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Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau

Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau

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The house
View from kitchen sink!
Upstairs veranda
Rainbow from veranda

Overview of Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 6353 sq m

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

Explore the area

Loubiere
  • Popular LocationDominica Botanical Gardens4 min drive
  • Popular LocationRoseau Public Market5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWindsor Park5 min drive
  • AirportRoseau (DCF-Canefield)20 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau

The house was built in 1998 on historic estate land where the owner's family have lived since the 1890's. The owner was born and brought up on the island but since then has lived mainly in the UK , returning regularly to see family and finally building their own home to enjoy with friends and subsequent generations. It is suitable for either a group of friends, one large family, or two families to holiday together, due to the self-contained facilities downstairs.

*4 wheel drive car is essential * since the road is steep and a bit bumpy, as is typical of roads in Dominica! Toyota RAV4 / Suzuki Vitara (4/5 people) Pajero (6/7 people) are suitable. https://dominicacarrentals.com/ The house is stone, and has wooden floors, high ceilings and wide verandas and is designed traditionally to take advantage of the Caribbean breeze and the ocean and mountain views. It has classical Caribbean wooden shutters and doors and a conventional red galvanized roof (with solar hot water). Upstairs it has 2 double bedrooms one with a 5ft wide four poster mahogany bed the other bedroom with two single beds. Each bedroom upstairs has a bathroom. There is a large tiled veranda on two sides, open plan sitting room, dining room and kitchen, and a garage. Downstairs there is another kitchen, double bedroom with two single beds, bathroom, sitting room and a garage. It is within a 15 minute drive of the town of Roseau and has easy access to diving and sightseeing. The house is surrounded by a garden, is cool and secluded and has a fabulous view of the Caribbean Sea, the town of Roseau in the distance, and a view of Morne Anglais at the back. So, once you sink into a chair on the veranda you may never want to leave!

It is very private, though the local Manageress, Valarie Olive is only a five minute walk down the hill. Please contact her with questions not covered on the website. The cleaning is done by helper Valarie and gardening by helper Alan.

There are supermarkets in both Loubiere, at the bottom of the hill, and in Roseau, which also has a local fruit and vegetable market which is worth a visit particularly on Saturday morning though it is open every day except Sunday. There is a hospital in Roseau, and doctors and dentists if needed. There are banks in Roseau, the local currency being Eastern Caribbean dollars, though U.S. dollars are accepted everywhere and it is easy to change £ sterling into the local currency if wished.

It is possible to travel to the island either by air from various islands or by ferry from Martinique or Guadeloupe, two French islands on either side of Dominica. Overnight visits to those islands and other French islands nearby are easy from Roseau on the ferry.


There is much information about the island on the internet, a good site being https://www.discoverdominica.com. It is in the Windward group of islands and is the least developed. English is the main language though many people speak a French patois. It is very mountainous with the highest mountain is just under 5,000ft. The island is famous for its walking trails and some of them are strenuous such as the hike to the Boiling Lake for which a guide from the Botanical Gardens may be booked if wished. There is also good walking on the Waitukubuli National Trail, Waitukubuli being the old name for Dominica meaning "tall is her body". The house is well placed for such expeditions and very good diving is available nearby and also whale watching. Dominica is the only country in the world where sperm whales reside all the year long though sightings are most likely between November and March.

175 species of birds have been recorded on the island and there are two endemic species of parrot. The larger is the Amazona Imperialis (local name: Sisserou) and the smaller Amazona Aurausiaca (local name Jacko). All birds were affected by the hurricane , but they are recovering and returning to gardens. It is possible to see hummingbirds, hawks and several smaller birds such as bananaquits and local sparrows from the veranda. Our local wren, a characterful bird known as a "rossignol" often makes a nest on the veranda rafters and has a beautiful song.

The island, like many in the Caribbean, is now largely recovered from hurricane damage. It has been truly amazing to see the resilience of people who suffered so badly and have worked hard to put the island back on its feet. Nature is also repairing itself and the island is green once more. The house was damaged in Hurricane Maria, which hit the island in 2017, but has undergone extensive repairs and redecoration and is now in first class condition.

The owners insurance policy does not cover loss of visitors' possessions, so visitors must obtain their own cover. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property.

Finally please bear in mind that the island is not sophisticated, but therein to the owner lies its charm!

Property manager

Valarie Olive, manager
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Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Ocean view
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed anywhere on the property,
As is typical in Dominica, road to the house is steep and a 4WD or all wheel drive is required. Large laundry loads will incur additional charge.
Gas cookers should be turned off at the wall when not in use. No tampering with the smoke detectors (next to upstairs and downstairs cookers). No bbq.
To protect the solid wood dining table, please always use the table mats provided. (The mats are kept in the drawers of adjacent sideboard).

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses solar energy
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Roseau

Located in Roseau, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Dominica Museum and Cathedral of Our Lady of Fair Haven of Roseau are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Morne Trois Pitons National Park and Soufriere-Scott's Head Marine Reserve. Dominica Botanical Gardens and Papillote Tropical Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Dominica Museum - 4 min drive
  • Dominica Botanical Gardens - 4 min drive
  • Roseau Public Market - 5 min drive
  • Windsor Park - 5 min drive
  • Champagne Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Roseau (DCF-Canefield) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ma Boyd's Bar - 6 min drive
  • High Rise Beach Bar - 4 min drive
  • JR's Bar & Grill - 5 min drive
  • KFC - 5 min drive
  • Perkys Pizza - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Secluded house with stunning views & quiet location, convenient for Roseau located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Dominica Botanical Gardens, Saint George Anglican Church and Dominica Museum. Cathedral of Our Lady of Fair Haven of Roseau and Bayfront Ferry Terminal are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Viviane L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Très beau séjour
La maison est très agréable, spacieuse et la vue tout simplement magnifique. Nous étions heureux de retrouver le très bel environnement après une journée de balades et randonnées. Nous avons beaucoup apprécié l'accueil de Valérie qui a toujours répondu rapidement à nos demandes. Viviane et Alix (Montréal, Canada)
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and Relaxing
This is our third time staying at this property. We continue to return because it is so relaxing. The road to the house definitely takes some getting used to and you will need a four wheel drive vehicle. The location is close to Roseau and other areas that guests might like to visit. The view of Roseau and the Caribbean Sea is amazing. The sounds of nature from the porch are incredibly soothing. Valarie, the host manager, is very responsive and helpful with any needs or advice. We were sad to leave after almost five weeks. Hope to be back again in the future. Please don't hesitate to book this as a vacation spot.
Stayed 33 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kit K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house with beautiful view
The house and grounds were spectacular. Everything we could need was provided including kitchen utensils, puzzles and beach towels. The view from the spacious terrace was wonderful and there were rainbows almost every day. We ate all meals out on the terrace to the sounds of bird songs. The only drawback was the difficult road in. Very rutted, narrow with deep rain channels on both sides. But with a 4WD vehicle we made it and even became good at negotiating it. Thank you
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jules A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Site pour randonneurs
Bonjour,nous n'avons pas pût faire le séjour. Accès difficile depuis la grande route,arrivée au lieu dit encore plus difficile avec 2 handicapés dans la famille. Je souhaiterais être remboursé. Merci de votre compréhension.salutations
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Valarie Olive, manager

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Languages:

English, French

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