RIDGEMONT HOUSE - fabulous privacy & luxury for 12 lucky people

**PLEASE NOTE**
The Christmas / New Year rates are formatted differently to the default template on the booking platforms. Please see below:

December 18 2024 - January 3 2025: $2575/nt + tax (1-12 guests)
December 18 2025 - January 3 2026: $2575/nt + tax (1-12 guests)

The definition of Caribbean luxury. Sitting high on the ridge overlooking the Caribbean Sea on one side & the Atlantic on the other, the 1.8 acre compound has truly spectacular views of our neighbouring islands.
The prestigious location, expansive plot & amenity-packed property might mean you don't need to venture out much, but 2 white-sand beaches & a handful of beachfront bars & restaurants are within 10mins.

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LIVING AREAS:
The main house contains the formal vaulted living room and dining room. Packed with light & air, it features panelled ceilings with fans and six sets of 9' high French doors that open to the terrace running along three sides of the very spacious Great Room. The view from here is simply stunning. You can enjoy the game on the 60" flat screen TV or your music on the Sonos sound system from the ample supply of squashy sofas. The glass dining table offers an indoor dining option, although we think you're going to want to go outside for that...

The Great Room opens into the fully equipped kitchen appointed with quartz counter tops and high quality Viking cooking appliances. You'll find everything you need here for self-catering, more than enough workspace and a central island/breakfast bar with high stools for enjoying quick bites to eat.

An air conditioned office located off the Great Room allows for a discreet conference call or a bit of work, if you must. Wifi is available throughout the villa -just bring your own laptop or portable device. An Epson printer is also at your disposal.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS:
1-5) No arguing over bedrooms necessary, as all five of the luxuriously decorated bedrooms feature high ceilings, large windows and patios or balconies that frame glimmering views of the Caribbean Sea or the Atlantic. Each provides a king-size bed (alternatively up to two rooms can be converted to XL-twins), 40" flat screen television & bluetooth connected sound system. All bedrooms have en-suites and one has a tub as well as shower for washing off a day at the beach.

For maximum privacy, one of the bedrooms (COLUMBUS) offers all the features of a self-sufficient flat, including an eat-in kitchenette complete with stove, microwave and refrigerator.

Please read below and refer to the photos (which are labeled) to understand the layout of the various bedrooms.
DA GAMA - downstairs in the guest house, adjacent to the pool (4 poster king bed & ensuite with shower, exterior access only)

BALBOA - upstairs in the guest house, adjacent to the pool (king sleigh bed & ensuite with large walk-in closet and bathroom with shower & tub, exterior access only)

COLUMBUS - lower level beneath living room accessed from the driveway & pool deck (4 poster king bed + daybed, ensuite with shower & self-contained kitchen & dining area, exterior access only)

MAGELLAN - upstairs in the main house overlooking the pool ("Juliet balcony", 2 x twin beds that can also be made up as a king, ensuite with shower, shares a landing with MARCO POLO - ideal for parents and younger children)

MARCO POLO - upstairs in the main house above the entrance (private covered porch, 2 x twin beds that can also be made up as a king, ensuite with shower, shares a landing with MAGELLAN - ideal for parents and younger children).

The office: there's a queen-size pullout available in the downstairs office for 2 additional guests (total 12 guests). There is a 6th guest bathroom off the pool deck which can be used by any guests staying in the office.

STEP OUTSIDE:
Outside there is more than 2000 square ft of living space. Pull up a lounger and catch some rays on the expansive deck alongside the elegant infinity edge pool, or lounge in the shade of the veranda's comfy and spacious al fresco seating area. The convenient guest bathroom, changing room and shower is also just off the deck. You'll find a large propane BBQ poolside, which is perfect for grilling up a local Anegada lobster and enjoying it from the covered outdoor dining area. The views from here are just breathtaking - looking out along the coastline and across to Jost Van Dyke and its surrounding cays with a gentle ocean breeze is just blissful. It's a really magical spot to sit with friends & family and enjoy a meal together or listen to some music through the Sonos sound system.

To get above it all, head to the colorful gazebo high atop the ridge for a cocktail with friends, or some downtime & a quiet snooze in the hammock. Another incredible viewpoint, this is where I'd be going to watch those famous fiery BVI sunsets lighting up the skies.


PLEASE NOTE
NOTE: The estate road that winds its way up to Ridgemont House is fully paved; a four-wheel drive vehicle is recommended for navigating the curves.

AC: There is AC in all bedrooms & the office, & ceiling fans throughout

HOUSEKEEPING: Housekeeping is 2 x weekly. All linen and towels will be changed and a general cleaning will be done. Daily housecleaning can be arranged at your own expense.

GENERATOR: The automatic-start generator is a great plus for any pesky power outages

WIFI: There is Wifi in all rooms

PARKING: There is driveway parking for your convenience - no long slog with shopping bags or suitcases!


NEARBY
Ridgemont House is in the hills of the exclusive but welcoming area of Long Bay in the heart of the West End of Tortola. Lots of the most beautiful and unique villas have been built here over many years as well as Long Bay Beach Resort. It has a friendly community feel with a good mix of residents and tourists.

LONG BAY (0.9 miles away)
At Long Bay you’ll find a mile-long stretch of white sand and turquoise waters and a selection of beachfront refreshment options - 1748 Restaurant, Tropical Fusion, Johnny’s Beach Bar and 1748 Coffee Shop. If you’re feeling energetic there’s Long Bay Beach Resort’s Tennis and Pickleball courts. A day pass will buy you hours of fun! There's also a gym you can buy passes for and a spa for a little pampering. You can also purchase a pool pass for the day ($100 pp incl $75 food & beverage credit & access to the pool. Under 12's are free)

APPLE BAY (1.3 miles away)
A little village with world-class winter surf and a handful of bars and restaurants (Nardie's Beach Bar, Sugar Mill, Tramonti) for all occasions.

SMUGGLER’S COVE (1.8 miles away)
Smuggler’s Cove is idyllic and perfectly sheltered by its vibrant reef which provides sensational snorkelling and is home to Patricia’s laid-back beach bar. *cruise ship passengers sometimes come here so look online for the "BVI cruise ship schedule" to avoid the busier days.

CARROT BAY (2.1 miles away)
A charming village where you'll find local fisherman, fruit stalls, North Shore Shell Museum and D’Coal Pot restaurant.

WINDY HILL (3 miles away)
Head to Stoutts Lookout for a chilled beer with an incredible view over Cane Garden Bay or Banakeet (Heritage Inn) restaurant for one of the best dinner spots to watch the sunset on island.

SOPER’S HOLE MARINA (3.6 miles away)
Here you’ll find West End Ferry Terminal (where you can catch boats to fellow British Virgin Island Jost Van Dyke and US Virgin Islands St John and St Thomas) and a great selection of restaurants (Omar's Coffee House, Omar's Fusion & Pusser's Landing), a well-stocked grocery store, boat charter companies, shops and more.

CANE GARDEN BAY (4.3 miles away)
Cane Garden Bay is a hub of nightlife with plenty of places to eat, drink and be merry. To name a few, there’s Indigo House, Myetts, Elm’s Beach Bar, Paradise Club and Quito’s Gazebo for eating and drinking right on the beach. Many of these also have live music nights and fun events. Bobby’s Marketplace has all the essentials for stocking up on groceries.
For beach activities, there’s plenty of beach bars you can rent a lounger from (or just setup on the sand). The water is calm and clear and underfoot is sandy so it's an excellent place for swimming. If you're feeling adventurous, there is a shipwreck a very short swim out from the North end of the beach which is great to check out with a snorkel. There are also jet skis, paddle boards and kayaks which can be rented along the beach. Callwood’s Rum Distillery is a great place to check out to see a local family business that has been running for over 200 years and to try some of their delicious tipples. *all these amenities mean that the cruise ship passengers come here, so look online for the "BVI cruise ship schedule" to avoid the busier days.