Location: Woodlands, Montserrat, West Indies, Caribbean
Accommodation: 5 bedroom, 4 1/2 bath villa which accommodates up to 10 guests.
Silk Cotton Villa is a lovely, secluded, private villa located in the desirable and sought after area of Woodlands, Montserrat. The property was built in 1991 and has approximately 5,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor living space. The property was designed to provide breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea from virtually all its rooms. The villa sits on 1.3 acres of beautifully landscaped lawn and garden, featuring flowering plants and towering palm trees. In season, trees on the property produce avocados, grapefruit, orange, lime, mango, cherry, guava, coconut, star fruit and bananas. The private road accommodates only three villas, ensuring privacy and tranquility. At almost all times of the year, the constant and cooling trade winds contribute to the island's idyllic climate.
On the upper level, there is a 32' by 15' swimming pool surrounded by a large deck from which to take in gorgeous sunsets while sipping a cool drink. Adjacent to the pool is an outdoor gallery which spans the length of the house and offers outdoor dining as well as reading books at each end. On this level are the living room, dining room, kitchen, two en-suite bedrooms with Air con and a powder room.
The property has high speed Fibre broadband and WiFi all around including the garden and pool deck. Average speed up to a 100 meg up and 30 meg down. Perfect for any working professional.
The property is also equipped with Sonos speakers. Sonos1 SL in each of the rooms on the upper level. Two sonos lamp speakers in the lower main bedroom. One in the living room on the lower level and also one on the pool deck. This allow guest to play music in separate rooms, but also allow guest the ability to merge all the speakers together as one stereo system.
The property has Alexa automation. This allow guest the ability to play music or request information using voice commands by saying ( Alexa and then the required request).
The kitchen is modern and well equipped, for those who love to cook and there are Montserrat cookbooks for those who wish to try recipes authentic to the local cuisine.
When guests numbers are more than four, the lower level is available and offers three more bedrooms. One ensuite with one queen size bed and AC .Another bedroom with two queen size beds with AC and the other with a queen size bed and adjacent bathroom.There is also a family TV room, sitting area with piano and breakfast bar.
Off the lower level patio, there is a laundry area with washer and dryer for guests use.
Amenities include maid service, pool service, security safe, external Cctv, fibre broadband, Wi-Fi, Sonos speakers, Alexa studio and echo smart speakers, Hammock, swing, barbecue grill (one smart TV in the living room and one in family room on the lower level), and all linens.
USEFUL INFORMATION:*Arrive in Montserrat from Antigua by small aircraft, which offer regular service.*Pick-up at the airport may be arranged through owner for transport to the villa.*Rental cars may also be arranged through owner's Property Manager.*Electrical service is 110 volts.*Household water comes from pure, underground springs and is as refreshing as it is safe.*A digital manual is available.
Island activities include nearby black sand beaches, hiking, boating, fishing, tennis,Golf,snorkeling, and deep sea diving. Of unique interest is the Soufriere Hills volcano which began its current stage of geologic activity with an eruption in June 1995. Scientists now consider the volcano dormant and there are opportunities to tour affected areas. A visit to the Montserrat Volcano Observatory offers close-up views of the volcano, guided tours, videos, and scientific and historic information.
***Renters assume full responsibility for pool and personal safety.***Take care when standing under the coconut trees. The coconuts drop without warning.
