Nelson GaySt James
Minimum stay (nights): 5
- 9 beds
- 7.5 baths
- Sleeps 8 to 18
Set in beautiful lush gardens, breath taking central swimming pool with awesome Caribbean Ocean views!
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A stay at Nelson Gay unveils six decades of charm and sophistication presented over 1.5 acres of mature and immaculately lush gardens. Located on a beautiful half-mile of beach on the outskirts of Speightstown Barbados, its surrounding waters and reef are a playground for swimmers and snorkelers.
The elegant coral stone mansion was originally built as the home of a United States Ambassador in the 1950s, and reflects a Palladian grandeur with 14-foot ceilings in the living room. To add to this, the villa's stunning 50-foot pool is tiled in Italian mosaics depicting turtle and fish, and positioned like a path from the centre of the house that summons the sea on its farthest end.
This family-friendly villa has a bounty of restful spaces and formal or al fresco dining areas, including a delightful option to dine by candlelight. The dwelling features a predominantly white canvas - a compliment to the tropical landscape - and is accentuated with several unique pieces and antiques. The sleeping quarters are remarkably fresh and airy, with comfortable beds, quality cotton sheets and hypoallergenic pillows.
Further outside are two charming chattel houses which each can sleep two guests and a media room which also can sleep two guests with shared bathroom. There is an elegant garden gazebo complete with a wet bar and two covered terraces on the north and south wing bedrooms offer additional privacy and comfort, while on the seaside, guests can enjoy safe swimming and snorkeling in the crystal-clear waters.
The Villa Manager and their diligent staff are fully dedicated to your needs during your stay, and will make your holiday truly relaxing, stress-free and unforgettable.
Staff: Housekeeper,Laundress, Butler, Cook,Gardener,Night Watchman
Facilities
- Air-Conditioned Bedrooms
- Books
- Ceiling Fans
- Hair Dryer
- Media Room
- Cable TV
- Wifi
- Sonos Entertainment System
- Writing Desk
- Alexa
- Netflix and Amazon Prime Video
- Pool
- Security Safes
- Ping Pong Table
- Basketball
- hoop Water volleyball
- Pickleball court
- Open-air gym
- Snorkels and masks
- Barbeque
- Garden Gazebo
- Beachfront
- Beach Shower
Location
Reviews
The stunning location of Nelson Gay has been enhanced by the excellent staff, for whom nothing has been too much trouble. We've enjoyed our stay here.
The most amazing wedding we could have asked for!!! Nelson Gay was perfect for our varied group and far surpassed our expectations. The staff were friendly and couldn't have been more helpful. They are all a credit to the villa and the team. Can't recommend a stay enough.
As always we've had a super holiday staying at Nelson Gay. It's a lovely place which suits our family of all different ages. We've been very well looked after and fed. The staff here are fantastic.
The most amazing wedding we could have asked for!!! Nelson Gay was perfect for our varied group and far surpassed our expectations. The staff were friendly and couldn't have been more helpful. They are all a credit to the villa and the team. Can't recommend a stay enough....
We enjoyed a wonderful stay at Nelson Gay. We were 8 women celebrating our 40th birthdays. The house is truly magical and welcoming. The staff took excellent care of us, and we came home feeling rested and restored. The meals prepared by Winston and Cassandra were healthy, fresh and delicious. The grounds are spectacular. We spend our days lounging in the sun switching between swimming in the lovely pool and the gorgeous sea. In the evening, we would enjoy cocktails by the sea, or perhaps a drink in the gazebo. The bedrooms are large, and the beds and pillows are very comfortable. We all had the most wonderful time and are already plotting our return to paradise!
Nelson Gay was an absolutely breathtaking experience. The house/grounds were spectacular, we didn't have to travel anywhere else on the island, everything was right there. The pool and beach were gorgeous and well maintained. The staff at NG were terrific. They were so friendly and every meal we ate at the house was delicious. The beds were so comfortable! I would come back to this house in a heartbeat!
Our stay at Nelson Gay was exceptional, the staff on site were so friendly and helpful, they even arranged a surprise party for our son when they found out it was his birthday. The villa itself is beautiful, full on 1950’s charm and style, it was like being transported back to a time when life was a little easier and we loved relaxing there.
We had a fabulous holiday at Nelson Gay in August. We were celebrating 2 big birthdays and could not have had a better time. The staff were attentive and friendly. Making every minute enjoyable for all guests age - 10 months to 70 years old. Nelson Gay is a perfect family vacation, a place where memories are made.
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5 Bedrooms (Sleeps 10)
Low season rates from:
| Period | Per night |
|---|---|
| 10/01/24 to 15/04/24 | $3600 |
| 16/04/24 to 14/12/24 | $2450 |
| 15/12/24 to 18/12/24 | $3600 |
| 19/12/24 to 09/01/25 | $14000 |
| 10/01/25 to 15/04/25 | $3600 |
| 16/04/25 to 14/12/25 | $2450 |
6 Bedrooms (Sleeps 12)
Low season rates from:
| Period | Per night |
|---|---|
| 10/01/24 to 15/04/24 | $3900 |
| 16/04/24 to 14/12/24 | $2650 |
| 15/12/24 to 18/12/24 | $3900 |
| 19/12/24 to 09/01/25 | $14000 |
| 10/01/25 to 15/04/25 | $3900 |
| 16/04/25 to 14/12/25 | $2650 |
7 Bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Low season rates from:
| Period | Per night |
|---|---|
| 10/01/24 to 15/04/24 | $4300 |
| 16/04/24 to 14/12/24 | $2800 |
| 15/12/24 to 18/12/24 | $4300 |
| 19/12/24 to 09/01/25 | $14000 |
| 10/01/25 to 15/04/25 | $4300 |
| 16/04/25 to 14/12/25 | $2800 |
8 Bedrooms (sleeps 16)
Low season rates from:
| Period | Per night |
|---|---|
| 10/01/24 to 15/04/24 | $4600 |
| 16/04/24 to 14/12/24 | $2900 |
| 15/12/24 to 18/12/24 | $4600 |
| 19/12/24 to 09/01/25 | $14000 |
| 10/01/25 to 15/04/25 | $4600 |
| 16/04/25 to 14/12/25 | $2900 |
9 bedrooms (sleeps 18 guests)
Low season rates from:
| Period | Per night |
|---|---|
| 10/01/24 to 15/04/24 | $4600 |
| 16/04/24 to 14/12/24 | $3000 |
| 15/12/24 to 18/12/24 | $4600 |
| 19/12/24 to 09/01/25 | $14000 |
| 10/01/25 to 15/04/25 | $4600 |
| 16/04/25 to 14/12/25 | $3000 |