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Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 262.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Sawcolts, St. Mary's
  • Place, Fig Tree Drive
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Jolly Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Dickenson Bay Beach
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Airport, St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view

The cabin was built using as many recycled materials as possible, so has a traditional and aged look despite being relatively new, with the conveniences one would perhaps not expect in a cabin in the woods ! The outside is covered in Wallaba wooden shingles in the traditional Caribbean style, but is totally independent, powered by the sun.
The Cabin is on the slope of a hill, in a natural clearing in the woods. It is on stilts so standing on the balcony you overlook the trees down a long valley that runs to the back of English Harbour, about 7 miles away. We are trying to preserve this little wood, so have not made a driveway to the cabin, which mean there is a 2 minute walk from the car parking area, up through the trees. Flossie the donkey is available to carry your bags to the cabin - there are some shapes of suitcase she cannot manage, but most are OK. We have strung solar lights for night time returns from dinner out, its rather magical walking up through the pathway with the lights - they are on a timer that goes off at 11pm ( the time of our present curfew) so take a torch if going to be later !

Although the cottage looks old fashioned - that is the only thing that is traditional about it! It is totally independent and is run by its solar energy, with 24 volt lights, pumps and fridge. There is 110v power as well with USA sockets to charge phones an d computers - can run the fan, but cannot run something that needs heat, like a hair dryer.
Rain water is collected from the roof. The kitchen has a water filter tap for drinking water, as well as a water filter jug for the fridge.
The bedroom is large, 16 ft X 16 ft, white stained wooden floor, and a double 4 poster mahogany bed fitted with a mosquito net. There are louvred doors barn doors that slide open to a side balcony, and shutter doors opening onto the main front balcony. All the doors and windows have mosquito screens.
There is a large wardrobe with plenty of shelving and hanging space.
A desk under the windows should you feel inspired to write or draw (or watch Netflix) with wireless internet.
Going through the wardrobe in the bedroom you will find the open bathroom with large rain water shower, basin and low water usage loo.
The front balcony is 10 ft x 24ft and forms the living and dining areas, with 2 comfy traditional mahogany chairs and a hammock. The kitchen opens up with wide doors so the whole side of the kitchen is open to the balcony, the dining table in easy reach . The kitchen has all the utensils you will need and basic larder items.
We will supply groceries for your dinner and breakfast, should you feel like staying at home for your first night.

Notes:
Antigua is a low lying island - which in turn causes a low annual rainfall - so we need to be conscious of water usage especially during the dry season.

Please note a 4 x 4 vehicle, or one that is high off the road is best to access this area.
A regular car can do it, but you need to drive slowly and carefully not to bottom out
on the old stone cobbled driveway.

On another note - we are very serious about the cleanliness.
The cabin is cleaned and sterilised. There is a 3 day empty period after each booking.
The laundry is dried on the line in sunshine.
There is hand sanitiser, disinfectant spray, gloves and a couple of disposable masks supplied.




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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking allowed outside

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
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property
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Sawcolts, St. Mary's

What's nearby

  • Fig Tree Drive - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Nelson's Dockyard - 15 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Heritage Quay - 18 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Jolly Beach - 20 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Dickenson Bay Beach - 22 min drive - 19.3 km

Getting around

  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DeLe’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Miracle's South Coast Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hibiscus Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪D’cravinz - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Secluded Woodland Cabin with lovely view located?

Situated by the sea, this cabin is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Fig Tree Drive and 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Antigua Naval Dockyard and Related Archaeological Sites. Carlisle Bay Beach and Falmouth Harbour Marina are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Louise Sandiford

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I am originally from England, and have been living in the Caribbean for 30 years. I work from home where I live with my very greedy dogs, 2 donkeys, too many ducks, chickens - and occasionally my daughter when she comes home from University in the UK.

Why they chose this property

The valley of Tranquil Farm is one of the last remaining rural areas of Antigua - although even we are now being reached and changed. So far its is still a wonderfully quiet backwater where the only sounds are the tree frogs and crickets and night, with the odd donkey and dogs from neighbouring farms. By day the same - just hold the tree frogs!

What makes this property unique

Its lovely to go to the beach all day, its lovely to feel the salt sting your skin - and you hair has never styled so well as when its full of salt! but after a long day of sun and sea its also lovely to get back to a cool hillside, trees and countryside - away from the sand thats in everything, and your salt damp and sticky clothes into a rain water soft shower and relax, with a glass of something.!

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