This villa is in a privately-nestled cove between two of Jamaica’s most prestigious hotels: Royal Plantation 5-star boutique hotel and the legendary Jamaica Inn. While completely private, this villa is just minutes from lively Ocho Rios.

It was originally built by the late Scottish Lord, The Earl of Mansfield. Today it is owned by members of the Red Stripe Beer family. Present owners have extensively renovated the home with concentration on accommodating families. Victorian fretwork and warm mahogany floors are original, while Italian Travertine reflects recent renovations. Interior design is a tasteful eclectic mix of high-tech amenities combined with Jamaican and English antiques.

The iconic gathering place is the large furnished verandah overlooking the vast expanse of deep blue Caribbean Sea that is the "front yard." Sitting here genuinely feels like lounging on the deck of a ship with nothing in sight but blue sea and sky.  It's heaven.

Stone steps lead from the main house down a slope to a private cove and fabulous crystal clear cove, wonderful for swimming, floating, snorkeling and kayaking. Beside the waterfront deck is an outdoor shower. The gardener will place chaises on the seaside deck and the butler will serve lunch there if you wish to stay on the waterfront all day.

The wonderful cook and butler merit special mention. Mealtimes here are memorable thanks to Cherie’s wonderful cooking and Bryan’s excellent service.

• deluxe waterfront villa in Ocho Rios with 5 air-conditioned bedrooms
• magnificent swimming, breathtaking all-day ocean views, glorious sunsets
• full staff: butler, cook, assistant cook, housekeeper/laundress, gardener
• espresso coffee station
• outdoor barbecue grill
• wonderful private cove with clear turquoise water
• over-the-water deck for hours of sunning, swimming, snorkeling
• 2 complimentary 2-seater sea kayaks
• complimentary snorkel gear
• 3 paddleboards
• private pool
• outdoor verandah bar
• cable television, CD/DVD players
• wireless Internet (bring your laptop)
• complimentary calls to the US, Canada and land lines in the UK
• family friendly, child friendly

• Couples Sans Souci Resort day pass can be purchased for use of gym and other resort amenities (rates may vary)

• Sandals Grande Ocho Rios beach and golf resort 5-minute drive
• Sandals Upton Golf Course 10-minute drive 
• Breezes Runaway Bay Golf Course 20-minute drive
• luxuriously private yet 10 minutes from bustling Ocho Rios, shopping, water sports, bars and restaurants, night life, Dolphin Cove and Dunn’s River Falls