St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6160.5 sq m

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Dryer
Washer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Kitchen

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Holetown, Saint James

Mullins Beach
‪3 min drive‬
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
‪4 min drive‬
Sandy Lane Beach
‪10 min drive‬
Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

James Bay is a magnificent beachfront property nestled between luxury homes on either side, set directly on the beach of the fashionable West Coast in the Parish of St. James. All rooms are attractively furnished with a beach lifestyle in mind including hammocks and chaise lounges.The open plan living room with dining area has a kitchen set at one end and leads onto a large well-furnished verandah with views of the Caribbean sea beyond the palm trees and lawned garden. James Bay has been most attractively furnished with a beach lifestyle in mind. and comforts include hammock, chaise lounges, barbecue, ceiling fans, AC in bedrooms, ceiling fans, cable and WiFi. You will enjoy the lovely tropical views of this beachfront villa. The water off James Bay is crystal-clear, calm and pleasantly warm all year round. James bay offers discriminating guests a rare combination of luxury and seclusion. Wonderful beach and sunset views.

Property manager

PJ Ward

Languages

English

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Ocean view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

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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 and a deadlock

About the area

Holetown

Located in Holetown, this villa is on the beach. Kensington Oval is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Mullins Beach and Sandy Lane Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barbados Polo Club or National Stadium. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and horse riding nearby.

Holetown, Saint James

What's nearby

St. James Parish Church - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Mullins Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Holetown Beach - 8 min drive - 3.3 km
Sandy Lane Beach - 10 min drive - 4.4 km

Getting around

Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chefette Lancaster - ‬5 min drive
‪Surfside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
‪Sea Shed - ‬3 min drive
‪Just Grillin' - ‬4 min drive
‪Zaccios - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is St. James Platinum Coast #5 Upper located?

Nestled on the beach, this Holetown villa is within 1 mi (2 km) of Gibbs Bay and Royal Westmoreland Golf Course. Mullins Beach and Gibbes Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Todd J.

28 February 2025

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

Great property

Right on the beach. We had the upper floor and we sat on the deck 90% of the time we were at the property and just stared at the ocean, read, played games, ate meals. It was beautiful. We are snorkelers and the snorkeling was very good right off the beach. Not much live coral but there was an abundance of sea life. Good restaurants a short drive away and a well stocked grocery store in Holetown. Had a car and did day trips to different beaches and sights every day. This is a very nice property and we would definitely stay there again if we go back to Barbados.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David F., Oxford, England

21 April 2023

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

A touch of paradise

We had a great stay in the upstairs apartment overlooking the ocean. The accommodation is great, it is not 5 star but you don't need that here as you live outside on the veranda, on the beach and if you are us at The John Moore Bar round the corner. Marc made us incredibly welcome and after 4 weeks of pure joy I am writing this as we prepare to fly home - I've never not wanted to go home before. Magical in every way.

Stayed 29 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Susan L.

21 February 2023

Apartment on Beach Front

The apartment was spacious with a lovely terrace overlooking the sea. The bedrooms and bathrooms clean but the kitchen seemed to be in need of a bit of a deep clean. We were happy with the check in information provided prior to arriving. We arrived to find the apartment open and the house keeper turned up a bit later. We were contacted once during our 7 night stay to be asked whether we needed any house keeping. There are 2 buildings on site and perhaps the daily service applied to the other building. The apartment was good enough for what we wanted but there was quite a lot of noise from people working on the adjoining properties. The Internet seems to call the apartments St James Bay luxury apartments but I think that description is pushing it. The picture of the beach must be old as it is not as deep now, like a lot of the Caribbean to be fair. The apartment is not expensive compared to some and so I felt that the price was fair for what was on offer.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cher E., Charlotte NC

13 February 2023

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

Unparalleled view!

From the balcony, you are surrounded by tall palms, a grassy garden, birdsong. It’s truly magical. It’s not luxurious. It’s authentic, genuine, clean and very comfortable. Highly recommend!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

SHAR M., Toronto, Canada

15 September 2022

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

West coast cottage

Exactly what I hoped for. Perfect place to relax. Thank you Sherry and P.J!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

11 June 2022

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

Beachlife

Wonderful and relaxing 3 days on the west coast. Everything needed to enjoy the sea and beach, steps from the patio. Great communication and flexibility when we needed to postpone the trip. Highly recommend and look forward to returning.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan H.

6 April 2022

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

Perfect

Perfect setting on a very nice beach. Very relaxing. Charming apartment that I would definitely recommend. The balcony deck was in constant use. It’s located in a quiet area but there are a few bars/ rum shacks and restaurants nearby and it’s just a short bus ride to Holetown or Bridgetown. The manager was very helpful before and during our stay as was the housekeeper. Would definitely return.

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gretchen W.

1 March 2020

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

Great location

A perfect place to relax and enjoy a beautiful view!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Julie L.

30 August 2019

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

Wonderful location !

We stayed at St James garden in the upper unit in August 2019 and we had a wonderful time. The property is so well located and the view on the ocean is simply breathtaking. We watched the sunset every night from the veranda or directly on th beach right in front of the property. If you walk on the beach about 200 feet left, there is a beautiful sandy beach with sun chairs. No seagrass at all. Simply cristal clear blue water (unlike Crane Beach or the East coast of the island, unfortunately). The kitchen is well equipped and you have everything you need. Marc, the owner, was so kind. He even make the arrangements to get us a table The Cliff restaurant for my birthday! If you look to find the perfect location, do not hesitate to go there. Other houses may be more luxurious but you will probably not be directly on the beach and for us, it’s was definitely worth it. We will go back there someday. It’s a little peace of paradise on earth!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig S.

26 February 2019

Perfect location!

Enjoyed the beautiful beachfront and deck. Easy access to bus routes. Be sure to communicate arrival time with the host. The lock for the unit is a key so you need to arrange the time with the housekeeper to enter the building. The dryer does not work well. But everything else was picture perfect! This will be a tough one to beat. The local people are very friendly. We had wonderful times eating at close restaurants and pubs within walking distance. We also had a blast on our snorkeling tour on el tigre catamaran. Super crew, great food and drinks. We will be back!

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nick F.

20 February 2019

A slice of Paradise

Well located and comfortable unit for 2 adult couples. You need a car but close by to excellent restaurants. We had a great stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019

8/10 Good

Ronda F.

31 July 2018

Beautiful view and friendly host

I spent a week here with my teenage daughter and her friend in July 2018. We stayed in the upper two bedroom villa. The view is fantastic overlooking a well-manicured yard with palm trees and the Caribbean. I loved relaxing in the hammock on the porch While reading a book or napping and listening to the waves crash. I would recommend having a rental car... it makes exploring on your own easier without being limited by the bus schedule. We did use the bus though when going out on the town, and easily got a taxi to bring us home. It’s about a three minute drive to Holetown where there are great restaurants and a big grocery store and gas station and post office and everything you need. Mark is the owner and happen to be on the premises while we were there and he was so helpful in helping us find our way around the island and getting us recommendations. I wouldn’t go to Barbados without going on a big catamaran excursion for a day trip. Go with the more expensive trip and it’s well worth the money. Swimming with sea turtles and huge stingray and gorgeous underwater night life Marc is the owner and happened to be on the premises while we were there and he was so helpful in helping us find our way around the island and giving us recommendations. I wouldn’t go to Barbados with out going on a big catamaran excursion for a day trip. Go with the more expensive trip and it’s well worth the money. Swimming with sea turtles and huge stingray and gorgeous underwater life there. As far as the accommodations, they were clean and neat and everything was there that we needed, not luxurious, but the price isn’t luxurious either. That’s the only reason I didn’t give Porter’s 5 stars...if it had been a tad bit more luxurious (like the furnisI would definitely go back to this villa. Thank you Marc for all of your help and kindness during our stay.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mike L.

9 July 2018

Paradise!

Perfect in everyway! We would return.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

20 January 2018

Paradise but better

Tropical setting directly on the beach with mature coconut trees. Looking forward to returning next year.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter M.

9 August 2017

Private view

We spent a very relaxing, very calm 3 days at Upper James Bay in this generously sized apartment looking across a shady garden to the beach and sea beyond. A very private and quiet apartment, sitting well back from the road, so the only sounds are those of the waves and the insects/frogs at night, the flat is generally well equipped and all rooms are spacious. The verandah occupies the full width of the apartment allowing plenty of space for four to eat breakfast in comfort or to relax in easy chairs with a drink while watching the sun set ... or at the other end there's the hammock... And the beach, which we only shared with the one or two families occupying other apartments in James Bay (and then only from time to time), is beautiful, sandy, shaded if you want it, and with plenty to see for these who snorkel - including the occasional turtle if you're lucky. We would recommend renting a car as the nearest places to shop or eat are quite a walk.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Lisa S.

20 June 2017

Perfect beach location!

The house was lovely. The beach was perfect. Great location.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nick S.

13 April 2017

A wonderful location

The showers could do with an upgrade but everything else was great

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sarah I.

8 April 2017

The property and surrounding scenery is spectacular

We really enjoyed our stay at James Bay. It was relaxing and the scenery is beautiful. One suggestion would be to have information within the condo of local telephone numbers , recommended restaurants , taxi companies etc. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2017

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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