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Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay

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Right on our peaceful little bay
Room with a view
Living area
Dine with a view
......or just admire it.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Fitts Village, St James
  • Paynes Bay Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Paradise Beach
  • Sandy Lane Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay

Attractive upstairs apartment, in beach-side house with communal patio, leading directly onto one of the quietest and most beautiful beaches on the West Coast, with excellent swimming and snorkelling in the crystal waters of the Caribbean. Comprising 2 air-conditioned bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom, the other with en-suite shower room and washing machine. There is a well-equipped modern kitchen for the chefs among your party. The lovely light sitting room, with stunning views of the Caribbean and the beach, has a cooling breeze blowing through it for most of the year. In essence perfection.
The village shopping centre and supermarket are within easy reach on foot. There are several excellent restaurants nearby, including the world-renowned Cliff. We are 1.5 km away from Sandy Lane and its world-class golf facilities. Waters sports, fishing, and glass-bottomed boats are virtually on the doorstep - and, if requested, many will pick you up from the beach.. For those who don’t wish to hire a car the bus stop is nearby, and the buses run frequently up until 11.30 pm. The apartment has Wifi internet access and on site security.
Little Reef is well situated for multiple activities. From the very beautiful beach, a few short steps away, there is snorkelling on the reef, where you may spot one of the resident turtles, meandering among shoals of brightly coloured fish. Boating and water sport activities are also on offer from operators on the way to the big resorts past Sandy Lane. Fishermen bring their daily catch into Fitts Village, just in front of Jordan's Supermarket, a five-minute walk along the beach.
For those who don’t want to miss the exploits of their favourite team, Wendy’s sports bar is just a couple of minutes away, across the road. Wendy's also have a snack bar. Alternatively there’s the Surfside bar in Holetown (15 minutes away by bus and car), a great spot for being on the beach and watching the footie at the same time. Holetown is also the place to go to if you want a bank, pizza or the larger Massy’s supermarket, which will deliver your shopping if you don't have a car. Holetown also boasts plenty of watering holes and restaurants. Bridgetown and the South Coast are around twenty minutes by car and the buses run regularly.
If you just want to chill out Little Reef’s balcony is a great place for watching the frigate birds wheeling above, maybe a fisherman making a catch, and world go by – and, if you are up early and very, very, lucky you may get a glimpse of a monkey in the nearby shack-shack tree. If you want take a tan back home Little Reef has a lovely sunny patio, or you can take the extra few steps to the beach. At the end of the day there is often nothing better than a walk along the beach or just watching a beautiful sunset and the boats making for home, while you enjoy a sundowner.

Property manager

Richard Britton

Languages

English, French

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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 allowed: in designated areas
Only in the main living room & outdoors

Important information

You need to know

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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Derricks

Located in Derricks, this apartment is on the beach. Kensington Oval is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Lane Beach and Carlisle Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barbados Polo Club or National Stadium. Jet skiing, scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Fitts Village, St James

What's nearby

  • Paynes Bay Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Brighton Beach - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Kensington Oval - 6 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Holetown Beach - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Klynn's bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's Snack Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chefette - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪La Cabane - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Derricks apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paynes Bay Beach and Batts Rock Beach. Paradise Beach and Sandy Lane Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 88 out of 117 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 117 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 117 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 117 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 117 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect. Beach perfect. Bedrooms perfect. Kitchen Perfect. Host perfect. The only problem is if it's booked when you want it.
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

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

Great beachside flat

Amazing location in Fitts Village, one of the most convenient places to stay on the West coast for access to the rest of the island. Direct access to the beach and incredible views of the sunset.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Cynthia R.

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

Wonderful

Apartment is a bit tired, but location is fabulous because we love Holetown.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha W.

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

Lovely tome at Little Reef

The location right on the beach is ideal. The place was clean and some essential groceries were in the fridge - much appreciated! Wear water shoes as the shore is rocky. I’ll miss the beautiful sound of the surf. The owner was very helpful and responsive. I’ll be back!
Stayed 23 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stewart I.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

No AC, lies, and misleading people

On arrival, the neighbor with keys arrived to let us in the unit and show us around. On entry, he said "the AC is broken."With temps in the 90s, this is not acceptable.I called the owner of the unit, who said the AC had just broken the day before. On viewing the AC unit, it was completely rusted over and it was obvious it had not been functioning for quite some time.We rebooked at a resort, and we were assured that a refund would be issued. It has not.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Judith H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Barbados haven

Ideal location in need of a bit of tlc
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at Little Reef completely. Relaxing and peaceful with amazing sea views from the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laina L.

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

Girls Getaway in Paradise

Beautiful apartment right on the beach, gorgeous sunsets and ocean views. Crystal clear water, restaurants and grocery stores easy walking distance away and public buses run regularly right outside the gate. A hidden little gem.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

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

Fabulous!

Loved our stay! Grantley, the caretaker lives next door - lovely man and very helpful. Already booked to come back next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Eve W., Exeter

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

Great location fabulous view

We had a booking cancelled and needed accommodation nearby quickly. Richard responded quickly and we had a lovely week in upper little reef.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy R.

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

Best View Ever

The location was outstanding! Beach access was awesome! Great swimming and snorkeling. Very convenient walk to store and a couple of restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

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

Another amazing stay at Little Reef 🙏

This is our second stay at little reef.. absolutely love the place. Perfect size. Has everything you need. Amazing views, amazing snorkelling. Perfect location. Host is great in communicating and we look forward to coming again..
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Enrico Novelli N.

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

Best location on the island

The apartment is right on the sea and on the west side of the island. This is a prime location because unlike the southern coast that is more touristic it is not affected by sargassum. The water is crystal clear and a few yards from the beach you can find schools of colorful fish. Unfortunately the coral has died but snorkeling is still nice. There are also fishermen in the morning and you can buy fresh fish from them. There is a supermarket with basic necessities nearby and a couple of restaurants. As everywhere else on the island restaurant food prices are very steep. There is also a sports bar just walking distance from the apartment. Buses, including the one to the airport stop nearby and pass on the road behind the apartment. We found them to be convenient and reliable. The ride to Holetown where you can find a larger grocery store and many amenities is short. Halfway to Holetown there is also a fish market (with incredibly steep prices there, too). The ride to the airport is 1 hour but the bus had air conditioning and WiFi and for only Barbados 3.50/person. The only negatives are that the aforementioned road has heavy traffic whose loud noise competes with that of the waves, but at night you mostly hear the waves, which is beautiful. I’m a light sleeper and the traffic did not wake me up but it could be an issue for some. Another minus is that the apartment is a bit tired and in need of a nice coat of paint and some furniture care and maintenance.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linda C.

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

The View

I've stayed here a few times now with friends and the view always takes your breath away and really enjoy the area and the wonderful locals. This time however I was a little disappointed by the addition of the bikini bar for several reasons. One of the reasons I enjoyed staying here was how quiet and less busy the beach was. Now there are beach chairs lined up along the beach on busy days, large blow up water toys in the water that interfere with your beautiful view and extremely bright lights that shine onto the beach and into the apartment from dusk to dawn. It makes sitting around the table talking with your company very annoying with this light directly in your eyes. Hopefully something can be done about the evening lights, the toys and beach chairs I understand is part of the business atmosphere.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

lissette R.

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

Genial

Genial
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devika M.

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

Perfect

This is not our first time in this property or in Barbados. The island is always welcoming. The property is actually better this time around. The staff is amazing. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

1 Week stay

Comfortable and tastefully decorated apartment with excellent view of the Caribbean sea. Great location. Suited us perfectly. Great coral reef for snorkeling. Would highly recommend it. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Debra R.

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

Best view

The property has a superb view. It is perched just above the ocean waves and the balcony enjoys the shade of a lovely tree with interesting birds. There is beautiful, quiet sandy beach to the left of the property that we swam at every day. Security is very good.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle w.

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

Little Bay

Our stay was great!! Grantly was awesome in making sure we were ok. Some stuff could be updated like having a television or some kind of radio to help entertain, when the weather doesn’t allow for outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Absolutely brilliant stay at the Little Reef apartment

After staying in Fitts village for many years this was our first time at this property and it didn’t disappoint. We were delighted with the location, the amazing views and the apartment itself. It had everything we needed and Grantley next door was on hand if we needed anything at all.. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be back next year..!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Slice of Bajan Heaven

You could never get tired of going to bed to the sound of the waves and waking up and sipping coffee on the balcony with this stunning view. Great location with a walkable market and bar just steps away. Place is equipped with everything you need from blender to coolers and ice packs. Rooms are very spacious with own bathroom for each room. Lots of closet space. Hanging rack for wet clothes, sun loungers for the deck. Rooms have AC that works very well and can cool down the main area a bit if you leave bedroom doors open. We had everything we needed and more. Grantley (neighbor) was amazing and helpful. Richard was always quick to respond to any questions we had. Some issues with the hot water at times, but nothing too bad. Would definitely stay here again!!!!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

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

Perfection

We loved out stay at Upper Little Reef. The view is absolutely amazing. I loved waking up and sitting on the little day bed, sipping my coffee and watch the dawn. At low tide the beach walking is fantastic. And the snorkeling right out front a real treat. The location was great, walking distance to some really great restaurants and just a short bit to Holetown and the Marine Park, Paynes Bay fish market and Holders Hill farmers market. We also really liked that there the lighting was very good for reading. The property management and the owner were very responsive to any little ask. My husband and I stayed for four weeks. At various times we were visited by our adult sons and at another time, another couple. It was all great. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Great value...would stay again

The true selling point for this property is two-fold: 1) the view -- it was just beautiful to have views of the ocean and the sunsets 2) just steps to go right into the ocean -- warm, clear and tranquil for the majority of the time (with the exception of a storm that came through). The property was a little worn, so not high end luxury but everything was more than fine. Again the view was just so fantastic. There is air-conditioning in the bedroom (absolutely a must) but not in the main living area. Fits Village is very quiet with not a lot of things in walking distance (there is a grocery within walking distance). The house is on the main bus line and the buses are easy to use and there is a lot within 20 minutes. We didn't have a car for our month stay and only needed a taxi once or twice. If you're looking or a relaxing place and great value this is it. If you're looking to be where the action is...well, you can get there by bus but there is not much within walking distance.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Laura A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal view

What makes Little Reef is the incredible view. It really is wonderful looking out over the sea every breakfast and some sunsets. I would say the property is more tired and worn that the pictures show, and would benefit from some TLC and a deep clean (particularly in the 2nd bedroom). The aircon in the bedrooms was greatly appreciated and the washing machine was very handy. Little Reef was a bit further away from things than anticipated (my fault from not researching on google maps more extensively). There are a couple of overpriced (and not very good food wise) restaurants/bars within close walking distance, and one overpriced supermarket. We ended up hiring a car on our 2nd day and that made a world of difference. We tried out different beaches each day - Dover Beach, Holetown, Alleyene's Beach, Bottom Bay & Bathsheba day. It allowed us to visit lots of great beach bars and restaurants in the evening, and access to the far better Massey supermarket in Holetown. Communication with Richard was rapid and clear. Grantley was very friendly. Overall, I would definitely recommend the property if you are wanting a chilled holiday, but would recommend a car if you're wanting to go further out.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Tamara W.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Great view but apartment was just ok

The draw to this place is the gorgeous location right on the beach. Watching the waves with our coffees in the morning was great, and the sunsets were beautiful. The swimming was OK. While the beach itself is sandy, it's pretty rocky once you're in the water, and it's rocky getting in. But could be solved with water shoes. Also, a warning that the waves varied a lot each day, and we did not consider it safe to swim some of the time because of how strong the surf was. Someone drowned there on our last day. Just be cautious, maybe ask a local's opinion on conditions if you're unsure. Regarding the apartment itself, we didn't care for it. It was a bit rustic, not very well equipped, and had maintenance issues. The master shower wasn't draining hardly at all when we arrived, and they didn't come to address it for 3 days. By then, my husband had spent some time trying to deep clean their drain of sand and hair with an old coat hanger so we could shower. They didn't improve things any further than my husband had, and it continued to drain slow. We didn't want to use the 2nd bathroom because it smelled like mold. The master bed was uncomfortable - too hard, and was just 2 single beds pushed together so there was a gap in the middle. We wouldn't stay here again. Also be aware that you must buy everything, even toilet paper. The owner was very nice, but there seemed to be a disconnect between him and who handles the apartment locally (she was less nice).
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Richard Britton

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Paula and I live in Cyprus and have been visiting and living in Little Reef over the last 35 years with our family. We hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This is a family property which my late father bought when he was working in Barbados. He spent up to 4 or 5 months living in it every year and he last visited in 2013 when he was in his 99th year. The property has been used by 4 generations of our family and is much loved by all, as is the island of Barbados and its people.

What makes this property unique

Little Reef is thought of with affection by all members of our family, because of its location on a beautiful white sand bay untouched by commercialism, and the many happy vacations spent there. The perfect place for chilling out.

Languages:

English, French