VILLA DOLCE VITA

VILLA DOLCE VITA

Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5, Bathrooms 7
Rodney Bay, St.Lucia – Caribbeans

Welcome to Dolce Vita, a lovely 5 bedroom villa with private pool and walking distance to a pristine stretch of sandy beach. This luxury vacation rental is located on the Trouya Pointe peninsula between Castries and Rodney Bay in the North of St Lucia. Dolce Vita has been planned so that you can live your vacation on a whim. The five bedrooms are divided between 2 buildings located within lovely mature tropical gardens.

A short pathway leads from Dolce Vita to a tranquil, secluded Couti Cove Beach from which snorkelers may search for reef fish or lobster and strong swimmers may circumnavigate the peninsula and find themselves in another quiet cove with a beautiful sandy beach. It can also be reached on foot in about five minutes; either cove is ideal for a picnic or a barbeque.

Dolce Vita is situated close to the Windjammer Landing Hotel, between the city of Castries and the area of Rodney Bay with its restaurants, Marina and shops. It is close enough to be a part of the activities yet, due to its location, remains apart from and undisturbed by the bustle.

Rodney Bay is one of the most popular yachting destinations in the Caribbean. There is a beautifully landscaped Marina with restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. The Bay is worth visiting during the day to browse through the shops and enjoy a waterside lunch or at night when it becomes lively due to the many night time venues.

For the most part, St. Lucian beaches are relatively short, but with five miles of white sand on Rodney Bay, Reduit is the place for a long stroll by the shore and a swim in calm waters. One of the most popular beaches on the island, it is fronted by the Rex St Lucian Papillon and the Royal St Lucian hotels.

Castries the Capital of St Lucia is a small bustling city of pretty gingerbread houses that hug the hillsides surrounding the shops and busy harbour. Castries has suffered four major floods over the last 200 years but this has enabled the city to be rebuilt on a grid making it easy to explore. The colourful market on Peynier Street has interesting local produce such as arts, crafts, herbs and spices. The Catholic Church in Castries is worth a visit. It contains many paintings of biblical scenes where all the characters are black.

A completely relaxing environment has been created to provide you with complete freedom to choose…what to do, where to go, when to eat…we provide the options but it’s your choice.

Designed in traditional Caribbean style with some Balinese influence, this luxury St Lucia Vacation rental offers a free flowing layout allowing comfort and privacy amidst carefully landscaped tropical gardens, abundant with fruit, where often the only sound is birdsong or the lapping of waves on the nearby shore

THE ACCOMMODATION

The bedrooms at Dolce Vita are divided between 2 buildings. The main villa houses 3 of the bedrooms and The Cottage and The Apartment have one bedroom in each.

The five bedrooms of this lovely St Lucia Villa rental exude an authentic Caribbean ambience with natural breezes combining with ceiling fans to comfort and nurture you whilst air conditioning is available if required.

Each room is named after a nearby tree and the Julie Mango veranda is slightly reduced in width in order to accommodate the spreading branches.

The rooms are spacious with an abundance of closet space. Flat panel televisions are provided and DVDs may be borrowed from our collection or rented from the nearby library.

THE VILLA

The exquisitely decorated villa features three bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom and a private veranda where meals may be taken and refreshments served.

Julie Mango Bedroom: Four Poster King Bed, Bathroom with shower and Bidet, Air-conditioning, Ceiling Fan, Built in cupboards, Safe, Satellite TV, DVD Player, Private veranda

Golden Apple Bedroom: King Bed, Bathroom with shower and bidet, Air-conditioning, Fan, Built in cupboards, Safe, Satellite TV, DVD Player, Large Private Veranda

Flamboyant Bedroom: Twin Beds, Bathroom with shower and Bidet, Air-conditioning, Fan, Safe, Satellite TV, DVD Player, Private veranda

The front door of the Villa leads into a reception lounge with stairs leading up to the Gallery which is a quiet space for reading or watching television. The Lounge leads into the spacious Sunroom which overlooks the Terrace and swimming pool. There a table for up to twelve guests may be set when indoor dining is preferred.

THE COTTAGE

A separate pathway leads to the Cottage, which shares a large sundeck with the Villa, but also has its own private vine-covered patio providing a delightful, shaded seating area surrounded by a myriad of flowers and shrubs.The cottage was designed for year round living and has generous living areas. For shorter periods it is possible to accommodate two extra Guests, one in the study sharing the master bathroom, the second on the ground floor where there is a bathroom with shower.

The ground floor spells total relaxation! With the rooms surrounded by hand crafted jalousie louvres, the gentle breezes waft through a cool and calm interior ideal for reading, dining and watching television. There is a daybed and, as the powder room has a shower, one additional Guest may be comfortably accommodated. The upper floor contains the immaculate and cosy Royal Palm Suite. A connecting door leads into the study which is equipped with a sofa bed.Ground Floor: Daybed, Fan, TV, ShowerUpper Floor: King Bed, Bathroom with shower, Air-conditioning, Fan, Safe, TV, DVD Player, Private VerandaSecond study/bedroom with Sofa bed, Air-conditioning and Fan is accessed through Master Suite and would share the bathroom.

THE APARTMENT

Beautifully appointed, set at pool level under the Villa’s bedroom wing and surrounded by flowering shrubs and fruits, this spacious one bedroom apartment leads into C’est la Vie’s tropical garden.

The veranda is comfortably furnished for relaxing during the day and perhaps dining in the evening. Inside, the living area has comfortable seating for four and is cooled by a ceiling fan. The Master bedroom is reached through double sliding doors and leads into the large en-suite bathroom where the handmade soaking tub immediately catches the eye.

Four Poster King Bed, Bathroom with shower and Bidet, Air-conditioning, Safe, Satellite TV, DVD Player, Living Room, Terrace

A mini cell phone provides direct access to the butler and the concierge whether the Guest is at home or away from Dolce Vita and cell phones with international access can be provided if required.

Everything has been designed with our Guests in mind, including wheelchair accessibility to the swimming pool and most of the property.Dolce Vita will accommodate ten Guests in total privacy complemented by exceptional service and comfort. If necessary, an additional two Guests may share the cottage (see detailed description).

STAFF

The Villa Manager leads a team of Housekeeping, Maintenance, Grounds, and Security and Culinary personnel.Dolce Vita rates are inclusive of breakfast.Our Chef meets with each guest to start the menu design process in accordance with their preferences.

MEAL PLANS

Full Board Package – US$115.00 per person (Includes lunch and dinner). Wine is served with dinner.All Inclusive Packages – US$130.00 per person, includes Light lunch, four course dinner, alcoholic and non alcoholic cocktails, beers, soft drinks and house wine by the glass (premium drinks are excluded)Lunch only: $35 per personDinner only: $55 – $75 per person (3 – 4 course meal)

AMENITIES

• WIFI
• Wheelchair accessible
• Air conditioned bedrooms
• Ceiling Fans
• Toiletries
• Swimming Pool
• Poolside Shower
• Dolce Vita Embroidered Bath Robes
• Flat Screen TV
• DVD
• Cable TV
• Computer
• Turn Down Service
• Hair Dryer

AREA DESCRIPTION

Dolce Vita is situated close to the Windjammer Landing Hotel, between the city of Castries and the area of Rodney Bay with its restaurants, Marina and shops. It is close enough to be a part of the activities yet, due to its location, remains apart from and undisturbed by the bustle.

Rodney Bay is one of the most popular yachting destinations in the Caribbean. There is a beautifully landscaped Marina with restaurants, bars, shops and galleries. The Bay is worth visiting during the day to browse through the shops and enjoy a waterside lunch or at night when it becomes lively due to the many night time venues.

For the most part, St. Lucian beaches are relatively short, but with five miles of white sand on Rodney Bay, Reduit is the place for a long stroll by the shore and a swim in calm waters. One of the most popular beaches on the island, it is fronted by the Rex St Lucian Papillon and the Royal St Lucian hotels.

Castries the Capital of St Lucia is a small bustling city of pretty gingerbread houses that hug the hillsides surrounding the shops and busy harbour. Castries has suffered four major floods over the last 200 years but this has enabled the city to be rebuilt on a grid making it easy to explore. The colourful market on Peynier Street has interesting local produce such as arts, crafts, herbs and spices. The Catholic Church in Castries is worth a visit. It contains many paintings of biblical scenes where all the characters are black

1 minute walk to Couti Cove Beach20 minute walk to Laurel’s Restaurant, Windjammer gym, tennis, Rodney Bay Grocery Store,15 minute drive to Gros Islet Church, St. Lucia Golf & Country Club20 minute drive to Castries Town, George Charles Airport (SLU)

ACCOMMODATION, FACILITIES AND SERVICES

•  Bedroom(s): 5 ( Sleeps 10 )
• 4 Double with en-suite, 1 Twin with en-suite
•  Bathroom(s): 7
• 1 Baths, 7 Showers, 7 Wash basins, 7 Toilets
• General facilities: Balcony / Deck, Bar, Ceiling Fans, Computer, Electronic Security, Garden, Garden View, Gated Entrance, Ice Maker, Panoramic Views, Parking, Pool, Private Location,
• Private Terrace, Safe, Security, Terrace, Wifi
•  Indoor facilities: Air conditioning, Alarm Clock, All Bedrooms Air Conditioned, All Bedrooms En Suite, Blender, Breakfast included, CD Player, Coffee Maker, Dishwasher, Drier, DVD
• Player, Freezer, Iron and Board, Luxury Finishes, Microwave, Phone, Safe, TV, Washing Machine
•  Outdoor facilities: Bbq, Beach Access, Communal Swimming Pool, Deck/Decking, Enclosed Garden, Parking, Patio, Private Beach, Private Terrace, Restaurants nearby, Sea Views, Sun
• Loungers, Sun Umbrellas, Swimming pool
•  Services: Breakfast included, Butler Service, Cleaning inclusive, Concierge Service, Daily maid service, Gardener, Linen provided, Maid service, Night Watchman, Personal Butler Included,
• Towels provided
• Access: Wheelchair access, Off-road parking, Secure parking

ACTIVITIES

• Local activities: Cycling, Fine Dining, Fishing, Golf, Horse riding, Shopping, Swimming, Tennis, Walking, Water Sports

CANCELLATION

Cancel up to 60 days before your trip and only pay 50% of the total accommodation fees for the reservation.Cancel within 60 days of the trip and the reservation is non-refundable.

HOUSE RULES

• No smoking
• Pets not allowed
• Check-in is 4PM > 7PM
• Check out by 10AM
• No parties with exterior visitors allowed
• No loud music, outside the predetermined time limits, by local authorities
• The guests must ensure that the property is returned in a presentable and tidy state. Villas Retreats reserves the right to reclaim any additional cleaning costs if the guests should not leave the property in the above-mentioned state.
• All credit card holders must be aged 21 years and older at check-in.
• Saturday to Saturday bookings only.