
Estate Belvedere
About Estate Belvedere, St. Croix
The centerpiece of this Estate is the sugar mill dating back to 1763, a place where sugar cane was refined into precious sugar and the molasses into Cruzan rum; other ruins of the old plantation still grace this lovely island property. Extensive historical research was done by the current owners in both St. Croix and Danish archives, and after several years of careful and loving restoration, Estate Belvedere is now receiving guests fortunate enough to enjoy its unique history, spectacular landscaping on spacious grounds, and its beautiful interiors. The sugar mill is the central gathering place for everyone. The entry into the mill opens to an art gallery in the round, complete with the old Danish brick floor, showcasing the owners' collection of Caribbean art and historical memorabilia. A powder room with a handpainted tropical mural is tucked off to the side. Built to encompass the curve of the sugar mill are the living area, gourmet kitchen and home office area, which open through french doors onto an expansive terrace looking out to the sea, set with cushioned furniture for the cocktail hour and lazy stargazing when night falls. A covered pavilion is just off the kitchen on this terrace, with a handy pass-through/bar to the kitchen for easy serving, providing a shaded, cool spot for alfresco dining.
Three air-conditioned bedroom/bath suites on two levels of the mill (named Sunrise, Hibiscus and Jungle Suites) offer luxurious privacy. Outside, a staircase winds up and around the sugar mill to its very top and to spectacular long-distance vistas in every direction. A handpainted mural maps the islands you see in the distance from this high vantage point. Off to one side of the Estate are old plantation ruins of long ago where vivid bougainvillea now bloom; part of this area has been made into a lovely patio for conversation or quiet reading, where cool tradewinds prevail. Estate Belvedere's extensive and beautifully-preserved ruins include a classic Caribbean welcoming arms staircase and graceful arches framing the lush gardens, providing a fascinating look at sturdy Danish stonework done over 200 years ago. Accessed via one of the old stone staircases is the Tower Building, a modern two-story pavilion with two very spacious, air-conditioned bedroom/bath suites (Ocean and Coral Suites), each suite with a large living area, a full kitchen and two queen beds. These colorful and completely equipped suites are perfect for family privacy, and further enhance the child-friendly nature of the Estate. Just beyond is the Garden Cottage, built as a new extension of the ruins; its entry patio incorporates some of the old stone rubble walls. This air-conditioned and very private suite also offers a sitting room with a small kitchen and a queen bedroom. Chad, the Estate's caretaker, lives close to the entrance in a removed, separate cottage. Walkways connect the buildings and the ruins, meandering under tall, shady trees, past fruit trees and glorious tropical gardens fenced by elegant wrought iron, displaying riots of vivid flowers and exotic plants, and through green manicured lawns.
The Pool House, the generous swimming pool and the air-conditioned home gym are situated beyond the sugar mill and Tower Building; the pool area and surrounding lawn are screened by trees and shrubbery for complete privacy. Estate Belvedere is a masterpiece, an important bookmark in St. Croix's colorful history. Every modern convenience and amenity is here, the decor is today's classic Caribbean, but the spirit of early island days prevails. A perfect place for families or for building more memories with close friends, time spent within this elegant Estate will be relished and remembered by all fortunate enough to find this very special property. Five stars.
Bedrooms
Sugar Mill Main House* (Sunrise, Hibiscus + Jungle suites): 2 kings + 1 queen. Tower Building (Ocean + Coral Suites): 2 queens in each Suite. Garden Cottage: 1 queen; + 1 twin rollaway available on request
Amenities
- 7 Cable TVs
- 5 DVD players
- 3 VCRs
- 5-CD player
- Radio
- Books
- Games
- Croquet
- Puzzles
- Movie
- Music collections
- Full A/C
- Phones with intercoms
- DSL line + Wi-Fi
- Scanner/fax/copier/printer
- Answering machine
- Gourmet kitchen
- Granite counters
- Gas cooktop
- Double ovens
- Wine cooler
- Ice cream maker
- All-Clad cookware
- Cuisinart
- Mini-fridge
- Alfresco dining area
- 3 more fully-equipped kitchens
- Hair dryers
- Bathrobes
- Iron
- Ironing board
- 2nd wine cooler in Hibiscus Suite
- 2 nylon Pack 'n' Play crib/playpens
- 1 highchair
- Security system
- Hammock by pool
- Pool House with changing area
- Full bath
- Home gym
- Gas grill
- Generator
- Electronic entry gate
- Dishwasher
- Laundry
Beaches
Cane Bay Beach + Carambola Beach (5 minutes' drive past Cane Bay)
Pool
20' x 50' x 3' - 6' deep, with Pool House
Staff
Maid, once per week.
Notes
- For a property as large as Estate Belvedere, it is necessary to ensure adequate time between rentals to allow the staff to make the villa perfect. So, rentals where there are guests both departing and arriving on the same date will be considered on a case by case basis; please inquire!
- Estate Belvedere's caretaker, Chad, occupies another cottage on this 4-acre historic plantation. Chad is on property for your convenience, should you have questions or problems, but of course, your complete privacy is always assured at Estate Belvedere.
- 200+-year old historic ruins on property, including the Sugar Mill with its staircase to 360-degree viewing deck at top of Mill
- No smoking
- Square Footage: Interiors: approx. 8400 sq. ft., on 4 acres (2 acres are landscaped)
- *1 to 6 persons have the use of the 3 bedroom/bath suites in the Sugar Mill Main House only. 13th + 14th persons sleep on 2nd queen bed in the Ocean and/or Coral Suite - or 1 twin rollaway bed is also available.
Please Also Note
Most photos by Don Hebert.
Estate Belvedere Rental Rates
| Travel Dates | Bedrooms | Nightly Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Today–November 19, 2010 | 6 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| November 20, 2010–November 26, 2010 | 6 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 | 6 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| December 18, 2010–January 7, 2011 Entire estate for up to 14 | 6 |
$
1,415
USD
€
1,127
EUR
£
972
GBP
|
| January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 5-6 BRs + 2nd Q (3 houses) | 6 |
$
1,258
USD
€
1,002
EUR
£
864
GBP
|
| November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 5-6 BRs + 2nd Q (3 houses) | 6 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| December 17, 2011–January 6, 2012 Entire estate for up to 14 | 6 |
$
1,415
USD
€
1,127
EUR
£
972
GBP
|
| April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 5-6 BRs + 2nd Q (3 houses) | 5 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| November 19, 2011–November 25, 2011 Entire estate for up to 14 | 5 |
$
986
USD
€
785
EUR
£
677
GBP
|
| Today–November 19, 2010 | 4 |
$
858
USD
€
683
EUR
£
589
GBP
|
| November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 | 4 |
$
858
USD
€
683
EUR
£
589
GBP
|
| January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 4 BRs in 2 houses | 4 |
$
1,043
USD
€
831
EUR
£
716
GBP
|
| April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 4 BRs in 2 houses | 4 |
$
858
USD
€
683
EUR
£
589
GBP
|
| November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 4 BRs in 2 houses | 4 |
$
858
USD
€
683
EUR
£
589
GBP
|
| Today–November 19, 2010 | 3 |
$
758
USD
€
604
EUR
£
521
GBP
|
| November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 | 3 |
$
758
USD
€
604
EUR
£
521
GBP
|
| January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 3 BRs in Sugar Mill | 3 |
$
886
USD
€
706
EUR
£
609
GBP
|
| April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 3 BRs in Sugar Mill | 3 |
$
758
USD
€
604
EUR
£
521
GBP
|
| November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 3 BRs in Sugar Mill | 3 |
$
758
USD
€
604
EUR
£
521
GBP
|
| Today–November 19, 2010 | 2 |
$
658
USD
€
524
EUR
£
452
GBP
|
| November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 | 2 |
$
658
USD
€
524
EUR
£
452
GBP
|
| January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 1-2 BRs in Sugar Mill | 2 |
$
715
USD
€
569
EUR
£
491
GBP
|
| April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 1-2 BRs in Sugar Mill | 2 |
$
658
USD
€
524
EUR
£
452
GBP
|
| November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 1-2 BRs in Sugar Mill | 2 |
$
658
USD
€
524
EUR
£
452
GBP
|
Inquire About Estate Belvedere or call us at 800-832-2302
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