St James Villa Barbados

St James Villa is a luxury condo on the ground floor of Barbados West Coast’s newest luxury development overlooking the glistening, pristine white sands and turquoise waters of the stunning Paynes Bay Beach. Fully equipped with top-of-the-range appliances and fittings, the best technology and being on the ground floor, it boasts a fabulous terrace with a swimming pool and easy access to the beach. The condo has four immaculate bedroom suites with a further bedroom in an attached annexe known as the cottage. The cottage also boasts an open-plan living and dining area and a kitchenette, so it would be ideal for guests that want a little independence.  Paynes Bay Beach is one of the best beaches on the west coast. It is a superb location, just south of Sandy Lane Beach and Holetown. You can walk along the shimmering sands of Paynes Bay Beach to Sandy Lane, a gorgeous walk. Paynes Bay is a lovely place with a bustling fish market where you can buy fresh fish for supper. Just north is the fabulous Holetown, a mecca for shopping, tasting rum punches and eating delicious Bajan cuisine. You can’t go wrong with this location but must also make time to visit the lush interior of the island and the east coast with its thrilling surf. Golf fans are truly spoilt with many world-class courses nearby.  St James Villa is chic, effortlessly stylish and oozes luxury. Its expansive sea views will entice your gaze while you spend special time with your favourite friends or family. The condo is generous in light and space, and you will relax in a sensational open-plan living space. The entrance of St James Villa immediately frames the Caribbean Sea beyond, with the turquoise waters visible through floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Super stylish contemporary sofas sit opposite each other in calm grey tones next to a fabulous colour splash contemporary artwork. At the same time, an ultra-modern kitchen offers exceptional appliances and a sexy sleek design that keeps clutter to a minimum. During Christmas, the condo comes with a chef who will cook two delicious consecutive meals a day and a housekeeper. The housekeeper will keep the condo looking fresh and beautiful for the rest of the year. The glass doors open to bring the outside in and offer covered alfresco lounge and dining spaces. You can relax on quality loungers, heat the barbecue and relax with cocktails. In front of you lies a delightful pool with water features to cool off and enjoy some family fun—moments further and the sea and glistening sea beckon.  The master bedroom enjoys direct access to the terrace, also enjoying this stunning sea panorama. It is just off the living room with a luxurious kingsize bed, beautifully adorned with crisp cotton, a walk-in closet and a large, pristine ensuite bathroom with a freestanding bath and a rain shower. The second bedroom is at the end of the same annexe, while the other two main villa bedrooms are situated to the rear of the condo. Two bedrooms offer beautifully dressed exquisite queen beds, while the last boasts twins. The rooms are all drowned in natural light, offer a mix of built-in and walk-in closets and boast immaculate ensuite bathrooms, all featuring powerful rain showers. You will discover exquisite tiling and beautiful fittings. The fifth bedroom in the cottage can be accessed directly from the condo and privately from the parking lot. It is another chic space that anyone would be delighted to stay in.  Guests staying in St James Villa can access Paynes Bay’s spectacular soft white sands via a pathway alongside the villa using a keyed gate for privacy and security. You will quickly find beach chairs and umbrellas laid out every morning, ready for lazy sun-soaked days. Larger groups may be interested in looking at our St James Apartment. The properties offer ten bedrooms, perfect for a large celebration or bringing the generations together. St James Villa enjoys a fabulous beachfront location with direct access to the fine, glistening sands of Paynes Bay Beach, one of the favourite beaches of the west coast of Barbados. It is the perfect sport for swimming, snorkelling and watersports such as kayaking, sailing and jet skis. Paynes Bay also boasts the Paynes Bay Fishing Complex, a fish processing hall for the fishermen of the west coast where you can buy fresh local fish. On Fridays, you can buy freshly grilled fish from vendors with delicious Bajan side dishes and Bajan rum to wash it down. It is fabulous, close to the island’s amazing world-class golf courses and other sporting establishments.  Barbados is a shimmering island that serves up the Caribbean with a twist. It offers a sweet but spicy dining scene, free-flowing rum punches, cricket, designer shopping, golf, polo and more than ninety-two kilometres of incredible sandy beaches. Aside from Paynes Bay, some of the best beaches include Mullins Beach and Gibbes Beach on the west coast, Carlisle Bay and Accra Beach in the south, Silver Sands and Crane Beach in the southeast and Bathsheba in the east. Legend has it that Bathsheba, wife of King David, bathed in milk to keep her skin beautiful and soft. Legend also says that the surf-covered white waters of Bathsheba Beach, rich in minerals, resemble Bathseheda’s bath in both appearance and well-being benefits. Visitors head to the rugged east coast of Barbados to breathe the air, soak in the refreshing Bathsheba pools and feel alive.  Just a few minutes’ drive away from the condo is the bustling, thriving town of Holetown. Holetown is also renowned for its fantastic dining scene. First and Second Streets are lined with quirky bars that embrace the spirit of the Caribbean. Holetown’s Folkestone Marine Park spans several kilometres along the coast and was set up to preserve the coral and shallow areas inhabited by turtles. The marine park is separated into various zones, including two sports zones where motorised aquatic sports are permitted, a scientific zone and a recreational zone where you can snorkel in peace and discover the fascinating underwater world.  Bridgetown, the capital, offers the quirkier side to Barbados. It boasts attractive waterfront cafes, Parliament Square, fantastic bridges, a boardwalk along the river and bustling colonial streets sprinkled with pastel-coloured malls and warehouses. It’s a fascinating eclectic mix where you can pick up many souvenirs, watch a game of cricket on the green, stand in the shadow of Nelson’s statue, watch live reggae and dance to calypso. The streetscape has barely changed, and streets have their original names, such as Liverpool, Lancaster and Swan. Despite being drawn to the beaches, this heavenly island also boasts a stunning interior of rolling hills and wonderful lush botanical gardens. If you only have time for one of the gardens, visit Flower Forest Botanical Gardens near Bloomsbury, Saint Joseph. It is hard to imagine that the gardens were once a sugar plantation as today, it spans fifty-three acres, all sprinkled with beautiful plants, trees and flowers.  If shopping is your thing, the Limegrove Lifestyle Centre is one of the most stylish, upmarket places to head to. It is home to the world’s leading retail brands, including Armani, Louis Vuitton, Michael Kors, Gucci and Ralph Lauren. The brightly painted shops at the Chattle Village are renovated Chattle homes and are absolutely charming and worth a stop for souvenirs.  Barbados is famous for cricket, polo and golf. It is home to many prestigious golf clubs, including The Royal Westmoreland Golf Club and Sandy Lane, with three courses. Holders Hill is the main polo venue on the island, where you can spend a very civilised afternoon watching the polo while enjoying a superb afternoon tea at the same time. Cricket fans enjoy a trip to Kensington Oval, the oldest, prime sports venue in Barbados, established in 1882. Aside from cricket, Kensington Oval is also the venue for soccer, hockey, concerts, music festivals and the summer festival of Barbados, Crop Over. At Excellence Luxury Villas, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
– Maid service/extra cleaning – Private chef/cook/catering – Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge – Local day-trips or tours – Airport pick-up/drop-off
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!