stove and fridge) that the local property manager tried to address right away, but there were tricky to fix. My guess is that they would be fixed my the next stay. Also, keep in mind that the only toiletries provided are the hand soap and some toilet paper, but the supermarket is very close for buying the rest. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr, 2021
Thank you Natalia, we are glad you had a great time at Ffryes. Coming as you did at the height of COVID lockdown with a curfew in Antigua would have been a challenge. Apologies for the gas cooker problem, getting it fixed over Easter was difficult. We do strongly recommend getting a rental car even though the journey to the beaches is short. Carrying stuff for the beach in the heat is to be avoided. We look forward to seeing you again in the future. Best regards, Carolyn and Alastair
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent family vacation

The villa is perfect for families. Everything that you need is there. Great location close to beaches, restaurants and grocery store.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2021
Thanks for choosing Ffryes for your vacation Please come back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely villa

The villa is really well maintained, clean and high spec. Located just outside holly harbour next to the sugar ridge hotel with some bars and restaurants on the other side of the road. No sea view but a pretty mature garden and lovely pool. We went in August so it was pretty quiet!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Villa

We were really impressed by the size of the villa and the obvious thought and effort which had gone into kitting it out. Our daughter loved the pool, and it was a great size for us all to enjoy. The owners passed on the contact details of Yasmine as a local contact over in Antigua, and we found her to be most helpful and friendly. Transfers were organised without any problem at all and it was reassuring to know that she was just a phone call away, should we encounter any problems. I also have to say that, although we weren't intending to use it, the washing machine was first class, and made holidaying with a 2 year old very worry free! We would definitely use the villa again.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
We are always pleased to hear when people have had a wonderful holiday as we do try our best to keep Ffryes Villa a very high standard. It is nice to know our efforts are appreciated.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ffryes Villa, Antigua

Where to start!?! our trip to antigua was an incredible experience never to be forgotten and so much of that was down to where we stayed, Ffryes Villa. the villa itself is beautiful with 3 large double rooms all en-suite, a huge open plan kitchen/dining/living room, a great pool area, barbecue and outdoor dining area as well as an outdoor lounge area - all of which are beautifully finished. the plethora of fans and air conditioning units in all the rooms meant that we were always comfortable whatever the temperatures outside. Moreover, the villa is a 2 minute walk from one of the most beautiful beaches the Island has to offer, Ffryes Beach (by The Nest) which is always lined with turquoise ocean and sparsely inhabited if not almost always deserted. Importantly, the villa rental came complete with a 4x4 vehicle which allowed us to explore many more of the 365 beaches the island has to offer and go off on mini adventures whenever we pleased. The estate the villa sits on is incredibly quiet and secluded meaning we had all the privacy we could wish for. All in all the holiday was one we will never forget and was made so incredible by the choice of villa. its incredible presentation and superb location set us up for the trip of a lifetime. We highly recommend it and plan on renting it again as soon as we can
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Mar, 2020
We do offer vehicle rental however it is not included within the rental price.

About the host

Hosted by Alastair and Carolyn Sorbie

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Carolyn and Alastair Sorbie

Why they chose this property

Ffryes Villa has three bedrooms each with an en suite bathroom , it has its own pool, and is in a secluded location. Only a short walk to the nearest beach and Jolly Harbour with shop, restaurants and bars. There is a great deal to see and do in the area

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