Kyalami

About Kyalami, St. Thomas

This grand Caribbean mansion could tell you stories about the gala parties held within its walls in years past, and of the celebrated and famous who have visited Kyalami and enjoyed the genteel ambience here. The entire property has been lovingly renovated and equipped with all of the latest amenities, and fortunate guests may now enjoy the spacious grandeur of this aristocratic and renowned property.

Located hillside above beautiful Charlotte Amalie with its panorama of red roofs, the harbor and Water and Hassel Islands, you can enjoy the daily parade of cruise ships and seaplanes coming and going below in the harbor, breathtaking sunsets, and at night, the twinkling lights of town, all at your feet.

Kyalami's main level, a generous 4600 square feet, provides an abundance of space and privacy for up to four guests. Cool terrazzo floors throughout set the stage for classic Caribbean elegance: a large and magnificent formal Great Room, delicately done in silk upholstery and handcrafted fretwork, occupies center stage, with a more casual media room adjacent, furnished with a big sink-into curved leather sofa for lazing and TV watching. Off the Great Room are a dining area, and an air-conditioned TV room with two comfy sofas. The owners' collection of original art is displayed in all rooms.

Along the south, or harbor side of Kyalami, is a 60-foot verandah set with umbrellaed tables and chairs for alfresco dining under the stars. On the east side of Kyalami's main level is the enormous kitchen with skylights, completely air-conditioned and equipped with a massive refrigerator-freezer and a large collection of chef's equipment.

On the other side of Kyalami's main level are two air-conditioned king bedroom/bath suites. The large, fully air-conditioned master suite is graced with original handcarved woodwork, beautifully fanciful and intricate; a lavish marble bath adjoins and offers a large tub on a dais, shower and built-in cabinetry. Just off this suite is a small patio with a hot tub overlooking the harbor view; a gate conveniently connects this patio with the main verandah. The second king suite is smaller and has just been refurbished and equipped with cable TV and DVD player.

A staircase from the kitchen leads down to the garden and pool level, where Kyalami's large pool and canvas-fringed cabana await. The pool area is a lush tropical Eden enclosed by tall, mature mango trees, bananas and palms. The pool deck is furnished with cushioned chaise lounges and round tables shaded by market umbrellas; there are also pool floats, a small refrigerator for cold drinks and a gas grill.

This property is centrally located for convenient access to Magens Bay Beach, town, shopping and many excellent restaurants (including Sib's and Mafolie, right in the neighborhood). Kyalami is a Zulu word meaning "Our loving home" - make this gracious mansion your home away from home, and enjoy golden days in this beautifully-done island landmark.

Amenities

3 cable TVs with DVD player (in TV room, media room + in 2nd king bedroom); VCR in both TV + media rooms; CD players (in both bedrooms, media + TV rooms + in kitchen), 2 surround-sound systems (in TV + media rooms), radio, books, movie collections, A/C in both bedrooms + in master bath, TV + media rooms, + in kitchen; DSL service via Wi-Fi (on east side of property, by pool + on verandah), beach chairs, printer/copier, fax machine, answering machine; spacious gourmet kitchen, hair dryers, safe for valuables; hot tub off master suite; pool cabana with dry bar, gas grill, small fridge + recumbent Exercycle; automatic generator, dishwasher, laundry

Notes

Kyalami has an on-site manager, Edward Smith, aka "Smitty," who lives in the lower (garden) level of the property with Kyalami's house dog, a well-mannered chocolate Labrador named Max. Should you have any maintenance problems or questions, Kyalami's resident manager will be happy to assist you at any time. On the lower level is also a single tenant who is out working during the day and rarely seen at all - but the pool and pool cabana are for your exclusive use.

Please Also Note

Most photos by Don Hebert.

Villa Notes

Villa Name Kyalami
Island St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
Area of Island Estate Elizabeth, central
Max Persons 4
Bedrooms 2
Bedroom Specs 2 kings
Baths 2
Pool Yes
Pool Specs 15' x 30' x 3' - 9' deep, + pool cabana. Hot tub off king master suite.
Nearest Beach Magens Bay
Children Welcome Yes - Over 10 years only, please
Maid Service Yes
Maid Service Frequency Once per week
Smoking Not permitted in the house. Outside only.
Square Footage Interior: 4600 + Exterior: 1500 = TOTAL: 6100 sq. ft.
Damage Deposit $500.00

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Kyalami Rental Rates

Travel Dates Bedrooms Nightly Rate
Today–November 19, 2010 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
November 20, 2010–November 26, 2010 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
December 18, 2010–January 7, 2011 2
$ 700 USD
€ 557 EUR
£ 481 GBP
January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 2
$ 572 USD
€ 456 EUR
£ 393 GBP
April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
November 19, 2011–November 25, 2011 Thanksgiving 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 2
$ 429 USD
€ 342 EUR
£ 295 GBP
December 17, 2011–January 6, 2012 Christmas/New Year's 2
$ 700 USD
€ 557 EUR
£ 481 GBP
Today–November 19, 2010 1
$ 358 USD
€ 285 EUR
£ 246 GBP
November 27, 2010–December 17, 2010 1
$ 358 USD
€ 285 EUR
£ 246 GBP
January 8, 2011–April 29, 2011 1
$ 500 USD
€ 398 EUR
£ 343 GBP
April 30, 2011–November 18, 2011 1
$ 358 USD
€ 285 EUR
£ 246 GBP
November 26, 2011–December 16, 2011 1
$ 358 USD
€ 285 EUR
£ 246 GBP

All rates in St. Thomas villas are subject to 8% government tax.

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