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Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios

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Property grounds
Interior
Front Porch
Room
Bathroom

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish
  • Place, Green Grotto Caves
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunn's River Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Dolphin Cove
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master

1 King Bed

Second Room

2 Single Beds

Third Room

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios

Villa A at Cannon Villas is lovingly cared for by it's discerning owner of over 30 years. It is the pride and joy of the family and we are happy to share it with you. It is set right on one of Jamaica's naturally concealed beaches, on a private compound shared with 5 other family-owned villas. Rosalie your own housekeeper/cook will take great care of you, and caretaker Conroy is very attentive and helpful. Cottage A is a rare treasure located just walking distance from the secluded Laughing Waters waterfall (featured in a number of James Bond films) and 10 mins drive from the town of Ocho Rios and offers easy access to most of Jamaica's major attractions. The three airconditioned bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms are tastefully appointed, as is the whole villa to create a feeling of homeliness with quality. Our guest book is filled with sincere messages of gratitude from guests who have enjoyed some of their most memorable holidays there. Cottage A is for discerning guests who want an authentic, quaint yet tasteful beachside cottage experience.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
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

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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the area

Ocho Rios

Located in Ocho Rios, this villa is near theme parks and on the beach. Reggae Xplosion Museum and Bob Marley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster and Shaw Park Botanical Gardens. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.
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Ocho Rios, St. Ann Parish

What's nearby

  • Green Grotto Caves - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Dolphin Cove - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mystic Mountain - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Turtle Beach - 12 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandalay Asian Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Riu Ocho Rios Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪St. Ann International Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Blu - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bob Marley Bar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa on the Beach. Charming, Quaint 3 bedroom at Cannon Villas Ocho Rios located?

Nestled on the beach, this Ocho Rios villa is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Green Grotto Caves and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Dunn's River Falls. Dunn's River Craft Park and Mystic Mountain are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Blake J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matthew was an outstanding host - responsive, attentive, and thorough in answering our questions. The location was excellent, and both the beach and beach access were 10/10. Marlene, the housekeeper, was fantastic - she’s incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, making the entire stay effortless.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robbie P.

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

Quiet Beach stay

Cottage was as described AC in rooms worked greatOpen in living/dining/kitchen so that obviously gets warm. Secluded beach was nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn C.

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

A little piece of Heaven!

We had a wonderful time! Marlene was an excellent cook and certainly prepared food that we loved!The easy access to the beach was wonderful and certainly was not crowded.We certainly would love to return again next year for a longer stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga R.

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

Cottage by the ocean

This property was cozy and comfortable for our family's few days visit to the coast. Staff was very pleasant but professional. This was our second visit and would definitely be going back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

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

Always wonderful

We love staying at this property with our family. It’s incredibly beautiful and relaxing. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erik B.

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

We all had a great time at this idyllic location

Great location and beautiful beach. May not be for the Jamaica travel novice or those who prefer the all-inclusive lifestyle. Would definitely stay again. The housekeeper and sometimes cook, Marleen was a delight.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

January 2024

Lovely laid back beach cottage. Marlene was wonderful, great cook making our stay perfect.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Cannon Villas, Villa A

Great location, right on the beach. Staff and food were excellent. We chose to eat local dishes. Marlene is an excellent cook and took care of all our needs. Difficult to pick a favourite food - oxtail, brown stew fish, ackee and salt fish, mackerel run down, jerk chicken, rice and peas, plantain, bammy, breadfruit, salt fish fritters, etc. Everyone had a great time. Would definitely return again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a long awaited family getaway visiting Jamaica. The Villa exceeded our expectations and provided a serene and idyllic location to enjoy the beach and all of the surrounding activities that are close by. From the moment you enter the property and are greeted by the security staff, grounds caretaker and Villa staff you knew that you were going to enjoy your stay with warmth and experience something special. Marlene prepared for us many wonderful meals that are well known throughout the island and we had ackee and salfish the Jamaican National Dish! What a treat!!! She and Tracy also made sure that all of our needs were met for a comfortable and memorable stay. Highly recommend and I can see why this Villa with its location on a pristine beach, close to all of the well know attractions, and great customer service and experience is a favorite for its past guests…we will definitely return if future travel plans takes us back to Ocho Rios.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra K.

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

The perfect family getaway

This villa was the perfect peaceful and fun getaway for my family. We stayed here with 2 kids (3 & 5) and 3 adults and it was the perfect amount of space for us. Marlene did a great job making sure we were comfortable, well-fed (she’s an amazing cook), and that the villa was always tidy and comfortable. Matthew was the perfect host. We traveled during a time of extreme uncertainty due to the hurricane and Matthew was extremely communicative, understanding, flexible and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clint B.

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

Relaxing beautiful bubble by the beach

We had a wonderful relaxing time at the villa. Marlene & Tracy were lovely and kind enough to make us breakfast each day, then we relaxed on the beach, and even did some snorkeling. The location is fantastic - just on the edge of Ochi but the private beach makes it feel like a small oasis away from the hype. Scotchies for delicious jerk is across the street, and Dunns River Falls is around the corner for a little adventure. It was exactly what we needed, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

9 day vacation

Just spend nine incredible days with my wife and two grown sons at this beach side villa in Mammee Bay, just outside of Ocho Rios. Marlene, our housekeeper, was a boss who attended to our every need with her culinary skills and great hospitality and Anthony, our groundsman, was always available to chop coconuts, man the grill and provide any other necessary assistance. For adults or a family with kids, this villa cannot be beat for location and service. We've been coming here for years and cannot wait to return. I highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JANET D.

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

IDYLLIC BEACH VILLA

As my title states,this was the most peaceful ,picturesque piece of heaven.We were 4 sisters of mature age truly enjoying every bit of RELAXATION in the most idyllic spot. The cottage is much more than I expected,and too good to be true. We loved the private beach steps from the door,the quiet uninterrupted joy and the splendor of the grounds . Marlen took care of us,making us feel like family.She cooked some of our favorite Jamaican dishes,serving it up with a smile and so much love. Anthony the grounds keeper cut our coconuts and brought us mangoes he picked on the property.He was such a pleasure and very helpful to us. Cannon Villa A is definitely my yearly vacation spot. Love,love it.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M.

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

Beautiful, Peaceful, and Excellent Service!

You enter Old Fort Bay through a security gate that is manned 100% of the time. The Cannon Villas have 6 Villas and you enter another gate to get into the property. Villa A is right in the beach and has the best view by far. Property is steps away from the beach. They have 2 loungers and the property has others you can use. Great to have an option to view the water without having to be on the beach. Water is gorgeous blues. It’s in Old Fort Bay. End to end the bay is about 1/4 mile walk on the beach. Really nice snorkeling less than 100 yards off the beach. Bring your snorkel gear. House is older but they have invested in the property with remodels. This is not the 4 Seasons but very nice. Definitely more of a beach villa feel. 3 rooms all with air conditioning. Main living space and kitchen are not air conditioned so you keep the doors and windows open to create a draft. Service, location, and security is really what makes this a 10/10. You will have a housekeeper(s) Marlene and Tracey. They make up your room, clean and cook for you each day. They arrive at 9 AM and stay until around 5-530. They are a couple of groundskeepers Jermaine and Favion there during the day taking care of the grounds of the 6 properties. At night 6 PM to 6 AM there is a security guard BooDoo (sp?). If you want Marlene to cook you will work with her on meals. We wanted to experience Jamaican cuisine so we went for fish, goat curry, oxtail and beans, and chicken. Take a taxi to get food.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marva L.

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

Cottage on the Beach

My family and I had an enjoyable stay here. Marlene & Tracey was very gracious accommodating all our needs . I would definitely stay there again The beach is family friendly and clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Deborah W.

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

Little cottage in paradise

We had a wonderful time! From the moment we arrived to the morning of departure, Marlene the cook/housekeeper made Jamaica dishes sure to please even the picky ones! She made sure all our needs and wants were met! This was a very special trip that We will remember for sure!!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Garth M.

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

Relaxation at Cannon Villa

What a great week my cousin and I spent at this great beach front bungalow. Mrs Marlene our chef and property manager was the highlight of the trip she helped us with getting food for the week and having great meals through the days. Property is gated and secure, grounds are kept clean on a daily basis. Definitely would love to stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

RENEE A.

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

Paradise

This villa is literally on the beach. Angela was great and the entire stay was flawless. The villa should provide basic kitchen needs (seasonings, oil etc) rather than having guests who are staying a short while having to purchase these items.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brooklyn B.

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

The Amazing Marlene

The cottage is well kept and comfortable. Out of the cottages this is the best one. Beautiful beach and carribean ocean right in front of you. The best gem to this property is Ms. Marlene. She is the cook, housekeeper, mother, friend. I love her and can't wait to get back to her.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly S.

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

Wonderful!!

My family really enjoyed this property! We had our own private beach, the owner Matthew answered all my questions (and I had a lot). He was very kind and helpful! Miss Green our cook and housekeeper is so sweet and her cooking is amazing!!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina N.

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

What a view!

We felt like we were living in a postcard in this charming villa with the most beautiful beach front view. Marlene is a wonderful cook and the property manager was extremely responsive. We will be returning for sure!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carl T.

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

Excellence All Around/ The Place to Be

Perfect location, indeed a hidden paradise, unadulterated bliss! From the moment we entered the property until we left, the service and accommodation were unsurpassed. Pristine beachfront at the reach of your hand. Breathtaking sunrise and glowing sunsets. The accommodations were excellent and it felt like my very own home on steroids! I had no desire to return to Texas, but I must, in order to repeat this trip next year. Kudos to the owners, housekeeper/ cook, gardener and the beach crew. There was never too much to ask. Thanks guys and bless up!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A.

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

Relaxing Stay

Communication from the owner, Matthew, was fantastic from my first inquiry. We were met at the property by Marlene and she had dinner waiting for us as we arrived late. I did contact her a few days prior to request a prepared meal. Marlene's cooking is better than any restaurant! She will request a shopping list/meals requested and she will also make suggestions! Every meal she prepared what fantastic. She was a joy to have in the house! Be sure to ask her how to get to Laughing Water waterfalls, she will instruct you to ask one of the beach employees to escort you during the short walk there! The property was beautiful and the everyone was friendly. Don't forget your bug spray! My sister and I traveled to Jamaica for an ancestral visit and we could have not picked a better Jamaica home than Cannon Villas A. Thank you and we hope to be back sooner rather than later!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

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

Beachfront Villa with breathtaking views and outstanding cuisine

We loved resting and waking to the sounds of the beach. The view from the Villa is breathtaking. Within steps you’re on a private beach and soaking up the sun. The Villa itself is beautiful with vibrant colors inside and out. An extraordinary part of the experience was the chef, Ms. Marlene who cooked exquisite and authentic Jamaican home cooked meals. Ms. Marlene was the highlight of our trip. Matthew, the property owner, is incredibly responsive from the moment you book to to arrival, making sure things are smooth. We can’t wait to return soon! We loved every moment. -k
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz K.

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

Sweet spot on the beach

This villa is the perfect place if you want to enjoy this private beach, homemade meals, hear the ocean at night and venture out to Ocho Rios for patties or jerk chicken. We stayed here on a “girls” trip and felt very safe and comfortable in the house.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Matthew

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We are a family of Jamaican professionals working in the legal and real estate sectors and live in Kingston

Why they chose this property

We first bought this Villa along with another family so that we could all have a place to spend weekends and holidays. As a young couple with a mortgage, we couldn't afford it on our own but we knew it was one of the best beach locations in Jamaica, and we knew it would never be cluttered with hotels because of the established residential and vacation home community around it. Some of our family's best memories were made at Cottage A. Bonfires on the beach, water skiing, fishing trips ending with beach bar-b-ques, walks over to the nearby Laughing Waters waterfall, and lots of laughs with great friends are some of the good times that spring to mind whenever we talk about Cannon. It was tough to buy it in the early days but buying tis villa was one of our best decisions

What makes this property unique

The location is the biggest benefit. People from all over Jamaica and other Caribbean islands regularly refer to it as one of the loveliest spots they have been to. Many have been to larger, more modern, more salubrious villas but the location and quaint, simple but tasteful surroundings make Cannon hard to beat

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