beach house cottage
Cliff House Studio is a modern, stylish & well-equipped apartment. Set into the cliff face above Apple Bay, you’ll have panoramic views of the Caribbean ocean & neighbour islands.
In winter, you’ll find world-class surf at your doorstep & in summer, crystal waters for snorkeling over the reef. Plus, a handful of popular local bars & restaurants are just a few mins walk away. For style, ease & island bliss, this is the one!
Our team at Villas of Tortola would love to welcome you!
The studio really makes the most of the amazing azure views. Windows that run almost the entire length of the space frame neighbouring islands Jost Van Dyke and Sandy Cay as well as Carrot Bay and the the North shore. The vantage point from the cliff face gives you a bird’s eye view and everything looks close enough to touch.
LIVING AREAS
Cliff House One Studio has its own separate entrance accessed from the driveway of the main house . A few steps from the driveway and through a wooden door for privacy, you’ll arrive into a small entryway with one side open to the ocean breezes.
Through the sliding glass entrance doors, you’ll be struck by the light, bright and stylish maritime-style decor and those incredible views. The kitchen area is first with amenities perfect for simple self-catering including a fridge & freezer, built-in cooktop and microwave. A little breakfast bar area with high stools overlooks the waves rolling below.
BEDROOM & BATHROOM
The studio has the perfect balance of convenience and spaciousness, with plenty of room for a king size bed (which overlooks the ocean) and a walk-in closet. Custom wood banquettes and cabinetry add to the feeling of being on a boat but without the seasickness! And even the bathroom has a lovely shower overlooking the deep blue. AC and wifi tick the remaining boxes to make this apartment an ideal base for any carefree vacation, with or without a car.
*The main house (Cliff House One) above has a separate entrance & there are no communal areas so there is complete privacy & no interaction with these potential guests.
AC: The 3 bedrooms are air-conditioned, the sun-room is not but the AC from either adjacent bedroom cools it down easily with the door left ajar. There are also ceiling fans throughout the house.
HOUSEKEEPING: is once weekly. All linen and towels will be changed and a general cleaning will be done. Daily housecleaning can be arranged at your own expense.
PARKING: The Villa has a driveway with room for 1 car & roadside parking for 2 more in front of the house – so no long drag with luggage and shopping.
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 & taxis, check-in options, online provisioning & much, much more. Plus, loads of tips, tricks, suggestions & personal recommendations for all things Tortola. And we’re here to assist with all of this too!
CHECK IN:
Our role is to make sure that the property is always in tip-top condition & that you have the best vacation possible. Tortola is our home, we know our villas inside-out & we’re 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 & we’ll be happy to help with any request.
Neighborhood
APPLE BAY (on your doorstep)
A charming little village in the West End of Tortola with world class surf, and you will be within walking distance of a selection of wonderful restaurants. Nardie’s Beach Bar at Sebastians on the Beach is just a minutes walk away and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. It also has a special weekend brunch menu and can be a lively spot to spend a Thursday or Saturday night as they host Bingo and Karaoke. The Sugar Mill is a beautiful upscale boutique hotel, just a short oceanfront quarter mile walk away. The main restaurant opens for candlelit dinners and its stylish sister Tramonti is open for breakfast and lunch with a beachfront position.
LONG BAY (0.3 miles away)
At Long Bay you’ll find a mile-long stretch of white sand & turquoise waters & a selection of beachfront refreshment options – 1748 Restaurant, Tropical Fusion, Johnny’s Beach Bar & 1748 Coffee Shop. If you’re feeling energetic there’s Long Bay Beach Resort’s Tennis & Pickleball courts. A day pass will buy you hours of fun! Gym passes also available as well as a spa for a little pampering. 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)
CARROT BAY (1 mile away)
A charming village where you’ll find local fisherman, fruit stalls, North Shore Shell Museum and D’Coal Pot restaurant.
SMUGGLER’S COVE (1.3 miles away)
Smuggler’s Cove is idyllic & perfectly sheltered by its vibrant reef which provides sensational snorkeling & 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.
WINDY HILL (1.8 miles away)
Head to Stoutt’s Lookout for a chilled beer with an incredible view over the bay or Bananakeet (Heritage Inn) restaurant for one of the best dinner spots to watch the sunset on island.
SOPER’S HOLE MARINA (2.4 miles away)
Here you’ll find a great selection of restaurants (Omar’s Coffee House, Omar’s Fusion, Admiral’s Pub & Pusser’s Landing), a well-stocked grocery store, boat charter companies, shops, Driftwood Spa & more. West End Ferry Terminal is opposite (where you can catch ferries & water taxis to fellow British Virgin Island Jost Van Dyke and US Virgin Islands St John & St Thomas). Enquire with Soper’s Hole Marina & Lighthouse Marina for dock space if you have a boat.
CANE GARDEN BAY (3.1 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 white sand beach with calm swimming and options for watersports. *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.
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
ROAD TOWN FERRY TERMINAL
Here you can catch ferries to the US Virgin Islands (St Thomas) and fellow British Virgin Islands (Anegada & Virgin Gorda)
SOPER’S HOLE MARINA, LIGHTHOUSE MARINA & NANNY CAY MARINA
Arriving by boat & looking for dock space? Try these marinas nearby.
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.
RATES
January 4-April 25 2026 [5nt minimum]
$280/nt (1-2 guests)
April 26-December 17 2026 [5nt minimum]
$220/nt (1-2 guests)
December 18-January 3 2027 [5nt minimum]
$310/nt (1-2 guests)
Please add on 10% Hotel Tax & 3% Service Fee
$300 Refundable Damage Deposit
