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Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape

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Carizma Villa with private driveway and off-road parking
Bright open-plan lounge viewed from the terrace
A residential building with a white exterior, a fenced garden, and a clear sky.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a black countertop, a microwave, a toaster, and a stainless steel oven.
Open design which allow the Bajan Breeze to flow through.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Peace of mind included
    Guests rate the location highly for safety.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Port St. Charles Marina
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Speightstown, St Peter
  • Place, Speightstown Esplanade
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Heywoods Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Port St. Charles Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape

Welcome to Carizma Villa — a stylish and relaxed 2-bedroom villa on Barbados’ beautiful West Coast.

If you’re looking for a comfortable home base close to the beach, restaurants and the charm of Speightstown, Carizma Villa is a great choice. It offers everything you need for an easy Barbados stay, without beachfront or resort prices.

The location is one of the villa’s biggest strengths. You’re around a 10-minute walk to Heywoods Beach and approximately 10–12 minutes on foot to Speightstown, where you’ll find restaurants, bars, shops, cafés, the bus terminal and everyday essentials. Many guests love being able to enjoy the area without needing a car every day.

Inside, the villa is bright, open and easy to live in. The kitchen, dining and living areas flow together naturally, creating a relaxed space for cooking, eating, planning your day or simply unwinding. It’s ideal for couples, friends or small families looking for a calm and practical West Coast stay.

The two bedrooms are designed for a restful night’s sleep, with comfortable beds, a clean simple style and a peaceful atmosphere to come back to after a day at the beach or exploring the island.

Outside, you’ll have a private terrace and garden area where you can enjoy the warm Barbados weather. It’s perfect for morning coffee, alfresco dining, an evening drink or simply relaxing after a day out.

Please note, Carizma Villa does not have a pool. Instead, you’re close to beautiful West Coast beaches, giving you the chance to enjoy a different beach experience during your stay.

The kitchen is fully equipped if you’d like to cook, and there are supermarkets, local food spots and restaurants nearby. Reliable Wi-Fi is also included, making it easy to stay connected, work remotely or stream in the evenings.

Carizma Villa is perfect for couples, small families and guests who want a relaxed, comfortable stay near the beach without paying beachfront prices.

Hassle-Free Booking & Officially Registered

✔ All prices include the Room Tax Levy, which we pay on your behalf
✔ Officially registered with the Barbados Tourism Product Authority for your peace of mind

Please read our reviews to see why guests enjoy staying at Carizma Villa.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Turn off ceiling fans and AC units
Place keys back in lock box
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please turn off the air-conditioning units and fans when leaving the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10716702
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Speightstown

Located near the beach, this villa is in Heywoods Estates, a neighbourhood in Speightstown. Kensington Oval is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mullins Beach and Sandy Lane Beach. Folkestone Marine Park and Caribbean International Riding Centre are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
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Speightstown, St Peter

What's nearby

  • Speightstown Esplanade - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • St. Peter Parish Church - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Heywoods Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Port St. Charles Marina - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Speightstown Mural - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pier One Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Thunder Bay Beach Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Orange Street Grocer - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Local & Co. - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chefette - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Stylish 2BR Villa | Walk to Beach & Speightstown | Quiet West Coast Escape located?

Located in Heywoods Estates, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of St. Peter Parish Church, Speightstown Esplanade and Heywoods Beach. Arlington House Museum and Speightstown Mural are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We’d give 6 stars if we were able! Everything about this property and rental experience was flawless. Communication with both the owner and the property manager was always easy, prompt, and polite. The property is just as it appears in the photos and is extremely well equipped. It’s located in a nice quiet neighborhood and is conveniently close to Speightstown. This was our tenth VRBO rental in Barbados, and is by far our favourite!
Stayed 13 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 4 May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind review, Angela! We’re thrilled you had such a great stay and that everything met your expectations. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Drive

A very pleasant stay.
Stayed 16 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kiki H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Speightstown Spectator

We can’t say enough good things about this place. It’s absolutely perfect in every way imaginable. Close to all the best things Speightstown has to offer. Supremely safe neighbourhood and a short walk to the beach and the famous and delicious Caboose!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 February 2025
Thankyou for this wonderful review Kiki! It means alot to us when guests have an enjoyable stay at Carizma. It was a pleasure to host you and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property review

Place was perfect for my teenage kids and I. Ideal location for us to get to the beach, catch the bus, and explore the island. Loved it! Definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2023
Thankyou Veth for your review and for taking the time to write it. So pleased you and the kids had a great time and we would love to welcome you back in the future. Happy New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caribbean home from home.

Lovely, comfortable house in quiet residential area of Speightstown. Beautifully furnished and with well equipped kitchen. Small but very nice patio and garden areas. Perfect retreat but handy for local facilities and beaches. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2024
Thank you Elaine. We love your title "Caribbean Home from Home" it captures just how we feel about Carizma. So pleased you enjoyed stay and thank you for your lovely comments.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous

Beautiful two bedroom house in Perfect location. Very well equipped.Great communication.Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2024
We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay in Carizma. Thank you for taking the time to write a lovely review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Villa in Barbados!!!

Exceptional customer service all around. The property was a very clean and homey. The location was perfect and very close to the beach. Ruth, Anita and Dave provided excellent customer service and were on hand for any questions we had. I highly recommend this villa on your visit to Barbados.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Thankyou Darren for taking the time to write this review. We are so pleased you and your lovely family enjoyed your stay at Carizma!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely, bright, well equipped home

Very comfortable for two persons in a good location. Walkable to stores, beaches and bars in Speightstown and easy access to buses. Hosts are responsive. Enjoyed our stay in this lovely house with a nice deck for morning and evening relaxation.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 April 2023
Thankyou Jo for taking the time to review Carizma. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back in the future for more relaxing on the deck!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 adult kids) stayed for a week just before Christmas and had a wonderful time. The villa has everything you would ever need and is beautifully decorated. It’s a 10-minute walk into Speightstown in a lovely neighbourhood with lovely neighbours. Communication with the owners and the local management team was first class. We all had a wonderful week in Carizma and would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 January 2023
It was a delight having you as guests. Thankyou for your kind words and we look forward to hosting you again in the future. Happy New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we expected!

This property was just what we expected. It was clean, well-maintained, good AC in the bedrooms, kitchen stocked with all the things we needed. Communication was great. I can’t think of anything bad to say!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2023
Thankyou Jillian for your thoughtful review. We are glad you had a lovely stay in Carizma.
Verified

8/10 Good

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cozy and comfortable

My spouse and I were there for 7 days from 6/27-7/5. The house was very comfortable and we had a great stay in spite of Hurricane Beryl. Property manager, Anita checked in to make sure we were ok. The location was perfect - we were close to the beach, Speightstown and the main road to allow for easy travel around the island. Our only disappointment was that there was no dryer as previously listed, I noticed the listing has since been edited to indicate there is a drying rack, not an actual dryer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A gorgeous gem!

I’ve fallen in love with this little gem and will definitely return. The best veranda on the street 🥰 with the most comfortable chairs ever! Safe and friendly neighbourhood. A short walk to beautiful Heywood's beach and access to local restaurants and bars including Port St Charles. Close to local buses. Beautifully decorated and perfectly laid out with all I needed for home meals. 10/10 including communications with Ruth & Rob and Angela the local manger. So good I extended my stay!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thankyou Sylvia for your wonderful review. It has been a pleasure having you stay at Carizma and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Everything we needed

My wife and I had a very pleasant short stay here. House was really clean and well-stocked, so we felt at home cooking meals. Made the easy 15 minute walk to Speightstown several times where we enjoyed several cool spots and met a lot of friendly Bajans and tourists. We learned that it's best to get into town before 8pm if trying to find dinner, at least in spring time. Some of our friends stayed over at Port St. Charles which was about a 12 minute walk away, and another 10 minutes from there over to our friends at Port Ferdinand. The walk-ability to all those locations was key for us because getting a taxi can be tricky. Anita and her husband were lovely to meet and made us feel comfortable as soon as we showed up. I'd definitely stay here again if I make it back to the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful beautiful Barbados

This property is clean and modern, comfortable and secure. The neighborhood is quiet and it's a short walk to the beach and into Speightstown. I can't say enough good things about it. I did not choose to rent a car but renting one would obviously allow one to see more of the island. However there are buses and lots of taxis for hire. I was fortunate to make a local friend who had a car and we were therefore easily able to get around. If you put any effort into making local friends you certainly will. If you love heat and sunshine and gorgeous beaches in abundance you will love this spot. The owners and their property managers were very accessable and helpful with all of my questions.
Stayed 35 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 April 2024
Thank you for your review Matthew. We hope you have continued to enjoy your travels to exotic places and thank you again for choosing Carizma for your stay in Barbados.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANNA M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Carizma - Home Away From Home

Definitely a step above the rest! The little extra touches made the difference. Having bread, butter, a few beverages available upon our arrival. Even bus fare in a jar (Although we didn't need it). Soap powder to do a wash! Lots of towels and we got clean sheets in the midst of our stay! The property is immaculate and clean and offers privacy as you lounge on the verandah with some wonderful comfy rocking lounge chairs. There was also a table out in the verandah for morning breakfast or evening dinners. The property manager was helpful, responsive but definitely not intrusive. There were books if you wanted to read and a folder with instructions on how to use the electronics - They even had a blender! Wahoo for me as I loved making smoothies with the local fruit. There was also a list of restaurants and things to do around the Island! It will be hard for us to stay anywhere else on the island! This is definitely our second home, if its available whenever we return!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 April 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had such a great stay and that the little extras made a difference. We're so glad Carizma felt like "Home is Here". We'd be more than happy to welcome you back whenever you're able to return! Looking forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Helen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

First VRBO experience in Barbados

We had a very relaxing time at Carizma Villa. The owner Ruth was a great help before travel and property manager Anita was helpful when we were there. It’s a lovely little villa. Well equipped. Good quality towels (plenty of them) and bed linen. Enjoyed our breakfast every day on the veranda accompanied by two cheeky little sparrows! We walked to Heywoods Beach which we love and only took 10 mins - you can get there even quicker but we like the very end of the beach near Port St Charles. Speightstown and the bus terminal only 10 mins walk also. The welcome pack was fab and very helpful when arriving late at night as we did. There are beach chairs and cool boxes/freezer packs etc which were very useful. Felt safe in a very quiet neighbourhood apart from a neighbour’s noisy dog early in the morning some days. I would recommend the villa as a good base for holidaying in Barbados. 😊
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

arthur m.

May visit to Carizma

Well It is July 2010, and I am finally getting time to write our review on Carizma. Oh how I wish we were back there. Spent a fabulous week in May withour daughter and our new son-in-law. It was everything and more than the pictures show. We loved Speightstown and our walk to the bakery, Fishermans Pub and our dinner by the ocean at one of the restaurants. Our favourite beach was Heywoods where there was no more than ten people there at a time!!We took the cooler from the villa with sandwiches water beer and fruit and enjoyed the ocean which was very calm.We went on a catamaran trip Cool Runnings,it was the best one ever.Excellent snorkelling food and staff and of course swimming with the turtles.Took the local bus to Bridgetown and St lawrence gap lots of fun. Holetown is terrific we had a fabulous dinner at the Beach Club the food was amazing and not too expensive.The setting was amazing The best times were when we got " Home " to Carizma put on the Barbeque played poker which I had never played .Relaxed in the ambiance with the candles and the ipod for our own music. We loved the outdoor shower. Anita and Dave are wonderful and were great with anything we needed to know.I could go on and on .The villa is spotless, everything we needed and more. We did not want to leave and hopefully will return again to the same spot . Barbados and the people are wonderfull we felt like we belonged there for a short while.Alvin thanks to you for your great taxi service and history of the island at the same time!! Yvonne Arthur Rebecca and Jason
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2020
THank you guys for a good informative review of Carizma and Barbados We do hope you come back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jack W.

5 Months of Comfort & Joy

Sadly, my wife and I are wrapping up a 5-month stay in Carizma during which we've come to enjoy the villa, its amenities, location, and Barbados more with each passing week. We've explored much of the island and find it to be stunningly beautiful and incredibly interesting. We've walked miles, ridden the bus, hired a taxi, and occasionally rented a car all with great success and little difficulty. Barbados is definitely a top-of-list Caribbean destination because it's so darned interesting and convenient – the history, the multitude of activities and points of interest, ATM access & credit card acceptance, the language, the shopping, transportation, access to amenities, and the cordial, gracious people. Speightstown and Carizma are a great choice for travelers seeking these best features of Barbados: an upscale neighborhood and authentic Bajan village full of friendly people away from the south-island jam and access to one of the best low-traffic, calm-water beaches on the island at Port St. Charles. Carizma gives us the independence of a single-family home yet full and easy access to all parts of the island. We walk to collect our groceries, stroll the beaches, and watch the killer sunsets. From the north, Holetown is an easy $2BBD, no-brainer bus ride to and from. More on the villa: The bedding is top notch, the weekly maid service a real treat, the bed linens are cleaned and pressed, towels are provided and laundered – and floors mopped [nice!]. The furniture in the villa is in excellent condition and very comfortable. The bath is newly built (actually the entire villa is recent construction) all in outstanding travertine tile including the entire shower surround. The tile is carried throughout the villa on the floors and very nice to walk on and keep clean. The kitchen cabinetry is beautiful and the appliances all work very well. We've kept the two sets of large swing-out double doors open during most of our stay to catch the Bajan breezes and had to resort to a/c only occasionally in the evenings back in November and early December. And blessedly – very few bugs! Dave and Anita are wonderful people who work hard to make things right and truly care about their guests. You can't go wrong with the these trustworthy hosts who have become very special to us. I mean, after 5 months, we're experts on the subject, right? It will be hard to leave.
Verified

8/10 Good

Oresita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for 2

We went to Barbados to get married, and we stayed here for 2 weeks. The property looks exactly as it did in the pictures provided, and is situated in a nice quiet area. We were greeted by the nephew of the property manager nephew, who gave us a quick tour. They even provided milk, bread, eggs, butter, and 2 beers! We really appreciated that since we were extremely tired from our flight! The day we got married and got back to the house, we were welcomed with a card and a bottle of champagne that the property manager left for us to celebrate. The reason why I only gave 4 overall stars was because the kitchen sink wasn’t draining and the cleaning woman didn’t do a gear job cleaning!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great accommodation

Absolutely brilliant, easy to get to, lovely and airy, bright and cheerful,it was delightful. Anita and Dave were great. The neighbourhood is super,and the neighbours next door are really lovely.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 January 2022
We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Carizma and really appreciate the lovely comments in your review.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great find

This was our 8th visit to beautiful Barbados and one of the most relaxing. Carizma is just a 10 minute stroll to a gorgeous beach and into Speightstown where there are excellent places to eat to suit all budgets and a supermarket. The villa has been tastefully decorated throughout and equipped to a high standard. The owners are a breath of fresh air, they don’t just take your money, they really care and want you to have a good holiday and enjoy the island. Nothing was too much trouble. We will be back!!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect property for a perfect break

We had a wonderful 7 nights at Carizma and would go back in a heartbeat. This was our 10th trip to Barbados in the last 7 years and this one was equally as enjoyable as the previous 9. Anita and Dave were fantastic hosts and I couldn’t recommend them highly enough. Communications from the point of pre-booking through to the one or two little issues (which were very minor but resolved super speedily) was second to none. We have already threatened to re-book straight away! Thanks Anita and Dave and hope to see you again very soon! Jones family
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Barbara L.

Two weeks in Villa Carizma

We enjoyed our stay at Villa Carizma. The large open plan living space/kitchen was very comfortable in the evenings. The outside veranda was lovely for eating and relaxing in the warm climate. The large double bed in the main bedroom was extremely comfortable. We used the second bedroom for storage. We rented a small car which enabled us to go to some good snorkelling beaches and to see parts of the island which were not easily accessible by public transport. The villa is at the northern end of the island and it seems quite a long way on the pot hole ridden roads to, say, Bridgetown. We used the car to get to the local beaches although they are less than 1 km away and would be easy for younger, more mobile people to walk to. We drove to Carlisle Bay near Bridgetown to go snorkelling to see the wrecks and all the fish and the turtles. We liked Heywoods Beach too which was very close to the villa. We found it quiet and good for snorkelling at the reef just off shore. We always felt safe at the villa. Quite a number of the local residents walked by but although we could see them they could not see us thanks to the pretty hedge. They were usually quiet. The road is narrow and there were a number of vehicles each day but you could not say it was busy. We did like hearing the ice cream van but we did not buy any! We went to the Port Charles Yacht Club, just to look at the lovely Slipstream yacht, and at the restaurant but we did not eat there although the menu looked fine. We went to Carizma on the Hill on two Saturdays where we had the BBQ. We really liked it there. We also ate at Just Grillin at Holetown (OK), BBQ Barn at Chefette at Warrens (not so good this time) and other places. The villa was mainly well equipped but there were a couple of things in the crockery department that needed attention. The washing machine was very useful but we needed more washing line space. Overall we had a good time at Villa Carizma. Thankyou Anita and Dave.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

This is a beautiful little house!! A perfect vacation spot.

The house is spotless well equipped and has a open breezy atmosphere. The outdoor covered porch is perfect and the neighbourhood is friendly and safe. It’s a quick walk to town and the beaches. We have been twice and I’m sure we will be back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew N.

Great place

My wife and I had a great time staying at Carizma for 5 weeks. A small house but which suited the two of us. A nice veranda to sit out on and a drive to park the hire car that we had for the duration*. Various local cats would come and visit us, with one sleeping on one of the veranda chairs during the night. The location was excellent being within walking distance of Speightstown. The owners, Anita and Dave, responded quickly to any problems or requests that we had. As we experienced previously on Barbados, strimming and leaf blowing are very popular and often start around 6.30am ! Wherever you are, there are also barking dogs. The local dogs tended to have a barking match around dusk but on the whole weren't too bad. We became regulars at the Orange Street Grocery café in Speightstown for coffee and cold drinks in the mornings and late afternoons. We also went to Jumas restaurant and bar on a few occasions as they do nice cocktails but the service is variable from good to non-existent! We'd been to Barbados the previous year and experienced the buses which are initially great fun and good value but the novelty wears off after a while and a car provides greater flexibility. We tended to shop for food at Massy's in Holetown which had a better range than Jordans. We also went a few times to eat at Just Grillin in Holetown where the food was great and good value. One of the best restaurants on the island is Chill & Breeze, Barclays Park on the east coast. The food is delicious and their rum punches are to die for!. We went all over the island but the best beach for us was Cobblers Cove which is just a walk from Jordans car park in Speightstown. Never that busy and often quite empty. A fabulous beach and great for swimming and snorkelling. The sun and the sea (& cocktails) are what it's all about. Wonderful! * We hired the car from Corbyns which provided a great service (thanks for the recommendation Anita). They picked us up from the airport which worked well, as finding the way and the house after dark would have been a challenge!
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2018

About the host

Hosted by Ruth & Rob Dean

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Carizma Villa is a family-owned villa, bought in 2008, and has been a much-loved family retreat and cherished holiday rental ever since.

Our property managers, Anita and Dave, are family too. They are based locally and are on hand to help if you need anything during your stay.

Why they chose this property

We chose this area because it gives us exactly what we love about Barbados: a relaxed West Coast setting, easy access to the beach, and the convenience of having Speightstown close by.

Carizma Villa is our go-to place for a relaxing holiday in Barbados. It’s around a 10-minute walk to both Speightstown centre and Heywoods Beach, making it a great island base whether you choose to hire a car or not.

We have enjoyed many fantastic holidays here over the years and have loved sharing Carizma with guests since 2008. We look forward to sharing it with you too.

What makes this property unique

Carizma Villa is all about easy, relaxed living in a space that feels welcoming from the moment you walk in.

We designed it to feel like “Home is Here” — a place where you can settle in quickly, slow down, and enjoy Barbados at your own pace. The villa offers a calm, comfortable base with everything you need for a relaxed stay, including a private terrace and garden area for morning coffee, outdoor dining or evening drinks.

What makes Carizma special is the combination of comfort, location and simplicity. You’re close enough to walk to Heywoods Beach and Speightstown, but the villa still feels peaceful and private when you come back at the end of the day.

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