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Idyllic Luxury Beach House

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Beach
Pool

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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St Mary's, Saint Mary
  • Jolly Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Hermitage Bay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Valley Church Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom #1

3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom #3

1 King Bed

Bedroom #4

1 King Bed

Bedroom # 2

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom # 5 - Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 7

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Idyllic Luxury Beach House

This stunning 5 Bedroom island retreat captures the essence of Caribbean living in modern relaxed style. Meticulous attention to detail can be felt in every aspect of CooL HouSe s understated elegance and premium quality finish - one of the true gems of Antigua s beautiful western cape.

Nestled deep within the gated security of Jolly Harbour, at the end of the secluded North Finger beach, far from vehicular and pedestrian traffic, CooL HouSe is the perfect island getaway. Enjoy convenience, safety and privacy without finding oneself in the middle of nowhere although the house’s tranquility would sometimes make it seem that way.

Three main buildings adorn the property, connected by garden walkways dotted with tropical greenery, a soothingly bubbling fountain and relaxing areas to chill out in the shade. Caribbean “outdoor living” is not a catchphrase, but a central axiom defining the entire design of every space in CooL HouSe.

The heart of CooL HouSe is an outdoor covered dining, living, coffee, bar and billiard area overlooking the turquoise tranquility of the Caribbean Sea. A 40-foot unobstructed view overlooks the pool and effortlessly transforms into a mosquito-free zone with fully automated screens that protect the entire living area. Enjoy being outside all evening long without any nuisance from bugs whatsoever. Relaxing on the couches with a view to the beach, playing a game of billiards, dining on the luxurious 14 seat live-slab table, or enjoying a cocktail at the wrap-around bar, all while basking in the glow of a western sunset and the murmuring of the sea.

The kitchen and main living areas catch the trade winds and allow the breeze to flow right through the complex, while being at the heart of the house. The exclusive custom made and installed German kitchen comes completely stocked with any and all necessary professional cooking gear. Appliances include a wine fridge, separate beer and drinks fridge, the main Miele fridge, a professional grade under counter ice maker, a massive gas cooktop, and all of the necessary small appliance goodies. A breakfast counter and large couch are integrated inside the kitchen for convenience and conviviality while preparing and enjoying the space, as well as the wrap-around bar connecting straight through to the main kitchen counter area.

Attached to the kitchen is a second living room area with a huge 80-inch television and sound system as well as plenty of comfortable seating for a fully immersive television experience. The area can be segregated with tall glass doors for privacy and air-conditioned viewing if desired. 6 Sonos speakers are found throughout the main building with several different listening possibilities.

The master suite is connected to the main outdoor living area via a side hallway, and features an unobstructed view of the beach, with it’s own private seating area/balcony. The breeze-through design connects the en suite bathroom to CooL HouSe’s luscious interior courtyard. The spacious bathroom includes a large shower, stone countertop with twin Italian sinks, a deliciously inviting bathtub for soaking in the sounds of the water feature beside and the gentle air of the winter trades at night.

Two supplementary buildings each house a pair of fully appointed bedrooms with en suite bathrooms, king size beds and a myriad of possibilities to ensure guest comfort in many different configurations. All of the bedrooms include air conditioning and private outdoor seating areas with individual entrances. One of the bedrooms is equipped with a kitchenette with a small stove and refrigerator for convenience. This same bedroom communicates via interior doors with another bedroom configured with two bunk beds: 1 single over single, and 1 single over double. This allows for a very complete child sleeping capacity, or comfortable accommodation for an adult couple as well.

**Of note regarding occupancy and sleeping arrangements is that Cool House is only suitable for a maximum occupancy of 10 adults + 3 children. This is due to the bed configuration in the 5th bedroom.**

CooL HouSe’s open design, with individual spaces delimited by landscaping and features means there’s enough roof for everyone. A living experience where there is literally enough space for guests to be on their own, in one of the myriad of spots throughout the compound, or then together when desired in the shared areas. Daybeds in the courtyard and a huge integrated seating area for snoozing by the bubbling water feature, a rooftop patio to enjoy a lazy end of day cocktail, comfortable lounge chairs poolside as well as 2 in-pool loungers, beach chairs beside the sea, there is certainly something for everyone.

The pool features a saltwater chlorinator that is extremely easy on the skin and eyes. There is a shallow wading area convenient for toddlers or for enjoying the integrated pool loungers in the sun. The patio includes 2 professional in-deck Tucci umbrellas for those who desire a little shade from the hot Caribbean sun.

There is a large separate laundry room complete with a very high capacity washing machine and dryer such that any work carried out by cleaning personnel will not disturb guests during their stay.

In addition to chilling out at the house, Jolly Harbor is home to a large well-stocked grocery store, golf and tennis, restaurants, bars, charter sailing and fishing to name a few. We can easily arrange many of the other services, sightseeing or adventure activities located on or from the island upon request. Such requests may include:

-Kitchen stocking
-Daily maid services
-Personal chef
-Car/Jeep golf cart rental
-Dining recommendations and reservations
-Massage & Yoga sessions
-Private Jet Skis
-Sailing lessons
-Boat rentals
-Snorkel & Scuba trips
-Golf and Tennis
-Helicopter Tour of the Island
-Catamaran Cruise around Antigua
-Private Sailing charter
-Horseback Riding on the Beach
-Kite surfing

Let us know what you have in mind and we can help make those ideas come to life!

Guest access:
The beach house includes five bedrooms each with en suite bathrooms, a private beach, swimming pool, parking, a luxurious landscaped courtyard, and a large main building featuring a true outdoor living concept throughout.

Interaction with guests:
You will be welcomed at the property by our delightful house manager, Michal. She will assist you with any questions or supplementary requests that you may desire.

Other things to note:
It is recommended that guests rent a car/jeep to fully appreciate all of the places and activities that Antigua has to offer. Jolly Harbour itself is quite a large gated community, so getting to and from the house, groceries, restaurants etc will require a method of transportation.
If you require a golf cart, please contact jollycartrentals well in advance to ensure availability.

Cool House is a registered and certified rental accommodation. It is listed in the ABTA website under the name "PC Holdings".

Some guests may wish to consider travel insurance that includes trip cancellation coverage for accommodations as well as flights depending on specific airline policies regarding flight cancellations to mitigate local or international changes in travel conditions.

Occupancy Tax: The Antiguan Government has imposed a new occupancy tax as of October 2021. Since the tax is based on occupancy numbers, we cannot add it to our quoting system as VRBO does not allow this kind of per-occupant levy during the booking process. Although we could theoretically add a blanket percentage to the price, this would not be an accurate or fair reflection of the reality. Therefore, we are unfortunately constrained as per the government rules to ask our guests to pay a per person tax of 5 USD each day stayed at the house. This can either be paid in cash to Michal our manager, though should you prefer, I can also put through a payment request through the platform prior to arrival.

Every full week rental inculdes a cleaning, usually around the midway point of your stay.

Property manager

Benedicte DIERICKX
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 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
Each guest in any renting party understands and agrees to attached mandatory liability waiver's terms as a result of booking CooL HouSe.
Please read our Welcome Document attached for all the useful details.
And finally would you be kind enough to fill out our Guest From attached for our house manager to organize your arrival.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Jolly Harbour

Located in Jolly Harbour, this villa is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jolly Beach and Dickenson Bay Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Antigua Botanical Gardens, or check out an event or a game at Recreation Ground. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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St Mary's, Saint Mary

What's nearby

  • Mosquito Cove Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Jolly Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Hermitage Bay - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Valley Church Beach - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Fryes Beach - 6 min drive - 3.5 km

Getting around

  • St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Score - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Sheer Rocks Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Harbour View Bar & Cafe Antigua - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Coconut Grill & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Castaways - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Idyllic Luxury Beach House have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Idyllic Luxury Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Idyllic Luxury Beach House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Idyllic Luxury Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Idyllic Luxury Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Jolly Harbour villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Mosquito Cove Beach and Jolly Beach. Valley Church Beach and Jolly Harbour Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karey W.

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

Cool House

The name says it all! This house is so cool! The separate sleeping areas is great for an extended family vacation. We had great family interaction in the general living areas and when you wanted some quiet time you had your own “ sanctuary” to retreat to. The views are stunning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue D.

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

Celebrating our anniversary with family

Best family vacation ever. This was our first time to Antiqua. The property was beyond our expectations. Jamie was so helpful and responsive to all our needs.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ira B.

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

Great House

This is a beautiful house with a superb location having beach front and very close proximity to jolly harbour grocery store and other facilities. It is well equipped and very comfortable. We loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

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

Paradise

This was our return to Coolhouse and it was just as good as the first time! This house is amazing! You could do absoulutly nothing all day and still have a great time. The pool, quick access to the beautiful beach, and the views are stunning. Our host Jamie took care of all our needs. Our chef Sira was amazing! Already planning our next return.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amye B.

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

Excellent stay in private paradise.

Relaxing & everything needed you can find in the Jolly Harbor community! Staff was wonderful deal with & responsive. Chef Sira (personal house chef) cooked great food the local way. We used her services for 2 evening meals & would recommend taking advantage of her services if able. Pool was wonderful, beach was fabulous too.. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric R.

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

Spectacular

My wife and family stayed at this spectacular property. Every detail of this property was spot on!! Jaimie the house manager answered all of our questions for over a year of planning our vacation. The property was immaculate thanks to Vanetta and her staff. Thank you to Michelle for also catering to all of our needs.There is nothing worse then going on vacation and running out of towels and essentials. This house could not be more well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy our trip and not stress out. The "Cool House" was a "total" experience and we could not have been more pleased. Thank you to the owners for sharing your breath taking home with all of us to enjoy. We truly could not have been more pleased!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francis C.

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

Family Time

It was one of the best beach front stays yet.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas E.

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

Beautiful oasis

This house has everything you need for a fun relaxing vacation. Beautiful panoramic views, clean calm water and beach! The design and flow of the property is amazing with the perfect combination of indoor/outdoor living space.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

MIKE K., Omaha

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

Cool house jolly harbor

Great
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool House was truly amazing! We throughly enjoyed the pool, especially the chair deck ledge for my grandchildren to play on. The beach front was beautiful. The kayaks and paddle board were an excellent plus. The sunsets were amazing, too.The kitchen had just about every kitchen tool possible. It is truly a chef’s kitchen. We had Chef Sira in one evening. She made us Ravilio, Paella and individual chocolate lave cakes. She was fabulous! The bedrooms and bathrooms were all incredibly clean. The beds were very comfortable.The patio was very big with lots of seating and ceiling fans to keep it cool. But the best part about the patio were the mosquito screens. They allowed us to eat our family dinners out there each evening. Jamie. the house manager, was truly exceptional. She answered every question I had prior to coming in. She met us at the house when we arrived. Gave us the grand tour. And she was a text message away if we needed her. I would highly, highly recommend this awesome home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint M.

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

Almost too amazing for words

The house, the pool, the private beach, the views, and the support staff were among the best I’ve ever experienced. It is a truly magical place ran by true professionals. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Wonderful

The house is great - even better than it looks in the photos. Between the house, the pool and the beach, we rarely left the property. Jamie and Michal were a great help, even getting jumper cables when our hire car broke down on the way to the airport. Chef Sira cooked for us two nights. Both meals were excellent and we highly recommend her.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

3rd Time

Awesome as usual third time staying here From checkin with machel seem less as usual and chef Sira is a must enjoyed her meals and company Best place to stay by far
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew W.

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

5star

Nothing more needs to be said
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., USA

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

Second Year in a Row

2nd year in a row down and already booked for #3. Awesome place to stay. All the amenities one could ask for. We cannot wait for our stay next year. The Villa is amazing and makes you feel relaxed as soon as you come thru the doors. Owners are so easy to work with and Michel, property manager is so accommodating. See you in 2024!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

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

Great Villa! Great Vacay!

The villa is excellent with very well thought out design, provisions, and features that lead to comfort and top of the line stay! Michel was an excellent manager and responded to every request and question quickly and thoroughly. 5 couples with plenty of room. Her suggestions of activities and restaurants was excellent and always spot on. Al Porto was excellent for dinner and then later for take-out pizza. Hemingway's in town for dinner was one of the best Caribbean restaurants we have ever eaten at with outstanding service. We did the Extreme Navigation with Adventure Antigua, and it was a great day. Cannot say enough about this property and its management.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anthony F.

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

Exceeded Expectations

Rarely does the experience exceed the listing's expectations but this property is just perfect. The contact for the house was fantastic and super responsive. The chef for the house was magical and not only cooked but also cleaned up and served. She even took the time to show us the best supermarkets and liquor stores outside of Jolly Harbour. We were there for a week, and the chef prepared six different meals of all types (breakfast, lunch, and dinner). We were celebrating a milestone birthday, and she arranged for a birthday cake based on my specifications. Just a great experience all around.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza H.

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

Absolutely perfect

Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Island Sisters/Antigua

Our group of 10 (60+ year old) women (sisters, cousins, friends from HS) loved our time at the CooL HouSe! The house is beautiful and very well equipped with everything in the kitchen! The beds were comfortable! The house outlets were the same as ours in the US. Each bathroom had a hairdryer, too. The views of the cove from the house were so calming and scenic. We enjoyed walks on the beach (take some water shoes-beautiful but abundant shells on the beach), sunsets, and plenty of room to gather for games and conversation! The pool is a saltwater pool--water was cold and refreshing! The house also has 2 kayaks and 1 paddle board. Michel, the house manager, was so helpful! She arranged our transfers to and from the airport. She was able to find us a golf cart(!) to rent for the week! Michel provisioned our house with a list we had given her. She booked us at Akropolis for dinner, which was amazing! Aris, the owner arranged for special appetizer platters to start us off! We also had dinner at Basilico, another favorite place! But our favorite was the chef Michel found for us! Sira was truly amazing! She fixed dinner for us on our first night, which put us right into "vacay" mood! We loved her so much, we asked her to come back later in the week. Her cooking is amazing and her personality was so warm and welcoming! She even brought us a surprise the first night that will be treasured forever! The golf cart was great for getting to the grocery and Jolly Beach. It was $125 for the week. We also used Randy as our driver to dinners in Jolly Harbour--about $40-50 roundtrip from our house to restaurants in Jolly Harbour. He was great! Very friendly! We went on the Adventure Extreme Circumnavigate Cruise, which we loved! David, Arian, and Tyrese (the ships crew) took us around the island, stopping at several places to swim, snorkel, have lunch and also included a stop to Stingray City to hold a stingray! They made the trip so entertaining with their funny jokes and great personalities! We got to see (from the water) Devil's Bridge, Hell's Gate, Pillars of Hercules, Armani's house, Eric Clapton's house and so much more! The grocery in Jolly Harbour is one of the largest on the island. That said, some items were still hard to find. But you can buy liquor, wine and beer there. Try the French yogurt--really wonderful! The people we met in Antigua were so friendly! We loved this island! **Need CASH for taxis, chef, trips and tips!**
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

KATHY M.

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

First VRBO

The property was amazing. The property manager was excellent. The pool and beach beautiful. We had a chef come in for dinner every evening and I would definitely recommend. There are only a couple of dining options within Jolly Harbor. That’s why we opted for the Miguel (the chef). Would would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

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

Amazing house

Really can't say enough good things about this property, accommodation is amazing, location fantastic - just loved everything.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

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

2nd stay

Just amazing place already looking forward to comin back again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M., USA

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

Antigua’s Best

My family has been coming to Antigua for more than 30 years and my nephew, who is 23, summed it up perfectly, “this is the best place we have stayed”. From the booking process to the checkout process everything was seamless. Thank you to Thomas and Benedict. And thank you to Michel who was amazing as well. We utilize the kitchen and do all of our cooking. My husband, who does all the cooking, said that the kitchen had all the amenities he needed. The Bedrooms and space were great, so, you can be together or have privacy (there were 6 of us). The beach and pool felt so private that it felt like we were alone on the island. The ocean toys were a plus, as was the pool table. The layout of the house was the best we have seen in a Jolly Harbour villa, and we have seen more than our share. The creme de la creme were the electric screens. With a touch of a button, the mosquitos were an afterthought. Brilliant design. We have already booked for next year and cannot wait!! Thanks again Shannon (Washington, DC)
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Benedicte DIERICKX

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English, French, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests