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Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches

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TV, DVD player, books, music library
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
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10

Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroom1500 sq ft

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Cane Garden Bay, Tortola
  • Popular LocationBrewers Bay Beach15 min walk
  • Popular LocationCane Garden Bay Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTortola Cruise Ship Port7 min drive
  • AirportTortola (EIS-Terrance B. Lettsome Intl.)32 min drive

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches

Makere Cottage is available once more for short term rental, starting from July 2023. It is nestled on Soldier Hill with gentle breezes and breath taking views over Cane Garden Bay, surrounding islands and the Caribbean Sea. Situated within a tropical garden at the end of a short gated drive with a private 20-foot swimming pool and large sun terrace, Makere Cottage represents the ideal retreat in which to relax and unwind.

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Makere Cottage Tortola

The cottage is very spacious and ideal for a couple either travelling alone or with children. However, it is not suitable for toddlers due to the steep drop from the balcony and unfenced swimming pool. The master bedroom has a king-size bed, views over the bay and plenty of closet space. The large living room, which also has plenty of closet space, is very comfortable with a 3 seater sofa bed, armchair, day bed and dining table and is linked to the master bedroom via an adjoining 10-foot wide covered deck. The kitchen has all modern requirements and connects to the large private bathroom. There are a washing machine and tumble dryer in the nearby pump room.

The swimming pool is on the same level as the cottage offering a welcome escape from the Caribbean heat. A sun terrace providing a spacious area for both sunbathing and al fresco dining surrounds the pool. The cottage has been built very much in the ‘Caribbean Style’ with wooden decks, blue shutter windows, white walls and terracotta-tiled floors creating a clean and simple environment. With its positioning up on the hill there is usually a lovely cooling breeze at all times of year.

As you will read in the reviews Makere Cottage was a popular holiday rental villa until Hurricane Irma struck the BVI in September 2017. Following the storm Makere was repaired and refurbished and put into long term rental whilst the island got back on its feet. With the beaches back to their glorious best and the gardens and vegetation fully recovered we decided to put Makere Cottage back into short term rental starting in July 2023.

You will need to hire a 4-wheel drive vehicle on arrival in Tortola. We can provide you with contact details for a local car rental company who will meet you at the airport or ferry terminal and, if arriving after hours, arrange for you to be collected and taken to Makere Cottage where you car will be waiting. We will provide you with directions and a Google Maps Pin with which to find the property.

Makere Cottage is one of two villas on the property. Both are of a similar size and completely private and separate to one another. Makere House is on the upper level with Makere Cottage below. To reach Makere Cottage you park on the upper level entrance drive and then walk down some stairs (approx. 20 steps) to reach the Cottage and swimming pool.

Makere House is occupied by a young Canadian couple who work all day in the Charter Boat industry. They will fully respect your privacy but will be available if you require any local knowledge or in case of an emergency.

Our property manager, Mobbsie, who lives nearby can also provide emergency assistance if you need it and his contact number will be provided.

Property manager

Tina Richards

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the villa: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Music library
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the ocean
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Whale watching nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Steep drops from the balcony. Pool unfenced.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
Spacious Villa Spectacular Views Beaches
Spacious Spectacular Views Beaches Road Town
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Spacious Villa With Pool Spectacular Views Close to Beaches
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About the neighborhood

Brewers Bay

Located in Brewers Bay, this villa is on the waterfront. While the natural beauty of Virgin Islands National Park and Cinnamon Bay Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Tortola Cruise Ship Port. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Brewers Bay Beach - 15 min walk
  • Cane Garden Bay Beach - 5 min drive
  • Nanny Cay - 7 min drive
  • Tortola Cruise Ship Port - 7 min drive
  • Anegada Island - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Terrance B. Lettsome Intl. Airport (EIS) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beans - 7 min drive
  • Aromas Cigar & Martini Bar - 7 min drive
  • Tropix Cocktail Bar - 7 min drive
  • Dove Restaurant - 7 min drive
  • Virgin Queen - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious 1 Bedroom Villa, Private 20ft Pool, Stunning Views, 5 Mins To Beaches located?

Situated on the waterfront, this villa is within 2 mi (3 km) of Brewers Bay Beach, Cane Garden Bay Beach, and Mount Healthy National Park. Anderson Point and Callwood Rum Distillery are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tara S., Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
What a view!
My husband and I spent our 25th anniversary here and couldn't have enjoyed it more, other than staying longer! We traveled around the whole island, visiting amazing cove after amazing cove. The people are very friendly and I was amazed at how clean the beaches were and not many stray animals, which always makes me sad on vacation. Thank you for an amazing cottage and vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
Our stay at Makere Cottage was wonderful. The cottage has everything we needed. Plenty of space, well-appointed kitchen, beautiful views, and our daily visitor Tola - the resident friendly and beautiful cat. We spent lazy days at the pool and hours sitting on the porch overlooking Cane Garden Bay. We loved opening all the double doors to allow for indoor/outdoor living. Took us a bit to master driving on the island and to the cottage itself, but once we did, we realized the location was perfect for us. Just a short drive down the hill to Cane Garden Bay and the west side of the island where we discovered beautiful beaches and an assortment of good restaurants. The cottage itself was very clean and we could not have asked for better accommodations. Highly recommend this fantastic rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Tom H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good Location Great View
Makere Cottage is perched high above Cane Garden Bay, which hosts the best group of beach restaurants on the island. The House was clean and stylish and we spent a lot of time on the balcony overlooking the bay. We found everything we needed to prepare our evening meals and clean up afterwards. The pool was a nice addition and was fairly private while the permanent renters were away at work. The walk to the cottage from the drive was a bit precarious especially when carrying heavy luggage down the two flights of stairs but we are in our 60s and could handle it fairly well. The only complaint we had was that the bed was particularly rickety and hard. Other than that I would strongly recommend this beautiful cottage
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
The views from this property were absolutely stunning. I think the balcony overlooking cane bay was our favorite spot. Coffee on the balcony was so soothing for the soul. We would return in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael B., Cary

Liked: Cleanliness
Unbelievable View
We loved our stay at Makere Cottage in the BVI. The view was so beautiful and the cottage was quite spacious. We spent at least a little time each night on the porch looking down on the tranquil setting of Cane Garden Bay. Brewer's Bay was just a short drive down the opposite side of the ridge and it's an even more peaceful and idyllic beach. I'd highly recommend Makere Cottage for the location, comfort, amenities, and the view!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Winter Break 2023
Enjoyed the property and location especially for the amazing sunsets! Easy to navigate to beaches and excursions. Hosts provided lots of info for things to do and points of interest. Would highly recommend to future guests!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views!
We stayed at Makere cottage in early December 2023. The location is high on a hill above Cane Garden Bay with the most lovely views. The cottage is simple to get to once you go the first time, but we arrived after dark. Thank goodness for the help from Chaniece at Jerry’s Car rental, who made arrangements to have a cab at the West End ferry to get us to the cottage where a car had been delivered for us. The cottage is as shown and described in the listing. We were grateful that there was air conditioning available in the bedroom for sleeping to cut some of the humidity, yet loved the open windows and doors to let in the sea breezes. Tina, the owner was readily available for any questions and the local property manager quickly took care of getting us a replacement item needed at the cottage. We love this end of Tortola - the beautiful beaches, views and dining options. Now we have a wonderful place to stay for the next time we return; the views from the covered deck are so amazing! I would highly recommend the Makere cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tortola escape
Beautiful cottage and pool overlooking Cane Garden Bay. Couldn't be better.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!!
Such a great place!! The pictures don't do it justice as it is SO much prettier in person!! Very relaxing, great views, tons of outdoor seating. Loved having a pool for the couple of days we needed a break from the beach. The privacy is incredible and love being tucked away like that where you felt like the only people anywhere around there. Tons of really good places to eat down in Cane Garden Bay. Paradise has some GREAT drink specials every night. Bananakeet was very, very, very good!! My suggestion for future visitors: 1) Pick up some ice and water on your way to the villa (gallon of water is great for brushing your teeth) and a pack of water bottles is a necessity 2) Bring some paper towels 3) Stop by the market or grocery store first since other than a couple of very small places there is not much around there 4) It can be difficult to find after dark so be sure to factor that in depending on what time you arrive on the island
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Desmond M., Coarsegold

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic View and Villa
Makere Villa is perched high on a hill over Cane Garden Bay. The view is wonderful. Not only is the view of the bay with lots of boating activities the hills on three side provide a different and interesting sights each afternoone and evening. The villa was very comfortable, well appointed and had everything we needed for a week's stay. The owners were most helpful before and during our stay. They gave us lots of important information with directions to the villa, nearby sights, restaurants etc. They recommended Jerry's Jeep and Car Rental which worked great for us. They were also very helpful in helping us learn the lay of the island. The property manager was also very helpful when we had a question. The villa helped make our week in Paradise perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
HEAVEN
Do not HESITATE to book this cottage!! The view is unbelievable - stunning for coffee in the mornings and cocktails at night. It feels so private and secluded. The private pool overlooking Cane Garden is a huge splurge. The cottage is equipped with everything that you would need and has an extremely comfortable king size bed. It is in the perfect location on the island to have easy access to everything. Tina (the owner) is wonderful to communicate with and has fabulous recommendations from restaurants to beaches to tours to even which car rental company to use. Every suggestion was perfect. We had a MAGICAL VACATION!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cayla R.

Great little place
We enjoyed our stay at Makere. Despite a few power outages (rained and stormed several times), power was usually restored in descent time frame. You can't beat the views and the pool was great for our young boys! I like the quick access to town, and two great beaches, Brewer's and Cane Garden are so close. We loved Bananakeet Resraurant and the boys enjoyed the waves on Long Beach! Ferry to The Baths on Virgin Gorda is a must do! Thanks to Mosby, Tina and family for sharing your slice of paradise with us. We wish to return in the future! Gotta start saving again!

10/10 Excellent

Sandra R., Arlington, Virginia

Third time at Makere!
This was our third visit to Tortola and every time we have stayed at Makere, however this was our first time in the house with our 5 year old son. We've always stayed in the cottage but our friends took the cottage this time. So we had both properties which was awesome! As always it was a beautiful stay and charming as the cottage! The house was clean, comfortable beds and everything we needed to cook in the house. The view is one I can never get tired of! I will note that the house does not have air conditioning but since its higher up there's a constant breeze and we even got a little cold at night after the rains stopped. Can't wait to return to Makere!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bill M.

Lovely, secluded piece of paradise
Makere cottage really is all it's cracked up to be. The view... What can you say? It's more incredible than the pictures and we never got tired of soaking it in. My husband and I came to Tortola for our honeymoon and it was everything we hoped for. Breakfast on the deck overlooking Cane Garden Bay was one of my favorite things. Being able to sit in the shade and read at any time of day and enjoy the beauty was perfect for us. The cottage is also bigger in person, yet totally accurate from the pictures. Everything was wonderful and homey. The cottage met all of our needs and more. The snorkel equipment came in handy as we snorkeled several times during the trip. Brewer's Bay was our favorite Tortola beach. It was so nice and quiet. Secluded but not too far from the beaches and more. The private pool was great for days when you didn't feel like getting out. There is so much to see and do in the BVI we needed a rest occasionally! We had a fabulous experience and have already had friends say they want to come here as well. We want to come back on an anniversary. Thanks for a wonderful experience.

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Wonderful vacation !
We had a wonderful vacation at Makere Cottage! The cottage was just perfect - exactly as pictured and described on your site. Everything was neat and clean and in perfect working order. The view is spectacular and we loved being near Cane Garden and other attractions on the western end of the island. We have been to Tortola many times as the starting place for sailing charters, but never to stay on land. This time, we stayed for a whole week, enjoying Tortola's beaches and a few visits to nearby islands. Our favorite beach was Josiah's Bay - beautiful sand and surf, surfers, and a couple of laid back beach bars. The Sugar Mill on Apple Bay is a terrific place for lunch! Thanks, Tina, for all of your help in preparing for the trip. You answered all of our questions. Mobbsie met us at Cane Garden upon our arrival and escorted us to the cottage, explaining all of the important things we needed to know for our visit. If we make it back to Tortola for a land vacation, we will definitely want to stay at Makere again! Jane and John F. - May 13-20, 2017
Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

8/10 Good

Valerie H.

Beautiful view of island!!!
Great location to see and do a lot of things! We loved having the pool too for days when we just wanted to relax. One week is not enough here!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

8/10 Good

graeme p.

lovely place
no need to mention the view, that is why this place is so popular. Place was easy to find, before you descend down to Cane Bay, take the right fork signed Brewers Bay, go careful as the road now is very narrow. around 500-750 m the road forks right . Stop !! the house is on the left. Kitchen is small but adequate, small fridge in the house but larger fridge and freezer under main house with washing/drying machine. Shower is also adequate but a has a sharp edged grate in the floor so be careful, plenty of towels supplied. The road below the cottage did get noisy at times specially when the buses transported the cruise customers to and from the beach. Overall the place was lovely but I felt it lacked a bit of general maintenance. Pool and outdoor seating areas are just wonderful , used the gas bbq once which made for a nice al fresco meal. We used the Rite Way supermarket, Wickams Cay 2 just outside Road Town, opposite site of Rite Way going into Road Town is a lovely French Deli, great for lovely bread, cheese, meats and cakes !!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Keith S.

Trip of a Lifetime
My wife and I spent a week at Makere Cottage and we just got home last night. We miss it already. We miss the views from the terrace over coffee. We miss the sounds of the roosters waking us us so that we got a full day on the island to explore. We miss our afternoons by the pool. And we miss the wonderful people of Tortola. Makere has an ideal location near two perfect beaches and it is close enough to town to shop for essentials at the market and the bakery. It is very well equipped, spacious and had all that we needed to cook most of our own meals and relax in total privacy. Tina was extremely responsive throughout the booking process and the Cottage was well taken care of by Mobbsie and the team. We will be back to Tortola and Makere.

10/10 Excellent

Carly g.

Spectacular views is an understatement
Stayed here in October 2016 for my honeymoon. After coming in to the West End, the Villa was only a short drive along the beach and up the hill. The house was very clean and very comfortable. AC kept us cool at night and opening the doors during the day invited a great breeze throughout. The cottage offered a great views of Cane Garden Bay which was enjoyed every morning over coffee and peaked every night at sunset. 5-10 min Drive from Cane Garden and Brewers Bay on the other side. We stayed in and used the kitchen a few nights to make dinner. We would recommend this cottage to anyone! Tina was very responsive and accommodating. Mobbsie kept the pool clean and was super helpful offering suggestions on what to see around the island. We cant wait to come back!

10/10 Excellent

james b., Pennsylvania

Wonderful !
Wonderful location, great views and house had everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Wendy M., Maryland

Lovely Experience
We spent a week at Makere Cottage in July 2014. We're seasoned travelers, but had never been to the Caribbean. I asked Tina many questions about the property and Tortola. She was really helpful and quick to respond. She was also very honest about the fact that the cottage is open to the elements, meaning that there will be insects around. We were fine with that, but it was good to know in advance. We loved the warm and pleasing décor of the cottage, very relaxing. We spent a lot of time on the back balcony enjoying the spectacular views! We also really appreciated the air conditioning in the bedroom, because it did get hot and humid. Mobbsie was great, answered our questions, helped orient us, and was fun to talk to. I loved the pool, wonderful to jump in and cool off. As others have said, you must have a 4-wheel drive to get around the island. We found the roads scary at first, but you do get used to it. Watch how the locals manage the hills and curves. There is a technique. Many thanks to Tina and family for providing such a pleasing place to vacation!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful
This is a bit of a late review - but I guess better late than never. My wife, 10 month old daughter and I stayed at the Makere Cottage for 5 nights in August. This was a bit more than just a vacation as we were moving here in September so we were going to be very busy (explains the late review!). We found that the villa had everything we needed. Tina was wonderful in answering all of our questions. Mobsee (the property manager) was great as well - he met us in Cane Garden and waited there patiently as we made a wrong turn and ended up in Smugglers Cove – which was a bit of an adventure – you’ll understand when you visit and make the drive. Once we finally found him he lead us up to the villa - after showing us around he was off, but not before answering our questions about where to eat and things to see and do. He also left us his number in case we needed anything at all. The villa has all of the amenities you need - we had a BBQ dinner a few nights and went out for dinner on a few others. The cottage is close to all of the beautiful north beaches and especially close to Cane Garden, which was nice since it is the only beach with beach bars and restaurants on the water. It was also a short ride down the other side of the hill to town. We spent mornings in town looking for a place to live and exploring the island and afternoons at the beach or lying beside the beautiful and warm private pool. Oh yeah, as you can tell by the pictures, the views are spectacular - the photos do not do it justice. We felt that we were able to see and do everything we needed from this perfectly located villa and yet it seemed so peaceful and secluded when arriving back in the evening. We have since moved to this lovely island and could be happier. Thank you Tina and Adam for letting us use your beautiful villa while we finding our way around – make sure you are in touch if you ever come back to visit! I would recommend this place to anyone looking to come and explore natures little secrets.

10/10 Excellent

Angela P.

Perfect Honeymoon!
My husband and I stayed at Makere Cottage for our honeymoon which turned out to be perfect for us since we are not "crowd" people. We had the entire cottage to ourselves which included the pool, patio, deck, and best of all the VIEWS! We spent most of our time while at the cottage hanging out on the deck drinking wine or coffee depending on the time of day! The rest of our time was split between going to Brewer's Bay for snorkeling and beach activities and Cane Garden Bay where we went to dinner and relaxed. One of our other favorite things to do was to watch the storms come in over the mountains. They would sweep across the mountains, down into the bay, and then out toward St. Thomas. We even got to see a double rainbow that seemed to land right on top of us! If we are ever in Tortola again we will plan on staying at this beautiful and relaxing cottage!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful, tranquil and romantic
What can I say that hasn't already been said. We arrived for 2 weeks in the dark to be met by Mobbsie who helped us settle in, what a gentleman, very informative and has a great respect for your privacy, anyway although it was dark you knew from the twinkling lights from the the yachts in Cane Garden Bay that this view was going to be something special. To wake up in a gloriously comfortable king size bed and see the vista spread below you was a sight to behold. You will NEVER get bored with the view. The cottage is well maintained, Mobbsie is on hand to sort out any problems in a very plesant manner. The flora and fauna around the cottage is beautiful you can even pick your own bananas, oranges and mangoes if in season, can't get fresher than that! The pool is large and cleaned regulary,a great respite from the heat in the afternoons, you will get lazy, like everyone else before us the view just captivates you. The internet connection is fast and the book selection is beginning to grow. There is no tv but plenty of childrens dvd's to amuse kids if needs be, no big problem for most of us! Definetly hire a 4x4, we used Jerry, who was very accommodating and delivered our jeep direct to the villa. The roads take some getting used to, just take a deep breath, take it slow and let the locals pass. We used to go to the Sailor's Rest in Cane Garden Bay for afternoon snacks and beer and watch the pelicans and boobie birds diving for fish just yards away, wonderful entertainment. What wonderful memories we have and we even miss the early morning rooster calls and the night calls of the crickets now that were are home. Just to say Tina was very helpful and extremely prompt in replying to my e-mails which made booking very easy and seamless. Thank you Tina and Adam for an unforgettable 2 weeks on a beautiful island.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Exceeded our aleady high expectations!
We stayed as a couple at Makere Cottage from February 4 to 11, 2012. The cottage offers spectacular views over Cane Garden Bay and other BVI Islands. It is well equipped and tastefully decorated. The kitchen is more than adequate and the bed comfy. The fridge is small but adequate. There is a BBQ and we chose to cook our dinners in as road navigation in the dark was not high on our agenda. We would recommend the Riteway in Road Town for your grocery needs. The pool area is well appointed with tables and comfortable furniture. A dip in the pool after a full day of exploring the island was most appreciated. We would strongly recommend a car rental, nothing less than a four wheel drive. The roads can be an adventure but for the most part drivers are considerate and conscious of the road conditions. Destinations are fairly well marked and Tortola in general is not difficult to navigate once you have mastered a few switch backs, blind curves and driving up (or down as the case may be) at a 90 degree angle. We would suggest that you visit as many beaches as possible. Nothing is too far away. The Baths on Virgin Gorda are a must see. We would suggest taking the ferry from Road Town to Virgin Gorda for the day. You should plan on lunch at the “Top of the Baths” restaurant & lounge which is very convenient as this is where you will exit the caves. You can buy your ferry ticket at the ferry dock which will include your taxi transfers to and from the dock to the Baths. There is a small fee to enter the park at the Baths. Tina and Adam were wonderful hosts, helpful and available whenever needed. They certainly added a personal touch to our stay and sincerely cared that we were enjoying our visit to Tortola and our stay at Makere Cottage. I understand that the family will be returning to the UK and that both properties will be available for vacation rental. It would be worth considering renting both properties with friends or family. Tortola/BVI are definitely on our “revisit” list and we can absolutely recommend Makere Cottage. Tortola probably has the most spectacular views of any island we have visited and there have been a few.