Rent The Perfect Villa:
Mexico & the Caribbean
The ease and fun of gathering your family and friends at a serviced villa stay
is hard to beat… Here are 8 Greats in Mexico & the Caribbean we compiled with our partner - a boutique agency who know each property intimately… down to the towels. Therefore: Guaranteed to be exactly as you see pictured & described.
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Villa Estrella - Punta Mita
Starting at $19,600 per week
5 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms – Sleeps 10
Villa Estrella is a spacious, designer-appointed residence that is as architecturally stunning as it is welcoming. Villa Estrella’s floor plan spans three levels, each of which takes advantage of the Bay of Banderas and Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf course views.
Rate includes: Maid service, Cook, Concierge, Manager, Kitchen assistant/server.
How to get there: Fly into Puerto Vallarta and then 45 minutes north by car to Punta Mita.
Local insight: The thing that strikes one the most about Punta Mita is the absolutely lush, tropical and jungly flora and fauna and all that is wild and natural juxtaposed with an incredibly cultivated and civilized environment. There are two world class golf courses, excellent restaurants, beautiful beaches and endless sporting activities. Head to the beautiful, colonial town of Sayulita with its laid back surf vibe and great shopping for local arts and crafts that are excellent in their style and variety.
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Palm Beach - Mustique
Starting at $45,000 per week
9 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms – Sleeps 17
Located on six beachfront acres overlooking L’Ansecoy Bay, this impressive estate is both dramatic in its setting and architectural facade, yet welcoming and comfortable for its guests. The grand Palladian style residence influenced by Oliver Messel, was built in 1999 and extensively renovated in 2011. The main villa boasts elegant formal living and dining rooms, whilst adjacent sitting room and outdoor verandas offer more casual space for relaxed entertaining. The adjacent, 3 bedroom Palm Beach cottage may be rented in tandem for a larger group or separately.
Rate includes: Staff of 10 including Maids, Chef, Butler, Manager
How to get there: Flights into Barbados and then a connecting flight to Mustique.
Local insight: Be sure not to miss the renowned Tuesday night cocktail party at the Cotton House. Everyone goes and you’ll find a mix of locals and high flying visitors alike, as it’s open to all and a great way to meet fellow islanders.
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Landfall – Barbados
Starting at $27,650 per week
6 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms – Sleeps 12
Landfall is the epitome of laid-back luxury. Resting on the island’s most sought after beachfront, Sandy Lane Beach, its the perfect location for family holidays and entertaining, as well as golfing trips that can take advantage of the world class courses on its doorstep.
Rate includes: Staff of 7: House manager, Butler, Chef, 2 housekeepers, Laundress, Gardener.
How to get there: Direct and connecting flights into Grantley Adams International (GAIA).
Local insight: Enjoy your own private beach or wander down a short way to “stargaze” at the iconic Sandy Lane Hotel beach and restaurants. You have the best of all worlds!
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Hale Hualalai 1 - Hawaii
Starting at $12,600 per week
3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms – Sleeps 6
Located in the exclusive Four Seasons estate at Hualalai, with views to the sea, this lovely 3 bedroom house has a courtyard entrance, welcoming its occupants to the privilege of indoor/outdoor living so integral to the spirit of the islands.
Rate includes: Concierge, Manager, Groundskeeper/Pool Maintenance.
How to get there: Direct flights to Kona (KOA) from California, Seattle and Denver airports or connecting from elsewhere.
Local insight: For a daily fee you can have access to all the resort amenities: Pools, beaches, tennis, golf, marvellous restaurants, kids camp and world class spa and fitness facilities at one of the loveliest resorts we’ve seen.
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Alaya – Barbados
Starting at $175,000 per week
6 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms – Sleeps 12+
Cutting-edge architecture, luxurious interiors, truly personalized service and the finest location all combine to make Alaya the ultimate home in Barbados. You'll find a breathtaking 25,000 sq ft. (2,322 sq m.) of accommodation on 1.75 acres (0.7 Ha) in the quietest, most exclusive location on the Platinum Coast, fronted by a sandy beach and the magnificent Caribbean Sea. With one of the finest master suites in the world and five further suites, a fully equipped gym and two separate apartments in the annex, Alaya has been designed, furnished and tailored to the highest standard.
Rate includes: A full staff including superb chef, butler, maids and houseman, all meals, premium wines & spirits, boat, cars and drivers, etc…
How to get there: Direct flights into Grantley Adams International (GAIA).
Local insight: You’ll never wish to leave once there. It has it all.
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Hawksbill - Grace Bay, Turks & Caicos
Starting at $60,200 per week
10 bedrooms, 10 bathrooms – Sleeps 20
Note: Can be rented as a 5, 6, 8 or 10 bedroom.
The 2 bedroom beach house can be rented separately.
Hawksbill Villa is a 10 bedroom Caribbean estate home spread across a number of separate buildings throughout the 5+ acre site. It was designed as a multi-generational Caribbean retreat for its owners and their family and has a contemporary Caribbean design language that is both transitional and responsive to its client’s individual personalities. The main house accommodates a beautiful, stately Great Room with unrivaled views over Grace Bay.
Rate includes: Chef, Butler, Daily maid service, Concierge, House manager.
How to get there: Direct flights into Providenciales with several major airlines.
Local insight: Hawksbill sits on the most private point on one of the most splendid beaches in the Caribbean. Gorgeous white powder and turquoise sea. Do get a boat for a half day of snorkeling or diving at the third largest barrier reef in the world just a short ride away then keep it for a picnic and swim at Little Water Cay. You may be the only ones on that pristine beach.
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The Beach House – Harbor Island
Starting at $42,000 per week
7 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms - Sleeps 14
Southern Cross was a special family project for the owners. The architect members of the family came from New York and Sydney to Harbor Island to live on site and design and build the house. As a result the careful orientation of the house within the landscape means perfect seasonal breezes and optimum sun and shade in all the living areas indoors and out.
Included in the rate: Breakfast and lunch or dinner prepared for the guests by the in house Chef, Full Concierge service for all activities on the island, Maid service.
How to get there: Fly into Nassau (NAS) and then commercial or charter flight to North Eleuthera (ELH). There are also flights from Miami (Mia) and Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to North Eleuthera. One can also take "Bahamas Ferries" from Nassau to Spanish Wells, Eleuthera to Harbour Island.
Local insight: Insider tip for Harbor Island: have a late lunch at Sip Sip (local jargon for gossip), on Pinks sands beach, for the best lobster quesadillas and great local Bahamian beer, Kalik. You’ll see a mix of locals and “names”. For dinner go to the newly opened “Da Vine” Wine & Sushi Bar, located between the Rock House and Landings, for some of the freshest, creative, delicious fare and knowledgeable staff.
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The Koll Estate – Palmilla, Los Cabos
Starting at $87,500 per week
8+1 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms – Sleeps 18
Note: the 4+1 bedroom main house can be rented separately
Located in the most prestigious spot in the Palmilla resort, this beachfront estate offers a four bedroom plus in the main house, a four bedroom guest house, tennis court, heated infinity pool, fire pit and beautifully landscaped grounds. In addition, the owner has a house next door that can be added for larger parties. No expense or amenity was spared in choosing and building this estate, owned by the original developer of Palmilla, who naturally chose the best location for his personal use. A truly splendid retreat for family or a group of friends.
Rate includes: Daily maid service except Sunday, Manager
How to get there: TGV fast train from Paris in 3 hours. Connecting flights into Marseille and then a 30 minute drive or to Nice, 2 hour drive.
Local insight: Take a stroll down the beach to the One and Only beach bar for great, fresh fish tacos and a Margarita with a view.
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