Vacation Rental
Description Margaret and Bill Blackman offer you a warm English/Bajan welcome to
their comfortable apartment Tightlines. A delightful, recently
constructed two double bedroomed apartment located on the border of
the Parish of St. James and St. Peter, next to the village of Rock
Dundo, and just a five minute drive to both Gibbs and Mullins beach.
The apartment is attractive, clean and modern.
It is an ideal place to relax and enjoy Barbados being some 400ft
above sea level. This charming location benefits from a cooling
breeze from the hills.
There is a local store and bar within walking distance, where
provisions can be bought and meals such as chicken, fish, pork ribs
and maccaroni pie can be purchased and ether eaten in the bar
or taken home.
Vacation Rental
Amenities Accommodation
Accommodation (sleeps 4) consists of two large double bedrooms, one
containing a double bed and the other containing twin beds.The
modern furniture is fitted each bedroom containing a wardrobe,
dressing table and sets of drawers, Each bedroom has a free standing
remote controlled fan.
There are two fold up single beds and a cot available.
The bathroom has a good size walk in shower, and a duel voltage 110V
240V shaver point.
There is a well-equipped fitted kitchen with all modern appliances
including a fridge freezer, microwave oven, toaster, kettle, iron
and ironing board. The cooker is full size with hob and grill.
The spacious lounge/dining area is tastefully furnished.
The apartment is fitted with dual 110V - 240 voltage.
There is a covered patio area and an enclosed garden in which to
sunbathe.
All linen and towels are provided with the exception of beach towels.
There is a phone and all local calls are free. An international
phone is also available in the apartment and rates are extremely
competative when compared to other providers.
Wireless internet access is available on request in the apartment.
The apartment has a T.V. for local television, DVD, and C.D. player.
For your enjoyment we have a large library of DVD's which can be
rented for a small fee. We also have a small amount of snorkel
equipment for hire.
Bill has a small boat with an engine and fishing trips for two
persons can be arranged with instruction on how to cook your catch.
Bill is also a professional photographer with one of Barbados top
holiday resorts, so if you are visiting Barbados to celebrate a
birthday or anniversary or just want a picture taken on the beach at
sunset he will be happy to do that for you.
There is a washer available and maid service on a weekly basis.
Baby sitting by an English trained nursery nurse can be arranged.
We can arrange transfers too and from the airport, and we have
negotiated an excellent deal with our local Car Hire firm especially
for our Tightline guests. There is ample off road parking.
The apartment is on ground level with easy access. The owners
live above in their own separate home. The apartment is new, only
being completed in February 2004.
Activities
and Attractions Tight Lines is situated just off highway 2A, and one and a half
kilometers inland from the west coast road. Its nearest beach, the
secluded Gibbs beach is arguabley one of the most beautiful in
Barbados. Close also is the superb Mullins beach with its
watersports, bar, and other leisure facilities.
The dramatic and beautiful East coast is a 20 minute drive away.
A local mini-market and bar are within walking distance and there
are supermarkets and banks at Holetown and Speightstown.
Local dining from Kentucky fried chicken to 5 star restaurants can
also be found along the west coast road.
Golf courses are within easy reach including Royal Westmoreland and
Sandy Lane.
Within the local area:
Folkestone Marine Reserve and Visitors Center in Holetown and
Barbados Wildlife Reserve in St Peter, where you can mingle with
wild monkeys, deer, otta's and more.
Tighlines is just off the main Highway 2A so you can reach all other
attractions and places of interest easily, such as:
Farley Hill National Park
Orchid World
Harrisons Cave
Graeme Hall Nature Sanctury
Historic Speightstown
Ocean Park
The airport is a 45 minute drive, Bridgetown approximately 30
minutes, Holetown 15 minutes and Speightstown 10 minutes.
Car Hire is recommended. Bus routes are close at hand and Barbados
has a good taxi service.
RECOMMENDATIONS
"Thank you so much Margaret and Bill. The apartment was lovely and
you were both so friendly and helpful. We will definately be back in
the not too distant future,"
Sarah (London U.K.)
"Fantastic place. Great way to experience the culture"
Mark (U.S.A and Ocean Village Crew)
"Excellent accommodation, friendly folk. Top holiday destination for
me."
Keith (Southport U.K.)
Vacation Rental Rates Season Rates (US$ & pounds sterling)
June 1st - Nov 30th $45 per night 25 pounds sterling per night
Dec 1st – May 31st $50 per night 28 pounds 50p sterling per night
Rates are for the rental of the entire apartment.
Tightlines is fully booked for 2007 cricket |
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