Within a short walk of Brewers Bay Beach, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Cane Garden Bay Beach. The villa includes a private pool, a kitchen, and a balcony.
Tortola Cruise Ship Port - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
Anegada Island - 9 min drive - 4.5 miles
Getting around
Terrance B. Lettsome Intl. Airport (EIS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Banana's Bar & Grill - 3 min drive
Grizzle Meat Chip Schmitzer - 5 min drive
Paradise Club Lounge Bar & Restaurant - 3 min drive
Sushi Bar - 6 min drive
T&D's Sports Bar - 5 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach
Makere Cottage is nestled on Soldier Hill with gentle breezes and breath taking views over Cane Garden Bay, surrounding islands and the Caribbean Sea. Situated within a tropical garden at the end of a short gated drive with a private 20-foot swimming pool and large sun terrace, Makere Cottage represents the ideal retreat in which to relax and unwind.
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The cottage is very spacious and ideal for a couple or single guest. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, views over the bay and plenty of closet space. The large living room is very comfortable with a 3 seater sofa bed, armchair, day bed and dining table and is linked to the master bedroom via an adjoining 10-foot wide covered deck. The kitchen has all modern requirements and connects to the large private bathroom. There are a washing machine and tumble dryer in the nearby pump room.
The private swimming pool is on the same level as the cottage offering a welcome escape from the Caribbean heat. A sun terrace providing a spacious area for both sunbathing and al fresco dining surrounds the pool.
The cottage has been built very much in the ‘Caribbean Style’ with wooden decks, blue shutter windows, white walls and terracotta-tiled floors creating a clean and simple environment. With its positioning up on the hill there is usually a lovely cooling breeze at all times of year.
Makere Cottage is one of two short term holiday rental villas on the property. Both are one bedroom and completely private and separate to one another. They are rented only to couples or single guests to ensure a quiet and peaceful environment on the property. The swimming pool is for the exclusive use of guests staying in Makere Cottage.
Makere House is on the upper level with Makere Cottage below. To reach Makere Cottage you park on the upper level entrance drive and then walk down some stairs (approx. 20 steps) to reach the Cottage and swimming pool.
You will need to hire a 4-wheel drive vehicle on arrival in Tortola. We can provide you with contact details for a local car rental company who will meet you at the airport or ferry terminal and, if arriving after hours, arrange for you to be collected and taken to Makere Cottage where you car will be waiting. We will provide you with directions and a Google Maps Pin with which to find the property.
Our property manager lives nearby and can provide emergency assistance if you need it. Their contact number will be provided with the joining instructions.
The villa is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with a separate bedroom and a dining area. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a private pool, a washing machine, and a coffee maker. Housekeeping is available on request.
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 1,500 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The host will greet guests on arrival
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Note from host: Steep drops from the balcony. Pool unfenced.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock.
Property is also known as
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Villa With Pool Spectacular Views Close to Beaches
Spacious Villa With Pool Spectacular Views Close to Beaches
Frequently asked questions
What can I see within easy reach of this villa?
This villa is located in Brewers Bay within a short 15-minute walk of Brewers Bay Beach. You'll also find Tortola Cruise Ship Port and Cane Garden Bay Beach within a short drive.
Is there parking available at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't offer parking.
Is this villa adjacent to a casino?
No, this villa is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this villa?
No, this villa doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.
What amenities will couples enjoy at Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach?
This waterfront villa offers many amenities for couples such as a private pool, private pools in some villas, as well as an outdoor pool.
Does Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach have a hot tub?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this villa.
Does this villa provide breakfast?
No, this villa doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this villa allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this villa.
Does this villa have connecting rooms?
No, there aren't connecting rooms at this villa.
What is the closest airport to this villa?
The closest major airport to this villa is Terrance B. Lettsome Intl. Airport (EIS), which is 10.1 mi away (33 minutes by car). Another top airport is Spanish Town (VIJ-Virgin Gorda), which is around 14.9 mi away.
Can I book a room with a balcony at Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach?
Yes, every villa at Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean or mountain views.
Makere Cottage - Spacious 1 Bed Villa, 20' Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beach Reviews
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Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 90 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 90 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
8/10 Good
Christine R.
Feb 10, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our stay. The view was amazing!It was very clean and had all the amenities you could ask for, Loved the pool. Especially after a day at the beach it was nice to cool down.A few too many bugs for me… maybe because of the heavy rain.
Christine R.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Aaron S.
Jan 27, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage is in great condition and the views from the top during the day are amazing! Enjoyed morning coffee on the patio over-looking the bay. Tina was a great host too and very responsive. My only warning is to anybody renting a car and driving themselves, just know ahead of time, the roads to the cottage (and many other roads on Tortola) are by far the steepest I have ever driven on and not very wide in many parts as well. I was fine and found it to be enjoyable and part of the adventure, but for anybody who is a timid driver or afraid to drive on steep hills, plan to use taxis for your stay and do not rent a car.
Aaron S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
Kristine E.
Jan 5, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect villa for a quiet stay!
Kristine E.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Pam K., WI
Dec 31, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The view and pool access were clearly worthy of top rating but there are some challenges with staying at Makere. The main one is simply cooking - the kitchen is honestly smaller than the photos make it look and the stove/oven is an ancient gas one with no temperature controls. Grilling was the only real option and with early sunsets and no outside light above grill this was a challenge for us. I will note that we were the last family staying there - this may be less of an issue for couples. Groceries are hard to get - fresher stuff in Road Town (which is very busy) but even there we ended up with some spoiled items despite watching dates closely. Many of the other challenges are part of island life but were a bit worse here than other stays - bugs (had to sleep under the provided mosquito net and one person still had many many bites), water conservation (including having to buy all drinking and cooking water - this was a first for us as prior places provided office cooler type service if not safe), septic issues meaning you had to collect toilet paper, etc. The info in the host book was fairly limited so do some planning before you get there (hosts were helpful when asked questions about where to do specific activities).
Pam K.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Abbe S.
Nov 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Tina was very easy to work with & helpful throughout our planning in Tortola.
Abbe S.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary Jo W.
Oct 5, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was perfect - even better than we expected. The pictures are impressive but can’t adequately capture the astonishing beauty of the views and surrounding area. The location was convenient to beaches, restaurants, marinas, and a well-stocked grocery store. The pool was amazing and so refreshing at the end of hot days spent exploring the island. We also appreciated the option of AC in the bedroom at night, which was hot during the time of year we visited. We loved our time spent on Tortola and can’t say enough good things about Makere Cottage or our hosts. Thank you for sharing your wonderful home in paradise with us!
Mary Jo W.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kimberly A.
Aug 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Hillside Paradise
Quaint cottage nestled among Carribean magnificence.
Kimberly A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Ashton H.
Jul 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Ashton H.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
tammy z.
Jun 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful visit and the stay was lovely!
tammy z.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne G.
May 10, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing property!
The location of this villa was perfect, with amazing views and, as it turned out, closest to our favorite beach ( Brewers Bay) and close to the amenities of Cane Garden Bay where we dined most evenings. The Villa has such an amazing view we chose to cook at home one night and the kitchen is perfectly serviceable. The diving is steep and bumpy all over Tortola so we planned on breakfast at the villa every morning and the coffee maker was great! Coffee and pastry on the deck in the morning was a perfect way to start the day after a good night sleep in a very comfortable bed. The pool and patio were also wonderful and we took a dip with a glass of wine most evenings. It was perfect. Thanks much. We hope to return!
Jeanne G.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
René N., Fayette
May 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
The property is beautiful. The cottage is clean, bright, and comfortable. The view is outstanding. We were very happy to have the pool to cool off after a day of exploration. We truly had a wonderful stay.
René N.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Bree H.
Mar 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Makere Cottage
The cottage was perfect for our family. Spacious and clean one bedroom. Our kids lived in the pool and we couldn't get enough of the balcony view. Location was just far enough away from the ferry for day trips and to go to Cane Gardens for dinner easily and avoid the mid-day cruise crowds.
Bree H.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Russ P.
Mar 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay at Makere overlooking Cane Garden Bay
Beautiful location. Well-appointed cottage with all the amenities you need. Excellent for a couple looking for a relaxing time in Tortola. A short distance to restaurants, beaches and necessities. Exceptional views from the porch to admire Cane Garden Bay below, with St Thomas and St John off in the distance. Having an afternoon pool was a great addition. Our host were always available and provided all details well in advance. Looking forward to another visit someday soon.Russ and Claudia
Russ P.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kassandra J.
Mar 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxation Above Cane Garden Bay
We enjoyed our time at Makere Cottage! The cottage is perfect for a couple offering lots of outdoor spaces, great pool, and lovely vistas. We cooked and used the best outdoor gas grill almost every night. And we never got tired of the view - Cane Garden Bay, Long Bay, and St.John/St. Thomas in the distance. We wished we would have booked the cottage for a few more weeks.
Kassandra J.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sarah T., Cape Cod, MA
Feb 11, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Treasure
Makere Cottage was everything we hoped for during our Caribbean honeymoon! The views are spectacular, the space is private and well equipped, and having the pool on the property is an added bonus! We couldn’t have asked for a better stay!
Sarah T.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Robert E.
Aug 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful stay in Tortola
Makere Cottage was a perfect place to stay. We stayed in Tortola for a month this time and we couldn’t have selected a more perfect home. The property overlooks Cane Garden Bay which is beautiful and its location offers easy access to Road Town, restaurants and beaches. It is very roomy with good size rooms and plenty of closet space. We loved the kitchen and outdoor barbecue and the pool, which you don’t always find in a rental, was perfect. There isn’t anything more we could have asked for.and I recommend it highly.
Robert E.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tara S., Stuart
Apr 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
What a view!
My husband and I spent our 25th anniversary here and couldn't have enjoyed it more, other than staying longer! We traveled around the whole island, visiting amazing cove after amazing cove. The people are very friendly and I was amazed at how clean the beaches were and not many stray animals, which always makes me sad on vacation. Thank you for an amazing cottage and vacation!!
Tara S.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa G.
Mar 19, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Our stay at Makere Cottage was wonderful. The cottage has everything we needed. Plenty of space, well-appointed kitchen, beautiful views, and our daily visitor Tola - the resident friendly and beautiful cat. We spent lazy days at the pool and hours sitting on the porch overlooking Cane Garden Bay. We loved opening all the double doors to allow for indoor/outdoor living. Took us a bit to master driving on the island and to the cottage itself, but once we did, we realized the location was perfect for us. Just a short drive down the hill to Cane Garden Bay and the west side of the island where we discovered beautiful beaches and an assortment of good restaurants. The cottage itself was very clean and we could not have asked for better accommodations. Highly recommend this fantastic rental.
Lisa G.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
8/10 Good
Tom H.
Feb 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Good Location Great View
Makere Cottage is perched high above Cane Garden Bay, which hosts the best group of beach restaurants on the island. The House was clean and stylish and we spent a lot of time on the balcony overlooking the bay. We found everything we needed to prepare our evening meals and clean up afterwards. The pool was a nice addition and was fairly private while the permanent renters were away at work. The walk to the cottage from the drive was a bit precarious especially when carrying heavy luggage down the two flights of stairs but we are in our 60s and could handle it fairly well. The only complaint we had was that the bed was particularly rickety and hard. Other than that I would strongly recommend this beautiful cottage
Tom H.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kevin G.
Feb 11, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
The views from this property were absolutely stunning. I think the balcony overlooking cane bay was our favorite spot. Coffee on the balcony was so soothing for the soul. We would return in a heartbeat.
Kevin G.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael B., Cary
Jan 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable View
We loved our stay at Makere Cottage in the BVI. The view was so beautiful and the cottage was quite spacious. We spent at least a little time each night on the porch looking down on the tranquil setting of Cane Garden Bay. Brewer's Bay was just a short drive down the opposite side of the ridge and it's an even more peaceful and idyllic beach. I'd highly recommend Makere Cottage for the location, comfort, amenities, and the view!
Michael B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dawn T.
Dec 31, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Break 2023
Enjoyed the property and location especially for the amazing sunsets! Easy to navigate to beaches and excursions. Hosts provided lots of info for things to do and points of interest. Would highly recommend to future guests!
Dawn T.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lynne G., Where do you live?
Dec 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
We stayed at Makere cottage in early December 2023. The location is high on a hill above Cane Garden Bay with the most lovely views.
The cottage is simple to get to once you go the first time, but we arrived after dark. Thank goodness for the help from Chaniece at Jerry’s Car rental, who made arrangements to have a cab at the West End ferry to get us to the cottage where a car had been delivered for us.
The cottage is as shown and described in the listing. We were grateful that there was air conditioning available in the bedroom for
sleeping to cut some of the humidity, yet loved the open windows and doors to let in the sea breezes.
Tina, the owner was readily available for any questions and the local property manager quickly took care of getting us a replacement item needed at the cottage.
We love this end of Tortola - the beautiful beaches, views and dining options. Now we have a wonderful place to stay for the next time we return; the views from the covered deck are so amazing! I would highly recommend the Makere cottage.
Lynne G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Timothy C.
Nov 9, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Tortola escape
Beautiful cottage and pool overlooking Cane Garden Bay. Couldn't be better.
Timothy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
David S.
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!!
Such a great place!! The pictures don't do it justice as it is SO much prettier in person!! Very relaxing, great views, tons of outdoor seating. Loved having a pool for the couple of days we needed a break from the beach. The privacy is incredible and love being tucked away like that where you felt like the only people anywhere around there.
Tons of really good places to eat down in Cane Garden Bay. Paradise has some GREAT drink specials every night. Bananakeet was very, very, very good!!
My suggestion for future visitors:
1) Pick up some ice and water on your way to the villa (gallon of water is great for brushing your teeth) and a pack of water bottles is a necessity
2) Bring some paper towels
3) Stop by the market or grocery store first since other than a couple of very small places there is not much around there
4) It can be difficult to find after dark so be sure to factor that in depending on what time you arrive on the island