Saint James, Saint James
Located in the popular Sunset Crest area of Holetown on the west coast of Barbados, this stylish one bedroom apartment provides all the comforts of home. The bedroom has a big, comfortable bed, efficient ceiling fan, a safe and optional AC available for an extra charge, with a separate large shower room. The kitchen is fully equipped with kettle, fridge/freezer, gas stove, microwave, coffee maker and toaster. The lounge has good seating, a television, with overhead fan for your comfort. Dining is alfresco but under cover, overlooking the jaccuzzi.. There are loungers for sunbathing in your personal garden space. Watch humming birds and geckos at work in the garden, and at night you might be lucky enough to spot fireflies in the trees. Listen out for the chorping of crickets and whistling frogs and let them lull to you to sleep with their night song.
Moira's apartment exceeded our expectations! This charming, clean, homey apartment was more spacious than anticipated and had everything we needed and more. Super-comfy king-sized bed, air-conditioning in the bedroom (for an extra $10 US/night but well worth it), fully-equipped kitchen and BBQ for home-cooked meals. The house is on a very quiet street two blocks from the beach and easy walking distance from shops, grocery stores and restaurants. Fabulous private back yard with a covered outdoor living / dining space, splash pool/whirlpool (a godsend on hot days) and beautiful gardens. Moira was wonderful - she lives right next door and checked in on us frequently to make sure all our needs were met. And best of all, the apartment comes with free access to a beach club with a fabulous pool and bar and chaise lounges overlooking the ocean, where you can watch the sun set (beach towels supplied by Moira). Holetown was great - small enough to walk the whole town but lots of fun bars and activities - don't miss the local karaoke night on First Street (Sundays) or the live bands at the Carisma Café (tuesdays and thursdays). Beach access in Barbardos is all open to the public so you can walk the beautiful beaches for miles. I can't wait to go back!
We arrived back on the island after being away on a cruise. Moira was helpful in getting us settled in and we enjoyed the facilities of the property during our 8 day stay.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Cinnamon Cottage. I have some occasional mobility issues, and this house was within easy walking distance to the supermarket, the beach club, lots of restaurants and coffee shops, not to mention the open 24 hours Sandy Crest Medical Centre. Moira is a gracious and accommodating host. She was very helpful if and when we had questions; and we enjoyed our occasional visits. It is very helpful when your VRBO host is also your neighbour! I almost forgot - the plunge pool is a well-maintained and refreshing feature on those days when the Barbados heat gets, well, hot!! We hope to return to Cinnamon Cottage again!