Location
Hillside
Nearest Beach: Smugglers Cove beach
5-6 min walk, or swim from private dock

5 Bedrooms
2 King bed(s)
1 Double bed(s)
4 Twin bed(s)
Sofa bed
Twin beds can be made king
Accomodations for 11th and 12th persons on a sofabed
4.5 Bathrooms

Staff
Maid Service, 5 time(s) per week
Cook Service

Features
Pool, 12' x 21' x 4.5' deep (infinity edge)

Amenities
Wine Cooler
Wetbar & Fridge
Answering Machine
Office with Computer & Internet
DVD Player
Gas Grill
Charcoal Grill
Dishwasher
Safe
Electronic Gate
Generator
Hammock
Snorkel Gear
Baby Crib
Highchair
High Speed Internet
Satellite TV
DSL line with Wi-Fi throughout villa + at pool for your laptop
Bose surround sound system
Bose outdoor-zoned sound system
Bose CD player
Bose Wave Radio (master)
DSL Internet with Wi-Fi
iPod connection
Wine fridge
Laundry done by housekeeper

Policy Regarding Children
Children are welcome

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Gun Point

Gun Point, West End, Tortola

A magnificent 5-1/2-acre peninsula is the site of this historic island property - Gun Point's exceptional location within a private estate on this promontory provides a profound sense of peace and solitude. The very top of Gun Point was long ago used as a cannon emplacement which fired out to sea at pirate ships venturing too near the coastline. Now a nature trail leads to this serene and breezy spot for cocktails at sunset, with superb sea views of passing yachts and green islets and cays. This very English estate was built in 1969 around Gun Point's original 18th-century gunpowder store; as there were no roads in those days, all building materials had to be brought in by sea to Gun Point's jetty and then trotted to the site by a donkey named Liz.

This dock nowadays is the perfect spot for snorkeling and swimming, and the estate is still in the family. The property was completely renovated in 2005 to a high standard of updated luxury, reviving the holiday magic enjoyed at Gun Point decades ago. Gun Point now offers five air-conditioned bedrooms in two pavilions, all facing out to sea and built adjacent to the new state-of-the-art, low-chemical pool. The Main House comprises the living area, equipped with a high-end media system, and a custom kitchen which opens out to a covered living/dining terrace with a built-in gas grill. This spacious terrace looks out to the beach at Smugglers Cove.

Gun Point's air-conditioned bedrooms are all named in a British family tradition: in the Main House, the king master bedroom/bath suite, which is built within the original gunpowder store, is "Union." This suite has its own private terrace and also accesses the main terrace. "Jack" is the other bedroom/bath suite, which also has french doors opening to the main terrace. Steps from the covered terrace lead to the infinity-edge pool and sun deck, an outdoor pool shower, and to three paths. One path leads you to your own private dock, 150 feet from the house, with steps for easy access into the ocean. The dock house is full of amenities for fishing and snorkeling, and a deck on the dock house roof is perfect for lunch or sundown cocktails. The second path takes you to the top of the Point where the cannons used to be, and the third path threads through tropical landscaping to Smugglers Cove beach.

A native stone walkway connects to Gun Point's Guest Pavilion, with three more bedrooms and a study: "Fish," a king suite, and "Chips," a suite with a king or two twin beds, both have air-conditioning, ensuite baths and private terraces. And "Salt" is the double-bed bedroom which shares the bath with "Chips." On the slightly-lower level is "Pepper," offering a study with air-conditioning, a home office with computer, a double sofabed and a half bath with a covered alfresco shower just outside - perfect for teenagers.

Gun Point also includes a half day's boat trip around the nearby British Virgin Islands on a fast powerboat captained by J.C., an experienced and entertaining sailor who is extremely knowledgeable about this part of the Caribbean (please see Rental Notes, below, for details).

This wonderful, electronically-gated family estate offers serene, secluded luxury for guests of all ages, a sense of history, and a spacious and relaxing island hideaway for groups large and small. Enjoy the Caribbean seascape in one of Tortola's most peaceful and private homes - gourmet magic in the kitchen, superb snorkeling, sun-kissed days at the beach and romantic nights of stargazing, the sound of soothing waves, and the natural beauty surrounding this very special place will enchant you.

This villa can accommodate two additional guests on a sofabed. Please call for these rates.

Amenities

* 2 Satellite TVs (a 32" TV in Great Room + a 21" TV in master suite), DVD player, Bose surround sound system, Bose outdoor-zoned sound system, Bose CD player with iPod connection, movie collection, books, games, Bose Wave Radio with alarm clock in master bedroom suite, A/C in study + in all bedrooms, DSL line with Wi-Fi throughout villa + at pool for your laptop, office with computer, printer, + an ethernet connection for your laptop, answering machine; wine fridge, hair dryers, safe for valuables, built-in gas grill + portable charcoal grill; 2 full size wooden baby cribs, 2 highchairs + child rails for bed; hammock, Mosquito Magnet, large selection of snorkel gear for guests, automatic generator, electronic entry gate, dishwasher. Personal laundry will be done at no extra charge by housekeeper. Gun Point's private dock is just 150 feet from the terrace for excellent snorkeling. Walk to the white sands of Smugglers Cove beach via a shaded path from Gun Point (just a 5 or 6-minute walk, approximately 600 yards away).

Villa Notes

* GUN POINT'S RENTAL RATES INCLUDE A HALF-DAY POWERBOAT TRIP WITH AN EXPERIENCED, FUN CAPTAIN: Included in your rental is a complimentary half-day trip to either Jost Van Dyke or Norman Island in the British Virgin Islands on a 30-foot Scarab powerboat (with two 250-hp engines), manned by Captain J.C., an experienced sailor, guide and 25-year resident of Tortola. Enjoy snorkeling, sightseeing and visting beaches. Beer and soft drinks are provided. (In the case of consistently poor weather, complimentary massages at Gun Point will be offered as an alternative. However, no cash refunds will be given).



This villa can accommodate two additional guests on a sofabed. Please call for these rates.
Please add 7% tax and $1,000 damage deposit to all rates.


Photography by Don Hebert, Illustration by David Thrasher

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Pricing Information

Rates and villa information are subject to final confirmation. Special holiday rates may apply for the Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year period. Rates are based on double occupancy.

Villa Reviews

"We hiked to top of the point, snorkeled off the dock, walked back and forth to smuggler’s cove beach, etc. and some swam all around the point, too. It really was a great situation, with the view and the proximity to the ocean/ beach. We would absolutely rent again."
- Andrea R. from AZ

Tortola Less developed and quieter than the neighboring U.S. Virgin Islands, the British Virgin Islands attract vacationers that truly want to get away from it all. Many of Island Hideaways' Tortola villa renters enjoy the unspoiled quiet of this beautiful island. About Tortola »     More Tortola Villas »