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Great River House
Montego Bay, Jamaica
5Br, 5.5Ba (5 Ensuite), Pool, 7000 sq. ft.
Villa Description
The property features mature trees including fine citrus and pimento trees together with flowering plants, shrubs and royal palms gently lit in the evening to create a private, secluded, romantic environment. The entire property is fenced and entered through wrought iron gates ensuring complete privacy at all times.
There is a formal hard surface tennis court, north/south facing with wind screens on the west side of the property. Many grassy areas are readily available for outdoor games with badminton and croquet equipment supplied.
Designed in 1956 by one of Delaware’s leading architects for the original owner, a prominent member of the Dupont family, Great River House’s complete 2007 renovation by well known modernist architect Tom Reid combines elegant ambiance, stunning expanse, state of the art technology (including internet, wireless and cable TV) with a practical layout.
The 7,500 square foot home is filled with original island crafted mahogany furniture preserving the old Jamaican great house feel yet incorporating modern designer fabric, Kohler-designed en-suite bathrooms complete with water tiles, two ½ baths, one on the upper and one on the lower level a chef’s kitchen and a large Entertainment/Library/Game room with a 32” flat screen TV and DVD opening to the tropical property.
Elegant candlelight dinners are served in a formal (air conditioned) dining room or outside under the stars on the large stone deck surrounding the extraordinary serpentine, infinity edged pool. Extensive artwork by famous illustrator Arthur Taylor, George Rodrique and original botanical and Jamaican watercolors and oils create an interesting and peaceful atmosphere throughout the house.
The villa is entered through a carved mahogany front door opening to a large living room with views through to the Caribbean Sea. This in turn leads to an extensive covered veranda focusing on indoor/outdoor living so much a part of Jamaican life. The new serpentine, infinity-edged pool with waterfall, fountain and children’s area is but two steps down from the living area and is surrounded by a 2,400 square foot stone deck with nooks and crannies for relaxing. In addition, a flower filled side courtyard complete with outdoor shower offers a retreat for relaxing and rejuvenating spa treatments.
Throughout the day and evening the Great River valley breezes and trade winds create a gentle, tropical environment.
Combining tradition and innovation each of the five bedrooms and en-suite baths is filled with custom made island furniture accented with well known designer fabrics, fluffy towels, pillows and fine linens as well as good sized closets and chests for clothes. Four bedrooms radiate from the living core of the house.
The fifth bedroom and bath has its own low-walled terrace complete with seating and access to the tennis court and expansive gardens on the lower level near the entertainment/ games area and powder room. Configurations of the bedrooms are king beds in three with the remaining two having twins which may be combined into kings. A pull out twin sleeper/sofa is available in one of the bedrooms.
Bedroom / Bathroom Description
Bedroom 1 (Owner's Suite): Sleeps 2, King bed (Master suite when renting 5 bedrooms), En-suite shower, TV, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Phone, Window screen
Bedroom 2: Sleeps 2, King bed (Master suite when renting 4 bedrooms or less), En-suite shower, Air conditioning, IPod dock with clock, Ceiling fan, Phone, Window screen
Bedroom 3: Sleeps: 2, 2 Twin beds (can be pushed together into a king), Pull out bed, En-suite shower, Air conditioning, Ceiling fan, Phone, Window screen
Bedroom 4: Sleeps: 2, Twin bed and a couch with pull out Twin bed, En-suite shower/tub, Air conditioning, IPod dock with clock, Ceiling fan, Phone, Window screen
Bedroom 5: Sleeps: 2, King bed in the lower level that opens out to a patio, En-suite shower, Air conditioning, IPod dock with clock, Ceiling fan, Phone, Window screen
Features & Amenities
- Alarm system linked to central security company
- Cable TV
- DVD Player
- Central house sound system including CD and IPod connections
- Free wireless internet
- Telephone
- Washing machine/dryer
- Baby crib and high chair available at additional cost
- Air conditioning units in the bedrooms, Entertainment room, Dining room and Kitchen
- Ceiling fans
- Kitchen: Blender, Microwave, Toaster, Coffee maker, Juicer, Dishwasher, Coffee grinder
Outdoor Features
- Pool – 48 feet in length, 6.5 feet deep
- Outdoor shower
- Children’s area in pool
- Pool floats
- Croquet
- Badminton
- Beach chairs and loungers (stay on the pool deck)
- BBQ is a Jerk Drum for fabulous Jamaican jerk foods
- Fire pit
Staff & Services Included
- Staff: 2 Housekeepers,Gourmet Chef who also gives cooking lessons if guest so desire, 2 Gardeners, Security
- Laundress can be brought in for parties of 5 or more. Otherwise housekeepers serve as laundress
- Full time butler who acts as concierge
Villa Policies
- Maximum 10 guests
- Children Welcome
- Non Smoking Villa
- Pets are not allowed
- Gratuities to staff are not included
- Gratuity - 15% during low season
- Guests are not to use the kitchen at the villa
Getting There
Transfers from the airport are available in Car/Van starting at approximately $40USD.
Location
- 20 minutes to Sanster airport
- 15 minutes to Montego Bay town
- 5 minutes to the Round Hill beach
Additional Information
- Spa services are available on site
- Waters sports and boat charters are available on request
- Pre stocking is available on request with 2 weeks notice and at additional cost
- Guests are not allowed to cook at the house, pre planned menus can be provided
- Meal plans are available at an additional cost and with 7 days notice
- Rental includes a Membership at the world famous classic Resort Round Hill which has it’s own private beach. There is no additional charge to use Round Hill facilities, however food, drinks, spa treatments and other services are at additional cost.
Villa Features
- Staff
- Butler, Chef, 2 Gardeners, 2 Housekeepers
- Bedrooms
- 3 King Beds, 2 King Beds - Twins Pushed Together
- Pool
- Pool
- Villa Features
- Air-Conditioning, TV, CD Player, DVD Player, Ceiling Fans, Washer, Dryer, Alfresco Showers, Wireless Internet Access, Dishwasher, iPod Docking Station, Microwave
- Leisure Amenities
- Badminton, Croquet, Tennis Court, Sound System , Spa Treatments
- Distances
- 5 Minute Drive to Beach
15 Minute Drive to Town
20 Minute Drive to Airport
15 Minute Drive to Golf Course
- 5 Minute Drive to Beach
Prices
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Per night
- - 10 % Gratuity Fee not included
- - Additional taxes may apply
- - Actual exchange rate may vary
- - Security Deposit :$ 1000
- - All rates and villa details are subject to change without notice.
- - Holiday rates vary.
- - Rates are based on double occupancy.
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