Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican
Set high on a mountain above Green Island, Spring Mountain Villa gives you privacy, a breathtaking view and a vacation like no other. This rustic home gives you a real feel for life in Jamaica, with a personal guide right next door to help with anything you need. There is a pool table on site with a bar, A/C, and Wi-Fi. There are plenty of local activities and we provide transportation to Negril or other attractions.
Your host Marvia lives right next door and will provide a genuine Jamaican vacation tailored to your taste! She is available to cook (Marvia is a great chef), guide and transport you to the many activities available locally. The entire 3 acre compound is fenced and the enclosure contains the two villas, many native fruit trees (mango, papaya, banana, coconut), and a vegetable garden. For a modest fee, you can go deep sea fishing, river fishing, go horseback riding, visit the bird sanctuary and even hike to the falls. The house is just miles from the white sand beaches and cliff side restaurants of world famous Negril. Negril beach, just 20 minutes away by car, is a seven mile crescent ringed with bars, restaurants and water activities.
Spring Mountain Benefit Corp. is exempt from Federal income tax under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Any contributions above fair market value for your stay at Spring Mountain Villa are tax deductible under section 170 of the Code. Spring Mountain Benefit Corp. is a public charity in place to help local people in Jamaica.
Marvia, who has two children, has years of experience as a tourist chaperone. She is fluent in English and knows her business very well. She was born and raised in the area. You can feel safe and secure in her care. She will escort you to the less expensive shops and stores as well as secluded and remote areas, if you wish, for a modest fee.
If you like the beach, this is the way to go: the white sands of Negril, the sunsets, the nighttime activities are at your disposal! You do not have to deal with the hassle of tourist hotels, with a myriad of rules and regulations. If you wish, you can relax on the beach every day and spend the entire time frequenting the local bars and restaurants. Every hotel on the beach has a bar and a beach area that are open to the public and most have amenities that you can enjoy (such as hammocks, a pool, and beach chairs) while you patronize their establishment.
If you like the cliffs, you can spend all day snorkeling off the rocks at any number of bars and restaurants that overlook the sea. You can ride there by auto or take a trip on a glass bottom boat around the beach to the cliffs. You can see the famous cliffs from the boat, snorkel on the reefs, swim to the cliffs (and dive, if you are brave!).
There are many glass bottom boats available in Negril to snorkel on the reefs or for lunch on a nearby island, where you can feast on lobster, fish and chicken (drink included). You can go deep sea fishing or river fishing, if this is your pleasure.
You can cool off and go river swimming (fresh water) by the waterfall. It is an easy hike through the lush green countryside.
If you are an explorer, then this is the vacation you want. You can hike at Roaring River and the Mayfield Falls or take a day trip to the bird sanctuary and enjoy the natural landscape at your own pace.
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Private Luxury Beachfront/Oceanfront Townhome in Beautiful Negril, Jamaica
Check-in flexível disponível. Fale com o anfitrião antes da chegada.
Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)
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Crianças
Aceita hóspedes de 0 a 17 anos
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Eventos
Permite a realização de eventos
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Animais de estimação
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Política para fumantes
É permitido fumar em áreas específicas
Informações importantes
O que você precisa saber
Propriedade nº 967172
Pessoas extras podem incorrer em taxas adicionais que variam dependendo da política da propriedade.
Documento de identificação oficial com foto e cartão de crédito, cartão de débito ou depósito em dinheiro podem ser exigidos no momento do check-in para despesas extras.
Solicitações especiais estão sujeitas à disponibilidade no momento do check-in e podem incorrer em taxas adicionais. Essas solicitações não estão garantidas.
Festas e eventos são permitidos no local
O anfitrião não informou se a propriedade tem detectores de monóxido de carbono. Leve um detector portátil com você na viagem.
O anfitrião não informou se a propriedade não tem detector de fumaça.
Esta propriedade tem espaços externos, como sacadas, pátios ou terraços, que podem não ser adequados para crianças; se tiver alguma preocupação, recomendamos entrar em contato com a propriedade antes da chegada para confirmar se é possível acomodar você em um quarto adequado
Informações a área
Kingsvale
Em Kingsvale, esta casa de temporada está na zona rural e perto de parque aquático. A região oferece boas atrações culturais, como Jamaica Giants Sculpture Park & Art Gallery e Percy's Riverside Retreat, e também opções para quem deseja fazer compras em The Boardwalk Shopping Village e Time Square Shopping. Divirta-se com atividades aquáticas nas proximidades, como passeios de jet ski e mergulho autônomo ou aventure-se com passeios a cavalo e passeios de bicicleta.
Aeroporto Internacional Sir Donald Sangster (MBJ) - 75 min de carro
Restaurantes
La Adelita Restaurant - 20 min de carro
Parkins Bar - 20 min de carro
Perguntas frequentes
Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican é ideal para quem viaja com animais de estimação?
Sim, animais de estimação são permitidos na propriedade.
Quanto custa ficar em Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican?
A partir de 11 de ago. de 2026, os preços encontrados para uma estadia de 1 diária para 2 adultos em Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican em 18 de ago. de 2026 começam a partir de R$ 256, excluídos impostos e taxas. Este preço está baseado no valor mais baixo para uma diária encontrado nas últimas 24 horas para estadias nos próximos 30 dias. Os preços estão sujeitos a alteração. Escolha as datas da viagem para ver preços com maior precisão.
Quanto custa o estacionamento em Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican?
Estacionamento no local disponível na propriedade.
Onde fica Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican?
Nas montanhas, esta casa de temporada fica a 20 km de Praia de Half Moon, Samuel's Bay National Marine Park e Jamaica Giants Sculpture Park & Art Gallery. Seven Mile Beach e Bloody Bay Beach também ficam a 25 km.
Avaliações
9,4
Extraordinária
A menos que indicado de outra maneira, as avaliações aparecem em ordem cronológica, estão sujeitas a um processo de moderação e são verificadas.
My host Marvia made my stay fun and inviting. Would definitely recommend to anyone! The views from the villa are breathtaking.
Megan S.
Hospedou-se por 6 diárias em nov. de 2018
Resposta de VrboOwner em 19 de out. de 2020
We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the positive feedback.
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Todd H.
1 de jan. de 2023
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Fantastic Experience!
Marvia was a phenomenal host. Views and food were absolutely amazing. If you are looking for a way to see the real Jamaica, away from the tourist traps. This is it!
Todd H.
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em dez. de 2022
Resposta de VrboOwner em 3 de jan. de 2023
We are so happy that you enjoyed your stay. We loved teaching your son how to cut a coconut, and cooking the tuna you caught on your fishing trip. We hope to see you again soon!
- Marvia and Megan
Avaliação verificada
10/10 - Excelente
Annie R.
29 de abr. de 2024
Pontos positivos: Limpeza, check-in, comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Picnic Pan
We loved the property! Marvia, the property manager was awesome. She went above and beyond to meet and sur pass my expectations. I didn't want to leave. The peace and serenity was wonderful. I will be back.
However, if you are looking for a oceanfront resort type of place, this is not the place for you.
Annie R.
Hospedou-se por 9 diárias em abr. de 2024
Resposta de VrboOwner em 29 de abr. de 2024
We're so glad you loved your stay and look forward to having you back. Thank you!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Morgan S.
1 de jan. de 2015
An unforgettable experience to live like a local
We stayed for 3weeks during the Christmas holidays with our two adult children, it really was authentic Jamaican country living. Marvia is an amazing cook and host. The villa is clean, and maintained to the best of their ability. She did what ever she could to cater to us. Her two children and family pets (dogs, pig and goat) enriched our stay. We felt very safe and welcome in the community. Marvia was able to show us the real Jamaica with many personal custom guided tours to waterfalls, beaches and local towns. We would recommend this place to a friend that is looking for a cottage like holiday in paradise.
Morgan S.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Denise D.
4 de abr. de 2016
Greatest vacation my husband and I have ever been on. If you want to live and see the real country
It's out there but it's so worth it. You need to be looking for the real Thing. The people of Jamaica are a lesson in love, peace and respect.
Our host Marvia is one of the jewels of Jamaica. She is an angel. She Loves living on her mountain, doesn't want to live any where else.
If you're looking for are adventure, off the grid, the real thing.
Felt safe and secure in her care. Peace, love and respect.
Can't wait to go back.
love u Marvia
Denise D.
Hospedou-se por 12 diárias em mar. de 2016
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and can't wait to see you again!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Steve B.
14 de abr. de 2016
Great Time
I had a great time visiting Jamaica while staying at Megan's place. I travelled by myself and always felt welcome there, starting with Marvia picking me up at the airport. She and her friend brought me to the a local place to eat which was wonderful. It was a short stay for me (5 nights) but we packed a lot in while I was there. We went to the beach in Negril, we went fishing with Blacks, went on a Catamaran ride where we went snorkeling and visited Rick's, and also visited some local places to eat. It was great because Marvia set them all up and drove me around when I needed it.
The area is also beautiful where Megan's place is - not only the immediate landscape but the view from the mountains. The place itself is nice in a simple way. For me, I didn't want to stay at a resort - I wanted to experience and mix in with the people of Jamaica. This trip did not disappoint.
Stayed 3/31 - 4/5
Steve B.
Hospedou-se por 5 diárias em mar. de 2016
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay, and thank you for the positive review! We hope to see you again soon at the Villa.
Avaliação verificada
4/10 - Insatisfatório
Jim j.
1 de jan. de 2020
Pontos negativos: Comunicação, localização e precisão do anúncio
Beware! Tourist trap. No hot water, over charge, Wifi is very weak,. Lots lots of mosquitoes.
If without host Marvia, I would give this property 1star. The host Marvia is living next door on same lot, she is very helpful and nice. And tried her best to help us. But there are lots of thing beyond her ability. The house in rental is in serious need to be updated and maintenance to be just livable.
The house description says 4 bed rooms sleep upto 12 people. Actually it has only three bedrooms has queens. total 4 beds. The 4th "bedroom" is unfinished basement, nothing inside. Our group has 6 people , have no problem here.
The biggest problem is NO HOT WATER in the whole house!!! we was told first it is solar heated, will have hot water 2nd day when sun comes out. But 2nd morning , still no hot water, we have to cancel the trip and leave earlier. When I contact with owner Megan, she claim the water is not so cold, we still can take shower without hot water???!!! We absolutely can not accept this excuse. We are family with two senior and two kids, I can not believe owner ask us take cold shower after whole water playing.
Another big issue is the wifi is very very weak , on and off from time to time. I ask owner by message before booking, whether the wifi is working and can stream the football game since we have very important semifinal game that night. I only go ahead booked after getting confirmed information. But reality is the wifi is working, but very very very weak, can barely load web-pages. We missed that game, can only see short clips afterword.
Beside these two unacceptable conditions, the whole house are in very bad conditions, exposed wire in the living room, open outlet box everywhere. No any cooking utilities . ( Marvia is great cooker, appreciate her great meal with reasonable price).
Even with all this hassle, we still tried to communicate with owner, unfortunately Megan does not admit any of the above . And she even suggested us took cold water shower, which is not cold in her standard !!
Beside all this issue, we paid $225 which is more than one day price, she refuse to refund the overpaid potion. She claim the payment will help local people. But that is not the reason to over charge customer with unlivable condition house. But it needs to be win win solution. Not only help local people but treat tourists like nobody. And not a good way to do business. You can cheat guests once, but no one will come back again. This stay is the only bad memory we experienced in two week Jamaica vacation. Stay away!
Jim j.
Hospedou-se por 2 diárias em dez. de 2019
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. To address your points, there are 4 bedrooms that we configure based on the number of people staying for each trip. We have additional beds available when needed.
There is hot water though I understand that it was not hot enough for your standards. We provide an authentic Jamaican experience, we are not a Riu or Sandals resort although we do have many amenities available.
We have also recently upgraded the Wi-Fi, there is nothing faster available and we are surprised to hear you could not watch the game since we observed you and your children online until 2 am.
We discussed the charges with you; I cannot disclose details of the charges due to content guidelines, but any extra you paid was HomeAway fees; we did not overcharge you. You also left the house a complete mess.
The day after you checked out, another group checked in. They have been at the house for 3 nights and absolutely love it.
The property description is completely accurate and we pride ourselves in offering the opportunity for tourists to experience the beauty and culture of Jamaica outside of the resorts and cookie-cutter hotels. Perhaps that is not the experience you were looking for. We also pride ourselves on bringing much needed economy to the area, as local residents provide services to visitors for tips. You took advantage of some of these services and did not even tip $1 to the people serving you. We wish you all the best.
Avaliação arquivada
8/10 - Boa
Beth K.
12 de mai. de 2014
Nice!
My husband, three teenage kids and I stayed here over Christmas. One of the most interesting vacations ever! So nice to not be at a resort and be able to experience a bit of life with the locals. We were still able to enjoy the beach at Negril so it was really best of both worlds. The rental property is on top of a hill next to the home of Marvia and Jocko and their 2 young children who you can't help but fall in love with. :)
My favorite thing about staying here was waking up in the morning and having a wonderful cup of coffee while sitting on the front porch feeling the warm sun and taking in all of the sounds. Chickens, goats, horse, dogs all roam around the property. You could often hear a radio playing from a neighbor across the valley or the sounds of someone out working. It was wonderful. Marvia is a gracious host and was brilliant about all of the local floral and fauna. We were able to sample many of the local flavors, right from their property. Fresh coconut right of the tree, gungo beans, turmeric, breadfruit and the best bananas ever. We were there for Boxing Day and they had a party, so that was a unique experience too.
The accommodations are rustic but we embraced it and had a great time. Not only did we have a nice time enjoying the warmth and sun but we made new friends! :)
Beth K.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Thank you for the nice review.
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
ERIC B.
15 de mar. de 2014
Great time! Unlike the usual Jamaica experience.
My wife and I recently stayed at Marvia's guest house and had a blast. This is definitely not like the typical "all-inclusive resorts," and we were delighted with our experience. The quiet country area offered sublime views. We woke up early every morning and basked in the sunrise - which was amazing from the back porch. Sunsets were equally epic from the front. Marvia's family and neighbors were all super nice and friendly.
The house is a 20-30 minute from the nearest "touristy" city - Negril. Marvia organized a driver to take us wherever we wanted. The driver that she used was punctual, polite, friendly, and professional.
We most enjoyed going to the Half-Moon beach/resort. We weren't bugged by the parade of "hustlers" that we discovered at Negril. Marvia always knows about a lot of other hidden gems that aren't typically frequented by tourists. In particular - ask about the place with her favorite coco-bread and patties.
Marvia is also a great cook. She prepared a couple dinners for my wife and I and they were delicious.
The house was exactly as advertised and really we wanted for nothing.
I really can't say enough good things about our experience. I'd be delighted to serve as a reference for Marvia and talk openly about the details of our experience
ERIC B.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
Alisha H.
18 de abr. de 2013
Beautiful location and great hosts
We stayed on the upper half of this house for a week. We were in town for a wedding at Beaches Resort in Negril - about a 20-25 min drive away. The host Marvia is wonderful and an amazing cook. All our favorite meals were the ones she prepared - delicious! So much better than the restaurant food in Negril. The upper half of the house has a very large bedroom, living room, bathroom and kitchen. It was more than enough space for our family of three. The view on the front and back porches is breathtaking (mountains in the back & ocean in the front). My daughter loved playing with Marvia's sweet children and seeing the baby goats and other occassional livestock that happened through. Marvia drove down to meet us in Grand Island when we first arrived. It took us a couple tries to learn the route up the mountain, but people were always very helpful if we missed the turn. The road up to the house (Marvia's neighbor's house) is a quite rugged but my husband managed well in our rental car. It was so nice to stay in this town away from the tourist trap of Negril. We were at the resort for a couple days for the wedding (day passes) but on the other days, there is a public beach (parking ~$4) right next to Beaches that was lovely. This was a great spot to stay and really enjoy Jamaica. Thank you Marvia for being such a wonderful host!!
Alisha H.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
Thanks very much for the lovely review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you keep us in mind for your next vacation!
Avaliação arquivada
10/10 - Excelente
flo s.
13 de mai. de 2012
breathtaking views
what a marvelous vacation location! set atop the mountain, one has views of the mountain range from the back veranda and of the sea from the front veranda.
spacious home with living room, full kitchen and 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms. tv and air conditioning!
private, quiet, secure.
only a few miles from the glorious beach of negril.
this experience is memorable. see and "feel" the real jamaica as few do.
if you choose the "meal plan", you won't be sorry! the food is authentic jamaican and delicious. transportation to any destination is available.
the "host" family next door is as attentive as you want them to be. warm and personable.
an eco-vacation rather than a typical tourist trip.
flo s.
Resposta de VrboOwner em 6 de mar. de 2020
We are so glad that you had a wonderful time! We look forward to seeing you again on your next visit.
To future renters: The house has 4 bedrooms, not 2.
Sobre o anfitrião
Anfitrião: Megan Saul
Marvia and I built this property in 2005 in order to allow tourists to experience local life in Jamaica, and to bring much needed money to the area. Spring Mountain Benefit Corp, the nonprofit, uses all proceeds from rentals to benefit local people in the area. I've been going to Jamaica for over 30 years and have been 'sisters' with Marvia since 1998. I have always loved the place, the people and the culture and want to help in any way I can.
Marvia's major in school was agriculture and she is very well versed in all types of plants and animal care.
Por que o anfitrião escolheu essa propriedade
The location of this property is fantastic. You can see the sunrise from the back veranda and the sunset from the front veranda. It is secluded, high on the hill, and surrounded by farm land to ensure privacy. It is a beautiful location.
O que faz essa propriedade ser única?
Relaxed atmosphere, tailored to suit the traveler's needs. The vacation can be customized in just about any way imaginable. Also, any money paid over $30 per night is a US Federal tax write-off as it is a charitable donation.