Friendly Hall Estate-mill House Vacation Rental
Friendly Hall Estate-mill House Vacation Rental
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This is a safe-haven, get-away-from-it-all retreat at the Friendly Hall Estate in the secluded St. Lucy's parish in northern Barbados... here you can look out at night at the dreamy Southern sky, and enjoy the incredibly lush, healing Caribbean air.
Description of the house:
The Mill House, newly renovated and fully furnished, was built in the 1790s. It is a charming private residence with the ambience of a French country house, located on the secluded Friendly Hall sugar plantation in St. Lucy, which also happens to be the least commercialized parish in Barbados. The open floor plan of this 1,800 sq. ft., coral-and-limestone house is inviting, with high ceilings, unique French-louvered shutters and doors, gracious living and dining areas, each with its own delightful patio/courtyard, and surrounded by open fields with views of the sea. The original Mill Tower a national historic landmark - is on the 1-acre property and is bordered by palm trees, spider lilies, and brilliantly colored frangipani and bouganvillea.
Location:
The residence is just 1/4 mile from the sea. The tranquil West Coast beaches are all public, and are marked with blue-and-white access signs, with free parking. If you love surfing and snorkeling, just walk a couple hundred yards along the shore to Maycocks Bay. an excellent beach. Mullins Beach, one of the finest on Barbados, is a 10-minute drive. And in nearby Speightstown, off the beach at Cobblers Cove, you can swim with the endangered leatherback and green turtles an enchanting experience.
Speightstown, the capital of St. Lucys Parish, is a market town dating from the 18th century. About a 10-minute drive from the Mill House, the town offers a well-stocked supermarket, open-air markets with local produce, banks with ATM machines, restaurants, nightlife and more. Fisherman sell their fresh catch most afternoons in a small fishing community called "Six Mens," located along the coastal road from the Mill House to Speightstown.
Holetown, about 10 minutes south of Speightstown, boasts gourmet food and wine shops, boutique shopping and an abundance of excellent restaurants. Golf, tennis, boat rentals, water sports and more are available up and down the west coast, commonly referred to as the Platinum Coast".
House-cleaning service is provided once during the rental week; additional cleaning service, babysitting, and meal preparation can also be arranged on request. Wayne Skeete, a longtime friend of the Mill House, oversees the property and manages the grounds. He is an excellent troubleshooter and is tremendously helpful with regard to all things Bajan. For your convenience rental cars can be arranged through Wayne. Upon arrival in Bridetown, Wayne can meet you at the airport and transport you to the Mill House for a nominal charge.
No smoking allowed in the house.
No pets allowed in the house.
A refundable deposit of US$ 200 must be made before arrival, and on signing the lease agreement. The deposit will be returned - less any breakage or missing items - ten (10) days after the holiday ends.
If you have any questions or concerns before placing your bid, please e-mail us and leave your phone number, so we can discuss any concerns you may have and reserve your week.
Kids are welcome. The Mill House sleeps 6-7 comfortably. Person responsible for signing lease agreement must be at least 21 years of age.
For stays shorter or longer than one week (7 days), rental rate will be pro-rated according to the number of days.
Located 10 miles from Speightstown.
Located 20 miles from Bridetown Airport.
Map of Bridgetown Barbados.
Detailed facts and information about Barbados.
Mailing Address: St Lucys Parish
Barbados Bridgetown Barbados
Floors: 1 | Floor Area: 1,800 square feet | Bathrooms: 2 | Entire Home Rented: 
Sleeps: 6 | Bedrooms: 3 | Beds: King=0 Queen=0 Double=3 Twin=3 | Fully Furnished:
Pets Allowed: 
| Smoking Allowed: | Children Allowed: | Wheelchair Accessible:
Features: Driver for Extra Charge, Car Available at Extra Charge, Walk to Shopping, Cook for Extra Charge, Housekeeper for Extra Charge, Quiet and Peaceful Area, Quiet Area but Nightlife Nearby, Away From it All
Amenities: Toaster, Charcoal Grill, Oven - Stove, Drip Coffee Maker, AM-FM Alarm Clock, Beach Towels, Drying Machine, Washing Machine, Microwave, Refrigerator, Pillows Provided, Blankets Provided, Bed Linens Provided, Ceiling Fans, Dining Room Table, Silverware - Utensils, Full Kitchen, Bath Towels Provided
Activities: Snorkeling, Something For Everyone, Scuba Diving, Hiking and Nature Trails, Walking - Exploring, Site Seeing
Rates are posted in USD [Change Currency]
Friendly Hall Estate-mill House is typically rented out on a Per Week basis, but also as follows:
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Low Season: $630 USD Per Week
September, October, November
Mid Season: $855 USD Per Week
July, August
High Season: $910 USD Per Week
January, February, March, April, May, June, December
Notes: 910.00for one week 630 for Sept/Oct 1500 for the week Dec.24 and Jan. 1
Contact Name: Henry Smith
Day phone: 267.872.5678 Night phone: 267.872.5678
Best to Call: 12pm and 8pm
Henry Smith's Timezone: GMT -5
Henry Smith's Current Time: Fri, Mar 12 2:52 am
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