Zingiber is a beautifully situated, modern 5 bedroom villa built into the hillside overlooking La Sagesse Bay and Nature Reserve. It has stunning views of the palm fringed sandy beach (voted one of the TOP 10 CARIBBEAN BEACHES by the Observer 2010)
Grenada is a naturally beautiful Island unspoiled by mass tourism with wonderful coves and beaches, rain forests, volcanic lake and waterfalls. Eco tourism is encouraged here. St George is the prettiest capital and port in the Caribbean with plenty of history and a traditional market selling fresh produce and spices. Rum, chocolate and nutmeg are all produced and visitors are welcomed.
This villa is perfect for a relaxing get away for couples, friends or families. It is spacious, homely well equipped and you can spend hours in the infinity pool or on the terrace just looking at the view of the stunning La Sagesse Bay. Although it is tempting to stay at the villa it is also well placed should you wish to venture out to see all Grenada has to offer. The Island is only 17 miles by 11 miles so nowhere is far. There are 3 restaurants and 2 supermarkets within a 10 minute drive, St Georges and Grand Anse are both 20-25 minutes drive away while many attractions are rarely more than 30-40 minutes drive often through lovely scenery.
You can get to the delightful La Sagesse bay by a quick 5 minute drive or if you are fit and adventurous by a steep 15 minute walk down from the ridge! It is very safe for swimming with sunbeds, canoes and boogie boards available for hire. There is a restaurant offering freshly prepared local dishes including soups, salads ( lovely pink dressing!) , fish, seafood, burgers and steaks which is open from morning to evening. There are washrooms and a basic outdoor hose for washing the salt off after a swim.
In the villa itself there are 2 master double bedrooms and 3 twin bedrooms all of which are en suite,
Both master bedrooms and one of the twin bedrooms open out onto a large covered terrace at the front and have wonderful sea views.
All the bedrooms have high ceilings, are light and airy and have air- conditioning although wonderful sea breezes mean it is often not needed. The wardrobes are supplied with plenty of coat hangers.
The large open plan living area includes a kitchen, dining area and living room all opening out onto a large covered terrace with an outdoor dining table and huge corner sofa again with lovely sea views over the bay.
The kitchen is well equipped with fridge/freezer, dishwasher, gas cooker, microwave, toaster, coffee maker and kettle. All cutlery, crockery, pans and utensils are supplied. The island unit has a granite work surface and bar stools.
The dining area has an oak table and can seat 10.
There are 2 large comfy sofas in the living area which has a 42' flat screen TV (with cable if required), DVD player, WiFi and ipod dock. A large selection of DVDs, books and games are provided.
This whole open plan floor arrangement offers plenty of space for everyone to do their own thing.
A Safety deposit box is provided for safe keeping of passports and money.
A separate laundry/utility room provides a washing machine,iron and ironing board and drying rack. There is also a clothes drying line outside.
All bed linens and towels are provided including bath towels, pool towels and beach towels.
A cleaner can be arranged at extra cost payable locally.
This is a lovely property, well equipped and very comfortable with plenty of light airy indoor and outdoor living spaces. It is perfect for 2 families or large groups as it is spacious enough to never feel crowded as well as being very cost effective.
Smaller groups and families are very welcome too and special rates apply for groups of 1-6 apply making it still very cost effective.