Saint Mary's holiday villa rental with private pool, beach/lake nearby, internet access and balcony/terrace

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  • Villa
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 7 nights min stay
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Beach / lakeside relaxation
  • Swimming pool
  • Child friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • Air conditioning
  • No pets allowed
  • Private garden

From the owner

COVID LICENCED & A COVID UK FREE-QUARANTINE TRAVEL DESTINATION.

Cactus House is a 'World Class' property sitting majestically in a peaceful location on the hillside overlooking Jolly Harbour. It offers absolute privacy and tranquillity for your total relaxation, yet is only a minute across the road from two of the best beaches on Antigua or from the shops and restaurants of Jolly Harbour

This is a house on a grand scale, only finished in 2015 being built virtually without regard to cost with the intention to accommodate up to eight people in great comfort, but equally popular with couples who want the ultimate in space and privacy. It is situated adjacent to the 5* Sugar Ridge Hotel whose facilities like gym, spa and restaurants are available for your use. The location of the house is especially perfect if you want something quiet, but still close to the beaches, golf, supermarket, and facilities offered by Jolly Harbour.

There are many good restaurants within walking distance, offering excellent variety and value. Two of the best beaches on Antigua are just a 10 minute walk away - or about one minute by car. St Johns, the Capital is about 20 minutes away and you are given free transfers from your port or airport so transfers only take about half an hour.

Designed around the Caribbean climate, the house has a great deal of covered outdoor area for 'al fresco' living - additionally there are two open sun decks, so it is your choice to be in or out of the suns rays. The infinity pool is the largest in the area, plus has an additional shallow play area, shower and a pool bathroom - the pool deck alone is over 1000 sq ft in size and has an additional covered area for the hotter times of the day. At night the pool comes alive as you can programme the water to a colour sequence to suit your mood - for kids try 'disco' mode with all colours pulsating together !

The whole house was designed to offer stunning uninterrupted 360' views, so from any of the decks you can see the Caribbean, passing cruise ships, Jolly Harbour, its yachts, Montserrat volcano plus many small islands and the lush countryside.

There is a choice of dining undercover indoor or out, or alternatively outside on the upper sundeck where the BBQ is situated - these upper decks enjoy both the natural cooling breeze and dazzling views. The kitchen is also on this floor and is lavishly equipped with top end appliances for self catering should you wish.

The lounge is large with a double height vaulted ceiling and many wide double doors opening onto the top garden and the terraces - this to maximise the cooling breezes and natural lighting. There is a computer desk with USB charging points and free high speed 4G WiFi which is also available poolside. A local cellphone is also provided for your use .

The four bedrooms are all air-conditioned with 'en suite' bathrooms , all of very good size - three of the bedrooms look directly out over the ocean.

On the lower floor there is also a laundry room, plus parking for up to four cars.

There is a sense of occasion when you first see the house perched on a massive stone plinth and surrounded by the green forest of trees. When you drive up your private road past towering palms, looking back over the terraced gardens you will see the azure Caribbean ocean stretching far into the distance

Antigua is regarded as one of the safest Caribbean islands and the Jolly Harbour area more so . However security at the house is enhanced with single key triple locking on external doors and armoured hurricane proof laminated glass in all windows.

On arrival all guests are met at the airport by our driver and then at the Villa by Yasmine our Estate manager, who will explain the house, general area and attractions, plus provide the complimentary welcome pack to ensure your holiday gets off to a great start. So please let us know in advance if you have any special requests and we will gladly arrange for you.

Both the Villa manager and driver are at your disposal 24/7 should you have any problems or need advice. If you want a rental car, please enquire about discounts which have been arranged for our guests. Additionally there are also special deals available in some restaurants and for yacht charter- again please ask.

Because of its hillside location, Cactus's house is built on 2 levels and with gardens on 3 terraces, thus it is not recommended for people with walking difficulties. However Cactus has a sister property ( see Holiday Lettings ref 222799) which is the 3 bedroom pool Villa situated at the bottom of the hill, just down from Cactus. This is predominately on the flat and can accommodate 6 people - it is also available at a discount for larger parties requiring both properties. Please ask for details.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Single Beds
  • Bedroom 3: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 4: King Bed
  • 4 En suites, 1 Shower room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed
  • Cot available
  • High chair available

Access

  • Parking
  • Secure parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Air conditioning
  • Private outdoor pool (unheated)
  • Private garden
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Solarium or roof terrace
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Sea view
  • Boat available
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Safe
  • Table tennis
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • Satellite TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Interaction with guest

After your free complimentary airport transfer Hazel our estate manager will meet you with keys and offer guidance about the house , local area, restaurants etc beaches etc. Should you wish during your stay she is available 24/7 to ensure you have the best possible holiday
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Cancellation policy

Full refund

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

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No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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Things to know

Payment

This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
Damage deposit: £700.00

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Smoking

No smoking at this property

About the owner

Roger H.
Average reply time:
2 hours 32 minutes

Calendar updated:
15 Mar 2024

Years listed:
19

Languages spoken: English
This Villa has 4 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms and sleeps 8. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 07 Nov 2014. Located in Antigua, it has 45 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate is £3206.
The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 15 Mar 2024.
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Reviews

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Linda D

Girls trip
Oct 2023

Our girl’s trip to Antigua was made all the better by the hospitality of Roger, Hazel and Lava and the accommodations at Cactus House were top notch! We were greeted at the airport by Lava who … More 

Reviewed 29 Oct 2023

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Brad D
North Las Vegas, Nevada

A few stairs are worth it
Jul 2023

I'll be brief but you'll really like this house. Hazel and Roger are amazing as they really helped when our flight was cancelled and had to adjust our stay. There is a grocery store near… More 

Reviewed 17 Jul 2023

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Scenic40056706137
Pickering, Canada

Fabulous Stay!
Feb 2023

We can’t say enough great things about this property and needless to say we had a fabulous family vacation staying there! The areas, both inside and outside, were very spacious and we felt we h… More 

Reviewed 18 Mar 2023

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600snehap

Incredible luxury at Cactus House
Jun 2022

We had the most amazing family vacation in Antigua, thanks to Roger’s hospitality. His villa, Cactus House, afforded us stunning views, complete privacy and a wonderfully luxurious experience. 4… More 

Reviewed 4 Jul 2022

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StryW
Melksham, United Kingdom

Fantastic spacious property with fabulous views
Apr 2022

At the third time of trying following Covid cancellations our group of 6 finally were able to spend a fortnight at Cactus House. Roger, the owner, was very helpful and patient with us throughout this … More 

Reviewed 10 May 2022

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Review 1-5 of 45

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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

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How do I edit my booking?

You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Roger (the owner) a message.

If Roger (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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