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Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants

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Welcome to our beautiful Somnia home in Hastings, Barbados
Relax with a cocktail outside on the patio
Beach
Property grounds
Enjoy a meal in our spacious dining area
Reviews
8.0

Very good

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Hastings, Christchurch
  • Popular LocationSurf in Barbados Surf School10 min walk
  • Popular LocationRockley Beach16 min walk
  • Popular LocationU.S. Embassy5 min drive
  • AirportBridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)21 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants

Welcome to Somnia, a holiday haven in the heart of the Garrison World Heritage Centre, and only minutes away from the wonderful beaches, bars and restaurants of Christchurch, Barbados. The apartment is on the ground floor of a detached house in a residential cul-de-sac. It is ideal for visitors who want easy access to the best beaches on the south coast, such as the famous Accra Beach (Rockley) and Hastings Boardwalk, as well as a fantastic range of bars, fast food outlets and fine dining restaurants to please all tastes. Local amenities, such as supermarkets, ATMs, pharmacies, and public transport, are within a few minutes' walk. Many popular visitor attractions are close by, such as the George Washington House, the Barbados Museum and the Garrison Savannah where visitors can mingle with locals and enjoy free horse racing during the season. The capital city, Bridgetown, offers fabulous duty-free shopping, including the famous Cave Shepherd department store. The apartment offers guests a comfortably furnished home-from-home. There are two bedrooms with double beds, air conditioning and ample storage space for clothes and luggage. The bathroom is equipped with shower, toilet, washbasin and towels. After a day out at the beach or exploring Barbados’s many attractions, you can relax in the spacious open-plan lounge; watch internet TV, play board or card games, have a few rounds of dominoes, read a book or enjoy an eclectic selection of music. High-speed internet is available throughout the property for leisure or work purposes. The apartment is ideal for guests who prefer self-catering options. We offer a fully equipped kitchen with a good-sized fridge-freezer, microwave, cooker and oven with a grill, coffee machine and just about every piece of kitchen equipment you will need. Perfect for guests wanting to try their hand at some Bajan dishes such as macaroni pie and flying fish. For those who prefer not to use their precious holiday time in the kitchen, there is a range of nearby restaurants and bars offering breakfasts, lunches, dinners and snacks, as well as several fast-food outlets offering free home delivery. Our agent, Trudi, can also arrange for a professional chef to come in and cook a special meal for you. Recent guests have used this service for Christmas dinner and for sampling traditional Bajan cooking. A special feature of the apartment is its large patio, furnished with easy lounging chairs. Take time to relax as you enjoy a lazy breakfast while planning the day's activities. In the afternoon, enjoy a chilled beer or wine, rum punch or whatever cocktail takes your fancy, (help yourselves to fresh coconuts and limes from the trees in the garden), while watching the antics of our resident family of green monkeys, or marvelling at the iridescent hummingbirds as they hover over the flowering plants. In the evenings, relax out here and enjoy spectacular sunsets over the Caribbean. Whatever time of day, the patio is the perfect place to relax. The apartment is situated on a hill overlooking the Caribbean and is often blessed with a fresh breeze. The apartment accommodates four guests comfortably, so it is the perfect choice for a family, a couple or a group of friends. A housekeeper is available who will clean the apartment and change towels and bedding on a weekly basis. She will also give you a hand with your laundry if requested, though this is at the guests' own expense. The washing machine and dryer are in a separate utility room behind the house. A high-chair and travel cot are provided for infants. There is free parking for up to three cars in the driveway, and guests are welcome to make use of the garden and the utility room. Please note that we also have a 2-bedroom 2-bathroom apartment on the first floor of Somnia. This can accommodate up to four or five people. For larger groups/families, both apartments can be rented as a single house. Please do contact us if you are interested in this option.

Property manager

Cecily and Ian Jones

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Hastings

This apartment is located in Hastings. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carlisle Bay and Rockley Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Garrison Savannah or Wildey House. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
Map
Hastings, Christchurch

What's nearby

  • Surf in Barbados Surf School - 10 min walk
  • Carlisle Bay - 12 min walk
  • Rockley Beach - 16 min walk
  • U.S. Embassy - 5 min drive
  • Dover Beach - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chefette - 2 min drive
  • Chutney's - 11 min walk
  • KFC - 11 min walk
  • Chill - Cafe Bar & Grill - 11 min walk
  • Shakers Bar & Grill - 13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious ground floor apartment close to beaches, bars and restaurants located?

Situated in Hastings, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Lanterns Mall and Carlisle Bay. Dover Beach is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

8.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Judith H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Great vacation on Barbados
Cozy apartment close to a few beaches and also shopping facilities. There was a safe, but unfortunately it did not work. The agent was informed, unfortunately the safe was not repaired or replaced until our departure. Otherwise, everything we needed was available, but the doors could do with some oiling. The furnishings are a bit dated / worn. On the whole, we enjoyed our stay there.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenna S., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!
Thank you for such a wonderful place to stay! I come to Barbados a lot and needed a new place this time! Everything was wonderful! And an easy walk to the beach and restaurants! Thank you Ian for such a peaceful place to stay!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea M. W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and comfortable
The property is clean and comfortable. The properry manager is very attentive. They have pretty much everything you need in the house. It’s nice to have laundry facilities available right in the compound. It is also nice to have a small outdoor seating area. It is located a little bit in the neighborhood so it’s a good 15-20 min walk from/to the boardwalk. Can be inconvenient without a vehicle but not a bad walk and the neighborhood is nice and safe. The property is located in the bottom floor so you can hear the neighbor’s footsteps all day/night. You do get used to it after some time. Overall, recommend.
Stayed 17 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
We stayed with our daughter and the apartment was the perfect size. Bedrooms are lovely, the living area is spacious and the kitchen is well equipped.We loved having breakfast on the ouside patio area, the gardens are beautiful. The location is great, the neighbourhood is very friendly and its easy to get buses from the main road. A lovely stay, thank you !
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2024

4/10 Poor

julia f.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, location
Things to have in mind when booking
Spent two weeks here on Xmas and new year , can’t fault the host and the house keeper , very helpful and welcoming people but let’s start with the house. It’s 10 min walk to the nearest beach which is very small , rocky bay and no sun lounges there so nearest beach with sun lounges is rockley beach , so check the distance if it’s ok for you to walk . it’s nice walk along the coast but it’s very hot. If you can expend your budget stay closer to the beach. The house itself is very worn down , needs repainting and updating. Cleanness is not great , kitchen cupboards smell inside , toilet does not flush properly , bedroom wardrobe is filthy in between the wooden doors, you will have trouble to fight with mosquitoes indoors as the lounge doors that lead to the patio have open area above the doors so does not matter how much you spray inside they still coming in through the gaps. Neighbors are very loud , dogs barking non stop through the night so if you are a light sleeper consider that . My daughter’s swimming costume was stolen from the garden where it was drying so please be careful of what you leave on the patio . Trudi was very kind to check the cameras but unfortunately they only show the main gate not the fence separating our villa with the neighbors.
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Cecily and Ian Jones

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We are Cecily and Ian, a British/Baijan couple currently living between south-east London, Jamaica and Barbados. We believe that our guests should enjoy their stay with us without interference, but when we are around we are happy to answer any questions, recommend places to visit, pick up groceries and deal with any problems. When we are not around our agent, Trudi, can meet and greet and deal with any issues.

Why they chose this property

What makes Somnia different from other properties is its homely but comfortable feel and its quiet, secluded location. It definitely does not have the soulless hotel feel of many apartments we have stayed at. This means that you can enjoy the peace and serenity of what feels like a rustic setting, yet the bars, beaches and nightlife are close by when you want them. Barbados holds special significance for us because Cecily was born here, in the "Scotland district", so-called because it is the hilly part of the island. We have visited many times and spend as much time on the island as we can. Although Barbados is small, there are still many places that we have not yet visited and other places that have changed over the years and are worth a second, third or fourth visit. Some attractions that we believe you will never tire of are the Atlantis submarine trip, St Nicholas Abbey, Harrison's Caves, Hunte's Garden and any boat trip involving rum punch, excellent food and swimming with the turtles. We believe that you too will want to come back, once you have experienced the island.

What makes this property unique

Somnia's location is a perfect compromise between the bustle and noise of a beach front property and something more secluded and tranquil. From here you can conveniently enjoy all the amenities and activities that the island has to offer. What makes Barbados different from many other Caribbean islands is that it is comparatively well-developed but it is still Caribbean in the most important ways: the climate, the sunsets, the beaches, the rum punch, the food and the welcoming spirit of the people. Barbados is also very accessible with frequent direct flights from North America, Europe and the UK.

Languages:

English, Spanish
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