The moment that you enter ‘Windward’ you will begin to experience an atmosphere of luxury. The entrance approached through landscaped gardens draws you straight to cool tropical furnishings of the spacious living room and then the spectacular views beyond through the sun terrace of the tranquil aquamarine waters of the lagoon and and the splendid yachts in their moorings. You will be soothed by the gentle breeze of the Tradewinds wafting through the apartment to bring a refreshing feel to this tropical climate.
This unusually large, air conditioned apartment with comfortable luxury has everything for the perfect holiday or extended stay, a well appointed kitchen with its open counter through to the living room, two super large bedrooms each with their own marble tiled bathrooms, a dining/sun lounging terrace, a plunge pool, and one of the most idyllic beaches in Barbados.
LOCATION INFORMATION
Located on the small island in the lagoon in the beautiful marina resort of Port St Charles, boasting one of the best beaches and reefs in Barbados. Peaceful setting.
Port St Charles is 500m north of the small historic town of Speightstown. Here Caribbean life is as it has been for hundreds of years, with the fishermen bringing in the day's catch to be sold at the town's fish market, the colourfully dressed ladies by the side of the main street selling fresh fruit and vegetables, the general hustle and bustle of a genuine Caribbean 'town'. There are also small supermarkets, a variety of shops, art galleries, rum bars, and restaurants. The more modern Holetown is 15 mins and Bridgetown the capital 30 mins away. Travel by bus (a hair raising ride in a yellow bus for $2) or more sedately by car or taxi.
The wild rugged East Atlantic coast is about 20 minutes away. Between PSC and there enjoy visiting Plantation Houses, working Sugar Cane fields, villages, the hills of Scotland, amazing vistas and more.
Bedroom Notes
THE SPACIOUS MASTER BEDROOM
A/C and Ceiling Fan. Superbly appointed, and boasts a luxurious king size bed, oodles of wardrobe and shelf space for your favourite island attire, and a comfortable chaise longue and arm chair allowing you to relax and watch cable TV in the seclusion of your room if you wish to. After a day on the beach, slip into the marble tiled bathroom with double washbasins, shower and bath. The large double french doors from this bedroom lead onto the terrace where the plunge pool and day beds invite you to relax and enjoy the view of the beautiful waters of the lagoon.
THE SECOND BEDROOM
Is equally spacious and has a luxury queen size bed and a single bed, with plenty of wardrobe and cupboard space. This bedroom has its own beautifully equipped marble bathroom and its private enclosed veranda will enable you to enjoy the refreshing tropical breezes. It also has cable TV should you feel the need to connect with the rest of the world, air conditioning and ceiling fan.
Bathrooms
The en-suite to the Master Bedroom features high quality marble tiles with double washbasins, shower and bath. Plenty of cupboard space. Towels and hair-dryer provided.
The Bathroom for the Second Bedroom has a similarly high spec bathroom with double washbasins set in a large vanity unit with cupboards under. Towels etc. provided.
THE SITTING ROOM. Heavenly views of the aquamarine waters almost overwhelm you the minute you enter this room, which is comfortably furnished with a large sofa, two armchairs, a flat screen TV, coffee table and side tables making it a perfect spot for unwinding and relaxing. Through the large French doors, which you will undoubtedly leave open all the time, you enter the terrace which offers a delightful area for outdoor dining, just steps away from the water’s edge. Air conditioning and ceiling fan and option, but rarely needed.
THE KITCHEN is well appointed with fridge freezer, dishwasher, cooker, microwave, liquidiser and all the tools to help you create delicious meals using fantastic local produce and freshly caught fish from the nearby fish market. The kitchen opens to the sitting room with a dining bar and bar chairs. A favourite spot for chatting over cocktails whilst preparing a meal
THE TERRACE
The Dining Terrace has a large teak dining table and deeply cushioned arm chairs, making mealtimes a relaxing affair and with the westerly views over the lagoon, one can relax and enjoy spectacular skies at sunset.
THE PLUNGE POOL TERRACE. Relax here in the evenings or day time on the sun loungers or in the cooling waters of the plunge pool. This private plunge pool over looks the tranquil waters of the lagoon. Relax in the pool after a day on the beach with a Rum Punch or a Glass of champagne and watch the spectacular sunset skies. The plunge pool comfortably takes 6 adults.
Amenities Close to Port St Charles: • WATER-SPORTS - sailing, water-skiing, canoeing available just along the beach.
• DIVING from Speightstown.
• GOLF at: Sandy Lane,Royal Westmoreland, & Apes Hill
• SHOPS, street markets and supermarkets, all in nearby Speightstown, a short walk along the beach
• RESTAURANTS – huge choice with easy access all the way down the West Coast and South Coast
TRANSPORT
• Taxis easily obtainable by phone call
• Buses – brilliant hair-raising rides for about $2 run along the west coast and elsewhere
• Car Hire
FLIGHTS
Daily Flights from LGW to Barbados – BA and Virgin
Weekly Flights from Manchester – Virgin
Transfers 45 minutes by Taxi (pre book)
Why we chose Port St Charles: Owned by David and Lisa Stoute. We fell in love with Port St Charles the first time we drove past the gated entry in 2002. We were exploring the Northern part of the island, and just had to stop and view this delightful place. Construction was still going on, but the place was so beautifully managed it didn’t matter.
We viewed several apartments, but the added bonus of a plunge pool on the terrace and being close to the water left us with no option but to choose 'Windward'. We have had no regrets since. The ambience in the apartment and in Port St Charles is so relaxing and refreshing. It is a delight to walk around Port St Charles taking in the beautiful tropical gardens and the heavy scent of flowers. We are also so fortunate to have one of the best swimming/ snorkelling/ sunbathing beaches on the island, and despite all beaches in Barbados being public the beach at Port St Charles is never busy. There is no need for me to say all this - just read the reviews,and you will wish to stay here too.