Crystal Springs
St James, Barbados, Caribbean
Our view
Set above a secret sandy cove, with a 18' speed boat ready for guests’ use, this unique, exotic, intriguing and supremely elegant villa is a magnificent choice for a special celebration.
Highlights
- Unique beachfront property
- Decorated by Oliver Messel
- Fully staffed including chef, butler and boat master
About the villa
Only an exclusive few are privileged to experience the pleasure afforded by a stay at Crystal Springs, one of Barbados' most spectacular beachfront villas. Located on 1.7 acres on the West Coast, Crystal Springs was built in the 1940s and redesigned by Oliver Messel in the 1960s, and the characteristically theatrical ambiance has been faithfully maintained.
In the Main House, guests can relax in the living room and enjoy the view, or dine on the terrace which features a frescoed ceiling as well as great ocean views. The master bedroom and 2 other bedroom suites are also located in the Main House. A short walk over the bridge that spans the natural watercourse running through the property will bring you to the Annexe with bar, sitting area and 2 one bedroom suites, and then on to the ocean front, cliff-top dining patio - one of the three great areas for alfresco dining, sipping a rum punch at sundown or simply star gazing at night with candles. From this patio, it's just a few steps up to the pool area, or down the cliff steps to the secluded beach cove. Across the gardens from the Main House, is the Tea House, where the 6th bedroom suite is located. There is also an air-conditioned home theatre, a pool house with 2 bedrooms en suite and the Pavilion, with 2 further bedroom suites and a small gym.
Crystal Springs is an excellent choice for multi-generational families or groups of friends looking for a highly luxurious, exceptionally well maintained and spacious holiday home, with a high level of personal service. Recently renovated it provides in true Messel style, plenty of outdoor living space, which opens out from the various living and sleeping areas. Guests are well looked after by a full team of no less than 14 dedicated staff, allowing you to enjoy gourmet dining, five star concierge service and personalised yet unobtrusive pampering. Dining is a particular highlight at Crystal Springs with menus prepared to guests' specifications, stocked butler's pantry, homemade treats and sweets, freshly baked breads and pastries, fresh-squeezed tropical juices, seaside barbecues in the cove, picnic baskets for beach days and boat trips. Special snacks and guest favourites are prepared on request.
Guests also enjoy the use of an 18 ft speed boat equipped for water skiing and other watersports (not including the cost of fuel) and other water toys.
Guide Price
From £85,563 Per Villa
Villa Details
Accomodation
Main House - Ground Floor
- Entrance hall
- Sitting room opening onto terrace
- Fully equipped professional kitchen opening to terraces
- Dining portico (seats up to 20)
- Guava - double bedroom (king size bed, can be made up as twin) with shower room en suite
- Butler's pantry with Nespresso Machine, kettles, coffee makers for guest use
Main House - First Floor
- Master double bedroom (king size four poster bed) with shower room en suite, with double shower and double vanities, dressing room and kitchenette
- Sea Fan - double bedroom (king size bed, can be made up as twin) with shower room en suite
Annexe
- Open air sitting area and bar and dining patio (seats up to 20)
- Hummingbird & Green Monkey - 2 double bedrooms (king size beds, can be made up as twins) each with shower room en suite
Pool House
- Sunset North - double bedroom (four poster king size bed, can be made up as double) with shower room en suite and dressing room
- Sunset South - double bedroom (four poster king size bed, can be made up as double) with shower room en suite and dressing room
Tea House (Set in Grounds)
- Kitchenette
- Sitting room with two twin size Murphy beds
- Master double bedroom (four poster king size bed) with bathroom en suite with freestanding bath and double shower
- Furnished and shaded patio
Pavilion (Set in Grounds)
- Pavilion North and South - 2 double bedrooms (king size beds, can be made up as twins) with shower room en suite, each accessed externally
Facilities
Children's Facilities
- Cot and highchair
Cooking Outdoors
- Barbecue
Entertainment
- Cable TVs
- WiFi
- Apple TV
- DVD player
- DVD library
- Sonos sound system
- CD player
- iPod dock
Games and Sports
- Stand-up paddle boards
- Fitness centre
- Weights
- a TechnoGym © equipment fitted for iPad use
- Yoga mats
Keeping Cool
- Air conditioning
- Ceiling fans
Kitchen Essentials
- Fully equipped for use by the dedicated chef and staff
- Fridge/freezer
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Oven
- Wine cooler
Private Infinity Pool
- 14m x 7m
- 1m x 2m deep
- Built-in steps
- Heated
- Pool towels
- Beach shower
- Pool steps with handrail
- Pool Cottage
- Pool fence can be installed upon request
Something Special
- Home cinema
- 18ft speedboat (petrol at additional fee)
- Sunfish sailboat, 2 stand up paddleboards and snorkelling equipment
- Dining gazebo (seats up to 16)
- Bathrobes
- Acqua di Parma bathroom amenities
- Tea kettles and mini fridges in most rooms
Villa Essentials
- Washing machine
- Hairdryer
- Iron & ironing board
- Safe
- Telephone
Service & Staffing
- Housekeeping service 7 day(s) per week
- Chef service 3 meals per day 6 day(s) per week
- Butler
- Night security
- Use of speedboat with boat master
- Shared economy levy and service fees
Location
Activities Nearby
- Golf - 2.5km Royal Westmorland
- Tennis - 3.5km Battaleys Mews
- Spa - 5 minutes drive
Amenities
- Shops and Restaurants - 3km Holetown
- Speightstown - 4.5km
Places of Interest
- Folkestone Marine Park - 5 minutes drive
- Harrison's Cave - 10 minutes drive
- Bridgetown - 20 minutes drive
- St Nicholas Abbey - 20 minutes drive
- Barbados Wildlife Reserve - 20 minutes drive
Beaches
- On site secluded cove beach with protected swimming area
- Mullins Beach - 5 minutes drive
Airport
- Grantley Adams International Airport - 30km
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