Luxurious Oceanfront Villa with Stunning Views Over Montserrat

Falmouth Harbour, Antigua
$527 avg/night Minimum Stay 6 Nights
Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Villa

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 6 nights

Min Stay

Shell Villa is tucked away inside Turtle Bay on the south coast of Antigua, just west of Falmouth Harbour. Enjoy utter privacy and quiet as you sit on its large ocean-front deck and gaze at the spectacular sunsets over gently smoking Montserrat. Surrounded by stunning vistas of ocean and the gentle slopes surrounding Rendezvous Bay, not a single building mars the view - a very private piece of paradise.

Shell Villa has been approved by the Government as COVID compliant.

Guestswill be met at the airport by Valentino, who will drive you to the Villa, or guide you if you hire a car. The property has four double bedrooms, all with air conditioning and ensuite bathrooms. Beds can be made up as king size or full size twins as preferred. The fifth bedroom has full size bunk beds. Shell Villa has a large kitchen with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and a spacious living/dining area with high speed internet. Shell Cottage has a living room with porch and a small kichenette with half bath.

The Villa is fully equipped and furnished and has weekly garden, pool and maid service. The gardens and pool (with sun deck and barbecue) are planted with gorgeous bougainvillaea, hibiscus, and palms.

Self sustaining and environmentally friendly, Shell Villa has solar panels with a backup generator and also has mains electricity. Voltage is US style 110/60 cycles. Additionally, its large water cistern enables you to enjoy pure rainwater for drinking, showering etc.

The gentle lap of waves on the shore lulls you to sleep, and greets you again as you wake to that wonderful Caribbean morning light. A short stroll along Turtle Bay there is a small pebble beach with sea shells and sea birds aplenty.

The Villa and the Cottage feature original art works by Jenny Freestone, co-owner with her husband, David. Jenny is a well-known printmaker whose work is exhibited in a number of art collections in the US, including the Library of Congress. Original water colours of local scenes were painted by her when the family lived in Antigua in the ‘80s. See further www.jennyfreestone.com

From 2022 Shell Cottage is also available to rent with Shell Villa. .WE DO NOT RENT THE COTTAGE SEPARATELY FROM THE VILLA. It has two bedrooms on the second floor with outstanding views across Turtle Bay to Rendezvous. The master bedroom has ensuite access and the second bedroom is a bunk room with two full size single bunks and shared access to the bathroom. On the ground floor there is an airy living room with open porch and sun deck as well as WC and kitchenette with fridge microwave and toaster. It is a hop and a skip to the pool and sun deck of the main villa which has a full size well-equipped, chef grade kitchen and dining capacity for 10. The use of Shell Cottage will not be available to parties of six or less without the payment of $200 per night supplement (contact the owners direct)

While the time you spend at the villa ensures quiet seclusion, there is plenty to do in the nearby environment. Falmouth Harbour and Nelsons Dockyard in English Harbour (a UNESCO World Heritage site) are a five-minute drive from the villa. They are visited by some of the most fabulous yachts in the world - catch them with binoculars as they majestically sail across the ocean view from Shell Villa.The constant flow of private yachts, their crew and guests, ensure a lively social scene and a plentiful supply of excellent restaurants, cafes and bars in these harbours.

For those who are athletic, more adventurous and energetic, there are some spectacular walks along the coast to totally deserted beaches, and wonderful views from some of the historic ruins around English Harbour and Shirley Heights. There are also tennis and squash courts nearby. as well as horseriding, scuba-diving and sailing.

The base minimum daily rate for the Villa - which varies depending on the season - is for two guests only. All additional guests are $99 per person per night extra. In addition, the Government of Antigua and Barbuda charges 17% sales tax on Villa rentals and since Jan 2022 has imposed a head tax of $5 per person per night for all guests over 6 years old.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    1 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Humane Treatment Of Captive Wild Animals Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden
  • POOL/SPA

    Private Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Hiking Nearby Parasailing Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Swimming Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Ocean Near The Sea On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping Local Meal Delivery Service Phone Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Designated Smoking Areas Front Entrance Ramp If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Note From Host: Please Do Not Smoke Inside The House. Stair-free Path To Entrance Tile Flooring In Public Areas Well-lit Path To Entrance Wheelchair Accessible Wheelchair-accessible Parking Wheelchair-accessible Pool

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Stuart

    Submitted Mar 2, 2020

    Stayed Feb 20, 2020

    Amazing sunsets and views. Nothing better than waking up in the morning in this gorgeous spot and opening all the windows and shutters to listen to the waves roll in on the beach.

  • Warwick T.

    Submitted Feb 18, 2026

    Stayed Feb 1, 2026

    A paradisal villa. Absolutely stunning views, even better than the pictures! We always had fresh sea breezes (didn't need to use the aircon at all), and there's plenty of shade for lazing all day long. There's a well-equipped kitchen too. Claire (housekeeper) was always available for any queries, and couldn't have been more helpful. All in all, a magical stay. Highly recommended.

  • Jennifer L.

    Submitted Jan 13, 2026

    Stayed Jan 1, 2026

    10! Rent this villa! Clare and Nathan have every detail perfectly attended to! They are available all the time! The villa has amazing sunsets and a great kitchen and restaurants are close! This was the best villa we have stayed at. The birthday celebrations were breathtaking and my best friend was in tears on arrival because Clare had decorated it beautifully and provided champagne and cake!!! We will be back. Thank for the best week of our lives!!!

  • Tracy B.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    We had an amazing time at Shell Villa and it took our breath away when we arrived. The views, the decor, the open air living, everything. It was perfect for our family. We especially loved the outdoor eating area where we could begin our days together and plan our excursions. Then end our days around the pool, cooking out or just relaxing and watching the sun set. Valentino picked us up and was so incredibly welcoming and shared some wonderful information about the island on the drive to Shell Villa. Then we were greeted by Clare and Nathan who gave us a wonderful tour of the house and were super responsive during the week if we had any questions. This is an amazing property and we'd come back!

  • Adam D.

    Submitted Mar 14, 2025

    Stayed Mar 7, 2025

    We had a great stay at Shell Villa! The owners, David and Jenny, were very responsive when setting up our stay. The property managers, Nathan and Clare, did an outstanding job responding to any questions we had during our stay. We really enjoyed the pool and watching the yachts and sailboats come in and out of Falmouth Harbour. Great accomodations that meet your expectations!.

  • Chris K.

    Submitted Dec 1, 2024

    Stayed Nov 23, 2024

    From the booking process to the communication from Jenny and David and all the way through leaving the island was perfect. Valentino greeted us as the airport and was a wealth of knowledge. Clare and Nathan welcomed us at the home and gave us additional guidance which helped greatly. While driving was unique, the rental jeeps got us across the island. The home was perfectly located, no more than 35 minutes from anything and had everything we needed. The pool was used every day and the views were unimaginable each and every night. Highly recommend staying at Shell Villa and if we return, we will look here first. Thank you again to everyone, it was a perfect holiday because of the attention by all involved. Only bad part was returning to 22-degree Fahrenheit back in the states. Chris

  • Paul V.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2024

    Stayed Jul 31, 2024

    Everything about our stay at Shell Villa was fantastic. Great snorkeling, swimming, hiking, cooking, grilling, sleeping, resting, and visiting. Amazing star gazing, We were treated to Venus rising each evening and the beginnings of the Perseid meteor showers with shooting starts galore! Sunsets and shady cool mornings on the deck in the luscious tropical garden. The humming birds hummed as the ocean birds flew overhead and Montserrat floated over the horizon. Kitchen well stocked and open, perfect for families like us who don't like to eat out much. We had a couple of normal small minor issues and rental team was very speedy in response. All communication was swift and articulate. House is nicely renovated and new feeling. Nothing about this property rental disappointed! Thank you Jenny and David, and thanks also to Nathan and Clare!

  • Atley H.

    Submitted Aug 2, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    The best thing about this property is I walked in and immediately felt comfortable. I had the most relaxing vacation ever here. We will be back!!!!

  • Celia B.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 6, 2024

    The villa was better than in the pictures and accomodated us well. Very well equipped with everything you could possibly need and more. Very responsive manager, nothing too much trouble.

  • Shaleen D.

    Submitted Mar 25, 2024

    Stayed Mar 13, 2024

    We were at Shell Villa for 9 days with some friends and our infant son. The highlight of this property is its location and its views! Every day you get greeted with some amazing views of either Montserrat or the many sailboats that cruise through. David & Jenny were super communicative and provided us with copious amounts of information to prepare us for a seamless stay. Once on the ground,Clare and Nath were amazing local contacts who went above the call of duty to ensure a memorable stay. Can't recommend Shell Villa enough! We would definitely return.

  • Cindy S.

    Submitted Mar 15, 2024

    Stayed Feb 24, 2024

    Shell Villa is the perfect getaway ! Accommodations were exactly as described - well appointed kitchen with all the basic needs and then some. Appreciated a few first thing in the morning necessities provided at our arrival, as well as spices and condiments present/left for our use. The villa was exceptionally clean. The opportunity to have open air and a view of the sea all day (til the evening bugs arrived) was refreshing. Daily visits and feeding the bananquits and grackles, watching the ship/yacht activity ( phone app Boat Watch-Ship Tracking), the evening sounds of the frogs and the gentle roll of the tides all soothed our souls. A very peaceful, quiet spot. Roads in are pretty rough - be prepared and take your time driving in - we avoided night driving. Nathan, Clare and Shervon all made us feel welcome and were quick to respond to our questions/requests. It was the best time !

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