“BEST VACATION EVER!”

We stayed at Yepton Estate Cottages for a blissful week. . . From our arrival -- when Gabby welcomed us with cool cloths and a bottle of wine -- to our departure -- where Gabby gave us a book to read on the plane and we stopped Doug as he was driving down the road back to Yepton to share goodbyes -- we had THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME EVER! The studio cottage in which we stayed was roomy, comfortable, clean, and so very charming. It was such a pleasure to awake and fall asleep in such a beautiful place where we overlooked the lake, watched rare birds, and swam in the ocean after a short walk to the beach. Upon our arrival Gabby took us to the store to get all the supplies we needed and Doug came by the next morning to go over the map and suggest places we might want to visit. The cell phone they gave us came in handy on more than one occasion. Their presence was unobtrusive but it was comforting to know that they were there in case we needed them. Antigua is gorgeous and Gabby and Doug helped us get the most out of our experience there. We wholeheartedly and without hesitation recommend Yepton Estate Cottages to anyone and everyone interested in visiting the wonderful island of Antigua. As for us, we will be returning to Antigua and staying at Yepton Estates the next chance we get!

“Yepton is an idyllic, peaceful retreat”

We recently spent a week's vacation at the wonderful Yepton Estate Cottages, and couldn't have been more pleased with our experience. Upon our arrival via an airport taxi, our gracious hosts Gabby and Douglas greeted us by our first names, whisked our luggage to our cottage for us, and offered us a cold beverage, which was quite refreshing after many hours of traveling! It was the perfect start to a fabulous week. We stayed in one of the studio cottages, which was spotless and extremely well-appointed. There wasn't anything we missed while we were there. The grounds are also quite lovely - we enjoyed the company of a little bird who visited us on our porch for breakfast each day! There is also a nice beach within a few minutes walk of the cottages, for those days when you don't feel like venturing out by car to any of Antigua's other 364 gorgeous beaches! Staying at Yepton is a truly special and unique vacation experience. With only four cottages on the whole property, it is miles away from the massive all-inclusive resort scene. However, the level of service is second to none. Gabby and Douglas are extremely thoughtful in the information and assistance that they provide their guests - they have truly mastered the art of providing attentive, personalized service without infringing upon their guests' personal space. We had an amazing trip, and would whole-heartedly recommend Yepton to other travelers!

“Can't Wait to Go Back, excellent host and hostess!”

We really enjoyed Yepton Estate Cottages. It meant all of our needs. You will definitely enjoy meeting Gabby and Douglas. They are wonderful host and hostess. They are four small cottages located on a salt water lagoon. The salt water lagoon has many types of birds in it. There is also a possibility of catching some fish. One of the guest actually caught a fish while we were there. There is a small pool centered between the cottages. We enjoyed laying by the pool and then taking a dip to cool off. Every one of the cottages has a outside barbeque to use. The cottages are fully equiped with all the necessary cooking essentials. Since we didn't rent a car, Gabby was more then willing to take us to the supermarket to get stocked up on some food. We really enjoyed lounging and relaxing at Yepton Estate Cottages. It's a short 5 to 10 minute walk to a sandy beach. We went to the beach at least every other day. We wanted to book some excursions and Gabby was more then willing to do this for us. Yepton Estate Cottages are a prefect place to just relax or as a jumping off point to explore beautiful Antigua and Barbuda. If you get a chance, we would recommend doing the day trip to Barbuda. It's a beautiful island and well worth the expense to see the pink sand. Overall, we had a great time at Yepton Estate Cottages and will recommend it to all of our friends.

“A home away from home. Want to go back!!!”

I can not tell you what a wonderful time we had in Antigua and at the Yepton Cottages. My husband and I and another couple went in January. It was the perfect place. Gabriella and Doug own the cottages, it is extremely well maintained with all the amenities needed and beautiful landscaping. Upon arrival, Gabriella and Doug welcomes you with a drink and The cottages were all ready for us to check-in. They were beautifully decorated with all the appliances needed, even an electric kettle and blender. It is a home away from home. The area is very peaceful and you can hear the ocean from your balcony. There is no beach on site howver a 2 minute walk if that down the road is a beautiful beach. They even provide you with a cooler, beach towels and portable chairs which is very handy especially if you want to visit all 365 beaches!!! Doug also sits down and goes through the whole map of antigua with you giving you fantastic recommendations of restaurants, beaches, sites and many more tips that you would only know if a local told you. They can even arrange car hire for you. I highly recommend a car if you want to travel around the island. There is more, they also provide you with a cell phone in case of emergency and you need to get a hold of one of them. They also have internet in the cottages should you need it. Wonderful people, wonderful island and a wonderful place to stay. I would go back in a heart beat!

“Wonderful Christmas at Yepton Estates”

Given all the 5 star reviews Yepton Estate Cottages has already received, it is hard to add much new information. However, I can confirm what other travelers have already said -- Gabriella and Douglas are wonderful hosts, the property is in a idyllic setting, the beach within easy walking distance is beautiful, and the cottages are extremely well equipped and spotlessly clean. Upon our arrival we were greeted by Gabriella and Douglas with a glass of wine, and a quick introduction to the island. Even though we had a rental car, they kindly offered to take us on a shopping excursion to the grocery store so we could get acclimated, and not have the pressure of trying to navigate through the main city of St. John on our first afternoon on the Island. The grocery, a store called Epicurean, is a very large and well stocked – as nice as any high end grocery in the US. As other visitors have mentioned, it is a real advantage to have a car to explore the island. Gabby and Douglas have an encyclopedic knowledge of all the best beaches, restaurants and sites of interest. You can easily traverse the island in a couple of hours (watch the potholes) and there are many beautiful beaches (e.g. Half Moon Bay and Tranquility Bay) and excellent restaurants ideal for a leisurely lunch (e.g. Catherine's Café and Harmony Hall). In summary, if you are looking for a very laid back week in the Islands, perfectly executed, Yepton Cottages is the place to be.

“This is the place!”

Our stay at Yepton was perfect. We were welcomed not only by cozy lakeside cottages, but also the warm hospitality of Gaby And Douglas with whom we became fast friends. Yepton is not a commercialized hotel, it's a few intimate cottages (perfect for those looking for a more private vacation) run by two incredible hosts who showed us around and while they built a close personal rapport with us they were never intrusive - in fact they were one of the highlights of our trip. The cottages are cozy, with a full kitchen and BBQ so you can cook if you want (we ate out sometimes and other times cooked our own meals with fresh local produce). The lake there is pretty (and you can fish) and it’s only a few minute walk to the beach on the other side. We decided not to rent a car, but Gaby was gracious enough to let us catch rides with her into town to get groceries. The beaches are beautiful, and I highly recommend going during low season - we went in June and sometimes had gorgeous beaches all to ourselves! We've been to several Caribbean islands, and each has its high points, but between our hosts’ hospitality, the intimate cottages, beautiful beaches, great seafood and friendly people, this trip was overall one of our favorite Caribbean experiences. Yepton is the perfect place for privacy, and our stay would not have been complete without Gaby and Douglas. We will certainly visit Antigua again in the future and would not stay anywhere but Yepton.

“Yepton Cottages offers total escapism - Absolute Perfection!!”

Yepton Cottages is absolutely bliss.. My girlfriend and I sought a week of escapism in early June.. and Yepton Cottages certainly allowed us that.. The location is very idyllic overlooking a tranquil lake and a little wildlife to keep you entertained. We loved it.. so relaxing of a morning sitting outside on the patio taking breakfast.. and returning of an evening to chill after a day on the go!! Gabby and Douglas were the perfect hosts.. always on hand to give assistance and guidance.. The cottage itself surpassed our expectations.. very comfortable and clean. All utensils, products and furniture were of very high quality.. You really did not want for anything and could not ask for more.. Absolutely wonderful.. we could not recommend it more highly!!

“Unique Experience”

Home, away from home! Very quiet surroundings. Extremely clean and cozy. Cottages are brand new, so are all the appliances and household items. Eco-friendly cottages. Physically-challenged friendly cottages. Close contact with nature; (Mongooses, Iguanas, Birds, etc). There's a beautiful lake on the premises. Swimming pool is excellent for kids. Management is impeccably friendly with years of experience in the hospitality field and in Antigua as well. Thank you Gabriela and Douglas for everything. Our trip couldn't be more pleasant without you.

“Warm, friendly, helpful hosts”

Yepton Estate Cottages are very well run by owners Gaby and Douglas. The two have created the perfect setting for a relaxing Caribbean getaway. Douglas was so very kind as to spend a few hours with us on our first morning giving us a detailed overview of the entire island of Antigua with personal recommendations of things to do and see, and when we mentioned we were unsure of what islands to visit next he gave us an overview of all the islands in the area. Gaby welcomed us warmly with ice-cold drinks, a tour of the cottage and a guided trip to the local supermarket so that we could self-cater. Additionally the cottages are very well appointed, and maintained, with everything you could need for your trip.