Things to Do
What the Island Offers
Barbados rewards those who venture beyond the beach—though the beach itself is rather good
On the Water
The Sea at Your Door
Saint Peter's Bay provides kayaks and paddleboards for guests—the calm Caribbean water requires no instruction to enjoy. From the beach you can snorkel over coral formations visible from the surface, or simply swim in water warm enough year-round that the question of wetsuits never arises.
For those seeking more organised adventure, catamaran cruises depart from Holetown most days—half-day and sunset options, with swimming stops and lunch aboard. Deep-sea fishing charters pursue blue marlin, wahoo, and mahi-mahi in waters that have drawn anglers for generations. Diving operators know the wrecks and reefs; Barbados has enough of both to fill a fortnight.
Golf
Courses That Draw a Certain Crowd
Royal Westmoreland sits in the hills above the coast, its Tom Fazio-designed course winding through mahogany groves with the Caribbean visible on the horizon. The membership is by invitation, but resort guests are welcome; the drive from Saint Peter's Bay takes fifteen minutes.
Sandy Lane has two courses—the Country Club, also by Fazio, and the Green Monkey, carved through an old limestone quarry and reserved for hotel guests. Apes Hill offers something different again: elevation, cooler air, and views down to both coasts on clear days. Tee times at any of them can be arranged.
Dining
The Tables That Matter
The Cliff has occupied its position on the rock face above the water for decades, serving the same clientele year after year—tables are booked months ahead, and dinner there remains an occasion. Lone Star operates on the beach at the northern end of the coast; lunch is casual, but after dark the atmosphere shifts to something rather more polished.
The Tides draws a crowd that appreciates seafood served without fuss, regulars who have their table and visitors wise enough to book well in advance. Daphne's, part of the Sandy Lane collection, offers Italian elegance in a beachfront colonial house. These are restaurants that have survived because they deserve to. Reservations are essential; we can assist.
The Island
Beyond the Coast
Oistins Fish Fry draws the island together on Friday nights—fresh catch, cold Banks beer, and music that spills out of the waterfront stalls. It is not exclusive; it is not meant to be. The Holders Season, each spring, brings international opera and chamber music to a plantation house on the west coast. Polo runs from September through May at the Barbados Polo Club, which has been hosting matches for over a century.
Mount Gay has been distilling rum since 1703, and tours of the distillery are available for those curious about the island's longest-running export. In the hills above the coast, the Flower Forest and Andromeda Gardens offer cooler air and botanical interest. Harrison's Cave—a network of limestone caverns with stalactites and underground streams—is worth the drive. Barbados is small enough to explore in a week, interesting enough to occupy rather longer.
At Saint Peter's Bay
What Awaits on Site
The beach is through the garden gate—white sand, calm water, kayaks and paddleboards stored for your use. The pool overlooks the sea, and a gym is available for those inclined to use it. The property has its own bar and restaurant, which simplifies those days when leaving seems like more effort than it is worth.
Housekeeping is included in your stay, as is twenty-four-hour security. The private elevator runs from your apartment to the beach level. These are the practical details that distinguish extended stays from ordinary holidays.
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Available for long-term and short-term rental. Get in touch to discuss availability and arrangements.