10/10 Excellent
Chad M.
Mar 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay in Nevis
Chad M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Entire home
Family Luxury, Resort Level Amenities, Ocean Views, Perfect Location, Gym.
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 85100 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Hot Tub
- Washer
- Pool
- Barbecue grill
- Parking available
- Breakfast available
Explore the area
Jessups, Saint Thomas Lowland Parish
- Pinney's Beach5 min drive
- Nevisian Heritage Village5 min drive
- Four Seasons Golf Course5 min drive
- Newcastle (NEV-Vance W. Amory Intl.)12 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Vaughans
Located in Jessups Village, this villa is by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of Pinney's Beach and Nevisian Heritage Village. .This family-friendly villa is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Four Seasons Golf Course and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Memorial Square.
What's nearby
- Pinney's Beach - 5 min drive - 1.6 miles
- Nevisian Heritage Village - 5 min drive - 1.9 miles
- Four Seasons Golf Course - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Market Place - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
- Turtle Beach - 83 min drive - 8.5 miles
Getting around
- Newcastle (NEV-Vance W. Amory Intl.) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
- Sunshines Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
- Drift Restaurant & V Gallery - 11 min drive
- Chrishi Beach Club - 6 min drive
- Mango - 4 min drive
- Reggae Beach Bar and Grill - 83 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Family Luxury, Resort Level Amenities, Ocean Views, Perfect Location, Gym.
NESTLED WITHIN A PRIVATE, LUSHLY LANDSCAPED ONE ACRE PROPERTY WITH FAR REACHING VIEWS, THE RETREAT IS A TRULY EXCEPTIONAL OASIS.
FROM THE MOMENT YOU STEP OUT OF ST. KITTS AIRPORT, OUR EXCLUSIVE SERVICES BEGIN. OUR PRIVATE DRIVER AWAITS TO TRANSPORT YOU ALONG THE SCENIC DRIVE TO THE WATER TAXI. WITHIN MINUTES YOU WILL ARRIVE AT OUALIE BEACH, NEVIS WHERE OUR LOCAL DRIVER ESCORTS YOU ON THE SHORT DRIVE TO THE RETREAT WHERE YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE AND A WELCOME BASKET OF GROCERY ESSENTIALS AWAIT YOUR ARRIVAL ENSURING A STRESS-FREE ARRIVAL TO ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL, LAIDBACK ISLANDS IN THE CARIBBEAN. (SEE NOTES 1 & 2 BELOW).
THIS LAVISH SANCTUARY FEATURES COUNTLESS DETAILS DESIGNED TO ENHANCE YOUR STAY. THE HOUSE IS FULLY AIR CONDITIONED, AFFORDING PERSONALISED COMFORT IN EACH ROOM THROUGH INDIVIDUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROLS. THE HIGH-END EUROPEAN KITCHEN HAS DUAL OVENS, 24 BOTTLE WINE AND BEVERAGE FRIDGE, AND IS FULLY EQUIPPED FOR ALL YOUR DINING NEEDS. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO BBQ SOME LOCAL CATCH, A LARGE VIKING BBQ AND TERRACE WITH SEATING FOR ALL WILL COMPLEMENT ANY MEAL.
FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT, A SONOS SYSTEM IS WIRED THROUGHOUT THE MAIN AREAS OF THE HOUSE, AS WELL AS OUTDOORS ON THE VERANDA AND POOL/GAZEBO AREA. THE MAIN TELEVISION IS A 75’ SMART TV FOR FAMILY NETFLIX NIGHTS. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL LARGE SCREEN TV IN THE LOWER FAMILY ROOM AND EACH OF THE FOUR BEDROOMS ALSO HAS THEIR OWN TELEVISION FOR LATE NIGHT SPORTS/NEWS WITH OVER 200 CHANNELS.
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES THAT ENSURE YOUR LUXURY ACCOMMODATION NEEDS ARE FULFILLED INCLUDE; A GATED PROPERTY; MAGNIFICENT 30X15 FOOT POOL; A SEPARATE SPA WITH CASCADING WATERFALLS; TWO OUTDOOR SHOWERS; A POOLSIDE GAZEBO WITH ITS OWN BEVERAGE FRIDGE; WHOLE HOUSE AUTOMATIC GENERATOR, AND A FITNESS ROOM WITH SCHWINN SPIN BIKE, ROWER AND TRX SUSPENSION TRAINER .
THE HOME IS ENHANCED BY CLASSIC EUROPEAN FURNISHINGS AND AWARD WINNING DESIGNER NAOMI CLEAVER’S ELEGANT CHOICES IN MATERIALS AND SOFT COLOUR PALETTE WITH THE HAND PAINTED SILK SCREEN PANELS TRULY SHOWCASING THE HOME.
THE 180 DEGREE VIEWS OVER THE POOL, GOLF COURSE AND VIEW OF THE SETTING SUN ACROSS THE OCEAN AND OVER TO THE LIGHTS OF ST. KITTS PROVIDE FOR A MOST MEMORABLE VACATION.
THE RETREAT BORDERS THE 5-STAR ROBERT TRENT JONES ll PAR 71 GOLF COURSE, AND THE FOUR SEASONS 5 DIAMOND RESORT.
YOUR VACATION HOME IS CENTRALLY LOCATED TO THE ISLAND’S MANY RESTAURANTS AND A SHORT DRIVE TO GROCERY STORES. THE SAND AND THE BEACH BARS OF PINNEY’S BEACH ARE A SHORT FIVE MINUTE DRIVE.
NOTES
1) CONCIERGE SERVICE INCLUDES ASSISTANCE WITH BOOKING OF RESTAURANTS, ACTIVITIES, AND TRANSPORTATION. WE CAN ALSO SEND YOU A WINE LIST FOR YOU TO ORDER YOUR PREFERRED CHOICES AHEAD OF TRAVEL AND HAVE IT AWAITING YOUR ARRIVAL AT THE RETREAT.
2)ONE WAY ARRIVAL TRANSPORTATION COSTS ONLY ARE INCLUDED FOR STAYS OF A MINIMUM SEVEN NIGHTS.
FROM THE MOMENT YOU STEP OUT OF ST. KITTS AIRPORT, OUR EXCLUSIVE SERVICES BEGIN. OUR PRIVATE DRIVER AWAITS TO TRANSPORT YOU ALONG THE SCENIC DRIVE TO THE WATER TAXI. WITHIN MINUTES YOU WILL ARRIVE AT OUALIE BEACH, NEVIS WHERE OUR LOCAL DRIVER ESCORTS YOU ON THE SHORT DRIVE TO THE RETREAT WHERE YOUR PERSONAL CONCIERGE AND A WELCOME BASKET OF GROCERY ESSENTIALS AWAIT YOUR ARRIVAL ENSURING A STRESS-FREE ARRIVAL TO ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL, LAIDBACK ISLANDS IN THE CARIBBEAN. (SEE NOTES 1 & 2 BELOW).
THIS LAVISH SANCTUARY FEATURES COUNTLESS DETAILS DESIGNED TO ENHANCE YOUR STAY. THE HOUSE IS FULLY AIR CONDITIONED, AFFORDING PERSONALISED COMFORT IN EACH ROOM THROUGH INDIVIDUAL TEMPERATURE CONTROLS. THE HIGH-END EUROPEAN KITCHEN HAS DUAL OVENS, 24 BOTTLE WINE AND BEVERAGE FRIDGE, AND IS FULLY EQUIPPED FOR ALL YOUR DINING NEEDS. IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO BBQ SOME LOCAL CATCH, A LARGE VIKING BBQ AND TERRACE WITH SEATING FOR ALL WILL COMPLEMENT ANY MEAL.
FOR YOUR ENTERTAINMENT, A SONOS SYSTEM IS WIRED THROUGHOUT THE MAIN AREAS OF THE HOUSE, AS WELL AS OUTDOORS ON THE VERANDA AND POOL/GAZEBO AREA. THE MAIN TELEVISION IS A 75’ SMART TV FOR FAMILY NETFLIX NIGHTS. THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL LARGE SCREEN TV IN THE LOWER FAMILY ROOM AND EACH OF THE FOUR BEDROOMS ALSO HAS THEIR OWN TELEVISION FOR LATE NIGHT SPORTS/NEWS WITH OVER 200 CHANNELS.
ADDITIONAL AMENITIES THAT ENSURE YOUR LUXURY ACCOMMODATION NEEDS ARE FULFILLED INCLUDE; A GATED PROPERTY; MAGNIFICENT 30X15 FOOT POOL; A SEPARATE SPA WITH CASCADING WATERFALLS; TWO OUTDOOR SHOWERS; A POOLSIDE GAZEBO WITH ITS OWN BEVERAGE FRIDGE; WHOLE HOUSE AUTOMATIC GENERATOR, AND A FITNESS ROOM WITH SCHWINN SPIN BIKE, ROWER AND TRX SUSPENSION TRAINER .
THE HOME IS ENHANCED BY CLASSIC EUROPEAN FURNISHINGS AND AWARD WINNING DESIGNER NAOMI CLEAVER’S ELEGANT CHOICES IN MATERIALS AND SOFT COLOUR PALETTE WITH THE HAND PAINTED SILK SCREEN PANELS TRULY SHOWCASING THE HOME.
THE 180 DEGREE VIEWS OVER THE POOL, GOLF COURSE AND VIEW OF THE SETTING SUN ACROSS THE OCEAN AND OVER TO THE LIGHTS OF ST. KITTS PROVIDE FOR A MOST MEMORABLE VACATION.
THE RETREAT BORDERS THE 5-STAR ROBERT TRENT JONES ll PAR 71 GOLF COURSE, AND THE FOUR SEASONS 5 DIAMOND RESORT.
YOUR VACATION HOME IS CENTRALLY LOCATED TO THE ISLAND’S MANY RESTAURANTS AND A SHORT DRIVE TO GROCERY STORES. THE SAND AND THE BEACH BARS OF PINNEY’S BEACH ARE A SHORT FIVE MINUTE DRIVE.
NOTES
1) CONCIERGE SERVICE INCLUDES ASSISTANCE WITH BOOKING OF RESTAURANTS, ACTIVITIES, AND TRANSPORTATION. WE CAN ALSO SEND YOU A WINE LIST FOR YOU TO ORDER YOUR PREFERRED CHOICES AHEAD OF TRAVEL AND HAVE IT AWAITING YOUR ARRIVAL AT THE RETREAT.
2)ONE WAY ARRIVAL TRANSPORTATION COSTS ONLY ARE INCLUDED FOR STAYS OF A MINIMUM SEVEN NIGHTS.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned villa, which features a private pool and a Smart TV. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this villa include concierge services, an arcade/game room, and barbecue grills.
Breakfast is available for a fee.
Guests will find features like wireless internet access and onsite parking.
Property manager
Gareth Lloyd
Languages
English
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
- Beach loungers
- Beach towels
Pool/Spa
- Massage
- Outdoor pool
- Private pool
- Spa tub
Internet
- Available in the villa: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Limo/town car service
- Car available
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Breakfast available for a fee
- Chef service
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 4.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Music library
- Netflix
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
- Streaming services
- Video games
- Video library
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundromat nearby
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: Smoking on exterior pool and bbq decks only
Services and conveniences
- Concierge services
- Housekeeping (limited availability)
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
- Phone
Location highlights
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near the sea
- Next to a golf course
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Bicycles
- Boat
- Golf
- Gym
- Tennis
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Casino nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Jet skiing nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
- Deadbolt lock
General
- Bicycles
- Garden
- Property located in a resort
- Unit size: 5,100 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for toddlers unless supervised
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 10
Note from host: On agreement with Owner and additional terms apply
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Unrivalled Luxury Hideaway Heavenly Caribbean Views Jessups
Unrivalled Luxury Hideaway Heavenly Caribbean Views
Unrivalled Luxury Hideaway With Heavenly Caribbean Views Villa
Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Kevin E.
Feb 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic property and very responsive staff
Property even more picturesque than advertised. Truly special landscaping, with many exotic and beautiful plants. Great view of ocean, very comfortable, very spacious, clean, and modern and literally abutting four seasons golf course. Easy to access four seasons amenities but far roomier and newer accommodations (and a fraction of the price). Prop managers Gareth and Steve super responsive to coordinate transportation and a private chef (very much recommend the chef, Mark, for both the food and stories afterwards, along with is assistant Denise who is a world class jazz singer!). Can be an occasional hiccup as it’s a big house with a lot of systems to maintain, but resolution was rapid (minutes) and responsive. A great value even at this price and a lovely overall stay. Be sure to visit the great restaurants around nevis in the former sugar plantations. Drift, Montpelier, and Golden Rocks were all fantastic locations/views with even better food. Scuba diving in nearby St Kitts also recommended with several shipwrecks. In all, a big thumbs up.
Kevin E.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
joe a.
Jul 12, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Everything was fantastic
This is the place to stay.
You can pay double at the Four Seasons or have all the privacy you want at The Retreat for half the amount
joe a.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Robert C.
Apr 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Spring Break 2023
Home and amenities were amazing! Our family enjoyed our time at The Retreat. The location and view cannot be compared with any other property on the island. A true gem!!! This was our 4th Trip to Nevis and first time renting a home on Nevis. Our family is already planning our next vacation at the Retreat. The house and property are meticulously clean. Plenty of room throughout the home with multiple seating areas for relaxing or dinner on the patio overlooking the Caribbean. Location is less than 5 minute drive from the Four Seasons, multiple beaches and restaurants. The Retreat also offers beautiful landscapes gardens, large pool, spa and gazebo. Our family enjoyed the daily afternoon visit from the Vervet Monkeys on the island. A bonus was a workout room in the home. The Property Manager, Steve and our driver, Hollywood made the trip special. Steve would check in on us to make sure everything was perfect during our stay and Hollywood was available to drive us anywhere on the island within a moments notice. A nice touch was the owners of The Retreat reaching out to us at the beginning and during our stay to make sure we had everything we needed to make our trip special. Thanks again to all for making our family vacation memorable! We cannot wait for our next trip to Nevis and our stay at The Retreat.
Robert C.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline V., USA
Feb 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Three Master Suites With Privacy
We enjoyed our stay at The Retreat!
The house easily accommodated three adult couples with privacy for all.
The house and property are kept very clean and the many different seating areas were perfect for six of us.
The location is excellent with great views.
Jacqueline V.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C., Simsbury, CT
Jan 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Total relaxation!
Having a relative who stay there, he was spot on.
House was amazing and fit all our needs along with young grandson. Our driver was so knowledgeable & fun!! All hosts were available to speak with when needed. Would definitely come back!!!!
Wendy C.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer S.
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at State of the Art Home
Great location at the top of Jessup's adjacent to the upper part of 4 Seasons golf course. Fully air conditioned with modern kitchen and amenities. Large pool with adjacent jet pool.
Highly recommend!
Jennifer S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Andrew M.
Jan 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional Luxury Villa, Fabulous Vacation!
The Retreat is an amazing villa! Located a 5 minute drive from the Four Seasons and Pinneys Beach (and of course Sunshines’), the Retreat offers spectacular ocean and mountain views, luscious landscaped gardens, a huge luxurious pool and spa and gazebo, and a gorgeous outdoor patio and veranda to enjoy your morning coffee and drinks and dinner. The photos are gorgeous but the actual property is more spectacular. My family of 5 adults enjoyed the privacy of the 3 spacious bedrooms (2 en suite) on two levels and the open and airy layout of the common areas on both floors. There are multiple TVs,
Cable,
Netflix and other streaming services as well as a sophisticated music system accessible via Sonos. The gym in the villa was handy as well! The huge modern kitchen was equipped with the latest modern high end equipment and appliances and stocked with all the basics as well as a curated package of food basics. Gareth is an incredibly gracious owner; communication was fast and easy. He was truly vested in ensuring that my family had a great time! His property manager Steve was extraordinarily helpful in showing us around the property and setting up dinners (including a private in home chef and multiple dinners at island restaurants) and excursions for us and was super attentive and pro active. And of course their driver of choice, the island famous Hollywood, was an incredible guide for the island and its history, and provided outstanding transportation services. He made it easy to get around. Private transport from st Kitts airport to the water taxi to the Retreat were all arranged by Gareth and went very smoothly. The level of service was on par with the Four Seasons. A truly memorable experience! Thank you Gareth and Team!
Andrew M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022
10/10 Excellent
Patricia B.
Jan 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The Retreat
Villa Helona Sun enjoys an elevated position and wonderful panoramic views of the surrounding hillside and the Ionian Sea. This 3 bedroom villa has stylish furnishings throughout, a large pool and a fabulous terrace overlooking the stunning scenery. The resort of St Thomas with its large selection of bars, tavernas and shops, is just a short drive away. What's more you'll have a choice of 2 sandy beaches just 5 minutes' drive away. Excellent WiFi and air conditioning/heating in all the bedrooms and lounge are included.The manager is exceptional as are the housekeeping you could not want for better
Patricia B.
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Lorah P.
Dec 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
An Amazing Week at the Retreat
The Retreat was glorious! LOVED the layout, decor, cleanliness and amenities. The pool was to die for and we spent hours in the cabana enjoying coffee in the early hours and cocktails later in the day. Beds were comfortable and we had all the amenities one could ask for. We sincerely appreciate all that you did to navigate the changing landscape of Covid to make it happen. Our 24 hr Quarantine was easy as Sunday sported a F1 racing event that glued our kids to the TV and allowed my husband and I to decompress after the stress of getting out of the US and into Nevis with all the Covid testing insanity.
Activities that stood out included the awesome sail with Miles and Brian that included a snorkeling experience near St. Kitts and the Nevis peak hike. The sail was awesome- something we would do again in a heartbeat. Our 20-something y.o. children also put in a plug for the tasty rum punch! The Nevis peak adventure was certainly one we will never forget. Two nights before the hike it rained leading to extremely wet, slippery and muddy conditions. Arriving at the trail head our guide grouped us with a very friendly, enjoyable young Scotsmen who was training for Kilimanjaro! Needless to say, my husband and I were a bit out of our league! Regardless, we survived the 5+ hr slog and happily checked this off our bucket list, but admittedly our 20-something’s said they would do it again.
A few restaurants that stood out included an incredible lunch and exploration of grounds at Golden Rock, a fun experience and fabulous food at Bananas and a final dinner decked out for the holiday season (including the bartender special drink of the day) at Montpellier plantations. Wow -well worth the drives sharing the roads with the goats, donkeys and cows!
You have done an incredible job creating a beautiful retreat. Only suggestion for improvement would be a list of beaches to visit or places to walk and a local listing of places to buy groceries, wine, and necessities to provide to guests as it was hard to get this on line.
We are grateful for the experience we had at your Retreat! Thank you from our family!
Lorah P.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Greg D., Saint Louis, MO
Mar 25, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
A splendid second visit and we will be back for more!
March 2020 was my family's second visit to The Retreat, our first being two years earlier. There are so many INCREDIBLY positive elements to staying there. First, the owner, Gareth, is sincerely vested in ensuring his guests have a memorable stay. From suggestions on food and wine, to spa treatments and professionally cooked meals, to updates made to the home, to convenient and economical driver's service, he proactively offers advice and recommendations that are 100% for the benefit of his guests. The timing and quality of Gareth's communications are impeccable.
Second, the quality, amenities and aesthetics of the home itself are hands-down the best we have experienced (we book through VRBO three to six times a year and have done so for 10 years). The location and ocean/sunset views are mesmerizing. The amenities and finishes in the home are first-rate. The pool is remarkable!!! The grounds are spectacular. The bedding comfortable. The home is spotless. I find myself saying while there, "There is not one thing I would change if I owned this place".
And finally, the people of Nevis are so nice and friendly, with excellent restaurants and local artisans. They truly want to serve their tourists/guests and it shows in every interaction. The island has much to offer and guests are welcomed to explore when and where they want.
We will DEFINITELY be returning to The Retreat. It is a truly magical place. You can book here and be GUARANTEED a vacation whose memories will last a lifetime.
Greg D.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2020
10/10 Excellent
Kathy K.
Mar 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Stay at The Retreat
We have just returned from an extended stay at The Retreat in Nevis. Having traveled to Nevis for over 30 years, we have stayed at numerous properties but none compare to The Retreat.
The staff, Sandra and Catherine worked diligently to keep the home sparkling clean. Steve, the property manager checked in frequently to address any needs we might have.
Gareth, the property owner takes great pride in assuring that your stay is flawless.
The home is very comfortable for a large group or family and includes many amenities found in a five star hotel.
We hope to return in the near future!
Kathy and Charlie
February 2020
Kathy K.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2020
10/10 Excellent
David W.
Nov 5, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Luxury in paradise!
The property is quite frankly stunning. Finished to an incredibly high spec, with amazing AV and tech throughout. You'd struggle to find such a slick property anywhere in the world, let alone one on a tropical island! The property is set on a very quiet road and extremely private, so on your days spent by the pool you can expect total relaxation.
The owner couldn't have been more helpful in getting us prepared for our trip and we felt completely cared for throughout with a great local experience manager who sorted everything we needed out locally from a private chef, snorkeling to dinner reservations.
I especially loved being able to pre-order wine that was ready and waiting for us in the wine fridge when we arrived. A great selection available at great prices. Very nice touch.
When can I book again?
David W.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
Jun 15, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise!
The villa itself and surrounding pool / grounds are fantastic - you may not want to ever leave. The view to the water is drop-dead gorgeous. The house is large, clean and well maintained with lots of useful technology including music and high speed internet everywhere inside and out. The gym downstairs was a nice touch as well. On top of all of this Gareth and Steve (local manager) were fantastic hosts -- available around the clock as needed and full of great information and advice. We'll be back for sure!
Verified traveler
10/10 Excellent
marianne W.
May 16, 2019
Beautiful, Very Special Villa
The Retreat is just beautiful, inside and out. Our experience was that the Villa was very much like staying in a luxury hotel, along with the benefit of total privacy. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is well stocked , the view is amazing and there are several different outdoor areas where you can gather as a group or find a beautiful corner to for some quiet time. The owner, Gareth is extremely responsive and easy to deal with, as is the entire staff. I highly recommend The Retreat. We had a fabulous time and it really is as beautiful as it looks on the website. A very special place for sure.
marianne W.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
sue m.
May 16, 2019
The Retreat
We enjoyed our stay at The Retreat from April 13-23rd. Gareth the owner and property manager Steve were both easy to deal with and very helpful. Gareth is very quick to respond to any questions. The house is beautiful, well kept and spacious. It is located just above the four seasons golf course and is quiet and pleasant to unwind and relax at.. The pool and ocean views were beautiful and as previously stated in several reviews, the pictures do not do them justice. The house was well stocked with all needed kitchen supplies and bathrooms with plenty of towels and bathrobes. The Sonos system throughout house is wonderful and works all the lights, music blinds and thermostat. I especially enjoyed eating breakfast out on the upper porch over looking pool with ocean view while watching the hummingbirds and monkeys. We used a driver for the week. Highly recommend this. Hollywood was wonderful and very polite and friendly. The island of Nevis is quiet and beautiful without the hustle and bustle of cruise ships and constant peddlers. We enjoyed the beautiful beaches and dinners as well as breakfast at several old sugar plantations including Golden Rock and Hermitage Plantation. Sunshine’s and Limes was also enjoyable for lunch at the beach. But our favorite beaches were at The Yachtsman where they had nice loungers and great lunch. We also liked Cades beach and resteraunt I also highly recommend a personal power cat boat snorkel trip rather than Catamaran. We did both and the snorkel with private guide far surpassed the catarman trip. I highly recommend The Retreat. The house was everything it advertised to be and more, the transfers were all arranged and quite easy and the house is located high enough in the hills to enjoy the views and mountain ( hill) side of island and then short drive down to enjoy the beach. So you get the best Of both worlds.
sue m.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie O.
Mar 19, 2019
Wow, breathtaking home, view & gardens.
A stunning property with a fantastic panoramic view, the web pictures don’t do it justice and a lush garden beautifully landscaped that is a delight to walk through & watch monkeys & hummingbirds etc. Breakfast, lunch or dinner on the terrace is a joy! Every comfort is catered for & there is also a very well equipped kitchen or for an extra special treat it can be arranged for a chef to come & cook dinner at the house, a fabulous experience & one we will remember. The quality of the surround sound system is sublime & adds to the ambience. It certainly is a retreat where you can unwind, swim, sunbathe etc as well as having easy access to other island activities & the beach. The feeling of space, light & freedom abound. A magical place to celebrate my Mum’s 80th. The owner Gareth & house manager Steve aim to make sure all your needs are met. Just switch to island time & relax. We would love to return. Thanks Gareth for sharing this gem, best wishes Stephanie, Bob, Ingrid & Dom.
Stephanie O.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Charles J.
Mar 10, 2019
Paradise
This house is fantastic in every way. The views are gorgeous and the pool is perfect. The bedrooms and bathrooms are spacious and well appointed. Beds are very comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need including a great espresso machine. The house was stocked with plenty of beer and terrific wines. The house is very modern, with dedicated control services in every room. Decor is modern and tasteful. Gareth is wonderful- very responsive and helpful with every question and concern. He was attentive to every detail throughout our stay. We could not have asked for a better host. On island, our driver and house manager were excellent. We enjoyed spending time with them and exploring Nevis. Their kindness and hospitality were heartwarming. I highly recommend The Retreat and would return tomorrow if I could. This property is one of a kind, and Gareth and his crew are exceptional.
Charles J.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Gwen R.
Mar 5, 2019
Beautiful home, beautiful island, carefree vacation.
The home is beautiful and very well taken care of. The pictures, while accurate,
don't really do it justice. We were blown away as we entered at dusk into the
private gate, the landscaping all lit up, and the large beautiful home at the top of
the property. The pool area is also large with comfortable sun chairs and a gazebo
to get out of the sun. Every detail has been thought of, from the small refrigerator
in the gazebo, the stairs that completely light up at night, the huge grill for cooking,
the various tables and sitting areas throughout the home and deck area,
and the sonos that you can control all over the home and pool. The bedrooms are
all very nice with comfortable beds and each with a private bath. Perfect for us as
we were three couples.
But besides the property, the level of care that we received was over the top. The
owner emailed me continually before we went offering me options to enhance our
experience. So when we arrived, he had someone picking us up at the airport, driving
us to a private boat that transported us to Nevis. In Nevis, there was someone to
pick us up and bring us to the home. Steve, the property manager was there to
let us in, show us everything and was" on call " to us as well as stopping by often to
make sure everything was OK. He had the home stocked with basic food that we
had selected as well as the wine refrigerator filled with our favorite wines. Everything
was taken care of! We also used BaBa, the driver and tour guide, for our driver
for the entire week. He gave us a tour of the island as we'll as bringing us to
different beaches and different restaurants in the evenings. We loved his service
also. All in all, a perfect stay and I would highly recommend it.
Gwen R.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joanne M.
Feb 8, 2019
Spectacular!
The Retreat is an amazing property! We spent a week enjoying all the luxuries ... the beautifully decorated home, the pool and fountain, the spectacular sound system and the terrace! The sunsets were incredible! Thank you Steve for organizing our excursions and dinners and thank you Baba for your driving us around your beautiful island! A truly memorable trip ... we will definately return!
Joanne M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019
10/10 Excellent
Michele W.
Jul 17, 2018
Best stay ever!!
Words cannot describe how much I fell in love with this property. From the moment you arrive and the gate opens the house just screams luxury. We were originally going to stay at the Four Seasons Resort until I decided to book the house. Best decision ever! Gareth, the owner, was a pleasure to deal with and made sure we had everything we desired prior to our arrival. The welcome packet describes everything you need to know about the property and the island with some great suggestions for dining, activities and relaxation. The house is luxurious and comfortable all at the same time. The deck, veranda, bbq area, pool, music inside and out and the garden offer so many places for you to relax together and find time alone. The layout of the house is perfect for everyone to have privacy. We were there for a wedding and our house quickly became the after-party house. Everyone was so impressed with how stunning it was. Steve, the house manager, was always available and tended to all your needs. I truly can't say enough about this house except I can't wait to go back!!!
Michele W.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
Jun 27, 2018
modern, private, spa-like home with incredible views!
My family, including two teen children, just got back from a relaxing week at The Retreat. It exceeded all of our expectations. First, the house was amazing. The design is stunning, it is quite large, and has every possible modern convenience, including Sonos surround sound in every room and outside. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bathrooms were spa-like, the kitchen was well appointed, and we are still talking about the incredible outdoor grill! Pictures cannot do the pool, the landscaping, and the view justice… we were pinching ourselves the whole time. The location is also ideal. It is close to the Four Seasons golf course, where we went running in the AM but it is extremely private. It truly feels like a “retreat”. Our biggest problem was trying to decide where to have evening cocktails: the upstairs patio, poolside, or in the gazebo.
Gareth the owner clearly has a travelers needs in mind. The house was stocked with breakfast and drink items and we could pre-order wines (and Gin) from a great list which were there upon arrival. Steve the manager was incredibly helpful and knows everyone on the island. He arranged everything for us including restaurant reservations, jet ski rentals, guided bike rides and hiking tours, and found us some locally caught mahi that we cooked on that great grill.
We have travelled extensively but have never been to Nevis. The island is one of the most friendly and laid-back islands that we have been to. In addition to all of the relaxing and/or fun outdoor activities, we had several very special dinner experiences on the beach and at the converted sugar plantation restaurants. We can’t wait to go back!
Karen C.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2018
10/10 Excellent
JuliaAnne M.
Jun 13, 2018
Great house as good as it looks in the pictures
Fabulous space to relax and enjoy and very private apart from the occasional monkey.
JuliaAnne M.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2018
10/10 Excellent
Kristi L.
Apr 8, 2018
Amazing views, fantastic location, great staff & beautiful house - overall a great family house
We had a great week at The Retreat on Nevis. The location is great - close to most restaurants, and the Four Seasons, where we had some tennis lessons and lunches & used the beach a few times. The owner was in touch with us from the moment we booked, giving us information and asking how he could make our stay better. The caretaker/manager Steve set up all of our dinner reservations as well as fishing and catamaran trips, and was right on the spot when my daughter fell and needed stitches -- taking us to the doctor's office and pharmacy and making sure we had everything we needed. The views from the property are spectacular, and the house has every modern convenience. Steve also stocked the house with groceries before our arrival which made breakfasts and snacks easy from the first day on. Watching monkeys and goats out the windows was a highlight for the kids. Nevis is a very laid back, friendly island with lots to do. Previously we had stayed at the Four Seasons and this time wanted a bigger space. The Retreat was fantastic and we would definitely go back!
Kristi L.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Camille A.
Apr 2, 2018
Beautiful villa, great service!
We’ve just returned from a week at The Retreat. We can’t say enough about Gareth and Steve. They were incredibly attentive to our needs throughout the trip and ensured that every detail was attended to. We have been renting villas in the Caribbean for years and this was by far the best in terms of amenities and service. The villa is gorgeous and the setting is stunning but the people make the difference. Beyond the wonderful service we received from Gareth and Steve, the Nevision people are lovely and so warm and welcoming. Everywhere you go, the food is fabulous. We visited a different restaurant each day and were disappointed only once (avoid the Coral Gril, at the Four Seasons!) If you like to cook at home, definitely get some fresh caught wahoo from Charlie, the local spear fisherman, and have Steve get you some local lobster, if in season. We love authentic places where the local culture is preserved and restaurants, beaches, etc. are shared by locals and visitors alike. Nevis does not disappoint in this regard...if you are a fan of places like Anguilla or the BVI, you will love Nevis!
Camille A.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018