OCTOBER 2007

Tropical Breezes... Crystal Clear Waters... Breathtaking Views... Beautiful Caribbean Villas... Your very own Island Hideaway...

For over 20 years, Island Hideaways has represented hundreds of luxurious villas and private islands throughout the Caribbean. Many of our Caribbean villa rentals are located in tranquil settings and are replete with world-class amenities, staff members and chefs.

By consistently offering unsurpassed expertise and service we have built and maintained a large base of loyal customers who turn to us year after year to assist them with locating exceptional Caribbean villas, private islands, discount airfares, car rentals and other special services.

About Barbados

This island jewel hanging on the eastern end of the Caribbean necklace boasts a warm West Indian climate, a stimulating nightlife, and tranquil, pink-and white-sand beaches. While it offers just about everything travelers look for in a tropical vacation--world-class golf courses, fine dining, sea excursions, and excellent snorkeling and diving--Barbados is quite different from most Caribbean islands. Commonly referred to as "Little England" because of its West Indian culture, the island nation features a strong British influence. Afternoon tea is common as is dressing up for dinner, and cricket is the national sport. Whether they're looking for the traditional tropical retreat, or they want to explore the heart of Barbados and discover its charm, guests choosing the villa vacation can experience the destination on their own terms.

Villa Favorites in Barbados

Leamington Pavilion, our villa favorite for October, is a four-bedroom, beachfront estate located near historic Speightstown in beautiful Barbados. The home features a Baroque dining room seating 12, classic antique furnishings, an extensive library, air-conditioned bedrooms, and a drawing room that opens onto a pergola.

The villa's two-acre grounds include a private gym, tennis courts, a large swimming pool surrounded by a spacious loggia and two airy gazebos, and an air-conditioned beach cottage, which provides a full kitchen and an additional double bedroom. In front of the property is a reef that is ideal for snorkeling, and guests can visit a small stretch of beach just north of the property for a refreshing ocean swim. A staff of eight (cook, butler, three maids, laundress, night watchman, and gardener) services the villa daily to ensure a carefree, relaxing vacation experience for guests.

While guests may have difficulty leaving this--their very own kingdom--there are other treasures nearby, including the three golf courses at the ultra-luxurious Sandy Lane Hotel & Golf Club.

Rates from $1,920 per night more »

In addition to Leamington Pavilion, we recommend the following villa favorites in Barbados:

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Fosters House
Rates from $1,625 per night
(4 BR, 4 BA up to 8 guests)

This new four-bedroom villa situated on Mullins Beach features a large private pool with Jacuzzi and a covered dining terrace. The modern interior offers an exercise room and a master bedroom with a king-size bed. Running the length of the house is a private balcony from which guests can admire views of the ocean and Barbados's beautiful West Coast... more

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Sunwatch
Rates from $1,750 per night
(6 BR, 6 BA up to 12 guests)

Part of the exclusive Sugar Hill Resort Community, this spectacular six-bedroom home overlooks the Caribbean Sea. In addition to the resort amenities of Sugar Hill, such as the David Lloyd Tennis Centre, guests staying at Sunwatch will enjoy Sunwatch's beautiful infinity swimming pool that includes a waterslide that funnels into a lower pool. The main house has four bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, while a detached guest cottage offers an additional two bedrooms, making the rental ideal for large families or groups... more

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Fustic House Private Estate
Rates from $2,200 per night
(6 BR, 5 BA up to 12 guests)

Positioned on a ridge above the St. Lucy coastline, this historic 10-acre estate-the largest in Barbados available for exclusive rental-offers fantastic views of the ocean and easy access to a nearby beach. Six luxurious suites sleep up to 12 guests and the property, recently re-imagined by theatrical designer Oliver Messel, features a lagoon pool carved out of coral stone and surrounded by lush, overhanging vegetation. Ensuring that no need goes unmet, Fustic House is staffed by 14, including Kenroy Hunte, who is regarded one of the greatest chefs in Barbados... more

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Schooner Bay 203
Rates from $300 per night
(3 BR, 3 BA up to 6 guests)

Situated in an exclusive, beachfront community within walking distance to Speightstown, this spacious three-bedroom apartment offers 24-hour security along with lovely views of a freeform swimming pool and landscaped tropical gardens. Guests seeking action beyond swimming and watersports will find it at Sandy Lane Golf & Tennis Club, which is less than a half hour from Schooner Bay... more

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Cove Spring House
Rates from $6,000 per night
(10 BR, 11 BA, up to 20 guests)

Constructed of coral stone, this 10-bedroom mansion has views of the Caribbean Sea from every room, and, together with the guest cottage, offers more than 18,000 square feet of living space. The property's exterior features a beach for the exclusive use of guests, a terrace that runs the length of the main house, and a half moon-shaped pool and adjoining spa. From a personal chef to a butler and maid, the residence is staffed according to guests' needs... more