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Terrace/patio
Interior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7204 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Dryer
    Dryer

Explore the area

Map
Old Road Village, Saint Mary
  • Fig Tree Drive
    8 min walk
  • Carlisle Bay Beach
    10 min walk
  • Turner's Beach
    15 min drive
  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    25 min drive

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About the area

Carlisle Bay

When you stay at this vacation home in Carlisle Bay, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute walk of Fig Tree Drive and Carlisle Bay Beach. .This vacation home is 7.2 mi (11.7 km) from Jolly Beach and 14.9 mi (24 km) from Dickenson Bay Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Fig Tree Drive - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carlisle Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Falmouth Harbour Marina - 14 min drive - 12.3 km
  • Nelson's Dockyard - 17 min drive - 15.3 km
  • Jolly Beach - 22 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • V.C. Bird Intl. Airport (ANU) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dan's Bar and Grill - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sweet T's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Indian Summer - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪South Point Antigua - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Mad Mongoose - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Antigua's Best Oceanfront, Serene Beach Home

Welcome to Olivette – a true Caribbean gem positioned on a bluff overlooking the Caribbean Sea. An approved COVID19 property by the government of Antigua and Barbuda, this home is perfect for anniversary celebrations, surprise birthdays, honeymoons, writing/work retreat, and family vacations! Its lovely tropical garden is surrounded by breathtaking vistas of the ocean and nearby hills. Relax to the sight and sounds of the ocean waves as they make their way to the shore, and on moon lit nights you can enjoy the stunning beauty of the moonlight as it shimmers across the ocean.

Olivette is well-appointed with two level home, with two bedrooms and two bathrooms on the main level, and a third bedroom with bathroom on its lower level. There are no tubs in our bathrooms, however, all of our bathrooms offer a shower (hot and cold water), sink, commode, and bath linens. We provide a fully equipped kitchen with a 4-burner propane stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, toaster, cookware, bakeware, glassware and utensils. There is a laundry area with a washing machine, washtub, iron and ironing board. Our bedrooms are provided with an ample supply of queen-sized bed linens, pillows and towels.

The lower level of this house is where the third bedroom and bathroom are located. There is a refreshment area, with sink, microwave, coffee machine, dishes and a pub table for two. This level has a separate external entrance with its own patio, and parking space. Guests access the main level of this house from an outside stairway.

A stay at Olivette will be the epitome of relaxation and comfort. You cannot beat our views! It will be our pleasure to be your host for a stay.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchenette is outfitted with a stovetop and a microwave. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as concierge services and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Judith Josiah-Martin

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Video library
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Smoking is allowed outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Chef
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near the ocean
  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Golf on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2200 sq ft (204 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Owners has no responsibility for supervision of ch

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Parties with 10 + guests require owners approval.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Antigua's Best Oceanfront Serene Beach Home Old Road Village
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Antigua's Oceanfront, Serene
Antigua's Best Oceanfront Serene Beach Home
Antigua's Best Oceanfront, Serene Beach Home Carlisle Bay

Antigua's Best Oceanfront, Serene Beach Home Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views
The view and location make it worth the trip. Leonard was great and answered all the questions we had. The house has all the amenities you need to cook and is not too far from some really great restaurants. Sandras.. South Beach bar and resturant located 2 mins away in carlyle Bay
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimorie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Getaway!
We enjoyed an idyllic family getaway at Villa Olivette! Highlights of our trip included snorkelling at the nearby Cades Reef, deep sea fishing with the crew on "Pacific Marlin" out of Jolly Bay, the Thursday Reggae Night at Shirley Heights Lookout, Gina's BBQ chicken, exploring shore snorkelling and beautiful beaches on the island, etc. And, of course... the relaxing sounds of the ocean and spectacular Caribbean views from the villa's balcony. Villa Olivette is well situated to access as much or as little as one wants! The house was perfectly set up for our family trip with teenage kids. Check in and check out was very easy, thanks to Lenard. Thanks for sharing your vacation home with us so that our family could make some treasured memories together in lovely Antigua!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hancheir R.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is a gem
What's not to love! Beautiful property, with an amazing view of the ocean. We loved waking up to this scenery every day. Property manager was always available, private driver Claudelle was amazing! Don't take my word for it, take a trip to Antigua and stay at this beautiful property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

chris M., maidstone

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Olivette has an unrivalled position on the edge of Carlisle Bay and is completely private as not overlooked Car is essential in this location as not much within walking distance Track to villa is not for the novice driver but passable both care. Lenard the local contact was very helpful Excellent air conditioning Would benefit from more crockery and maybe a barbecue grill We may well return
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular view, great stay. A bit hard to find driveway not so good
Loved it
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Linda G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with a stunning view.
Spent a month here. The house is very nice, the location is beautiful. Driveway is terrible, but so our the roads in Antigua. Would have given five stars but lacking in some ammenties. Cloths pins, cloths hangers, and kichen servingware was in short supply. May be ok for a short stay but were there a month. The downstairs bedroom( which was seperate from main house and may have not been used in a while) was also in need of some deep cleaning.
Stayed 28 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nicola W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Location but Accessibility Challenges
Undoubtedly a 5 star location with breathtaking views and sunsets to die for. We are seasoned self-caterers and know Antigua well and chose this house for its proximity to great beaches on the west coast and south east corner of the island. The house is located on the headland between Carlisle Bay and Curtain Bluff resorts in Old Road, and around a 15 min drive from Epicurean supermarket at Jolly Harbour. We weren’t provided with any check in info - even directions - prior to our arrival, meaning I had to message the owner when we landed and then given contact details for the manager. The house is clean, light, and spacious with excellent air conditioning. There are 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms (toilet & shower, no baths). The kitchen is equipped with 6 ring gas hob/oven (needs matches to light it), a kettle, toaster, microwave, a large fridge with a good sized freezer compartment, and a filter coffee machine. There is also a large washing machine in the utility room and clothes lines immediately outside the back door to dry clothes. A 4WD vehicle is essential for a stay. The track to the house from the road is literally a rubble dirt track and has a very steep incline at the start of it which requires very confident driving ability to navigate, especially when driving up it. The access road then straightens and smooths out as you approach the property. The drive of the property is another steep incline. All in all a great property but access is challenging.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

2/10 Terrible

Donald L.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Screwed at Last Minute
The night before we were to get on an airplane at 5:00 in the morning we received an email that our reservation was cancelled. I had tried to communicate with the owner several times to get check in information several days before and got no response. I would not book this property. We contacted a local management company and were able to secure a replacement unit.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam L.

Liked: Cleanliness
We survived Hurricane Tammy!
Even though our stay was shortened by two days due to hurricane Tammy, our time at Villa Olivette was wonderful. The house was dated, yet probably one of most charming house we ever experienced for a vacation. The views were second to none. You have a fabulous sunrise each morning and a spectacular sunset from the porch and balconies. You have your “own” private bay. The rooms are clean and comfortable. The property manager Lenard was one of best parts of this rental. He was a class act with his guidance and welcome. Our suggestion is that you either rent a solid quality car such as a jeep or 4 wheel drive to navigate the driveway and steep hill leading to the house. We suffered a flat tire exiting the hill. We ended up paying for drivers to escort us to our trips around the island. It was a first driving on the left side of the road. Our sincere suggestion is to save your money on a car rental and use it instead for drivers. Lenard had connections with local and trustworthy drivers. There are nice beaches within walking distance. We suggest you walk to Gina’s shack which is less than a 10 minute walk for her fresh juices. Her bbq chicken is a delicious snack. The locals are nice and friendly, yet you be the first to say hello. I would definitely come back. The house and its location on the hill was a gem. Remote and private. You would not be disappointed. Sam and Lynn Losorelli Feel free to email me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Sam
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

bianca b.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place
We had two beautiful weeks at Villa Olivette! The villa is perfectly located in a calm neighborhood and really not far from some of the most beautiful beaches we’ve seen in our life. We had a car to travel around the island but we were always happy to comme back at the Villa at the end of the day to relax and enjoy the sunset. The Villa is really spacious and we really enjoyed the balcony facing the ocean every morning and every evening. Lenard was so kind, thoughtful and helpful during our stay. He really is a nice guy and was a big part of the success of our trip, my boyfriend really enjoyed talking weather with him! Overall we recommend this place 100% and hope to be back some day! :)
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Perfect!
The place was beautiful and fully equipped with everything needed for a home from home stay! The location was fabulous with views that were simply stunning. The property manager was friendly, professionally, courteous & extremely helpful - he went over & above to ensure our stay was perfect. The only reason I’ve given 4 stars for location is because of the access road, slightly difficult to navigate, especially in the dark. That said, I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Howard C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views and enviable location
My wife, 16 month old son (and for a week in the middle, my wife's uncle and aunt) very much enjoyed our 15 days at Old Road. Arriving in the rain and dark, finding the driveway was our second challenge, after navigating the unlit forest road from the airport in our hired Jeep! To be fair, our family guests had a worse time of it with their taxi driver who flatly refused to come down the driveway which was poor form and easily navigable. Luckily, extremely friendly locals saved us and the property manager saved the taxi driver! We received a very friendly welcome from the property manager who maintained excellent communications throughout our stay. The property is a colonial style and just what we wanted. We weren't looking for a westernized property and the villa had all the charm. Views from all the windows and there was always something happening out to sea with boats mooring and often visiting the two exclusive resorts to either side of our promontory. If you want isolation - you got it. If you want excellent beaches around 10-15 minutes walk away - you got it If you want to be immersed in Old Road culture at their stalls and home bars in 5 or so minutes - you got it. Other than that, a Jeep (and I recommend something capable if just for the more than occasional massive potholes) will get you anywhere on the island in less than an hour. We drove every inch of Antigua whilst we were there. Had a fabulous burger at a joint near English Harbour with Timothy Dalton.
Stayed 15 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Leah A., Albany, NY

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, remote location
I stayed for one week in July with my husband and another couple. Claudine and Lenard are wonderful hosts, making sure we had everything we need and checking in on us during our stay. The views from the balcony are breathtaking and we really enjoyed sitting out there whenever we were at the house. The upstairs beds are on the firm side. There is a dirt road that leads to the property. Part of the dirt road is steep and our FWD vehicle struggled to make it out unless the tires were in exactly the right spot on the road. Highly suggest renting an AWD/4WD vehicle (we rented an SUV but it ended up not being AWD).
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry S., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness
Carlisle Bay
Wonderful location could not have asked for more... Check in process easy. Isolated but that is the joy of it. Buy your shopping at Jolly Harbour before you arrive. Ocean breeze just wonderful every night. Would go back.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carl M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Antiguan Delight
Fabulous location with beautiful, stunning sea vista. Lenard was so helpful and kind, can't thank him enough. Antiguan people are some of the friendliest, warm-hearted people our family has met - they have a unique charm and sensibility that makes us want to return to this sun-kissed land. The house is amazing and we would love to return here one day, we had a relaxing holiday. Food: we had some marvelous meals at Gina's cook shop - an easy 10 minute walk from the house. Her breakfast and juices was outstanding! We also had some of the best (and very reasonably priced) Jerk chicken at The Countryside Jerk & BBQ Centre (about a 15 minute drive from the house on the Jonas Road on the inland route to St. John's). Also special mention to Roti King in St. John's. The folks selling homemade cakes from just a folding table beside Gina's had the BEST rum cake we've ever had! Beaches - what can I say? All stunning. Favourite probably Galleon beach as we were regularly able to snorkel with turtles - amazing, gentle creatures (around more or less unchanged for 250 million years). Very minor point - My wife says it might be an idea to overhaul the number of plates, bowls, sharp knives etc. We like to cook and this might be an area for a tiny bit of love and care - but as I say, minor and di not detract from this incredibly holiday - our sincere thanks to Judith, Claudine and Lenard, See you (hopefully) in the next couple of years!
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Travel to and from house
Great view of Carlisle Bay and the sea! Very nice house with great porches. However, it would be helpful to explain that the steep and loose rock of government/neighborhood road, to get to the very steep driveway, requires great tires on a 4-wheel drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ewan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking views
One of the best villas in Antigua with 360 panoramic views of the ocean breathtaking sunrise and sunsets ,love that is was secluded also …the villa was extremely clean ,big thanks to Lenard for always being able communicating with us when needed the check in was a breeze ,will definitely be back again .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Gem
My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Olivette. The property provides great privacy and the views are spectacular. Gorgeous sunsets also. We loved watching the sailboats and yachts coming in and out of Carlisle Bay. Guadeloupe and St. Kitts are visible on clear days. Lenard, the property manager was amazing to deal with and always very responsive and helpful with any questions we had. The house is spacious, it was just the two of us but 6 would fit comfortably. The location is amazing. We spent mornings collecting beach glass and shells down along the shore. All the best beaches are only a short drive from the property, one of our favourites was Carlisle beach just around the corner. Fig tree drive is lovely as well and is close by. An SUV is recommended as the driveway is a bit steep and bumpy. Overall we loved the place and hope to be back one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay 11/09 to 11/ 16/2022
Husband and I really enjoyed our stay here. The trade winds, the view of the ocean and the sound is what we look for in a property when we are on vacation in the islands. The house is a good space to spread out. We rented a car for our entire stay. Driving is a little challenging but as my husband got a little use to it we adjusted somewhat. There are several restaurants within a 3 to 6 mile radius and the beaches are lovely. The house has all one needs. We normally cook breakfast in and eat out. However, we got meals to go and came back here to the property to sit on the deck and just chill. Totally relaxing. The property manager Josiah was wonderful. Such a joy to work with, he came to pick up when we got lost from the airport and one other time. Very very responsive.. I would highly recommend the stay here, I would come back when visiting Antigua. One note the TV will freeze up frequently. I was told that the cable company is working on the frequency of this happening. Internet is strong never had a problem. I would bring my firestick next time around. Wonderful stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Picturesque
Finding the place is not easy. The road you take isn't on a map. I turned on satellite imagery and then I could see the dirt road. The beach below is seaweed and rocks. The water is crystal clear. The view is amazing. Totally worth it
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamra W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Trip Ever!
My husband and I had a wonderful vacation in Antigua! Olivette is as beautiful as the photos and located in a serene, private spot overlooking the beautiful Caribbean ocean. Lenard, the property manager is super helpful and very responsive as is the property owners. Olivette was very clean and well equipped with everything we needed. This was our first trip to Antigua, certainly not our last!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay in Paradise
Our family of 5 had an amazing stay at Olivette. The house and location are beautiful - even better than pictured and the property manager was beyond accommodating. Leonard went out of his way to address all of our needs - providing recommendations for places to eat, things to do and even driving out to find us on the road when we were lost. The only issue we had was some difficulty communicating with the owner prior to arrival. We did not receive information about the property location or contact information for the property manager until the day before we left. This caused some anxiety. However, overall, the stay was wonderful and we would highly recommend Olivette.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Adrian G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
We only wish we could stay longer. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Orlando F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Old Road
On the VRBO website it says 3 bedrooms 3 bathrooms. Actually it has only 2 of each. Luckily, we are a family of 4 and it was not a problem. View is beautiful. Lenard, the manager, was kind, helpful and responsive. It is near a poor village where you can see how many Antiguans live. The people were smiley and friendly even though they clearly struggle with the daily necessities of life. A lesson in itself!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn P., Juneau WI

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
Amazing view, with all the comforts of home. Never slept better. Don't know what we would have done without the help from Lenard organizing our COVID testing to go home. Love to return
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021