Beach Court Villa Holiday Rental, Anguilla

On Shoal Bay East, one of the world’s greatest beaches, sits BeachCourt Villa, one of Anguilla’s greatest homes: 10,000 square feet, 8 bedrooms, airy and family-friendly public spaces, with tennis court and freshwater pool, on gently sloped land that goes directly to the beach. Anguilla has many magnificent homes, but very few are directly on the beach.

The house sits about 40 feet above the water, maximizing views and breezes. Yet as you sit on its spacious decks you are a short walk from the magnificence of Shoal Bay, its white sands and the sea’s blue and greens, great for walking, snorkeling, and ambling to the beach bars. The sea floor in front of the house is sand, permitting easy and immediate access to the water…some days glassine, some days waves, but always fun. Take a morning jog or an excursion on Junior’s glass bottom boat. Whatever you do, you will be on Shoal Bay for the serenity of a beautiful sunset, with the beverage of choice in your hand.

Every time you come down those stairs, you have to pinch yourself–the views are that spectacular. This open plan kitchen, living room, and dining area is terraced below the grand entrance foyer and overlooks Shoal Bay’s greens, blues, and whites. On one side of this room are sliding glass doors that open onto an expansive 600 square foot covered deck, above the swimming pool, tennis court, and sea. Though fully screened, indoor and outdoor life blend seamlessly into one another via 8-foot sliding doors.

The living room features a full home theater (wall-mounted flat screen tv with satellite reception) surrounded by plush, brightly upholstered Thai furniture. Perfect for reading (and napping). The interior dining area accommodates more people than the villa holds (with dishes and place settings for many more). Or, enjoy your meals on the spacious deck, just a few feet away. The great room has its own granite-topped wet bar with refrigerator and icemaker. Mix your favorite rum drink while listening to reggae music as cooling breezes caress you. All of your senses will be engaged at BeachCourt.

BeachCourt’s kitchen is for people who love to cook and love to eat: over 30 feet of L-shaped granite counters hold two double-bowl sinks, dishwasher, and cabinets, all beneath soaring bleached wood ceilings. The spacious island has a five-burner cook top and oven and enough room all around for “family-participation” or cooking lessons. Professional equipment includes Cuisinart food processor, Vitamix, electric hand-mixer, coffee makers, microwave, and all manner of pots, pans, work bowls, knives, whisks, spatulas—everything for the avid chef or the first one up to make coffee. A favorite of Anguilla’s private chefs and caterers.

The second floor of BeachCourt’s main house features two air-conditioned bedrooms, each with its own spacious bath. The eastern one is over 400 square feet, exclusive of its travertine and tile open-air shower. The dressing area features a two-sink marble-vanity and ample closet space. Both baths feature marble vanities, wall-mounted hairdryers, and showers. Air-conditioning and remoted-controlled ceiling fans enhance the ample breezes. You will want your light down comforter at night. Both second floor bedrooms open to a covered deck that wraps around the north and east sides of the house. The views from sunrise to sunset (and of the night sky) are breath-taking and will stay with you always.

BeachCourt Villa’s West Wing is a 2-story structure attached to the main house’s west side (hence “West Wing”) at the pool deck level. The first floor likewise has two bedrooms (280 square feet each) with adjoining private bathrooms. All bedrooms are fully air-conditioned and have individual marble vanity sinks with wall-mounted hairdryers. You will be amazed at the thoughtfulness of the amenities: individual closets and many conveniently located hooks for bathing suits, the luxurious towels and your clothes. On both floors the bedrooms open, via large sliding doors, onto covered decks over-looking the tennis court and Shoal Bay.

BeachCourt’s “backyard” is Shoal Bay East, one of the world’s most magnificent beaches. The villa is on an acre at its west end, leaving you a mile of beach to sun on, walk on, and relax. Within the gate (whose primary purpose is to keep out the goats) are all manner of tropical gardens: oleander, bougainvillea, allamanda, palm trees, and local grasses surround the house, tennis court, and beach path; planters adorn the pool deck as well. BeachCourt gives you the “best of both worlds”: the magnificent views and cooling breezes of being on a hill yet a short walk directly to the sand and sea. The beach path goes through lush vegetation and its beach gate is not visible to passersby. Your privacy is assured.

The tennis court (a rubberized carpet that stays cool and is easy on the feet) sits directly above the beach. The views are breath-taking. If you love tennis and beautiful surroundings, BeachCourt is your paradise. The 50 X 15 foot freshwater pool is perfect for lap swimming or a refreshing dip after snorkeling or walking the beach. Its expansive deck (covered in non-slip travertine) is terraced just beneath the Great Room and its covered veranda, so that the “sun-worshippers” and “shade-sitters” can be together. From this perspective you overlook the sea, to the east, north, and west. Just look at the pictures in our Gallery.

“Many people have never been to Anguilla, but no one comes just once.” Your greatest vacation has just begun.

Check-in: 4:00 PM

Check-out: 11:00 AM

Suitable for children 12 and older

No pets

Not smoking

Rates vary depending on time of year

High season and holiday rates are higher

5 night minimum during low season

7 night minimum during high season

13% gov't taxes

10% service fee

Refundable damage deposit required

50% down to book

Balance due 60 days prior

Trip cancellation insurance recommended

Rates and fees subject to change without notice