Lush tropical foliage and sandy beaches characterize this
choice property. Jumby
Bay Island, a secluded hideaway accessible by boat from Antigua, is known
worldwide for providing discerning travelers with world-class service and
distinguished amenities. The island
features winding paths lined with wild orchids and botanical gardens, ideal for
walking or biking. The resort’s
casual elegance blends smoothly into its natural environment.
Antigua’s
V C Bird International Airport is serviced by six airlines including American,
American Eagle, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, BWIA, Continental, Air Canada,
LIAT and Caribbean Star.
Travelers entering Antigua require valid proof of citizenship.
Passports are recommended although an original birth certificate, along
with a photo ID, is acceptable for American and Canadian citizens.
There is an additional charge for departure tax from Antigua
After
clearing customs, guests are greeted by Jumby Bay staff and escorted to
taxis that take them the five-minute drive to the resort’s private ferry for a
very brief (7 minutes) cruise to the exclusive island retreat
Jumby
Bay Island,
noted for a landscape lush with tropical flowers, trees and foliage, is a
300-acre private enclave just two miles north of Antigua.
A haven for naturalists, the island features the Pasture Bay Beach, on
the island’s windward side, home to endangered species of turtles, rare birds
and sheep.
From
traditional Caribbean specialties to newly inspired originals, Jumby Bay Island
offers a variety of international delights.
Open-air Verandah Beach Restaurant: For breakfast and lunch, casual light
fare dinners and sunset cocktails, in this restaurant guests can enjoy ocean
views.
Estate
House: Dinner
is served five nights a week at the historic Estate house. Jumby Bay’s
signature restaurant located in a 230-year old English plantation manor.
Imaginative dishes reflect the popular cuisine of Europe, America and the
Caribbean.
Bar:
The Estate House Bar offer an ideal spot for
evening cocktails.
Gentlemen
are expected to wear shorts and shirts at breakfast and lunch and long trousers
and shirts at dinner time.
No jackets or ties are required.
Shorts are acceptable on Barbecue night.
Ladies may dress casually but bathing suits are discouraged during meal
times.
- A
professional concierge is available to offer personalized service from
airline bookings to assistance in selecting a book from the property’s
collection.
- Restaurants
- Bar
- Freshwater
pool
- Shopping,
a well-stocked gift shop is located near the
Verandah Beach Restaurant
Trips to the island’s main shopping district in St John’s can be
easily arranged
Sports:
- Three
tennis courts (two lit for night play)
- 4
½ miles of hiking trails
- Croquet
court
- Putting
green and board games
- Golf
is available, for an additional charge, at the nearby 18-hole Cedar Valley
Golf Course in Antigua
- Biking
- Lounging
in a hammock is a popular pastime.
Guests
can enjoy a variety of water sports including :
- Snorkeling
- Water-skiing
- Windsurfing
- Sailing
- Sea-cycling
at the island’s pristine white sand beaches
- Deep
fishing trips
- Scuba
diving
- A
short catamaran
The
luxurious hideaway features 50 newly refurbished accommodations, including a
12-unit Mediterranean-style complex, 27 junior suite-style cottages and 11
villas.
The island boasts an array of two- and three- bedroom luxury villas and
several spacious private manor houses for rent.
Except
for an occasional birdsong and the whistling of trade winds, nothing disturbs
the tranquility of Jumby Bay Island’s accommodations.
All
Rooms Provide:
- Telephone
- Twice-daily maid service
- Bathrobes
- Personal safe
- A generous selection of designer toiletries.
Additional amenities include:
- A welcoming bottle of champagne
- Hair dryers
- CD players
- Walking canes
- Umbrellas
- Bicycles for every guest
- Daily laundry service is available at an additional
charge
Luxury villas are equipped with cable television
and VCR. .
Room
Descriptions:
Ocean view Rooms -Enjoy
views of the sea from these spacious rooms featuring:
- Bedroom
with four-poster bed
- Bathroom
- Sitting
area
- Terrace
Each
suite reflects a special charm and elegance of its own.
Rondavels
-
Located
in octagon-shaped buildings, these rooms feature:
-
Wrap-around
terraces with views of the ocean and a hammock for relaxation
-
Four-poster
beds
-
Sitting
area
-
Bathrooms,
which feature a large walk-in shower as well as a outdoor garden rainshower
Ocean view
Courtyard Suites - These
suites offer interiors which complements rather then competes with the beautiful
island setting.
These
Suites Feature:
- Spacious
sitting
- Bedroom
areas with four-poster bed
- Views
of the Caribbean Sea.
- The
bathrooms feature an indoor shower area as well as an outdoor shower and
pedestal soaking tub in a private courtyard setting creating a calm escape.
One
Bedroom Suites - Suites
offer comfort and privacy in addition to private patios with view of the sea.
Each suite offers:
-
Bedroom
with four-poster bed
-
Separate
living area
-
Bathrooms,
which feature a large walk-in shower as well as a outdoor garden rainshower
Two Bedroom Suites -
Located in octagon-shaped buildings, these suites feature:
-
Master bedroom with four-poster bed
-
Second bedroom
-
Bathrooms with large walk-in shower
-
Outdoor garden rainshower
-
Living room which opens onto a
wrap-around terrace with hammocks and views of the ocean
Harbour Hill Villas
Harbour Hill Villas with Pools
Harbour Beach Villas with Pools
Designed with expansive views of the sea and to create an
indoor/outdoor living experience, these two-and three-bedroom villas are the
ultimate in luxurious accommodations.
Each villa features:
- A large kitchen on the upper level
- A living room that opens onto a magnificent terrace.
- Cable TV and a VCR.
Villas are decorated in the most unique and elegant
furnishings
Harbour Hill Villas are nestled on the waters edge.
Harbour Villas feature their own plunge pool.
Private Homes -
These
one – six bedroom villas varying in location, view and décor were created for
the most discerning travelers.
Each private villa is fully furnished with:
- A
sitting room
- Kitchen
- Terrace
- Television
- VCR