The Valley, Virgin Gorda
On land littered with elephantine boulders, rustling palm trees, and glorious gardens, Crosswinds Villa is a fully furnished, two bedroom classic Caribbean bungalow just a four-minute walk from the beach at Spring Bay. Simply relax and enjoy the views of Sir Francis Drake Channel from the 1,000 Sq. foot deck, or bathe in the turquoise water along the white sand beaches of Spring Bay, Spring Bay National Park, Little Trunk Bay, Valley Trunk Bay, The Baths and Devil's Bay.....all within walking or snorkeling distance.
The 1,000 Sq. ft. deck is Caribbean living at its best. Partially covered, affording lots of sun and shade places, the west-facing deck is furnished with living room furniture, dining table for 6-10, a large gas grill, chaise lounges, rocking chairs and a spacious hammock. It is all surrounded by potted plants, lush gardens, coconut palm trees, panoramic views, spectacular sunsets, and privacy
Specifically built across the prevailing tradewinds, Crosswinds Villa enjoys natural air conditioning regulated by ample louvered windows on all sides of the house. The cathedral ceilings add to an especially airy feeling. The center of the 1,600 square foot villa is an open living/kitchen/dining area, while two of the en-suite bedrooms are located at opposite ends of the house. A 14' opening to the 1,000 square foot deck pleasantly blurs the lines between inside and outside.
The two bedrooms have screened, louvered windows on 3 sides, allowing these rooms to take full advantage of the Caribbean Tradewinds, rustling palms and balmy nights. Each has its own bathroom with oversize shower, as well as plenty of closet and shelf space. One bedroom has a large table and chair for those not able to leave the laptop at home. The other bedroom has a chair and ottoman for those who can! The tiled bathrooms are difficult to photograph without knocking a wall down but both are of an appropriate size, have modern fixtures and most important, are as clean as a whistle.
This is an amazing property. It is a very short, easy walk or snorkel to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, but the villa and it's expansive, gorgeous grounds made it extra special. The hosts were excellent--friendly and helpful, responsive communicators and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect. It was like having a private concierge. The kitchen was stocked with everything anyone would need to cook a meal. However, we also enjoyed eating at some great restaurants the hosts recommended and made reservations for us at. The island is fairly quiet, but that was exactly what we were looking for. It was such a unique property on such a great spot, we plan to go back every year. This is a very desirable rental, so if you find it available for your dates, grab it right away. It will fill up quickly.
Host is very accommodating and a great communicator, as are the housekeeper and property manager. Location near Spring Bay is outstanding. Gorgeous property; super cool deck overlooking ocean; very comfortable, well equipped and furnished two BR house.
Classic island bungalow for simple living on a large lot with excellent privacy and western views from the expansive lanai
Crosswinds villa is simply lovely and is a real oasis on Virgin Gorda. Chip and Keith are wonderful hosts that think of everything and are exceptionally helpful. They will make you feel welcomed and at home in their beautifully landscaped space that is a true gem. The house is nicely decorated and comfortable with a well stocked kitchen and amenities. All around the home are meticulously landscaped and cared-for grounds that probably look better now - post hurricane - than in the pictures. And you get to enjoy all this from an incredibly large and beautiful deck which opens to the home in a seamless way to allow outdoor living at its best. The western views make for perfect sunsets over the water....oh, and great Spring Bay beach is just a few minutes easy walk. Other reviews mention these things and really we could not have asked for a better place and experience !! We swam/snorkeled every day at the nearby beaches and also went diving and boating from the Spanish Town harbor. While the island of Virgin Gorda is still very much recovering from the hurricanes (more so the north end and Spanish Town) this end of the island is doing well. Thank you so much Chip and Keith, we did not want to leave and we'll definitely be back. !!
After a year's hiatus, the return to Crosswinds was a joy ! Despite the devastation of the prior year's hurricanes, the property still is immaculate and pristine, more beautiful than before, set above the most beautiful beach in the world. Would, without hesitation, recommend Crosswinds as the place to be, in Nature's Paradise ! Jim and Keith
For those who would like a quiet, lovely vacation, Crosswinds is your must stay destination. When we arrived, Keith met us at the front door. We felt that he was our own personal concierge! He is a wealth of knowledge about places to eat and things to do on the island. The accommodations are superb. Nice firm beds and a deck with a view that is unmatched. The home is cleaned daily by two wonderful local ladies. They too are extremely pleasant. Spring Bay beach is just a very short walk from Crosswinds. Thank you Keith so much for such a wonderful holiday. It has been a real treat! Tom &Kim Hauptman and family Billings, MT
This was our sixth stay at Crosswinds, and it once again it was a perfect home away from home. The house is beautiful and has all of the accommodations you may need on vacation. As many other reviewers state, we lived on the deck, as it really is the most wonderful place to relax at the end of the day and enjoy the views of the island. The island is returning to normal, and now is a perfect time to visit! All of the grocery stores are well stocked, and the restaurants are open (we spent several nights at Coco Maya and more than a few afternoons at hog heaven). The beaches are still beautiful and we were often the only people on them. I was so glad to see the progress being made in VG, and look forward to our next stay at Crosswinds!
This was a very special 2 bedroom unit with a centrally located living/dining/kitchen. Nice privacy. Exceptional in terms of amenities and nicely decorated. Huge second story deck with a view toward Beef Island and Tortola. Perfect for two couples. Just an easy walk down to the beach, very near the Baths. One of the nicer beaches on the planet, beautiful sand and magnificent granite batholiths. Close enough to Spanish Town to walk to dinner or the grocery, if you're so inclined. Chip and Keith were super hosts, very gracious and helpful and great communicators. I recommend their property highly. Virgin Gorda is recovering from the terrible storms of 2017 and it's a good time to return, if you were wondering
We were most fortunate to connect with Chip and Keith and their spectacular property Crosswinds after our usual rental on Spring Bay was damaged by Irma. If you are a long-time Virgin Gorda visitor or if you are checking it out for the first time, do not hesitate to consider staying in this incredible home. The outdoor living space is the heart of this home, and the panoramic view of the Sir Francis Drake channel is a wondrous daily sight. And oh, the sunsets! When you manage to get out of the deck hammock and go inside, you find a well-appointed and stocked kitchen, and a most comfortable indoor space including private bedrooms with tasteful furnishings and linens, and modern baths. Housekeeping is flawless. A highlight during our stay was a most gracious tour of the grounds and gardens by the longtime groundskeeper, who shared his knowledge and love of the natural world with us. The walk from the house to beautiful Spring Bay is a 3-minute floral feast for the senses, and there is easy access to several adjacent beaches, all stunning. Warm thanks to owners Keith and Chip, who were most attentive to our needs, and who reflect the friendliness of the people of this Island Paradise, Virgin Gorda.
We've vacationed annually on Virgin Gorda for 30 years - and even though we'd not stayed at Crosswinds, we'd had the pleasure of meeting Chip and Keith and visiting their beautiful home. Sadly, Hurricane Irma damaged many homes on the island; including our usual villa. With that unavailable to us, Chip and Keith came to our rescue and saved our vacation plans. Their house is EXACTLY as described in the other reviews; it's clean, well-maintained, has an incredible, lovely deck and beautiful grounds. Chip and Keith are excellent hosts and their dedicated staff spoiled us with their many kindnesses during our stay. The house is tastefully furnished, comfortable in every way; with a kitchen more than well-equipped. Only a few restaurants are open on the island right now, so we put the kitchen to great use and enjoyed meals from a deck that offers panoramic views of Spring Bay/Sir Francis Drake Channel and the islands beyond. We LIVED on the deck! Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all enjoyed there. Crosswinds bedrooms are well-furnished and comfortable - as are both bathrooms. Chip and Keith are gracious hosts who made sure our stay was one we'll remember gratefully and fondly! If you are coming to Virgin Gorda for the first time, or the 30th, we would highly recommend Crosswinds - it was everything we could ask for and more.
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