Short Description
Spyglass Hill House-Chic, modern hilltop villa w/AMAZING views, close to surf & bars in West End
Description
If you're looking for breathtaking views, a flawlessly rebuilt villa & a private, idyllic location then Spyglass Hill House is yours.
The stunning vantage point showcases the Sir Francis Drake Channel to the South with its silent display of boats drifting past, & majestic neighbour island Jost Van Dyke to the North. Under 15 mins from various white-sand beaches & local bars - the perfect blend of seclusion & convenience
Remember to follow our socials @villasoftortola for all things BVI!
Space
LIVING AREAS:
Newly rebuilt, everything is light, bright and fresh with an elegant beach-chic feeling.
The easy open plan layout makes for a sociable and relaxing stay for friends or family. In the kitchen you'll find top notch appliances, fixtures and fittings and clean white surfaces adding a luxurious feel to the space. Cooking is a joy in this kitchen, and even washing up is enjoyable as you'll have sweeping azure views from the sink. Meals can be eaten at the breakfast bar, indoor or outdoor dining tables. There is plenty of comfy seating in the living room and if you can bear to tear your eyes away from the views, there's a wall-mounted SmartTV. You'll also find a laundry room with washer and dryer.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS:
The three spacious air-conditioned bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are impeccably finished with heavy glass sliding doors showcasing the views from sunrise to sunset, while the dark wood-louvred windows allow the hilltop breezes to flow while providing a private cooling shade
1&2) 2 of the bedrooms are in the main house making it a great option for parents needing to be close to young children.
3) The 3rd bedroom is in a separate pavilion and has a wonderful little private balcony and 2 twins that can alternatively be made up as a king.
STEP OUTSIDE:
A loggia off the living room provides shade for 2 teak sun-loungers and the outdoor dining and seating arrangements. These can easily be moved onto an adjacent concrete area or further down the garden to catch some rays...feel free to move around to make the most of the views and weather at any time of day!
A propane BBQ tops off the outdoor dining space for enjoying a grilled feast with those panoramic views. It's a truly magical spot to watch the sun sink below the horizon and set the sky alight.
Access
Guests have sole access to the entire property.
Notes
💨 AC: There is both AC & ceiling fans throughout
🧹 HOUSEKEEPING: is once midweek
📶 WIFI: There is Wifi throughout
🅿️ PARKING: There is driveway parking for your convenience - no heavy slog with grocery bags or suitcases!
Neighborhood
🏄♀️🍴 APPLE BAY (0.7 miles away)
A little village with world-class winter surf and a handful of bars and restaurants (Sebastian’s Seaside Grille, Sugar Mill, Tramonti) for all occasions.
🥭🍴CARROT BAY (1.5 miles away)
A charming village where you'll find local fisherman, fruit stalls, North Shore Shell Museum and D’Coal Pot restaurant.
🏖️🍴🎾LONG BAY (1.2 miles away)
At Long Bay you’ll find a mile-long stretch of white sand and turquoise waters and a selection of beachfront refreshment options - 1748 Restaurant, Tropical Fusion, Johnny’s Beach Bar and 1748 Coffee Shop. If you’re feeling energetic enquire with Long Bay Resort to purchase passes to the gym, tennis & pickle-ball courts. You can also purchase a pool pass for the day ($100 pp incl $75 food & beverage credit & access to the pool. Under 12's are free). There's also a spa for a little pampering.
🏖️🍴SMUGGLER’S COVE (2.3 miles away)
Smuggler’s Cove is idyllic and perfectly sheltered by its vibrant reef which provides sensational snorkeling and is home to Patricia’s laid-back beach bar. *cruise ship passengers sometimes come here so look online for the "BVI cruise ship schedule" to avoid the busier days.
⛴️🍴🛒SOPER’S HOLE MARINA (2.4 miles away)
Here you’ll find West End Ferry Terminal (where you can catch boats to fellow British Virgin Island Jost Van Dyke and US Virgin Islands St John and St Thomas) and a great selection of restaurants (Omar's Coffee House, Omar's Fusion, Pusser's Landing & Admiral pub), a well-stocked grocery store, boat charter companies, shops and more.
🍴WINDY HILL (2.5 miles away)
Head to Stoutts Lookout for a chilled beer with an incredible view over the bay or Banakeet (Heritage Inn) restaurant for one of the best dinner spots to watch the sunset on island.
🏖️ 🛒💃 🍴CANE GARDEN BAY (3.7 miles away)
The buzziest beach on island, you'll find a whole variety of Restaurants and Bars (Indigo Beach House, Elms, Paradise Bar, Myett's plus many more) lining the water. You'll also find a small grocery store, a white sand beach with calm swimming and options for watersports and Callwood's Rum Distillery. *all these amenities mean that the cruise ship passengers come here, so look online for the "BVI cruise ship schedule" to avoid the busier days.
Interaction
✅ PRE-ARRIVAL:
Just after booking, The Villas of Tortola team will email you a short pre-arrival form & our digital island guidebook. We’ll make sure you have everything you need including directions to your villa, recommended car rentals and taxis, check-in options, online provisioning & much, much more. Plus, loads of tips, tricks, suggestions and personal recommendations for all things Tortola.
👋 CHECK IN:
Our role is to make sure that the property is always in tip-top condition and that you have the best vacation possible. Tortola is our home, we know our villas inside-out and we are happy to answer any questions you may have about the property ahead of time.
We’re nearby if you need us for anything but we’re unobtrusive...just contact us by phone, text or email and we’ll be happy to help with any request.
😍 WE WORK DOUBLE-TIME TO MAKE SURE YOU ENJOY "ISLAND TIME"!
Transit
✈️ TERRANCE B. LETTSOME AIRPORT (EIS) (17.6 miles away)
is on Beef Island in the East End of Tortola (connected by bridge). It’s the only airport on Tortola and where you'll fly into.
⛴️ WEST END FERRY HARBOUR (2.5 miles away)
The closest place to catch a ferry to connect you to the US Virgin Islands (St Thomas & St John) and fellow BVI Jost Van Dyke
🚗 Although there are ferries to connect you to other islands, the public transport in Tortola is basically non-existent and there’s so much to go and see but taxis add up quickly. Tortola is only 14 miles long by 3 miles at its widest, but it’s a mountainous island and the roads can be quite rugged. We can help you to reserve a 4WD SUV or direct you to recommended local car rental companies who understand that good 4WD vehicles are mandatory to explore with confidence. They can offer delivery to your port of entry or villa (we can help organise you a taxi to take you to the property) & carry a selection of cars & jeeps. Jerry's Car Rental is our favourite and the easiest car rental company to work with online.
