Cool Runnings
About the home
Cool Runnings is a fully air conditioned spacious 2 bedroom, 2 en suite bathroom apartment, with separate powder room. It boasts its own spacious private terrace, tropical garden, and pool .
It is situated at the rear and quietest part of the small Beacon Hill development directly adjacent to the famous Mullins Beach.
There are two large double bedrooms, the master has direct access via French doors,to the private terrace, and pool. The private garden when lit at night, looks absolutely beautiful (see pictures).
There is a communal roof top pool, with panoramic views over the Caribbean, this is solely for the use of the five apartments in the block.
The magnificent Mullins Beach is less than 100 yards walk from Cool Runnings.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Mullins, 100m |
| Access: | Car advised Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 200m |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Air conditioning, TV, CD player, Telephone, Safe |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms of which 2 en suites, Solarium / Roof terrace |
| Furniture: | Double beds (2), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 6 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Private outdoor pool (unheated), Shared outdoor pool (unheated), Private garden |
| Access: | Wheelchair friendly, Secure parking |
Further details indoors:
Cool Runnings, has both indoor and outdoor dining facilities, as well as a mini kitchen and fridge, on the covered part of the terrace.
The master bedroom has a double bed, the second also has a double, that will split into 2 small singles if required.
The terrace, which is about 50ft by 30ft, has both sun and areas of shade all day, and the pool which is a large "plunge pool" 14ft by 8ft, is private to Cool Runnings, However, there is also a communal roof top pool, and kitchenette, with views over the Caribbean, for the sole use of the five apartments in the block.
Safe swimming is only 30 seconds walk across at Mullins Beach.
Further details outdoors:
Mullins Beach is very safe for swimmers of all ages. There is a bar/restaurant open for lunch and dinner on the beach, and sun beds and shades are available to rent.
You can relax or take advantage of some water sports available.
Further details
Minimum rental period is 6 nights
Photos
The St Peter Parish region
St Peter is the next parish north of St James, on the most fashionable west coast of Barbados, The 8 mile Strip, on the west coast is made up of beaches etc in St James and St Peter, and this is where the top hotels such as Sandy Lane are siuated.
In Speightstown, 2 minutes north by car, there is scuba diving available with Reefers and Wreckers,, and a superb restaurant "Mangos by the sea", there is also a supermarket, and fresh fruit and veg stalls, and various shops etc.
On Mullins beach, you can relax, or hire a jet ski, and water skiing is available near by, there are also various other activities available if required.
For a fantastic day out, try one of the catamarans cruises, where they will take you to swim with the turtles, if you take the 5hour one, which includes lunch they provide you with food and as much drink as you like.
There are a number of them including our namesake " Cool Runnings" and El Tigre, etc, details of these are at the condo, or easily obtainable from any of the locals, there is a telephone book, and yellow pages in the apartment, all calls on the island from a landline tel no are free.
Holetown 10 minutes south is the second largest town on the island, and home to many fine restaurants and bars.
Eating out can be very reasonable, try Zachios, or Surfside, both are on the beach, and very good value, Tides, and The Mews are renowned, but a little more expensive, There are many others, as well as Banks, chatel house shops, and frankly anything you could need.
The Mullins Bay area
Mullins is situated on the Caribbean west coast of Barbados, known as the "Platinum coast", there are a number of beautiful beaches close to Cool Runnings, along this stretch of coast line.
The west coast is the side of the island where the water is calmest, and the area is home to many celebrities.and famous people from all walks of life, who often frequent Mullins Beach.
Speightstown is 2 minutes by car, and Holetown, which is the second largest town on the island is 10 minutes by car.
Barbados has a very good infrastructure , and supermarkets, doctors, and chemists are abundant close to Cool Runings, as are many world class restaurants, and golf courses.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Grantley Adams airport: 15 km |
| Ferry: | Bridgetown: 8 km |
Direct fllights from major international airports, Cool Runnings is situated just off Highway 1, just yards from Mullins Beach
Direct Rentals ( car hire) will give good rates, and provide a map.to help you find it.
Activities near Mullins Bay
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Beach or lakeside relaxation
A winter sun break
Good nightlife
Guestbook for Cool Runnings
"Thankyou so much, we had a fabulous honeymoon, and the apartment, with its beautiful terrace, and pool was awesome" said Mr & Mrs Adams of Surrey.
"The fact that your lovely condo is on the ground floor, and so close to Mullins Beach, meant my mother was fully able to thoroughly enjoy herself, with her limited mobility, and enabled us to have some much needed relaxation" said Mrs Hughes from somerset.
"We had a wonderful time, the condo was just what we were looking for", said Mr & Mrs Barrett from herefordshire.
"We had a great time, the condo was just what we were looking for" said Mr & mrs Barrett from Hereford
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 16 Apr 11 | 15 Dec 11 | £ 1125 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Dec 11 | 3 Jan 12 | £ 2200 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Jan 12 | 16 Apr 12 | £ 1650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 16 Apr 12 | 15 Dec 12 | £ 1125 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Dec 12 | 3 Jan 13 | £ 2200 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Jan 13 | 16 Apr 13 | £ 1650 | - | - | 1 Week | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 2 years listed You are contacting John Beadle
Languages spoken ![]() The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2009. This apartment has so far received 0 reviews. ![]() |

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