Taino's beautiful tropical grounds & unique decor have been lovingly created & nurtured by its artistic owners. Unusual & interesting artefacts adorn every curve & corner of this elegant villa, but the sweeping ocean views really do steal the show.
Taino has a real air of calm & tranquility but is still within 2miles of 2 of our favourite beaches (& their handful of laid-back beach bars & beachfront restaurants).
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While it has a tasteful Caribbean flair, Villa Taino also has a sumptuous comfort thanks to the beautiful, rich, wood furniture, and bold use of colour in the furnishings. The fact that Villa Taino has many repeat guests who are drawn back year after year is a testament to the comfort, the ambiance and of course the service that you'll experience here!
LIVING AREAS:
The living areas are large, comfortable open spaces that flow into each other, making for an easy-going atmosphere whether you are friends or a family holidaying together. It's commanding position on a ridge means that Villa Taino is able to take advantage of the trade winds that wrap around the hillside.
The main living area is on the porch next to the pool, covered by a high, circular roof and open to the stunning ocean views on the sides. You'll find sumptuously cushioned oversize furniture and various seating arrangements for kicking back and enjoying the breezes.
The kitchen is well equipped with everything you'll need for self catering and a large opening in the wall through to the dining room makes preparing dinner easy and enjoyable. Off the dining room is an alfresco dining porch with a teak table and a Weber gas grill for grilling up some local lobster and enjoying with an ocean view. Also accessed from the dining room is the library, housing the TV and a collection of games.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS:
1) In a separate wooden pavilion off the pool deck is the Master Suite. It's a large airy screened-in room with more breathtaking views - you won't even have to move from your king size four poster bed to see them! You'll also have a private porch with ocean views which is surely your new morning coffee spot.
2&3) Winding stairs from the hallway lead to the two stylish and eclectically decorated bedrooms with queen beds. Both have large en-suite bathrooms. All bedrooms have screened windows.
STEP OUTSIDE:
Surrounded by tropical palms, you'll enter your very own private paradise through a large wooden gate that opens onto the stunning pool and deck. This area just begs for you to relax enjoy a good book and a cocktail, while admiring the elegant sailing yachts or sleek power boats out on the ocean in front of you. There are plenty of comfy loungers for catching some rays, and your crystal swimming pool feels as if it reaches right out into the ocean beyond. It's a very magical spot.
NOTE
AC: There is AC in all bedrooms & ceiling fans throughout
WIFI: There is Wifi
HOUSEKEEPING: is once every 5-7 days. All linen and towels will be changed and a general cleaning will be done. Daily housecleaning can be arranged at your own expense.
PARKING: There is driveway parking - no long slog with grocery bags or suitcases!
NEARBY
Taino is located in the hills of the exclusive but welcoming rural estate of Belmont in the West End of Tortola. You can drive to two beautiful beaches (Smuggler’s Cove and Long Bay) in under 10 mins. Belmont Salt Pond below is a natural reserve and important ecosystem that regularly attracts flamingos (there are 8 there this week as I write this).
LONG BAY (0.7 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 there’s Long Bay Beach Resort’s Tennis and 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)
APPLE BAY (1.2 miles away)
A little village with world-class winter surf and a handful of bars and restaurants (Nardie's Beach Bar, Sugar Mill, Tramonti) for all occasions.
SMUGGLER’S COVE (1.4 miles away)
Smuggler’s Cove is idyllic and perfectly sheltered by its vibrant reef which provides sensational snorkelling 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.
CARROT BAY (2 miles away)
A charming village where you'll find local fisherman, fruit stalls, North Shore Shell Museum and D’Coal Pot restaurant.
WINDY HILL (3 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.
SOPER’S HOLE MARINA (3.5 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), a well-stocked grocery store, boat charter companies, shops and more.
CANE GARDEN BAY (4.2 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.
