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Reviews of Yepton Estate Cottages

3 out of 5
Yepton Estate Cottages
Yepton Estate, St. John's, Antigua

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting on a lake next to the sea. Each evening, we were treated to a parade of cruise ships coming and going from St John's harbor. Small wildlife was everywhere, day and night. Our was furnished with everything needed to cook and prepare our meals. easy walk to the local beaches. A great to relax on your Carribean vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

MONIKA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yepton Estate was a perfect match for what we needed for our 4-day stay in Antigua. Our cottage was very quiet, clean, with an extremely comfortable bed and a very well equipped kitchen as well as strong Wi-Fi. The property is a bit off the beaten path, so having a car is a necessity if you want to get around. We did have a rental car and explored the island from there. There is a small beach within walking distance although we never found it due to a miscommunication but there are plenty of accessible beaches elsewhere. There is only one small restaurant within a short drive. For everything else you need to drive into St. John’s. Fortunately the manager had advised us in advance to stop for groceries on the way from the airport. There are plenty of supermarkets on that way. Overall we had a very pleasant visit to Antigua and Yepton Estate.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Winifred

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was such a lovely and relaxing time. One of the best beaches in Antigua is a short walk away. Gabriela and Douglas are excellent hosts, with a wealth of knowledge of Antigua. If you are looking for quiet, secluded restful vacation, look no further.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
Response from Gabie on Mar 31, 2023
It was very nice to meet you and we hope to see you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Response from Gabie on Mar 14, 2023
Thank you, Jacques

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yepton is a quiet get-away. It affords ample relaxation. Simple but oh so lovely!
Response from Gabie on Jan 14, 2023
It was great to have you with us.

10/10 Excellent

PATRICK, ST THOMAS

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed the peaceful setting, the cottage was clean and the bed was comfortable. I look forward to staying on my next trip to antigua.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from Gabie on Dec 1, 2022
Thank you Patrick

8/10 Good

Shannesia

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is absolutely gorgeous and easy to find. The owners are wonderful. Gabriela went out of her way to provide a late check-in and didnt bat an eyelash. She also assisted us with getting to our next lodging destination since our stay was only for one night as a bridge to an all inclusive resort. She was friendly personable and even provided an upgrade on the cottage. The cottage exceeded our expectations. It was clean, had plenty of room and was everything we needed for the night. We only booked for a one night stay but if we didnt already have other reservations Yepton would have been our top choice. Please dont hesitate on this rental you wont regret it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
Response from Gabie on Oct 21, 2022
Dear Renique and William,Thank you so much for your lovely review. It is easy to be nice to friendly people! We hope you have a wonderful time here in Antigua and then in Dominica! With warmest regards Gabriela

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, The Valley

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property owner. Very quiet. Cottage has it all including a barbecue grill. I certainly will choose here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Response from Gabie on Aug 9, 2022
Thank you for your visit and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not on the beach but near enough to several beaches and overlooking a peaceful, pelican-busy lagoon, landscaped with native ornamentals, self contained and very safe, this was a great find. Gabby, our innkeeper, gave an insider's shrewd advice on everything from great restos to where to park to see the market, and helped us find a doc for pre-boarding COVID testing, too. Our bungalow, like all of them, had a fully equipped efficiency kitchen, good beds, hot shower, comfy living area, GOOD LIGHTING!, and inside/outside dining tables. A screen for the front cottage door would be helpful, and perhaps some small repairs on window screening. And you WILL, of course, need to rent a car to get around. But this place was really pleasant, great value, quiet, and old school in the best sense. Very highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Gabie on Mar 23, 2022
Dear Amy and Jack, Thank you for your lovely review. It was a pleasure having you and we hope to see you again sometime in the future. Best wishes from Gabie and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property has everything you need to rest and relax for your vacation. It was clean and cute and my Wife and I enjoyed ourselves immensely. Some real nice beaches close by and I cannot recommend high enough.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from Gabie on Mar 7, 2022
Thank you very much for your visit and for your generous review. We hope to see you again in the future. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022
Response from Gabie on Mar 7, 2022
Thank you and best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yepton Estate Cottages was an extremely pleasant experience. We were there for a week in April 2021 and had a wonderful time. We are divers and the location was central enough to get to all the dive shops. BTW the diving was fabulous. Best to rent a car and be sure you communicated with Gabriela so she can give you the best directions to get to the Cottages. Gabriela and Doug were the best hosts as they are very knowledgeable about the area and pretty good historians about Antigua as well. The cottages were clean and comfortable and the whole experience was relaxing. A great place to relax and unwind and you will love a holiday stay at the Yepton Cottages.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from Gabie on Apr 14, 2021
Dear Jeanette and Bryce, It was lovely to have you as our guests and we are very happy that you enjoyed Antigua and your little home-away from home. Thank you for your generous review. Please keep well and keep in touch. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Charles, Bath

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doug and Gabriela could not have gone more out of their way to make our stay enjoyable and comfortable in every way. Perfect hosts!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2020
Response from Gabie on Jan 11, 2021
We are truly grateful to have wonderful guests like you, Charles and Alison.

10/10 Excellent

Alex, Uxbridge UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very peaceful location. Two beaches within easy walking distance. Well equipped for self-catering. However the best thing is the hosts, Gabrielle and Doug. They couldn't have been more helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Heideline on Feb 12, 2020
Thank you so much for your visit and your generous review. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Malta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
🙂 secluded , quiet and close to a deserted beach but only 10 minutes to St John the capital. Delightful and very helpful owners Gaby and Douglas 🙁that we didnt stay longer than 4 nights
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Gabie on Feb 4, 2020
You are super duper (boy, oh boy, am I aging myself or what?) - truly hope you can make it next year. Warmest regards Gabriela

10/10 Excellent

Heather, USA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We loved the privacy, the 2 beaches within walking distance, Fort Barrington, relaxing on our porch, and Gabriela, the owner who was so kind and made sure all of our needs were met. Thank you for a memorable stay and your friendship.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Gabie on Nov 19, 2019
Thank you so much for your visit - we hope to see you again in the future. With kindest regards Gabriela

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very tranquil location overlooking a lake. Cottage was spacious and homely containing everything needed and more. The owners went above and beyond to welcome us and to ensure our holiday was the perfect location to celebrate our 25th Wedding Anniversary. Definitely the place to come and relax, we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from Gabie on Jun 4, 2019
Dear Julia and Darren, Thank you so much for your visit and we hope to see you soon with all your friends and family. It won't be as quiet as it was when you were here, but they will be familiar voices!!!! Keep well and keep in touch. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location overlooking a salt ponds. The hosts were exceptionally helpful sources of information about Antigua. The cottages are comfortable and well-equipped.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
Response from Gabie on Feb 28, 2019
Thank you for your kind comments. BR Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great quite location easy access to 2 beaches which were walking distance
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Gabie on Feb 24, 2019
Thank you, Anonymous!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
These cottages are around a quiet lagoon. It is very relaxing and quiet. A short walk takes you to 2 quiet beaches which provide safe swimming but no beach bar etc. Gaby and Doug are welcoming and take you food shopping on the first day if needed and are a fountain of knowledge re places to visit and eat. A great start to our Antiguan holiday
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2019
Response from Gabie on Feb 13, 2019
Thank you very much for your kind review. We hope to see you again in the future. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A quite corner in Antigua for the ultimate relaxation holiday, away from the maddening crowds yet close to everything you need to spend a perfect time in front of the Caribbean.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2018
Response from Gabie on Jan 9, 2019
Thank you very much for your visit, Jim and your kind words. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas Luery

10/10 Excellent

Charlie, Stockton, CA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I both loved this place. It was in immaculate condition, ready for two tired travelers. The owners went out of their way to give us directions to the place, told us about a dinner venue, then took us to their favorite place. Welcome wine at check-in, offered a local cell phone and gps for our needs. Gave us a rundown on the local conditions. We'd come again and unreservedly recommend to others!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018
Response from Gabie on Nov 24, 2018
Dear Debra and Charles, Thank you so much for your kind review. We trust you had a wonderful get-together with your son. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great self-catering bacation
It’s a common theme in reviews of the cottages, but Gabriella & Douglas truly are wonderful hosts. Whether you have been to the island before or not, they will have as much information as you could wish for to make the most of your stay. The cottages (No. 1 in our case) are kitted out with *everything* needed for a self catering vacation. Whichever cottage you select, you will also be adopted by Finches who will expect to share breakfast. The location was perfect for us, a secluded spot only minutes from St Johns. The view over the lagoon at dawn and dusk watching the cruise ships slide past is pretty special. The lagoon brings egrets/herons of various shapes and colours, ducks, moorhens, pelicans (“pelican... splash!” became a catchphrase of our recent stay), and mongooses. (Moorhens do not appreciate a proximate mongoose and will ‘growl’ at one.) Bring the most effective insect repellent that works for you. The seawater and occasional tropical rain = biting critters. You will be bitten. (It was my turn this year.) You’ll need to hire a car. Antigua is a cash-poor nation, trying its best, and the roads reflect this. Drive slow, eyes open, you’ll be fine. Renting from a big name firm may not mean ... previously we rented from a global name and the car was not what we’d expect in Europe or the US. This year we rented from a local firm and the service and car were excellent. Tune the radio to 94.9fm, kick back and relax.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2018
Response from Gabie on Nov 13, 2018
Thank you for your visit, Andrew and Leslie. You are a great couple and it was a privilege meeting you. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas.

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Delightful cottages in a peaceful setting.
Delightful cottages in a peaceful setting. Gabriela and Douglas could not have been more helpful, the perfect hosts. The attractive cottages are comfortable and well equipped. Fully recommended.
Response from Gabie on Apr 10, 2018
Thank you very much for your kind words and we hope to see you again. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Ontario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!
My husband and I went to Antigua last week and stayed at Yepton Estates. We were greeted warmly by Gabriella and Douglas, the owners who quickly got us settled in our cottage. Gabriella then took us to a grocery store so we could stock up for our stay. I found the groceries extremely expensive because everything is imported. Nevertheless, we were on holiday and so we splurged. The cottage itself was very well appointed and lovely and comfortable. The beach is only a short walk away and we were the only people on it. There is another beach, Deep Bay, about a 20 minute walk away and it was gorgeous too. I would have liked more time here but there are many beaches to explore. Gabriella arranged a car for part of our stay and Douglas graciously spent a good long time teaching us about the history of Antigua and also good directions to places we wanted to visit. After very busy days, we were always happy to get back to the cottage and relax with a glass or two of wine. The bedroom was well air conditioned so we had no trouble sleeping. When we needed a ride, our hosts suggested we use Spencer as our cab driver. What a great suggestion! When my husband left his phone in Spencer’s cab, he drove out to the cottage the next day just to return it! We had a wonderful vacation and we plan to return next year. Thank you Gabriella and Douglas. You are fantastic hosts and Rob and I really appreciate your kindness and hospitality. See you next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2018
Response from Gabie on Apr 7, 2018
Thank you so much for your kind words and we look forward to seeing you again next year. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location yet a private retreat
Loved the personal service offered by Douglas and Gaby. Antigua is much easier to navigate when you have a local who can arrange things and direct you as to how to find them! The cottage had everything we needed and was incredibly comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Gabie on Feb 24, 2018
Thank you very much for your generous review. Warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas

8/10 Good

jeremy, Massachusetts

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Escape Winter and Discover Antigua
If you seek a warm place to relax, rest, read and meet friendly island people, Yepton Estate Cottages is a good choice. It is low key and quiet and restful. The owners are delightful and care. Oh, and when you arrive expect a warm welcome. Jeremy & Mary Lord
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2018
Response from Gabie on Feb 24, 2018
Thank you for your review - it was very nice meeting you. With best regards Gabriela and Douglas

10/10 Excellent

alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, great owners. SUPERB!
Superb holiday, great quiet location with lovely beaches nearby. Gabriela and Doug were fantastic hosts and provided great advice on routes, roads and locations to visit. Really enjoyed sharing breakfast with the local finches ! An ideal chilled start to our holiday
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vivien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Yepton, 5 star excellence.
We have just returned from a 3 week stay in Antigua with the last 8 days at Yepton Estate Cottages. We were expecting something special, having read the reviews, and we weren't disappointed. The cottage was fantastic, overlooking the lake so that we had spectacular views of the bird life, including swooping displays by the many frigate birds that visited every day. The cottage was superbly appointed with a super comfy and extra large bed, well equipped kitchen and a great deck with a gas barbecue which we used every night. There were so many little details and extra touches, such as original paintings, fresh flowers and a mobile phone with credit, which set Yepton apart from other accommodation. Gabriela and Douglas were the perfect hosts, welcoming, helpful, informative and friendly, but never intrusive. For various reasons we didn't hire a car, but this wasn't a problem for us, as Gabriela took us to the supermarket after we arrived, and then kindly topped us up with a few extra provisions during the week. We strolled every day to Deep Bay, (about 20 minutes gentle walk) and frequently had the beach almost to ourselves. It was wonderful, with white, powdery sand and calm, safe swimming. The location is ideal for independent-minded people who want to relax and enjoy the tranquillity of this unique environment. If we ever return to Antigua, this is where we will stay.
Dear Vivien and Nigel, Thank you very much for your lovely and generous review. It was a pleasure meeting you and to assist you to make your stay with us a memorable one. We do hope to see you again in the future. With warmest regards Gabriela and Douglas.

10/10 Excellent

Adrian, New Jersey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Alternative to the high priced all-inclusive.
This is basic self catering cottages in a friendly environment hosted by Owners who care and are very helpful. The place is clean and comfortable with basic furniture, but everything you need. The pool is tiny and its a 10 minute walk to the beach, but you can see and hear the ocean looking across the onsite lake. The location is good, a 5 minute drive from town. You need a car here and the best south west beaches are perhaps a 15 minute drive. I recommend for those who want good value and a bit off peace and quite.

10/10 Excellent

Helen, Anglesey UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfection!
We rented two separate cottages for a family holiday. Our first impression was genuine hospitality and kindness from Gabriela and Douglas, who can't do enough to make your stay a happy one. The chirping tree frogs, cheeky finches, emerald peanut eating lizard , humming birds and diving Pelicans who befriend the cottage make this a unique location with beautiful beaches a short walk away. Deep bay is gorgeous. A car is a must to explore the island fully and the supermarket is the other side of St.Johns so unless you can survive on Gabriela's initial guided excursion to the well stocked Epicurean store you will go hungry as there are no nearby restaurants. The interior of the cottages is comfy,well appointed, spotlessly clean but the bed...... Wow.. A 5* hotel could not be better, massive and sumptuous . We went to play with the stingrays which we highly recommend . Also a trip to Barbuda on the ferry which is an experience, the frigate birds and beaches are well worth the trip. We are sailors so obviously visited English and Falmouth harbours. During our two week stay we visited nearly everywhere but we loved coming home to the tranquility of our cottage. A rare find, for us much better than an impersonal all inclusive resort.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Cottage life in Antigua
Our hosts were the highlight of our stay. Douglas and Gabriella are very committed to their guests having a wonderful experience. As for the cottage; the view from the deck was lovely; the bed linens were high quality, fresh and the bed very comfortable; having a well equipped kitchen was terrific and being able to BBQ fresh fish or chicken from the market was an option we enjoyed as an alternative to dining out every night. We spent most evenings on the deck, sipping on wine enjoying the sounds of the lagoon and nature. Cottage life does come along with a few critters when staying on the ground level near bush and water. Again our hosts were very responsive and took care of any issues immediately.

10/10 Excellent

Sonia , London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Idyllic retreat
We had a wonderful break at Yepton Cottages. A tranquil hideaway of simple cottages in a garden. We had the largest cottage with a gigantic bed in a separate bedroom with aircon, a bathroom, lounge and dining area and small but effective kitchen. The veranda was our favourite spot for long lazy breakfasts watching the birds on the salt lake, afternoon lazing in the hammock, or long barbecue dinners. The beach is a short stroll away, and usually almost deserted - with dozens of others around the island to explore too. Gaby and Douglas were extremely helpful, taking us to the supermarket on the first day to stock up, providing excellent sightseeing information, arranging restaurant and taxi bookings and striking the balance between friendliness and giving us peace and quiet alone. I would recommend Yepton Cottages to anyone looking for comfortable, quiet, self-catering in Antigua.

10/10 Excellent

Anna and Jo, London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hosts and gorgeous little cottages
My sister and I went to Antigua for 8 days in February and stayed in one of Gabie and Douglas' beautiful cottages. Upon arrival we were greeted with a cold beer and helpful introduction before they took us to the supermarket so we could buy supplies for the week. We decided not to hire a car so they took us through the map of the area in detail, explained the bus routes to us and booked our excursions. They were always available to help and were so kind and keen to make sure we were having a good time and had everything we needed. They have great knowledge of the island and gave us brilliant advice and recommendations, as well as information about the history and culture of the island (thanks Douglas!). The cottage was very well equipped, clean, comfy and with a lovely terrace and bbq, which we enjoyed every evening. The whole environment at Yepton is extremely relaxing and, with the wonderful hosts, makes it a perfect holiday destination. We could recommend this highly enough!

10/10 Excellent

Big Red, nyc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The beach
Private secluded beach its just amazing!! No one around at all. It was just the 2 of us all day. Plus has a lot of cool stuff to explore.

10/10 Excellent

Louisa, New Cross, London

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personal service and well appointed accomodation
Our hosts were professional, helpful and welcoming. We really appreciated their input as we were travelling with two small children. The chalet was excellent - beautiful view over the lagoon - it felt like a retreat. It was a self catering set up and the kitchen equipment was extensive and useful - shows that the owners really have taken a lot of thought over details. The local beach was a 5 minute walk and we went there on several occasions.

10/10 Excellent

Fred & Robin, Washington, D.C.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful!
I completely agree with the other reviewers who have praised hosts/owners Gabriella and Doug: they are the best! Rather than repeating, I'll try to add points that I don't see covered elsewhere. The cottages are simple, functional, and well-designed. The kitchen was remarkably well equipped and cooking in it was a pleasure. We are not chefs, but preparing meals was enjoyable thanks to the organized and complete kitchen. The veranda was a perfect spot for breakfast and dinner. Massive cruise ships passed by on their way to port in the morning and again when they left in the evening. Their schedule is posted online and you could almost set your watch to the cruise ship crossings, which were impressive. Some nights we did need to use a bit of insect repellent to stay on the porch after dusk. We booked a circumnavigation of the island and were picked up and dropped off on the beach near the cottage. The catamaran came straight to the shoreline and dropped stairs so that we could board. On the first day we walked 40-minutes to Eden Beach--Antigua's only clothing optional beach--getting there via the service road behind the Hawksbill Resort. We had the pristine 1/2 mile beach entirely to ourselves most days. We decided to rent a car which made getting to the beach, and everything else, much easier. Driving on the left took a couple of hours to get used to, but having a car was definitely the right choice. We had a perfect 10-day vacation at Yepton!

10/10 Excellent

Neil S, Essex, England.

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Tucked away in the Five Islands area of Antigua west of St John's. This delightful little group of cottages is situated on a lagoon just beyond the sea. the local beach is a six minute walk and very secluded. The gardens around the cottages are well kept and good for the local wildlife (birds, butterflies, lizards). The cottages are very well fitted out with all creature comforts (comfy bed and sofa) and plenty of cooking utensils (pots, pans, crockery etc). Lovely balcony with hammock and table and chairs where one can sit and relax. Nice small swimming pool surrounded by sun loungers just right for cooling off in. Gabriela and Douglas are excellent hosts, helpful and very knowledgeable. On arrival we were welcomed with a cold drink and shown around our cottage. Then Gabriela took us to the nearest large supermarket to buy provisions for our stay. Next day Douglas sat down with us and showed us all the places of interest on the island map (including for us where to do some bird-watching). They arranged our car hire and the rep came to our cottage to do the paperwork. We really couldn't have asked for a nicer place to stay.

10/10 Excellent

john, new york

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I rented two cottages for my wife and I, as well as our two adult children. We enjoyed the property with the multitude of birds and water fowl. Doug informed us of the best beaches and places to visit on the island, and Gabriella was very helpful and hospitable with all of our personal needs. She even gave my wife some after sun lotion to use after a full day at the beach. The kitchen and barbecue enabled us to prepare some meals right at our cottages. If you prefer to stay away from the all inclusive hotels, you will be very pleased at Yepton Estate Cottages.

10/10 Excellent

Eve, Denver CO

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Wonderful little cottage in quiet part of St. John
We enjoyed our 6-night stay at the Yepton Cottages. Gabriella and Douglas are terrific hosts. We were in Antigua in the offseason, which meant many stores/restaurants were closed but also meant the beaches were pleasantly deserted!! We felt we had some beaches all to ourselves. We snorkeled every day and visited St John only once, which was plenty. We were there for the beach. It was wonderful to have a full kitchen as we cooked breakfast and dinner every day in the cottage, which saved a lot of money.

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Lancaster, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful place and a richly rewarding holiday
Trust the very positive reviews. A welcoming phone call from Gabriela after we had booked assured us that we were in good hands. She and Douglas are delightful hosts, well-informed about the island and the people – whom we found good-natured and always helpful. On arrival we were presented with a complimentary bottle of wine, and taken to a well-stocked supermarket. Douglas, with map, directed us to good beaches and the many places to visit, including historic sites, beach bars and restaurants. A car is needed to explore, as well as to shop, but Yepton is well-placed, in a quiet area on the north-west coast, yet close to St John’s from which all roads across the island lead. It was also deeply rewarding just to be on the Yepton estate. Six comfortable cottages, with air-conditioned bedrooms, are well-equipped for self-catering and spaciously and attractively set out on the estate, adjacent to a small but welcome pool. Our cottage combined a spacious living room and kitchen. Always we ate outside on the veranda, attracting beautiful small birds and gorgeous green lizards to our table. It was enriching just to sit, relax, and take in the view. A few metres from the cottages across the lawn lies a lagoon, surrounded by shrubs, endlessly fascinating. The water is alive with brown pelicans, egrets, herons, terns and much else, with frigate birds overhead – and in the twilight small bats flit past. A ten-minute walk leads to a white-sand, blue-sea beach.

10/10 Excellent

HbgTravelGirl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint Antiguan Cottages
Nice, peaceful stay. Beautiful beach within 5 minute walk---pleasant pond on the property with a variety of bird visitors. Wonderful hosts (owners), who reside on the property. They took us to a supermarket our first day and had great recommendations for restaurants. Although the location was off the beaten track, you could participate in day excursions or get your own car and explore the island. There are a ton of beautiful beaches to explore. A real Antiguan experience!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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Fantastic Honeymoon in Paadise!!
From the very moment we arrived Gabriela and Douglas made us both feel at home. Arranging car hire and giving advice on places to visit and eat etc their personal touch just added to our experience. Forget about all inclusive deals, this is the perfect place to relax and unwind in a truely romantic location.

8/10 Good

Deb, uk

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Lovely setting and very quiet
The villas are lovely but did get very hot particularly at night. The owners Gabriel and Douglas are very helpful with ideas of where to visit.

10/10 Excellent

Rainer, Sudbury, MA

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Great hospitality and fun place to stay
We spent a week on Antigua and very much enjoyed our stay at Yepton Estate Cottages. We can definitely recommend it, unless you're looking for a big resort experience with beach bars etc. Douglas and Gabi were excellent hosts and always available for help, starting with a grocery shopping trip on the day of arrival and an in-depth explanation of the island's attractions, all the way to help with reservations for rental cars and boat cruises. The kitchen was exquisitely equipped, which came in handy because we used the grill on the porch quite a bit. Cottage included sitting area with a comfortable couch, TV, stereo, a separate bedroom with AC, a breakfast area, wifi, patio chairs and cable, and a hammock. No problems at all with the solar driven water heating system, we had hot water at any time of the day. Obviously, this is not a five star hotel but the cottages are all well kept up. There is a small pool on the grounds, not big enough to swim in. Be aware that the cottages are not on the beach but overlook a large saltwater pond, which is a big attraction for many different kinds of birds. If you want to go to the beach, it's an easy, less than five minute walk to the adjacent Coconut Beach resort. Plus, you can walk for 15 minutes or drive down quickly to Deep Bay beach next door, which turned out to be one of the nicest beaches we saw. The prevalent winds can be strong. Made it a bit harder to use the grill, but hey,they keep the mosquitoes away!

10/10 Excellent

Michael, London

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Cannot fault this place - just fantastic
Amazing! The cottage was in a beautiful setting. The lake and pool views were just stunning and hearing the ocean day a night was very relaxing. The cottage owners are amongst the most friendly people I have ever met and made our stay in Antigua fantastic. They welcomed us with a drink, took us to the shops to buy food for our cottage and told us all the places to visit on the island as well as having excellent restaurant recommendations. I was devastated when our stay came to an end. I will return one day.

10/10 Excellent

Tobias, Ottawa, Canada

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Caribbean Cottages
For Canadians and Americans accustomed to renting a summer cottage by the lake, Yepton Estates will be very familiar and comforting. The owners (and hosts), Doug and Gabby, have created a cosy oasis away from the tourist crowds, where you can hang out on your cottage deck and watch the multitude of birds that make the adjacent lagoon home. You also get a front-row view of the massive cruise ships - Doug calls them "accomodation barges" - as they silently glide past on their way to St. John's harbour. As others have noted, the cottages are clean and comfortable with fully equipped kitchens. We ate all our breakfasts "at home", and brought home dinner several times. On arrival, Gabby will take you to the 'Epicurean' supermarket, where there is a full selection of British and American goods (including prepared meals), at prices that are 20-30 percent above what you pay at home. This is NOT a beach resort but Yepton Beach is only a three minute walk away, while the spectacular (and empty) Deep Bay Beach is a 10-minute walk. However, there is not much else to see in the immediate vicinity, so you will need to rent a car for a few days at least to check out some of the island's other beaches, historical sights, and fine restaurants. We liked Ffryes Beach because it attracts local Antiguan families for picnics. You might even be asked to join a game of "beach cricket"! And on the Atlantic side, Half Moon Bay is the epitome of a tropical ocean beach.

10/10 Excellent

Lynda, Lafayette, LA

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Excellent experience!
My husband and I were guests at Yepton Estate Cottages in February and LOVED our time in Antigua, mostly because of the kindness of Gabbie and Douglas. We got lost getting to the cottages on our first day, but once we found it they greeted us as if their own family had been lost. The hospitality they offered cannot be compared with that of any hotel or resort we have ever stayed. Their knowledge of the island and suggestions of great places to eat and visit allowed us to make the best use of our short time on the island. The accommodations were perfect and we had everything we needed. We highly recommend Yepton Estate Cottages to all visiting Antigua.

10/10 Excellent

Linda, New York

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Fantastic!!!!! Secluded, peaceful and lovely.
We were expertly helped by the owners who constantly gave us excellent pointers. The island is amazing and we will be back!