SEPTEMBER 2020
Antigua & Barbuda's Amazing Villas!
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Ringed with coral reefs, the sister islands of Antigua & Barbuda are known for their stunning white, pink and golden sand beaches (one for every day of the year!). With a private paradise everywhere you look…the choice becomes where to stay? Away from bustling hotels and resorts, a villa vacation may the perfect way to get away from it all in these troubling times. For the perfect escape in Antigua & Barbuda, rent a bike or a car and wander from beach to beach, never seeing another soul…and never having to visit the same beach twice! |
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SPACE TO SPREAD OUT & LIVE |
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The uniqueness and variety of the villas and condos in Antigua & Barbuda is inspiring! From Caribbean flavoured properties, to Dutch or Italian influenced villas…there is a broad selection of villa styled vacations from which to choose. There are price-friendly apartments, charming condos, villas with amazing beachfront access or cliff side views, multi-room villas perfect for meetings and small groups, and of course luxurious villas to dream about. Something for everyone in fact… |
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If you yearn for restful views of yachts waiting to take sail, English Harbour’s sleek, modern South Point is the place for you. Relax on your patio or verandah and watch the sailboats and yachts moored at the jetties across the way. Classed as a boutique hotel, South Points’ 23 condo-style waterfront suites allow access to the pool, small private beach and the dock. The kitchen facilities allow you to cater for yourself if you wish. If you are considering longer stays, grocery stores and restaurants are just steps away. There are one, two and three-bedroom suites to choose from…the flexibility is perfect if you are travelling with other family members. All the amenities of a hotel, but condo living on the shores of one of the most picturesque harbours in the world. |
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It seems counter-intuitive to visit a beautiful island ringed with stunning beaches and not stay on the beach! On the other hand, the views from Antigua’s hilltop hideaways lend themselves to stunning vistas of bays and coves, letting you choose a beautiful beach that is only ever a short drive away. Arca Villa, with its Italian design is a B&B or can be reserved as a 5-bedroom self-catering holiday villa. The owner can be persuaded to provide meals for your family or small group. With a beautiful open patio, views from this villa overlooking Falmouth and English Harbour are truly unforgettable. |
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THE ELEGANCE OF GIORGIO ARMANI’S VILLA |
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Designer Giorgio Armani picked the rocky cliffs overlooking Galley Bay on the west coast of Antigua for a pair of villas that he has owned since 2006. His sense of style is reflected in the elegance of Villa Flower and Villa Serena where understated, simple, unstructured, informal and relaxed are the underlying principles. When combined, these two villas have 12 bedrooms in total and both display the pared down elegance for which Armani has become known. The villas feature Armani’s own line of furniture with long custom sofas for entertaining and beautiful open-air spaces.
Surrounded by tropical gardens, the seven-bedroom Villa Flower and the five-bedroom Villa Serena are linked by a main pavilion surrounded by tropical gardens. A series of verandas step down following the slope of the cliffs, and wind their way through paths to the beaches below. All rooms provide stunning views of the sea. Perfect for groups, multi-generational families, small meetings and incentives…truly a gem with a wonderful blend of indoor/outdoor living.
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LUXURY ON A PRIVATE ISLAND? |
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It goes without saying that when you think luxurious villas, you should think about the private island of Jumby Bay. Do you remember Robin Leach of “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous”? Ownership has changed (there are currently 56 owners who share the island), but it is still just as lovely. Dotted with villas, no cars are allowed on this island! It’s reachable by boat just off the north coast of Antigua…and has winding cycling trails that give access to most places. Each villa has its own golf cart too! The white sand beaches are covered with palapas, interspersed with palm trees…your chaise lounge will overlook the aquamarine waters of Long Island (Jumby Bay). Villas and private residences range in size from 2 bedrooms up to 8. Sure, you can have meals prepared in your private villa or you can also visit their farm to table restaurants. A visit to their spa is a must. |
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HISTORIC WITH SPECTACULAR VIEWS |
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The villa at St. Annes Point is a unique and historic home which was rebuilt in the style of a 200-year old Georgian maritime residence complete with a wooden shingle roof and louvred windows and doors. The Great House impresses with its sheer size and space with 25-foot high vaulted ceilings and open plan kitchen and terracotta floors. Indoor/outdoor living at it’s best with amazing views from every room in the villa, and surrounded by lush tropical gardens. |
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OUTDOOR LIVING AT ITS BEST |
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As far west as you can go in Antigua, that’s where you’ll find Pearns Bay House, a unique secluded villa commissioned specially by Dutch designer Piet Boon. Here is a magnificent 6-bedroom villa designed to take advantage of its panoramic sea views. Amazing terraces connect the living and bedroom areas with two outdoor yoga decks. The outdoor dining table is perfect for large families or meetings. Having a meeting here sure beats a stale boardroom! |
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It has been a tough year for many of us, cooped up in our homes. As we emerge we are finding our lifestyles dramatically curtailed here at home. For many of us our traditional winter getaways are just not an option. Now is the time to look outside the box and search out secluded privacy where we can relax and put the stresses of the past six month aside for even a little while. A villa vacation in Antigua & Barbuda allows you a way to escape with your entire ‘bubble’ if you choose. Villas are a perfect way to holiday for multi-generational families or groups of friends. |
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About Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua (pronounced An-tee'ga) and Barbuda (Bar-byew’da) is located in the heart of the Caribbean Sea. Voted the World Travel Awards Caribbean’s Most Romantic Destination, the twin-island paradise offers visitors two uniquely distinct experiences, ideal temperatures year-round, a rich history, vibrant culture, exhilarating excursions, award-winning resorts, mouth-watering cuisine and 365 stunning pink and white-sand beaches - one for every day of the year. The largest of the Leeward Islands, Antigua comprises 108-square miles with rich history and spectacular topography that provides a variety of popular sightseeing opportunities. Nelson’s Dockyard, the only remaining example of a Georgian fort a listed UNESCO World Heritage site, is perhaps the most renowned landmark. Antigua’s tourism events calendar includes the prestigious Antigua Sailing Week, Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta, and the annual Antigua Carnival; known as the Caribbean’s Greatest Summer Festival. Barbuda, Antigua’s smaller sister island, is the ultimate celebrity hideaway. The island lies 27 miles north-east of Antigua and is just a 15-minute plane ride away. Barbuda is known for its untouched 17 mile stretch of pink sand beach and as the home of the largest Frigate Bird Sanctuary in the Western Hemisphere. Find information on Antigua & Barbuda at: www.visitantiguabarbuda.com and follow us on Twitter. http://twitter.com/antiguabarbuda Facebook www.facebook.com/antiguabarbuda; Instagram: www.instagram.com/AntiguaandBarbuda
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Media Contact:
Nancy Drolet
416-323-7828
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