Jamaica Villas: Where to Stay

By Dave Pipitone

If you want the freedom to explore any of the six mountain ranges, one hundred twenty rivers, and one hundred fifty miles of beach on Jamaica, consider staying at one of the convenient Jamaica villas during your next vacation.

Jamaica offers a world of lush rain forests, savannah-like plains, and antediluvian mountains sprung from volcanoes that tumble into a sapphire sea. While you are in town, tap your feet and fingers to the lively reggae music as you drink in the unique culture and friendly people of Jamaica.

Jamaica villas offer an excellent option for lodging especially when you want to stay away from the usual hotel atmosphere.

Just what is a villa? Let me explain. A villa is an upper class country home, designed for luxurious living. Most of the time, the villas in Jamaica are condominiums and time-shares that are private residences with pools. The complexes are usually fully staffed.

Some villas are located on the beach and the rest dot the mountainsides with scenic views. Compared to resorts and hotels, you can save more money when you rent a villa because you usually can rent accommodations directly from the owner and avoid commissions. There are numerous villas in Jamaica that you can choose from, vary in price, size, and amenities.

Wag Water offers three-bedroom villas with pleasing views that overlook the sea and form part of the historic Prospect Estate.

The villas are equipped with a spacious living room, air conditioning and private bathroom. Modern amenities include a telephone, CD stereo system, and satellite TV. A large covered veranda has plenty of space for lounging and dining giving you the choice of outdoor and indoor living.

If you want a dramatic view, consider Villa Viento. This property is located east of Prospect Plantation in Ocho Rios. This cliffside seven-bedroom seven-bath villa is nestled in two acres of lush tropical garden overlooking the ocean.

The villa's Main House and Chalet Suite offer two bedrooms; the Island Suites has three bedrooms. Every suite contains king or twin size beds, a seating area, air conditioning, TV, large full bath with shower, refrigerators and telephone.

Depending on your space needs, you can rent the villa from a two bedroom to a seven bedroom villa. If you like privacy, the villa be rented to you alone and not to additional groups, so if you rent two or more bedrooms, you may have the entire villa estate to yourself.

On your next trip to Jamaica, book a Jamaica villa. You will enjoy the exquisite amenities, scenic view and delightful accommodations. The next time you stop on the island, stay in a lavish villa so that you can share the experience with your friends back home.

Jamaica Villas: Where to Stay

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