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.