Scottland

We spent 9-days at Scottland and wish we could have spent more! The size and layout of this villa was perfect for my family of four. The views and surrounding landscaping are absolutely amazing and the villa was very clean and well equipped. We rented a car and did several day trips to neighboring islands. A 4WD vehicle is a must to get to the villa as the road in and out is quite an adventure (but adds to the fun). Smugglers Cove is a short 5 minute drive and walkable if you prefer. Sam, JC, Sharlene and Pinky were great and all four helped us along the way. Pinky even delivered her famous rotis to the villa which were amazing.   (Jesse R   March 23rd 2024)

We spent 10-days at Scottland over Christmas/New Year’s and enjoyed our stay immensely! Extraordinarily private and quiet, this villa has the essence of old Caribbean along with modern amenities that made for a truly relaxing and comfortable stay. So many cozy options to enjoy the outdoors and mesmerizing views of Jost and beyond, and swimming in the sparkling pool after a day on the beach were absolutely delightful. The drive in and out is not for the faint of heart, but once you get to know the dips and turns it’s well worth it for the secluded and quiet location. Many thanks to the Villas of Tortola team for taking such good care of us! P.S. Don’t miss Pinky’s rotis, the BEST <3   (Petra   December 25th 2023)

My wife and I just returned from a two week stay at this hillside villa overlooking beautiful Smugglers Cove. We had a wonderful relaxing stay, enjoying morning breakfast on the upstairs patio off the master bedroom, and evening dinner on the expansive covered patio adjacent to the sparkling pool. It was hard to talk ourselves into going anywhere else to explore or have a night out, since everything at “Scottland” was so comfortable. We did, however, make an exception on a number of days to take the 3 minute ride down the hill to Smugglers Cove. This beach is like sugar sand, and the ocean water is crystal clear, but the best part is we only had to take a short stroll to Patricia’s beach bar where cheeseburgers in paradise awaited along with Painkillers to wash it down…YUM! The staff at Villas of Tortolla took great care of us, and made our stay absolutely perfect. We would definitely consider a return to this little slice of paradise.   (Russell F   vrbo   January 19th 2024)

The pool was amazing and the view outstanding. The road to the home is pretty adventurous (steep and bumpy) but Sam warned us and her recommendation for Jerry to provide 4 wheel and Eric/taxi from airport were perfect. We enjoyed it very much!   (Julie S   airbnb   June 29th 2023)

This property is stunning! Such beautiful views of the hill sides & ocean! Very quite & private location. Home is cozy & comfortable. I think we spent 80% of our time on the veranda! We had a few hiccups but Sharlene was excellent in resolving any issues. Roads take a little getting use to at first but just go slow, you’ll be fine. Scotland is such a gem, we will return hopefully sooner than later!   (Jacqueline M   vrbo   3.9.23)

Sam and her entire team were absolutely wonderful. We booked this trip last minute and was able to pull everything off in 2 days ONLY because of Sam’s help getting there. Upon our arrival, we were greeted by the lovely housekeeper Louise, Pinky who delivered homemade rotis and Sharlene with our private car that was delivered right to the door, along with a refrigerator full of groceries. We loved the home so much, we hardly left. It was so peaceful and exactly what we needed to decompress. We will definitely be back!   (Jena W   airbnb   3.18.2023)

We had a fantastic stay here! The view was breathtaking and never got old. We spent most late afternoons in the pool staring out over the water. The drive to the place is not for the faint of heart but we were prepared for that and it was well worth it for the seclusion and views. We would absolutely stay here again!   (Lauren G   8.5.2022   8.5.2022)

Our stay at the Villa in Scottland BVI was extremely enjoyable, at no small part to the efforts of the property manager, Sharlene. Assisting in the lead up to our stay, Sharlene helped us secure a car rental, answered every conceivable question, and even met us in town and lead us to the property. The first time you enter the villa is a special experience. The house has been recently updated (not pictured in the home photos) and is even more comfortable and accommodating. The front deck was remade to be larger and covered, and houses additional dining and seating options. It is the best spot to take in the views and survey the goings-on of the beach. The beach is a hidden gem. In the 7 days of our stay, the number of beach goers did not exceed 20 (most days, it was more like 7-10). To echo other reviewers, the roads leading to the property are indeed rough and require a rugged 4WD vehicle for repeated use. A normal 4×4 will work, but clearance may be an issue at points. We chose to view the condition of the road as adventurous, though it may affect how often you choose to venture out (it did ours). There were a few times that we left a fully latched door, only to return to a door that was slightly ajar. That can be unsettling, until you realize that the road you just traveled is just as much a security measure. All in all, the house is one of a kind, and we look forward to staying again in the future. We’ll be sure to fly direct, next time, as the ferry experience is generally comparable to flying, without the consistent travel times. Trust me when I tell you, the Villa at Scottland is worth every penny, though some of those pennies might be well spent on gravel 🙂   (Shane S   vrbo   5.24.2022)

House was everything we hoped it would be! View and layout were perfection. We so enjoyed gorgeous rainbows everyday over Smugglers Cove. Loved the peace and serenity and the car ride to the villa did not disappoint. Pool was a bit chilly but the beach water was warm and welcoming. Fantastic week in paradise.   (Nancy M   vrbo   12.5.2021)

When I began my search for our recent vacation, I had not really zeroed in on where we would go. However, Scottland Villa was among the villas that came up in my search and after seeing those pictures, I just couldn’t stop thinking about it. Could it really be as beautiful as it was in the pictures? I messaged Sam, the property manager, with some questions I had because Tortola had just announced new quarantine policies for vaccinated travelers – which we were. Sam was so responsive and it made me feel even more confident that Scottland Villa was the right place for our first post-covid vacation so we decided to book! Sam answered all my questions, each time I had one, and arranged for our pick up at the airport, coordinated grocery delivery and even helped us get our travel applications approved (and she was amazing while we were vacationing as well). Once we arrived, the best taxi driver picked us up (Eric truly is the best!) and we started the drive to Scottland. My wife and I were very excited to actually arrive and see this place in person . . . It was even more beautiful than the pictures or my imagination had created. The architecture and style of the Villa is romantic and the views are breathtaking. We put down our luggage, opened the fridge to our groceries, grabbed the blender, made a frozen drink and got poolside as soon as we could! The pool was so clean and relaxing and as you lay in the loungers after a dip in the pool, your view is ocean and islands on one side and beautiful bright flowers and foliage on the other. The first night (while quarantined) we used the awesome outside grill and finished up cooking the meal in the kitchen (which as someone who cooks all the time I can say the kitchen was perfect!). The next morning we were back by the pool by 8 am spending the day reading, cooling off in the pool, drinking pina coladas and snacking! By the time we received our quarantine release email, we didn’t really care about leaving! And so we stocked up on groceries and supplies so we could spend our time cooking, napping and reading by the pool, and taking advantage of our time at Scottland Villa because we knew once we left, we would miss it so much! It was truly the most relaxing vacation we have ever had because of the privacy of the Villa, the beautiful views, the aura and style of the house, the pool and the view and peacefulness of Smuggler’s Cove. We look forward to returning when we need to take a deep breath again!   (Bergan W   vrbo   5.30.2021)