St. Bernard's Hill House, Belmont, Tortola, British Virgin Islands

 

Exclusive St. Bernard's Hill House is the top of the world for those who seek privacy and a catered holiday in cool and breezy seclusion; your stay includes the talents of a gourmet chef for your dining pleasures.

 

St. Bernard's spacious Main Pavilion comprises the richly-decorated Great Room, a dining room which seats 10, spacious well-equipped kitchen, an air-conditioned study with a computer and a powder room. Arched doorways open out to a wonderful deep covered verandah which spans three sides of this Pavilion, overlooking the Caribbean and Atlantic's blue majesty dotted with green islands and cays.

 

On the south side of the Main Pavilion is a manicured lawn which borders a wonderfully unique terrace overlooking the yachts coming and going below in Sopers Hole and a panoramic vista of islands and sea clear to the distant horizon. A few stairs from the lawn area descend to the superb infinity-edged pool is heated 24/7. A shaded alcove sitting area is just off the deck, adjoined by a full bath and an outside shower.

 

From the main entrance of the Main Pavilion, a walkway meanders through lovely gardens and tropical trees to the separate Oriental Cottage, tucked just far enough away from the Main Pavilion to provide romantic privacy. This air-conditioned Cottage features a roomy covered hardwood verandah which wraps around two sides of the Cottage.

 

The Double Cottage is just adjacent to the Main Pavilion. This unique, two-bedroom, two-bath air-conditioned Cottage is just perfect for parents and small children. It offers the Contemporary and Caribbean suites under one roof joined by an interior hallway. The Contemporary suite has its own en-suite bath, and a cool, shaded L-shaped verandah via screened french doors. The adjoining Caribbean suite also has an en-suite tiled bath and a verandah overlooking the bustling marine activity below in Sopers Hole and St. John beyond. Both imbuia-wood verandahs are connected at the front of Double Cottage for easy access to both adjoining suites.

 

Next door to Double Cottage is the charming Colonial Cottage, a separate air-conditioned bungalow with en-suite bath and a wraparound verandah furnished with chairs and tables overlooking expanses of ocean and green islets and cays. Below Double Cottage is the air-conditioned home gym, well equipped with varied fitness gear, mirrors, a TV, DVD player, an iPod dock/CD player, and beautiful bamboo flooring.

 

St. Bernard's Hill House offers serene seclusion in a very private, lush setting within an electronically-gated enclave. It boasts some of the most mesmerizing wide-angled views of ocean and islands to be seen anywhere. Its lofty hilltop location invites cool tradewinds wafting through the 8 acres of tropical landscaping and sweeping across the generous verandahs - this estate celebrates pampered outdoor island living in style. All bedrooms are air-conditioned and screened, and are very well situated on the estate for maximum privacy for couples. You'll be well cared for by St. Bernard's Hill House's gracious and attentive staff. Eclectic and pleasing decor from around the world graces this unique property, with antique pieces, original Caribbean artwork, white gauzy curtains blowing in the breeze all adding to its charm and natural beauty - this is perfection from sunrise to sunset, and into the balmy island night with a sparkling canopy of stars.

 

Additional Information

There are two small, groomed dogs at the estate, which you may have restricted to the Manager's house if you prefer

 

** All food and beverages (sodas, mixers, house wines and spirits) are also included in the all-inclusive rental rate (NOTE: premium fine wine vintages and champagnes can be ordered well in advance to your specification, at an additional cost. Special food/meal requests such as Kosher meats, daily lobster, or even fresh, flown-in shell fish can be ordered in advance at an additional cost; ask for further details). The chef will plan your personalized menu in detail, tailoring it to your tastes. A stewardess is also on St. Bernard's Hill House's staff. She will set your dining table, serve your meals and afternoon tea, and mix drinks for you. Meals will be served on a mutually-agreeable schedule.

 

** A 30-foot luxury RIB tender with a captain at the helm. Snorkel gear, water skis, a wakeboard, foam noodles and floats, a sun canopy and fridge are yours to enjoy while out boating. SCUBA gear may be arranged for qualified divers at an additional cost; if diving, no more than 4 guests on "BVI Beverley" is recommended (for more than 4 divers, the boat captain can arrange for the local dive company to take you on an underwater SCUBA tour (additional cost). Snacks, drinks and picnics can be arranged (included in the all-inclusive rental rates). Boating is weather-permitting, and will be within the British Virgin Islands' islets and cays: take a trip to Jost Van Dyke to visit world-famous Foxy's, sip a refreshing Painkiller on the beach at Soggy Dollar Bar; have a picnic on Sandy Cay, visit Norman Island's infamous bar-boat, the William Thornton, and snorkel the Caves and the Indians. Stop at Peter Island's stunning beach for lunch at their excellent seaside restaurant, then head to Cooper Island for more snorkeling and beach time!

 

Check in 3PM
Check out 11AM
Prices based on two persons per bedroom
Should a group become larger, they will be required to pay for additional guests for all excess persons
Children Welcome
No Pets Allowed
Non Smoking Home
5 Night Minimum During Low Season
7 Night Minimum During High Season
Holds are for 3 business days
Cellular phone number required
Arrival information is due no fewer than 2 weeks before arrival
Half of your rent is due here within 10 days of booking
Rentals for Christmas/New Year’s must be paid in full by September 30th
Damage deposits are fully refundable within 45 to 60 days as long as there is no breakage
Manager reserve the right to be allowed several hours (up to 24 hours) to cure a reported problem
Failure to check out of your villa at 11 am sharp may result in a $250 Penalty
Villa Manager reserves the right to substitute for better or same in case of emergency repair problem, weather issue, or management issue
Villas shall charge Guest $35 for each set of lost or mishandled keys
Noise Ordinance after 10PM
DON’T FORGET to BRING PROOF of CITIZENSHIP!
$1,000 Security deposit required
15% Staff Gratuity
50% down to book
50% (balance) due 60 days prior
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