Unique, Secluded Corral Stone Villa with large gardens and private beach access

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4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8250 sq m

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Sea view

Check out the area

Cluffs, Saint Lucy

Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)56 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2 upstairs

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 main floor

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 4 main floor

2 Double Beds

Bedrooms 1 upstairs

2 Queen Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 upstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

«This is one of the most amazing, natural settings with some of the most stunning views of the Barbados sea that you will find. Haiku is a newly renovated coral stone house set on a 15 acre plot of land with breathtaking direct sea views and private access to the idyllic private beach via stairs.

The gardens contain several water lily ponds as well as various tropical flower trees and plants.

Wild green monkeys live all around the estate (but keep their distance, as do we with respect) Living in harmony with many exotic birds which can be observed in their natural settings. Haiku truly is a sanctuary to disconnect and refuel natural energy.»

If you are looking for absolute privacy in order to disconnect from the outside world and retreat in a beautiful sanctuary then please be welcomed to our luxury newly renovated coral villa at Haiku Gardens.

Here you will find some of the most amazing direct sea views. A variety of local animals can be seen including exotic birds, wild green monkeys and singing frogs. At night, depending on the season, crabs can be seen wandering around the garden and house at night time. The tranquil ambiance allows for complete relaxation. The location is ideal for anyone searching for complete relaxation within a wonderful natural little paradise.

Coral stone steps lead you through a magical forest down to the private beach where you can either just cool down or snorkel between the many rocks to see a variety of sea life.

The estate has an additional guest house which sleeps 4 more persons (2 double bedrooms and one shower). This house is simpler and smaller than the main house but if you are more than 8 people you may use this additional option. It’s ideal for friends, family, staff etc.

Many of our visitors have likened Haiku to something out of the Thomas Crown Affair or a James Bond house... come and try it for yourself!

Property manager

Kai Buhofer

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Sea view

Barbecue grill

House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)

Flexible check-out available (contact host to arrange)

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Smoking only on the Terrace (not inside Villa)

Floor is coral stone finish Please wash feet before entering on one of the 2 washing stations - walk barefoot or with clean sandals around house

Do not feed or get friendly with the wild monkeys.

Do not stand below Coconut trees- use of stairs to beach and use of beach at your own risk and responsibility

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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

This property accepts credit cards

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Caribbean

Cluffs, Saint Lucy

Getting around

Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

Fishpot - 10 min drive
Chefette - 13 min drive
Restaurant of The Animal Flower Cave - 5 min drive
Fisherman's Pub - 13 min drive
The Orange Street Grocer - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique, Secluded Corral Stone Villa with large gardens and private beach access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is Unique, Secluded Corral Stone Villa with large gardens and private beach access located?

Situated on the beach, this villa is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Animal Flower Cave and within 6 miles (10 km) of St. Lucy Parish Church and Mount Gay Rum Distillery. Heywoods Beach and Port St. Charles Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Silvia S.

29 Apr 2017

A great place to stay

Haiku Gardens is the perfect property away from the hustle and bustle of the West Coast. Thanks to the owner's accurate and timely information, we had no problem driving to the property up in the North. Tony, the caretaker, gave us a warm welcome and even had stocked the fridge with everything we needed on our first day. He picked coconuts and and vegetables for us to eat, sometimes brought some fresh fish and even cooked an excellent dinner for us one evening. The house is spacious and has all amenities you could wish for, including very good WiFi. We especially enjoyed our evenings on the patio with the sound of the ocean and the beautiful colours of sunset. Renting a car is a must - grocery shopping is a 20 minute drive away. All the beaches of the West Coast are within easy reach and going to the South or East Coast is no problem either. The beach right near the house is beautiful but the sea can be quite rough and swimming or snorkelling is only recommended during calm weather. There are lots of other things to do as well - we recommend visiting the Botanical Garden and St. Nicholas Abbey. A former plantation, it is now an ingeniously designed museum and rum distillery that takes you back into the history of this beautiful island. Haiku Gardens ist der perfekte Ort für alle, die jenseits der touristischen Hektik Ruhe genießen wollen. Dank der sorgfältig erstellten Information des Vermieters erreicht man das Anwesen im Norden per Auto problemlos. Tony, der Verwalter, begrüßte uns bei Ankunft und hatte den Kühlschrank mit allem gefüllt, was wir am ersten Tag brauchten. Auch sonst war er immer für uns da - mit Kokosnüssen, Gemüse, ab und zu einem frischen Fisch - an einem Abend hat er für uns ein leckeres karibisches Essen bereitet. Das Haus ist geräumig und hat allen Komfort für einen unbeschwerten Urlaub. Besonders bezaubernd waren unsere Abende auf der Terrasse mit Meeresrauschen und den beeindruckenden Farben des Sonnenuntergangs. Ein Mietwagen ist ein Muss - zum nächsten Supermarkt sind es ca. 20 min Fahrt. Zu den Stränden der Westküste ist es nicht weit, auch die Süd- und Ostküste ist in kurzer Zeit erreichbar. Der Strand direkt unterhalb des Hauses ist schön, allerdings ist die See oft rau und Schwimmen oder Schnorcheln sollte man nur bei ruhigem Wetter. Auch sonst kann man viel unternehmen - wir empfehlen besonders den Besuch des Botanischen Gartens und der ehemaligen PlantageSt. Nicholas Abbey, heute Museum und Rummanufaktur.

Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

James W.

21 Feb 2017

Highlight of our Barbados trip

The best way to explain how much we enjoyed this house: On the plane home the 4 of us asked one another, what were your favorite parts of the vacation. All answered that top rating went to our vacation home. Sights like Hunte's Gardens, Clifton Great House, etc were excellent; but our favorite times were breakfasting on the veranda, evening drinks in the same spot, glimpsing the monkeys on the lawns, petting the caretaker's small and gentle dogs. Several nights we ate light dinners at home as well rather than dining out. The pictures on this site are accurate, but cannot convey the peace that comes with the sound and sight of the sea. Tony the caretaker, a kind man who sees all as 'family,' is another asset; he made our stay even better with advice and friendly conversations. Any negatives at all? Well, you have already realized that the spot is remote, 15 minutes to Speightstown for a grocery, restaurants as Kai indicates in his write-up; trips to the beaches and sights around the island are all a little longer. For us the extra travel time was well worth it. Also I wouldn't count on swimming at the little beach and not much wading or floating. Pleasant to walk down to (a couple of minutes on steep stairs) and dip one's toes on occasion - and gather a couple of sea fan corals that have washed up. We are 2 couple from Massachusetts, middle age (and senior in my case); we are active. We have traveled together a few times (to Europe), always doing the research to find excellent apartments, houses, or b-and-b's at which to stay. But no place has ever pleased as much as this one. And No, I do not normally give 5 * reviews with such glowing praise; but this is an exceptional property at which to stay.

About the host

Hosted by Kai Buhofer

Swiss citizen, currently living between the UK and Colombia, self employed. Happy father of 2 lovely boys and an amazing wife!

Why they chose this property

Haiku Gardens Villa has been fully renovated and built out in 2018. This is probably the most unique property and spot in the Island for anyone who looks to really disconnect from the day to day rat race. The main luxury for me and my guests is the setting, the tranquility and the privacy. Maid and caretakers are optional at your service to fulfill any need and wish during your stay - to basically enjoy a different holiday with lasting memories. We decided not to install TV - There is Wifi though throughout the house to still stay connected when needed.

What makes this property unique

Total privacy-
We offer the following staff at your disposal:

Maid - Gwendolyne for almost 20 years trusted staff, attends during the week, depending on guests needs and wishes. She takes care of the cleaning, washing and any other needs you will have in and around the house, including kids on evenings if wished.

Caretaker: Patrick is tending to the gardens and any repairs or needs you may have during your stay including scaling one of our many coconut trees to fetch fresh coconut water for you to refresh you! (please don't try this yourself!)

We can offer a grocery shopping service prior to your arrival then the fridge is stocked ready for you!

To be aware:

* No responsibility is taken by the owners for guests using the stairs to the beach and the beach itself.
* It is forbidden to feed the monkeys - they are wild and should not encouraged to engage with humans.
* There are guard dogs on site (they live with the caretakers who are also based in a small house in the gardens away from the main house)
* Never stand below or scale any coconut tree.
* Do not touch the green berries you may find when walking down the beach - they are poisonous
* We have not installed a TV due to the fact that guest should take the time to disconnect and tank the natural energy around them. Just imagine lounging on the terrace in the hammock, sipping a rum and coke while listening to the natural orchestra this world has to offer..