Life In The Slow Lane

Turquoise-aqua waters and powdery white sand beaches — it must be the Caribbean. A stone's throw from the ocean — quite literally in this case — this beach house on the west coast of Barbados makes for an idyllic and easy-going seafront stay. It's quite easy to imagine soaking up the sun on your own beachfront deck and gazing into endless ocean vistas while sipping piña coladas on the loungers. Inside, the pickled-wood ceilings and whitewashed walls create a refreshing space to unwind with a chilled drink, but with an abundance of outdoor space — whether you're waking up to iced coffees on the master bedroom balcony or sliding open the French doors to eat breakfast beside the sea — this home is really geared towards relaxing with the salty breeze on your face and nothing but the gentle sound of the ocean in the background. You'll feel perfectly secluded here, but in case you ever crave a bit of action, Mullins Beach can be reached in a matter of moments, as well as a decent choice of restaurants and bars with views of the Caribbean Sea.

Home truths:
*This home may be rented separately or with its sister villa if you're coming with a big group
*Make use of the beach shower, keeping those sandy toes out and the home clean
*If you want to try your hand at any watersports, your host can help arrange this