Guests say
Guests have consistently praised Villa Grand for its beautiful setting, spacious and airy rooms, and well-maintained garden. The staff are lauded for their joyous presence and exceptional service, contributing to a peaceful and enjoyable stay. The villa's amenities, including a pool, table-tennis room, and entertainment options, have provided guests with ample enjoyment. Overall, the villa has been described as a perfect place for family gatherings and special occasions, offering a memorable experience in Barbados.
Reviewers are delighted with the cleanliness of Villa Grand, mentioning that the place is kept spotless and the laundry and beach towels are freshly washed and pressed daily, indicating a high standard of cleanliness.
There is not enough information in the reviews to accurately assess the location of Villa Grand, as the reviews do not specifically mention attributes related to its location.
The villa is repeatedly described as spacious and airy, with plenty of room for family and fun. Guests have noted the comfort of the villa, suggesting a high level of satisfaction in this category.
Facilities at Villa Grand are highly praised, with mentions of a pool, table-tennis room, selection of movies and books, and board games. The maintenance of these facilities is implied to be excellent, though there is a minor note of something being 'traitor up', which is unclear but does not seem to detract significantly from the overall experience.
While the staff's service is mentioned as enhancing the dining experience and contributing to the enjoyment of the stay, there are no specific references to gifts or special thoughtful touches that could be guaranteed for future guests. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Villa Grand is an exceptionally beautiful villa in Barbados. Built as a "labour of love" twenty years ago, it has Mediterranean style architecture with stucco walls and terracotta tiled roof that encompass terraces, balconies, patios and courtyards.
The villa extends over two wings affording plenty of privacy to guests. There is the Main House with six bedrooms, the Garden House with another two bedrooms and finally the Pool Cottage that is home to bedrooms. Each wing has adjoining gardens and its own special terraces and lounging areas. All together, there are ten en-suite bedrooms that sleep twenty people.
Between the main house and the east wing is a freeform swimming pool adjoining an inviting covered patio furnished with deep sofas, board games and a bar.
The in-house chef likes to pamper guests, turning each meal into an adventure by serving different dishes atop different crockery in different locations. After remaining closed for a year for refurbishment, the villa has only just re-opened. Designer Lynne Pemberton has done an exquisite, top-of-the-line makeover using Louise Bradley chandeliers, Ralph Lauren furniture and Missoni accessories, turning the interiors into stunning yet inviting spaces. The chef, housekeeper and gardeners take pride in making Elsewhere a home away from home.
Villa Grand has the ability to magically transport you, with treetop views, that lead to the heaving ocean beyond. The garden was designed by the Venezuelan landscape architect, Fernando Tabora who has interwoven a series of gardens in varying shapes and sizes to form a continuous whole. In the process, vistas have been created. There are shaded nooks and crannies, and features such as a Japanese bridge over a waterfall and a running stream that flows into a lily pond full of koi-carp. At night, tree-uplighters and subtle fairy lights wreak their magic, and the garden becomes a perfect place for a party.
When visiting Barbados, the first thing you are sure to notice are the gorgeous and renowned flat white sand beaches. On the west coast of Barbados, miles of coral shore beaches and fine white sands stretch along a hypnotising turquoise sea. The West Coast of Barbados is also fringed with countless breath-taking Coral Reefs to provide excellent snorkelling and scuba diving opportunities. The South Coast also offers something for everyone, and is a curious mixture of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean. Here you can swim in calm waters, snorkel over the inshore reefs and tidal pools, and at the southernmost tip of the island, you can windsurf.
Whilst on Barbados, a taste of the island’s rum is a must! The isle has been producing rum for over 350 years, and it is recognised internationally for its quality. Many tours and taste sessions are available at the local distilleries.
Accommodation
The Villa
Villa Grand is a villa of colossal proportions, as it can sleep up to 20-guests. It has been noted that the likes of Rihanna has stayed here, and Pavarotti once sung in its majestic gardens.
Interior
Main Villa
- Living area
- Dining area
- Fitness area
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Office
- Master bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom
Garden House
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom
Pool Cottage
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds and en-suite bathroom
Exterior
- Private swimming pool, with Roman steps & ladder access
- Barbecue
- Lawn area
- Outdoor dining & furniture
- Pergola
- Pond
- Private Parking
- Sun loungers
Additional facilities
- Air Conditioned Bedrooms
- Bar
- BBQ
- Beach Cabana
- Cable TV
- Ceiling Fans
- Dishwasher
- DVD Player
- Espresso Machine
- Fax Machine
- Gardens
- Gazebo
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Hair Dryer
- I-Pod Docking Station
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Kitchen Appliances
- Lounge Chairs & Umbrellas
- Near Beach
- Near Golf Course
- Office
- Parking
- Partial Ocean View
- Pool
- Safe
- Security System
- Sonos Sound System
- Stereo
- Sun deck
- Swimming Pool
- Washer
- Dryer
- Wine Cooler
- Wireless Internet
Reviews (10)
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H
What can we say that hasn't already been said? 14 of our closest family & friends have stayed here for 9 days over New years. The house, has completely exceeded our expectations. Fantastic space, giving lots of privacy, with every essential item thought of. We have partied, dined like kings and queens, swam in the pool, had massages, gone marlin fishing, used the Sandy Lane beach & the cabana, visited all the cricket grounds, met the current West Indies cricket team, met some of the all-time West Indies cricket legends, swam with turtles, and of course, have drunk vast quantities of rum. The whole team has been SPECTACULAR!! They have absolutely been the icing on the cake of our amazing holiday. All of them have been amazingly friendly, professional and of course superb in their roles. We cannot thank you enough for your help in making this holiday a once in a lifetime experience.
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H
What can we say that hasn't already been said? 14 of our closest family & friends have stayed here for 9 days over New years. The house, has completely exceeded our expectations. Fantastic space, giving lots of privacy, with every essential item thought of. We have partied, dined like kings and queens, swam in the pool, had massages, gone marlin fishing, used the Sandy Lane beach & the cabana, visited all the cricket grounds, met the current West Indies cricket team, met some of the all-time West Indies cricket legends, swam with turtles, and of course, have drunk vast quantities of rum. The whole team has been SPECTACULAR!! They have absolutely been the icing on the cake of our amazing holiday. All of them have been amazingly friendly, professional and of course superb in their roles. We cannot thank you enough for your help in making this holiday a once in a lifetime experience.
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Juliet
When I was at Villa Grand, I had a really good time with my family. We played, explored the pond, went swimming and visited the nature reserve and Harrison's Cave. I had a wonderful time in Barbados. I think the best villa in Barbados is Grand!