Scotch on the Rocks

About Scotch on the Rocks, Jamaica

Its ideal location is a privately-nestled cove between two of Jamaica’s most prestigious hotels: Royal Plantation 5-star boutique hotel and Jamaica Inn. While completely private, Scotch on the Rocks is just minutes from lively Ocho Rios.

Scotchie, as it is affectionately called, was originally built by the late Scottish Lord, The Earl of Mansfield. Today it is owned by members of the Red Stripe Beer family. Present owners have extensively renovated the home with concentration on accommodating families. Victorian fretwork and warm mahogany floors are original, while Italian Travertine reflects the recent renovation. Interior design is a tasteful eclectic mix of high-tech amenities combined with Jamaican and English antiques.

Everyone’s favorite gathering place is the large furnished verandah overlooking the vast expanse of deep blue Caribbean Sea. Stone steps lead from the main house down a slope to a private cove and fabulous crystal clear bay, wonderful for swimming, floating, snorkeling and kayaking. Beside the waterfront deck is an outdoor shower. The gardener will place chaises on the seaside deck and the butler will serve lunch there if you wish to stay on the waterfront all day.

Next door is the excellent Royal Plantation boutique hotel. Scotchie guests may enjoy the use of their white sand beach for US$25 per person per day (towels and chaises provided), tennis for $10 per hour (racquets, balls, water provided), gym, sauna, steam room and spa treatments. Food and beverage are available at various costs.

Scotchie’s wonderful cook and butler merit special mention. Mealtimes here are memorable thanks to Cherie’s wonderful cooking and Bryan’s excellent service.

Accommodations
Upstairs
Master Bedroom ~ 12’ x 18’
Kingsize bed, en-suite bathroom with bidet and Travertine marble bathtub-shower combination; dressing room with second vanity and sink. Cable television. Walk-in closet. Private balcony, glorious sea view.

Bedroom 2 ~ 12’ x 12’
Queensize bed, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Private balcony with lovely sea view. 12’ x 12’ En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.

Bedroom 3 ~ 12’ x 12’
Queensize bed, en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Private balcony with garden and sea view.

Main Floor
Bedroom 4
Optional kingsize or twin beds; plasma television, DVD. En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower. Opens to verandah.

Annex
In adjoining building connected to Main House by stairway to kitchen and doorway to garden.

Bedroom 5

Four twin beds. En-suite bathroom with bathtub-shower combination. TV, DVD, games. Favorite room for teenagers!

Photos courtesy of Nigel Lord