VERY Private, Spectacular, Waterfront Location

5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 12446 sq m

Popular amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Check out the area

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

Leverick Bay Marina8 min drive
The Baths17 min drive
Little Dix Bay Beach24 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Ocean Suite

1 King Bed

Pool Suite

1 King Bed

Upper level bedroom

2 Single Beds

Upper level Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Waterfall Suite

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

*We are Gold Seal Certified by BVI Traveller as an approved accommodation under the COVID protocols!*

Anam Cara Villa is a unique vacation home located directly on the water in Little Bay, South Sound, Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands. The Villa's spectacular private waterfront location is in a BVI designated marine sanctuary and near one of the last undeveloped landscapes on Virgin Gorda.

The views off the decks and balconies range from looking directly down at sea turtles, various tropical fish and the occasional mantas swimming below to stunning views out to sea with endless waves rolling up on the offshore reef. To the sides and behind you are views of the surrounding mountains and hills of Gorda Peak National Park. Your closest neighbors are the parade of marine life below, pelicans and seabirds above and cows grazing serenely on the distant hillsides.

Anam Cara Villa is comprised of just under 5,000 square feet of tropical modernism architecture spread over two buildings designed for seamless indoor-outdoor living. The five bedrooms are all en-suite.

The three large master bedroom suites all have king size beds and large spa bathrooms complete with both indoor and outdoor showers, double vanities and soaking bathtubs. Upstairs in the main house are two additional en-suite bedrooms with private balconies directly over the water below.

The main floor features a large gourmet kitchen connected to the outdoor living area through large 8ft by 10 ft doors and a unique breakfast bar with an 8ft by 5ft serving window. The kitchen/dining area merges into the living area which has two separate seating areas and stunning sea views. The lower level hosts a media room for watching movies or just hanging out.

Outside living features 12 separate decks and balconies each with its own unique views. The centerpiece of the outdoor living area is your own resort like horizon edge pool complete with a swim up bar and outdoor sunken kitchen with barbecue. The saltwater pool has both a waterfall and laminar flow water features with fiber optic lighting. Pool lighting colors can be changed with a wireless remote control.

All of the indoor and outdoor areas are tiled with natural travertine stone. You can choose to relax on the deck letting the marine and bird life of South Sound entertain you or simply hang out by the pool.

Just a short one mile drive away is the North Sound welcome center and dock where the various free water taxis will take you to the many *restaurants, resorts and yacht clubs for drinks, lunch, dinner, shopping, or entertainment. North Sound is a destination unto itself whether it is Bitter End Yacht Club, Saba Rock Resort, or Leverick Bay Resort!

Property manager

Bridget Saluk

Premier Host

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Ocean view

Barbecue grill

Ocean view

Pool

Hot tub

Kitchen

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties

Pets

No pets allowed

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20

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

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spanish Town

Located in Spanish Town, this villa is on the beach. Copper Mine Ruins and RMS Rhone are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Virgin Gorda Peak and Leverick Bay Marina. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Virgin Gorda, British Virgin Islands

What's nearby

Leverick Bay Marina - 8 min drive
Gorda Peak National Park - 10 min drive
The Baths - 17 min drive
Savannah Beach - 17 min drive
Little Dix Bay Beach - 24 min drive

Getting around

Spanish Town (VIJ-Virgin Gorda) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

Chez Bamboo - 13 min drive
Poor Man's Bar - 16 min drive
Saba Rock - 6 min drive
Island Pot Restaurant - 13 min drive
Jumbies Bar @ Leverick Bay - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is VERY Private, Spectacular, Waterfront Location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at VERY Private, Spectacular, Waterfront Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VERY Private, Spectacular, Waterfront Location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is VERY Private, Spectacular, Waterfront Location located?

Nestled on the beach, this Spanish Town villa is within 3 mi (5 km) of Little Bay, Leverick Bay Marina and Leverick bay. Gorda Peak National Park and Prickly Pear National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Sandy W.

27 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unmatched Views.

We had a group of 10 adults that stayed at this villa in February 2024. The villa was clean and just a little dated. Chico and his wife were so easy to deal with and very helpful throughout our 10 day stay. The road to the villa was a bit hard to find and we probably should have rented 4x4 vehicles instead of vans. The beach area was lacking due to the trash, broken glass, cows, and goats everywhere. However, we were able to take a very short drive to a beach where we had a picnic and soaked up some sun. Levrick Bay is a very short drive and a little village in itself. We actually watched the Super Bowl there and had an amazing time. The sunrises at the villa were beautiful! The stars at night were breathtaking. The villa was extremely private, which we loved!! Plenty of room for everyone, and we never felt crowded. We will be back, and hopefully very soon!!!

Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill W.

10 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and fun!

The house has a beautiful view and the pool area was so much fun for the adults and kids! The kids loved the waterfall in the pool and the adults loved all the great places to sit and chat. We were truly blessed by the house! Thank you!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh A., Signal Mountain, TN, USA

25 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property

This trip was a gift to our parents (in their 70s) as well as our family vacation. The owner has been exceptionally accommodating throughout COVID and the limitations imposed by travel restrictions. Unfortunately, our visit was cut a bit short by this year's record-setting sargasso seaweed bloom; the owner (again) was very helpful and responsive. Snorkeling in South Sound was a highlight as was the pool.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia A.

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

By islands standards, this was a 5 star. Overall a great trip with some minor hiccups.

Overall, we had a great stay. There were some minor inconveniences, like the beach being unusable(not the homeowner or property managements fault) due to major seaweed blooms in the area. The house has some minor signs of age but overall is great. The pool needs some work and better cleaning (several dead roaches and bugs) could have done without the camera hidden inside in the kitchen. Just felt a little invasive. There was a super cute house cat that hangs around the property. We were told it belongs to the farm next door, but she never left and was super eager to get inside the house. (Which we didn’t allow- she has fleas and mites). Highly recommend and encourage a jeep, bring pool toys, there is one tv in the downstairs of the main house. It was nice being able to disconnect. With a view like we had, you don’t miss it. The kitchen was well appointed and it was nice to see sharp knives and provisions. Pay it forward for the next guests like we did. The house has great views. The outdoor showers were a nice addition. Expect lower water pressure outside. Upon arrival Chico had arranged a water top off for the cistern and pool, which was much appreciated. Recommend provisioning thru bucks market but expect out of stock items. We had a great trip. Saw whales just beyond the reef in our cove. Tons of turtles, sharks, great sea life and bird watching. Highly recommend this villa!

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

thomas b., Chicago

2 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely amazing!!!!

Let me first say that Virgin Gorda and this house are both gorgeous and relaxing. The view from each of the decks and all the front facing windows are amazing with the sound of the surf below. The house is clean, sun filled and has a very open feel. The location was great for us but make very sure that you’re comfortable driving on the left on narrow and very hilly roads. Be sure to rent a four wheel drive with clearance because the road is very bumpy but part of the charm. We loved that the house was as remote as it was but know that it’s out there. The only reason that I didn’t give this house five stars is that the beach is not nice or swimmable for most. Lots of seaweed and trash with strong and consistent waves due to the trade winds coming in. At the same time, incredible beaches 15-20 minutes away so totally worth it and the views amazing. Stay here and enjoy.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bridget Saluk

Why they chose this property

It was love at first site when we first ventured off the main road into South Sound. The drive was like nothing we had ever experienced. The road first passes along the waterfront beach with palm trees, then past a horse stable and working farm with cows grazing. At the end of the this short drive we arrived at the unspoiled Virgin Gorda we were seeking. The road opens out onto a stunning sea view facing into the gentle trade winds. We knew we had found our own Caribbean paradise, our 'Anam Cara.'
So in 2007 the adventure of building began. Our goal was to create a retreat where families and friends could gather in an unforgettable setting. A place for renewal and sharing. A place for remembering the important things in life like laughter and love. At the same time we wanted to respect and minimize the impact on this very special setting. We were the first house in the BVI to use the environmentally friendly ICF building process. We also wanted to take advantage of the natural cooling and refreshing trade winds in the architectural layout. Other 'green features' include dual grey water recycling systems for the gardens, cool roof technology and other 'green building' systems. All the rain water from the roof is captured for reuse in a large cistern. We wanted to keep the electric usage (and our bill!) low by using energy efficient water systems and lots of LED lighting. There is very little night time light pollution which makes for spectacular star gazing as well. There is no noise pollution as the only sounds are from the birds above and the sea gently rolling along the offshore coral reef.

What makes this property unique

Anam cara is an Irish language term meaning 'soul friend.'

According to Celtic spiritual tradition, the soul shines all around the body like a luminous cloud. When you are very open, appreciative, and trusting with another person, your two souls flow together. This deeply felt bond with another person means you have found your anam cara, or 'Soul Friend.' Your anam cara always beholds your light and beauty, and accepts you for who you truly are. In Celtic spirituality, the anam cara friendship awakens the fullness and mystery of your life. You are joined in an ancient and eternal union with humanity that cuts across all barriers of time, convention, philosophy, and definition. When you are blessed with an anam cara, the Irish believe, you have arrived at that most sacred place: home.
We hope that our home in Virgin Gorda will become your own 'Anam Cara'.