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Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados

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Front of house
Front of house
Relaxing in the garden
Lounge

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8297.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Lower Carlton, St James
  • Mullins Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Sandy Lane Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest Bedroom 1 (Air Con)

1 Queen Bed

Guest Bedroom (Air con)

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom (Air Con)

1 Queen Bed

Twin Bedroom (Air con)

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Pool bathroom.

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados


'Shutters' is a traditionally designed house on the famous west coast of Barbados. Within 5 minutes walk of the quiet but stunning Reeds Bay (see photo), 'Shutters' has the added advantage of a private pool (18' x 12') and garden. All the rooms are spacious and airy with fitted mosquito frames (no glass windows) but the house comes with all bedrooms being fully air-conditioned for those who prefer the cold!

'Shutters' is in the village of Lower Carlton which is between Holetown to the south, and Speightstown to the north. Consequently it is within easy reach of all the fabulous bars and restaurants the west (Platinum) coast has to offer. Lower Carlton itself is a quiet, sleepy village but the Carlton Variety Store (3-4 mins walk from Shutters) offers amazing rum punch, beers and general chatting most nights with fantastic grilled fish on Thurs, Friday and Saturdays, and the famous John Moore Bar is a 8 or 10 mins walk from the house, and there are several nice little eateries within 10 minutes walk. Lower Carlton has a fishmarket which sells the most delicious (and cheap) fish, and a fruit and veg stall which sells local produce. There is also a small mini-mart. For additional shopping Bridgetown, Holetown and Speightstown are a quick bus ride away.

There are a wide variety of activities available up and down the west coast, and the wild surfing water of the east coast is about 40 minutes drive away. The house is 40 minutes from the airport.

'Shutters' is tastefully furnished and comfortable. The housekeeper will clean the house and change the bed linen and towels twice a week. The garden and pool are tended to weekly.
Inclusive in the rental fee is the Mandatory Shared Levy Fee which paid onto the Barbados revenue Authority at 10%

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Property manager

Jackie Harper

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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
Covid 19 quarantine monitoring at £50 per night required.

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 first aid kit

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Weston

Located in Weston, this holiday home is near 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lower Carlton, St James

What's nearby

  • Mullins Beach - 2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • St. James Parish Church - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Holetown Beach - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 11 min drive - 5.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chefette Lancaster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Chefette - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Pub - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Orange Street Grocer - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sea Shed - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful House on the West Coast of Barbados located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Gibbs Bay, Mullins Bay and Gibbes Beach. Mullins Beach and Royal Westmoreland Golf Course are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire T.

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

Amazing trip

Great house in an incredible location. It has everything you need and is extremely well appointed. We were so sad to leave! Simply wonderful.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Great getaway option

Shutters is a great house with plenty of space. Located within walking distance of a very nice beach and a short drive to several others. Also plenty of shops and restaurants within a short driving distance. I would definitely recommend having a car when renting Shutters and getting acquainted with the very nice neighbors. With the exception of a couple of appliances needing a little updating, it is a great place!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrian A.

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

Great Home, Ideal Location!

Shutters was a wonderful home. It was the perfect place to stay for our party of 6 people. My adult kids enjoyed the pool when we were not at one of the local beaches or touring the island. The location is ideal with a short drive into Holetown.
Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Simone L., Toronto, Ontario

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

You gotta stay here!

Shutters is a gorgeous house. Once you get there you won't want to leave! Booking with Jackie makes it even better. Communication is clear, she provides you with all the information you will need to enjoy the house and the neighbourhood. We are frequent visitors to the Bim and we will definitely rent Shutters again. Thanks for everything Jackie!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

caroline g.

Shutters, we loved it so much we came back

This was our second holiday at Beautiful Shutters. It is such a lovely friendly place, relaxing and spacious. My partner and I - and our 3 teenagers, who made friends with the locals and had some great times. We bought freshly caught fish at the end of the rd, yummy barbeque. Snorkeling with the turtles on reeds bay was amazing. Jennifer the owner has always been very helpful and keen for us to have a fantastic holiday. Once again Jennifer - thank you
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

60th Birthday celebrations

The house, gardens, pool and location are fantastic. Although situated in local residential area the locals were very friendly and we felt safe at all times. The house is very close to Gibbs beach which in our opinion, having spent many years visiting the Island, is one of the best in Barbados. Jefferson is the owner of Carlton bar and grill situated at the end of the road and who is extremely friendly and assisted in sourcing the best value hire car, taxi and island boat trips. The villa owner, Jennifer, is also very friendly and helpful. All in all a fantastic villa and holiday
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Guestbook Comment

This was one of the best holidays of my life. The house is so close to the beach and accessible, yet private. It is a very large and comfortable house with well considered amenities. The neighborhood is incredibly charming. I've never been welcomed and cared for so well. I was torn between drinks at sunset on the deck or sunset on the beach (just a couple of minutes down the path) every night of my stay. Both Shutters and Barbados are often in my thoughts and always make me smile.

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Shutters is a fantastic

Shutters was wonderful, well equipped and kept clean by the lovely Eudora. Near beautiful beaches, especially Reeds Bay which is just down the road. A five minute drive into HOLETOWN with a supermarket, shops and some great restaurants . If you can go to Surfside on a Sunday night to listen to a steel band, Oistens on Friday and although slightly more expensive Lone Star Garage restaurant is a must. Would recommend Huntes Garden ,Wildlife Reserve and the Animal flower cave. A great villa in a great location, we will defiantly be back soon. The Bristol Chinnock’s. Thank you to Jenni and Fi x

10/10 Excellent

Andrew S.

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

Amazing and Enchanting Vacation Experience

Shutters is an all-around incredible place for a family holiday. It is located in a typical Bajan neighborhood that is verdant and is surrounded by friendly people and animal life. Test it is also extremely private for a self-contained stay, with expansive property envelope, swimming pool, and large balcony and patio area for ultimate relaxation. Best of all, it is only 5 minutes walk from Reeds Bay Beach, which is beautiful and never too crowded. Both Jackie and Eudora the housekeeper are very easy to communicate with, and the house is amply stocked for cooking. One very slight suggestion would be to leave enough toilet tissue on hand for a 1-week stay, since it is a little difficult to replenish this item in the immediate neighborhood. But overall, we couldn’t have asked for more in a vacation rental. Bravo!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D., Oakville, Canada

Beautiful retreat

My family and I recently stayed at Shutters and we had a fantastic time. The house is lovely, the area is great (provided you aren't looking for 24 x 7 partying !!) Local fish fry fantastic, local bar entertaining. Less than 5 minutes walk from a wonderful beach Towns of Speightstown and Holetown are only a five minute, $2, whitenuckle bus ride away. Both of these have some great restaurants and bars. The wildlife is plentiful if a little noisy !! We had hundreds of birds in the garden including a baby heron that came looking for fish in the pool every morning !! The noise from the cockerel, birds and local dogs can take some getting used to. If you are a light sleeper definitely recommend taking some ear plugs for the dawn chorus !! All in all a great holiday in a lovely part of this beautiful island.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barb K., Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

40th birthday vacation

We had a really great time.  The house was everything we expected it to be.  It was clean and well-maintained. The kids loved the pool and spent a lot of time in there.  The roosters were loud but we came prepared with ear plugs and after a few days didn't notice it too much.  The location was great in the village, we got to experience the "real Barbados". All of the neighbours were quite friendly. Our favorite excursion was snorkeling with the turtles, what a great experience.  We also enjoyed doing short trips to different beaches on the island.  My favorite was Bottom's Bay, it had such a secluded feel to the beach.  Of course we also loved the beach down the street from the house, it was perfect for snorkeling.  We saw so many different kinds of fish. The owner, Jennifer, was really great, always prompt in responding to our questions and providing us with recommendations. Overall we were very pleased with the rental and wouldn't hesitate to recommend it.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy L.

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

Lovely Villa

2 weeks in beautiful Barbados. Shutters Villa is a short 5 minute walk to one of the best beaches on the West Coast. We wanted a place close to Speightstown as we are scuba divers and dive with Reefers and Wreckers who are excellent! The bedrooms are all air conditioned and the Villa is well equipped for guests. Beds comfortable. As it is in an area that is not just hotels and apartments, there is plenty of local ‘wildlife’ to keep you entertained from goats to chickens to monkeys. Everyone is super friendly and there is a convenience store next door. Local restaurants are a short walk or drive away. If you are a light sleeper you may need ear plugs as the roosters like to tell everyone to wake up quite early. I would recommend this Villa to families or groups of friends as there is plenty of space. Lots of hangers in the wardrobes too! One small ‘criticism’ is that you won’t have access to the tumble dryer as it is only accessible to the housekeeper who comes in twice each week. With the tropical climate it rains regularly and it was a challenge to dry enough towels after a day at the beach when they needed a wash, or if clean ones were left out to dry, they got wet. We enjoyed evenings on the covered patio or in the living room playing board and card games and the variety store at the bottom of the road has an excellent food option on Friday and Saturday nights. We also love The Fish Pot if you want something a little fancier with excellen food and not too expensi
Stayed 15 nights in Jul 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Little bit of heaven

Myself and Husband have just spent a month at Shutters.What a house.From the moment we arrived and were shown around the house and garden with pool we just loved it..The garden is so lush and alive with hummingbirds and banana birds and the cheeky blackbirds.We had a few days rain and it was so lovely to sit under the covered patio in 28deg watching the rain,it felt so good.The house is so lovely.We had a choice of four bedrooms because there was only two of us.The upstairs front bedroom is so romantic but we chose one of the back rooms overlooking the garden and we could also see the ocean from the veranda.We used to sit on the veranda at night reading our kindles before going to bed and all you hear are the tree frogs and crickets,it truly was tropical magic.The house has everything and more.I always take a non stick frying pan away with me and my own chef knives because in the past I have stayed in places where the knives would not cut bread and the non stick pan did not have any non stick left on it.Shutters had it all.The neighbours are also lovely and helpful.Mario who lives next door will even cut your hair for you.The area is great for eating out,there are so many restaurants.On our last night we ate at Seacats and had the biggest lobster I have ever eaten,it was amazing.The beaches on the west coast are lovely.A few can get a bit busy.Mullins for one but Reeds beach at the bottom of the road is very quiet.So when you see the photographs of Shutters and the pool looks so blue and the garden so green and the house so lovely,thats what your getting,a really lovely vacation house that you don't want to leave.

8/10 Good

Abbey G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely villa - served its purpose

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Shutters Villa. Jackie did EVERYTHING to make our stay a truly memorable experience. The villa was charming, the garden and lounge area were absolutely spectacular. We had an amazing time and would definitely recommend a visit.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sue N.

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

Excellent

Fabulous property in a great location. Eudora the housekeeper and Kathy the gardener were great . Can’t recommend it highly enough.

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

A wonderful visit

Shutters is a beautiful villa on a beautiful island. The villa is located nicely with a short 5 minute walk to ‘Simone’s Beach’ where you can reasonably priced sun beds, umbrellas, drinks and excellent home cooked food. Not to mention a fabulous warm welcome. A short drive to Holetown where you can find a good mix of bars, restaurants and shops. The villa itself was spotlessly clean with comfortable beds and pillows. The kitchen was well equipped. Beautiful view of the sunset over the sea from the upstairs balcony. This was our first visit to Barbados, we will definitely be coming back and would be more than happy to stay at Shutters again.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

michelle f., old windsor Berkshire

Wonderful

We an adult family of 7 spent two weeks at Shutters. We have stayed all over the West coast of the island over the years and would definitely return to Shutters. The villa was very well equipped for all our needs, including little things like cool bags. Due to its location , 5 mins up the hill, we found it much quieter as its off the main highway. Also you get a lovely breeze through the house, so we found we didn,t need to use the a/c at night as the fans were sufficient which we preferred. Communication with property owner and housekeeper was excellent.. I would highly recommend Shutters if you are looking for a villa in a good neighbourhood with the best beach on the island 5 minutes on foot down the hill.
Stayed 14 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jayne D.

Amazing villa

We just returned from an amazing family holiday at Shutters, it is situated in a residential area away from the busy tourist areas enabling you to experience the real Barbados, there is a lovely beach a couple of minutes walk away, where we spent many an evening watching the beautiful sunset. We were greeted by the lovely Eudora on arrival who was always very helpful. The house is very light, airy and spacious, it is well equipped and maintained and very clean. The garden is also very large and well maintained by the bubbly Kathy. The people of Barbados are extremely friendly,warm and welcoming, there are many lovely places to eat locally including Jefferson’s at the bottom of the road or a bit further away something a little upmarket Lone star garage was lovely, some of the family went to The Cliff - which they said was amazing.A highlight of the holiday was snorkelling with the turtles and over a shipwreck, surfing on the south coast, horse riding along the beach on the East coast and watching England versus The West Indies at Kensington oval. The whole holiday was breathtaking and memorable. Jackie the owner is so helpful and friendly, so easy to deal with. Thank you Jackie
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Justine W.

Gorgeous house!

We just returned from our visit to Barbados, Shutters was absolutely perfect! The house was beautiful and well maintained by the housekeeper Eudora who was very helpful throughout our entire stay. We were in the perfect location to enjoy the beach and easily get to town for shopping and food. Our kids loved having the pool out back and can not wait to visit again next year, the house had everything we needed and Jackie was a pleasure to work with and very accommodating! We will definitely be returning to Shutters!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nadine Z.

Shutters...exactly what we were looking for!

Shutters was the perfect place for our group of 7 to stay! Eudora was there to greet us as we came up the front steps. The house was exactly what we were hoping for...large bedrooms, ample washrooms, great yard and amenities! Although we had been to Barbados many times in the past, we had never stayed on the West coast before. It did not disappoint! The kids loved the pool...I am sure our 12 year old would have slept in it if we let him! It was great to have Wi-Fi for our 16 year old too! Perfect house for a larger group. Roosters take a little getting used to but after a few nights, we didn't notice them! Jefferson down the street is wonderful and we would definitely recommend going to eat there...food is incredible. I would recommend this house to families who want to stay together, but still enjoy having a bit of space to rest and relax. We hope to be back one day! Thank you Jennifer and Eudora for everything!

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Home from Home in the Sun!

Shutters is a real home from home with everything you could possibly need, kept spotless by the housekeeper and gardener. Great location to explore the island from with the best beach in Reeds Bay at the bottom of the road - an early morning swim is a perfect start to each day! We loved Huntes Gardens, Crane beach including lunch at the hotel, Bathsheba, North Point Flower caves and the Fishpot at Little Good Harbour. Would highly recommend Shutters and will definitely be returning.

8/10 Good

Mark T.

A great house for a family trip

A lovely house close to the beach and Holetown. The house has everything you will need and the pool and garden is great place to relax. The neighbors are very friendly and easy going. I would bring some ear plugs as the wildlife gets up early and could wake you if you are a light sleeper. Jennifer the owner is very easy to deal with and was a great host.

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea B.

Perfect Vacation Rental for Barbados!!!

Anyone looking for a comfortable, spacious, relaxing, beautiful place needs to stay here!! From the moment I started talking to Jennifer, she was extremely helpful. She is very quick to respond, and will help make your stay perfect. The beach is just down the road, and it’s a hidden gem. Great beach for snorkeling, but not crowded. The bus stops are super close, so to get to Holden or Speightstown is super easy. There is a mini mart at the bottom of the hill where you can get snacks and drinks, and I would highly recommend eating at the grill on Friday or Saturday night. It was far better than the restaurant that is close by. The pool was so nice to have if you don’t feel like getting sandy, plus the outdoor shower for cleaning off if you do go to the beach! Lots of seating area outside and I loved waking up and sitting on the chairs on the balcony reading a book! The AC is strong in the rooms and with the shutters closed it stays dark inside, so set an alarm if you want to wake up early! You may hear animals in the morning though, so just bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. Eudora the house cleaner is so kind, and does a great and thorough cleaning job! She made sure we had everything we needed and was very accommodating for our checkout time. This comfortably fit 3 adult couples, but we could have easily had another couple with no problem and not felt cramped. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who wants a relaxing vacation, with easy access getting around and exploring with or without a car. Thanks again Jennifer, we can’t wait to come back again soon!

8/10 Good

Michael M., Quincy, MA

The house was in a neighborhood near a great beach

The house was as advertised. The owner was most helpful and the housekeeper was great. The house was clean and well cared for. It was in a local neighborhood about 400 yards from a great beach. It was near 2 restaurant and a bar within walking distance. Holetown was convenient by car or local bus. it would be great to stay on the beach but the price reflects its location and proximity to the beach. I would recommend forum to three couples or a family.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

stefano s.

Bellissima location per 8 persone in St James !

La casa è esattamente uguale come viene descritta. Completa di ogni cosa per un soggiorno piacevole , a pochi passi da una delle tantissime meravigliose spiagge dell'isola. L'automobile può essere utile per uscire la sera, ma non indispensabile visti i numerosissimi trasporti locali che passano a non più di 300 metri di distanza. La vicinanza con altre case ed i galli che cantano ogni mattina possono non permettere sempre un sonno perfetto, ma la villa è veramente perfetta per soggiornare. La consiglierei a chiunque.

About the host

Hosted by Jackie Harper

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Why they chose this property

We chose to have Shutters in Lower Carlton because I'd visited Barbados many times and wanted to have a house with a Bajan feel away from the massive hotels. It turns out to have been a wise choice because the neighbourhood is very safe and the neighbours extremely friendly and helpful. Many of our guests leave the house on first name terms with the neighbours.

What makes this property unique

Approved Covid19 quarantine accommodation with front door security camera.
The rental includes the Barbados visitors tax for nightly stays.

Languages:

English