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Delightful Garden Hideaway with Lovely Views Over the Bay
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1 bathroomSleeps 2
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Falmouth, Antigua
- Place, Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites1 min walk
- Place, Doigs Beach16 min walk
- Place, Rendezvous Bay Beach13 min drive
- Airport, St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)30 min drive
Rooms & beds
0 bedrooms (sleeps 2)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
About this property
Delightful Garden Hideaway with Lovely Views Over the Bay
Sapodilla is a charming stone clad cottage situated in a two acre garden on a hillside overlooking Falmouth & English Harbours. The owner built the original house 48 years ago and Sapodilla is her guest cottage set below the pool in a very private part of the garden. The garden is filled with indigenous trees and flowers with many palms and a couple of “coppers” filled with water lilies. A new project this year is a beautiful lily pond which can be seen from the veranda. A wonderful place to sit and meditate or just watch the dragonflies and birds. The palm fringed swimming pool, set away from the main house offers calm and privacy and lovely views. When you have had to much sun. There is a lovely breezy gazebo with a fabulous view over the garden, valley and bay. The garden is filled with birds, especially the three varieties of hummingbirds busy working away at the many flowers. There is a feeder hanging on the veranda for closer observation.
Springhill has 3/4 electricity provided by solar panels, and collects most of its water from rainfall. The pool has a salt water system. Water is also heated by solar power. The cottage has its own Eco garbage and compost buckets, both emptied for you by the maid or the owners. We try to live an Eco life and leave few footprints on our beautiful island.
The cottage is small and compact, but the Veranda makes it feel spacious. The four poster Queen size bed is comfy and you can lie in bed and enjoy the view over the pond and the bay. Maid service is included once a week, a second day can be included on request.
There are wonderful hikes right out of the garden gate. Hiking to Rendezvous Bay is one of Antigua’s five star adventures – from Springhill, you are already en route, and coming home to plunge in the pool and rinse off the salt and grabbing a cold rum punch in your cottage – makes it even more special. The hike takes between 30 – 40 minutes to one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, where you are often the only people on the beach! You can hike further to Carlisle bay or Wallings Dam in the rainforest. The owner can organize guides for these longer hikes.
A top class equestrian centre started by the owner is 3 minutes walk down the hill. The centre offers BHS (British Horse society) instruction and trails around the pretty valley and wild beaches. If you like riding and your partner is a sailor (or would like to learn) this is the ideal spot to stay. The owners are very keen sailors, and would be pleased to help organize this.
It is possible to spend a holiday at Sapodilla without a car, but we would recommend renting one. The cottage has its own garden entrance and driveway. English Harbour is 7 minutes drive away with all its historical sites, great bars and restaurants, and a stunning beach. There are two good supermarkets nearby. Having a car gives you the freedom to explore the many beautiful beaches, and other hidden treasures. The owners would be pleased to help you with any information.
Previous guests have all loved the peace and tranquility, and yet the nearness of all the life in English and Falmouth Harbours.
Keywords: garden cottage, studio, beautiful views.
Springhill has 3/4 electricity provided by solar panels, and collects most of its water from rainfall. The pool has a salt water system. Water is also heated by solar power. The cottage has its own Eco garbage and compost buckets, both emptied for you by the maid or the owners. We try to live an Eco life and leave few footprints on our beautiful island.
The cottage is small and compact, but the Veranda makes it feel spacious. The four poster Queen size bed is comfy and you can lie in bed and enjoy the view over the pond and the bay. Maid service is included once a week, a second day can be included on request.
There are wonderful hikes right out of the garden gate. Hiking to Rendezvous Bay is one of Antigua’s five star adventures – from Springhill, you are already en route, and coming home to plunge in the pool and rinse off the salt and grabbing a cold rum punch in your cottage – makes it even more special. The hike takes between 30 – 40 minutes to one of the best beaches in the Caribbean, where you are often the only people on the beach! You can hike further to Carlisle bay or Wallings Dam in the rainforest. The owner can organize guides for these longer hikes.
A top class equestrian centre started by the owner is 3 minutes walk down the hill. The centre offers BHS (British Horse society) instruction and trails around the pretty valley and wild beaches. If you like riding and your partner is a sailor (or would like to learn) this is the ideal spot to stay. The owners are very keen sailors, and would be pleased to help organize this.
It is possible to spend a holiday at Sapodilla without a car, but we would recommend renting one. The cottage has its own garden entrance and driveway. English Harbour is 7 minutes drive away with all its historical sites, great bars and restaurants, and a stunning beach. There are two good supermarkets nearby. Having a car gives you the freedom to explore the many beautiful beaches, and other hidden treasures. The owners would be pleased to help you with any information.
Previous guests have all loved the peace and tranquility, and yet the nearness of all the life in English and Falmouth Harbours.
Keywords: garden cottage, studio, beautiful views.
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House Rules
Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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Property Registration Number Tax ID 1339
About the area
Falmouth Harbour
Located in Falmouth Harbour, this apartment is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jolly Beach and Dickenson Bay Beach. Reservoir Range and Antigua Botanical Gardens are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and horse riding.

Falmouth, Antigua
What's nearby
- Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Doigs Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Falmouth Harbour Marina - 8 min drive - 5.4 km
- Nelson's Dockyard - 9 min drive - 6.1 km
- Rendezvous Bay Beach - 13 min drive - 6.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- La Vie En Rose By La Brasserie - 8 min drive
- Catherine's Cafe Plage - 10 min drive
- Sweet T's - 5 min drive
- Mahoe Lemon - 8 min drive
- Skullduggery - 8 min drive
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Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
12 Mar, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
10/10 Excellent
Glyn S.
1 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful tranquil setting with excellent views
Glyn S.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
valerie d.
14 Jul, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property
valerie d.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Adam B.
13 Jan, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great to be back 'home'
Adam B.
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Stephen O.
4 Mar, 2018
Wonderfully comfortable hideaway
Stephen O.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Gillian C.
16 Jan, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birds & Bees!
Gillian C.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Kathy L., Mt. Pleasant Canada
7 May, 2015
Awesome Antigua!
Kathy L.
10/10 Excellent
Jackie R.
2 Apr, 2018
A dream come true!
Jackie R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
julie L.
13 Nov, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hidden gem for relaxation
julie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michael P.
28 Nov, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Cottage!
Michael P.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joan W.
21 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil Stay
Joan W.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy R.
19 Mar, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our favorite place to stay in Antigua!
Timothy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
brian r.
19 Nov, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
antiguan escape
brian r.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
Andrew K.
13 Apr, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage, very relaxing.
Andrew K.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
23 Apr, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Property!
Wendy C.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Caroline G.
9 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic peaceful holiday
Caroline G.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shelley M.
14 Mar, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ABSOLUTELY AMAZING
Shelley M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
brandy b.
11 May, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Most B-E-A-utiful Place On Earth!!
brandy b.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Deanna R.
10 Feb, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest cottage in a tropical garden
Deanna R.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Marge G., West Chester, OH, USA
29 Jan, 2013
Paradise Found!
Marge G.
8/10 Good
Joan V.
30 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Oasis surrounded by Nature
Joan V.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ashleigh W.
11 Apr, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tropical paradise
Ashleigh W.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joan L.
5 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil private beautiful gardens hideaway.
Joan L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Natalie S.
1 Jun, 2018
Utter Paradise!!!
Natalie S.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018
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10/10 Excellent
tim s., California
4 Jan, 2013
Better than a resort!
tim s.
About the host
Your host
The owners are very keen sailors, riders, gardeners and dog lovers. They have lived at Springhill since 1969 and know the island very well, and are delighted to help any guests find their feet with anything they wish to do, whether sailing, riding, hiking, bird watching, etc. etc. or just leave them to sunbathe and enjoy the pool!
Why they chose this property
I sailed into English Harbour, Antigua in 1967 and after sailing up and down the islands there was no choice for me, but making a home here in my favorite island! I built the house in 1969 on a barren hillside with great views and wonderful breezes and my husband and I have enjoyed planting a garden filled with trees.
What makes this property unique
Peace, tranquillity,lovely views, great hiking,horseriding just outside garden gate.
Languages:
French, Spanish
Premier Host
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