South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea

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Another Sunset off the Living Room Balcony, Another Day in Paradise.

The Large and Wide Beautiful Beach where you Walk and Swim for Miles.

The Large and Tastefully Furnished Living Area and Entertainment Center.

The Swimming Pool and Large Spacious Sun Deck.

The Spacious Master Bathroom, Located Inside the Master Suite.

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Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pool
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Hastings

Surf in Barbados Surf School
‪2 min walk‬
Rockley Beach
‪11 min walk‬
Dover Beach
‪11 min drive‬
Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Bed

Master Suite

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining area

About this property

South Ocean Villa is a new property located in the heart of the South Coast on the beach. It is 1,200 square feet of tile, marble, and coral. It shares the same beach as four of Barbados finest resorts including the Barbados Hilton. The unique location and design by world famous architect Ian Morrison, offers breathtaking views of the entire South Coast of the island with no obstruction, and it is possibly the finest view on the island. The property sits literally in the sea and affords some of the most intensely beautiful sunrises and sunsets to be found anywhere. Its location on the main road insures that you can walk to any of the many restaurants, shopping centers, banks, and grocery stores in the area. Public transportation is located right out the door. With over 50 years experience on the island, we can help you maximize and economize your visit to our special "paradise." They just completed a new government Boardwalk which links the Hilton Beach with Rockley Beach. It is about 2 miles long and is a great place to jog, walk, and explore along the sea. Truly a beautiful addition and it is located right outside your door.

Enjoy the sound of the surf off one of your two balconies. Swim in the private pool and bask in the sun on the private sundeck. Venture on the beach to swim in the sea or walk for miles.

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Property manager

Mark Tillman

Languages

English

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Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

On-site 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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hastings

Located in Hastings, this villa is on the beach. Kensington Oval is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Rockley Beach and Carlisle Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Garrison Savannah or Wildey House. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hastings

What's nearby

Surf in Barbados Surf School - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Rockley Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Carlisle Bay - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
U.S. Embassy - 6 min drive - 4.5 km
Dover Beach - 11 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

‪KFC - ‬7 min walk
‪Chefette - ‬16 min walk
‪Buzo Osteria Italiana - ‬6 min walk
‪De Breakfast Place - ‬11 min walk
‪Salt Cafe - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is South Ocean Villa, Incredible Sunsets and Views on the Sea located?

Nestled on the beach, this Hastings villa is within a 15-minute walk of South Coast Boardwalk, Rockley Beach and Carlisle Bay. Dover Beach is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Pat M.

7 January 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exactly as Described

The hosts and Shakinah, the property manager were great! The sunsets from this unit are amazing. Walking distance to several restaurants. The property is literally on the beach, but the waters are rough and not for swimming. However a 5-10 minute walk and beautiful beaches available. Had an issue with bugs, but then it is the Caribbean.

Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

22 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyable Experience

The unit itself is very nice. It had everything we needed. The air conditioning was excellent as was the wi-fi. The view is outstanding. One caution: if you rent a car make it small because the parking space is difficult to navigate.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter H.

3 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas /New Year 2023

Excellent vacation rental Apartment was exactly as described and exceptionally well equipped with all the essentials and communication was good with Agents Great location for food/ bars/ shops Cleaner was very friendly and efficient The grounds were well maintained All together exactly what you need for a Barbados holiday

Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

K T., Newmarket

13 November 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic place! Million dollar view of the sea!

We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful villa. We were literally right on the beach. It doesn’t get any closer or any better. The water was calm and clear every day. It’s great for young kids as it’s nice and shallow. The actual unit is on the 6th floor. There’s an elevator. The unit was impeccably clean upon arrival. It’s a spacious and fully equipped apartment with everything we needed to cook for our stay. The two bedrooms and bathrooms are good sizes. It has two balconies, both with spectacular ocean views. There’s even an ocean view from the bathroom! If there were other people in the building, we could not hear them and we barely saw anyone else in passing. There’s an underground parking space available which is handy (although we didn’t need it). Within walking distance there’s one restaurant- Blakey’s (5 minutes) and if you walk further, there’s KFC and Chefette (like McDonald’s). There’s no need to walk in the heat though. We used the ZR or Jitney. It’s a local mini-bus that runs about every minute. The cost is $3.50 Bds or $2US. They will provide change and stop where you need. Just tell them where you’re headed, and they’ll let you know if they’re going that way. The music is loud and it’s crowded but we loved it. The city bus is the exact same price but you need exact change and they stop only at bus stops. They don’t run nearly as often. Mark and Susyn were gracious hosts and replied promptly and sent workers to fix anything if needed. W

Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doris C.

2 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Paradise

This unit is an excellent location for the perfect vacation. The view is magnificent and the airflow through the unit was priceless. The building is also very secure and the premises, from the shared patio/pool area to hallways and elevators, very clean.

Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Candi C.

7 August 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Ocean Villas - 601

This property was very nice and it was a gorgeous view of the ocean. Loved having my coffee on the balcony every morning!

10/10 Excellent

Kirby D.

4 March 2019

Perfect place.

This is one of the best places to stay on the island, if not the very best. It is close to several restaurants, it is on the boardwalk, it has beautiful views, and Mark is very responsive to all requests. It is clean, well equipped and has great security. I hope that very few more people find out about this place because we intend to stay there as often as we can, and certainly would stay no where else on the island . KLD

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey D.

9 February 2019

South Ocean Villa

Fantastic villa over looking the sea, beautiful inside and so relaxing . We really enjoyed our holiday. We will return again in the future.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J., Washington, District of Columbia

8 December 2018

Great Stay at Beautiful Villa

My sister and I spent our annual "sister week" in Barbados and this year we stayed at the South Ocean Villa. In the 11 years that we have been coming to Barbados we have never had a boring time. The country and the people are warm, beautiful and interesting. This year I have to add that the two bedroom unit we rented made the stay all the more joyous. Waking to the sunrise and sitting on the balcony watching the sunset are lasting impressions non the beauty of Barbados. My sister and I have found "our space" and look forward to renting the unit in the coming years.

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Gail I.

3 August 2018

Delightful stay in a beautiful villa and location

A beautifully decorated and clean villa accurately described and shown on rental sites. Kitchen had everything required and beds were very comfortable. Very clean and well maintained building. Very easy and efficient communications with both owner and local property manager. Location was the best! Used the boardwalk every day for taking a stroll, relaxing. Villa is very central to super restaurants (Tapas, Buzo among others), lovely beaches (Carlisle Bay), the race track, and Bridgetown. Many of the east and south coast beaches had a problem with seaweed while we were there, but there were many other options available close by and along the west coast. Thanks to Susyn and Mark for allowing us to enjoy this lovely villa in amazing Barbados!

10/10 Excellent

Mariana T.

2 August 2018

Beautiful place

The view was absolutley beautiful, and everything was neat and amazing. The boardwalk was great to walk at night, if you want to find a nice cheap or expensive bar/restaurant on the way you can. (We recommend Oasis Bar) Easy to contact the owners, and overall a wonderful experience. Unforgetable!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

8 April 2018

Beautiful view, very comfortable unit

Was extremely happy with our accommodations during our 3 week stay at South Ocean Villa, unit 601. The view was amazing, the turtles swam by in the morning. We would go take a swim in the ocean steps away and come back for a cold drink on the patio and pool area. Staff was excellent and the furnishings and appliances were all very satisfactory. We would rent this unit again in a minute. Thank you for the hospitality.

10/10 Excellent

Ella T.

2 April 2018

Three weeks in Paradise!

Beautiful, clean, spacious condo that offeres everything you need to enjoy great holidays! We loved every minute spent in it! Cooking dinners, having a glass of wine , watching incredible sunsets and admiring beautiful views of the sea ! Truly an amazing location that offers steps to the beach, boardwalk and a pool! We loved watching turtles and stingrays from the balcony! Great communication with the property owners Mark and Susyn! Would like to thank you again for the opportunity given to us to enjoy your piece of paradise! We will be definitely back, counting the days!

10/10 Excellent

Kirby D.

24 January 2018

perfect

Barbados is a wonderful island, is this is a wonderful place to stay. It could not be improved upon IMO

Stayed 20 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

debbie w.

18 December 2017

Nice Condo

Had a fabulous time at the condo. Well equipped and nice space. Location is good. Close proximity to lots of stuff and right on the ocean. The boardwalk being right in front gives you the opportunity to not have to walk on the road which could be dangerous based on the speed some of the vehicles are going when they pass thru this area. Would definitely recommend this space for anyone interested in visiting Barbados. Missed the sea turtles, none to be found anywhere.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

david C.

14 December 2017

Exceptional Experience and Great Hosts

What a gorgeous place, Mark and Susyn were amazing hosts. They truly know how to make the trip easy with their extensive itinerary and recommendations. The villa was spotless, very comfortable, and so close to everything. Hastings is the perfect area to be because you are right in the middle of Bridgetown and St. Lawrence Gap. Also being close to the airport and Oistins was amazing. We loved the walk to Dover and Carlisle Beaches and all the fun bars/restaurants on the Boardwalk. The amazing view from the Villa also made us able to spot the sea turtles right from our balcony so we were able to run down and swim with them. Mark and Susyn were also very helpful while we were there and responded to our emails quickly to help us with certain questions. I can't wait to go back, thanks again for the best honeymoon! Dave and Charmaine

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A., New York

4 September 2017

Awesome home away from home ❤️❤️

We stayed here for a little over 2 weeks, best choice ever. My kids and husband loved it, the view from the balcony is awesome, we even saw turtles swimming, the villa was nice and clean, no complaints, we enjoyed the ocean sounds at night. Even though the beach was right there we enjoyed our morning walks to Accra beach, not too far and great excercise, which you need if you plan on eating the awesome Island food. The owners were very friendly and didn't lie when they told me that I would have a great time staying there. Hoping to return next year.

Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

bob p., Island Grove , Ontario

14 April 2017

A fabulous spot!

This was our 5th year staying in the "Boardwalk" area of the South Coast and our first at Mark and Susyn's place. It was by far the nicest location we have had! In fact, it is hard to imagine a better location in the area. The unit sits on the 6th floor on the East side of the complex which gives it the best views and the most privacy of any of the units in the building (except for the penthouse above). The owners were very pleasant to deal with and their attention to detail was outstanding. The place was clean and very nicely furnished. Air conditioning was unnecessary with the lovely ocean breezes whistling through the place all day and night. The pool area was quiet and immacualtly maintained. We spent mornings counting the turtles in the sea and the evenings toasting the sunsets all from the very private balcony. A wonderful and memorable month!!

Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stacy B.

10 April 2017

BEAUTIFUL CONDO AND LOCATION- GORGEOUS VIEWS

We stayed at this condo for 2 weeks in February. The weather was fantastic and the views from this condo are so amazing! You can watch the turtles from the balcony of the condo while having your morning coffee - yes the water is THAT clear! The condo is big and clean and it had everything we needed and we had an issue with the A/C upon arrival but Mark was on this for us and took care of it! The only downfall we had was no beach chairs or umbrella and going over to hotel down the beach to use theirs, the security guard said no you aren't a guest here you can't use our chairs. They are for guests only and I guess they were full occupancy and their guests have been complaining of having nowhere to sit by the beach. So we spent our time mostly at the pool/sundeck at the condo. Then when we wanted to cool off- we went out to the ocean and floated in the beautiful clear waters. The people on the island are very helpful and friendly. We walked to most things but also took the little white ZR vans to get around. They are all over and cheap and some are very entertaining to be on with the music. We also walked over to the horse track, which is a fun experience as well. So thank you Mark and Susyn for sharing your beautiful condo in paradise with us. I sure hope that some day we can come back again. WE would stay here again in a heartbeat if returning to Barbados.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

25 January 2017

Perfect location. Great unit.

The unit itself was spacious and bright. Exit one side of building and you are on the boardwalk at the beach. Exit the other side and you are on the main road close to restaurants. The AC in the main area was disabled but the overhead fans kept it comfortable. AC in bedrooms worked very well. Overall, I highly recommend it.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

christine p.

15 December 2016

Perfect vacation in a paradise place!

I had a wonderful time with my family. We enjoyed the view, the beach, the turtles and swimming pool with kids..

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

6 September 2016

Crop Over 2016

We have stayed at this condo 2 of the last 4 years we have visited Barbados The location remains idyllic---near the beach, secure, near restaurants and shopping! The actual condo is also “nice”---2 bedrooms, kitchen, living area, two balconies with an ocean view! Noticeable problems have, however, become obvious: minor rusting on the refrigerator and door locks can easily be fixed; while there, the AC in the small bedroom was fixed so that it blows cold air. However, the biggest problem is that the living-family room area’s air-conditioning has been disconnected! Indeed, the air-conditioning in BOTH bedrooms operate, but the AC in the main housing areas has been disconnected (by order of the owner). This means that---because very few individuals spend the majority of their (in condo) time in the bedrooms, the heat in the larger part of the condo can become over-bearing! I can understand why (perhaps) the disconnection was made—too many renters leaving it on for too long! However, that should not be reason enough to “punish” those who have (in the past) followed the instructions to turn-off the AC when not in the condo or to leave the AC on for all “hours” of the day. There were miserable hours spent in the main housing areas. Perhaps a “timer” would be beneficial in preventing mis-use!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Peter J.

21 August 2016

Family Vaction

This was our first time doing a vacation rental through VRBO and Home away. Being from Barbados born and raised, we knew the area we wanted to be in where we could enjoy the beach, family and friends. And this was ideal. Mark made the booking experience very easy , and was professional, he answered all our questions in a timely manner and provided an over abundance of information in regards to his unit and island . We even switched our usual car rental company to one that Mark suggested . The apartment view was awesome and hearing the sounds of the Ocean was very relaxing The apartment was very clean and spacious, it has a beach, casual homey feel . Not glitzy and glamorous but the way a beach setting should be. Upon arrival we noted a few issues that had to be corrected, contacted the property manager , Laila and she responded promptly and the issues were rectified in a timely manner and it did not interfere with our vacation schedule. The living room AC did not work, but this was not missed, as we took advantage of the ocean breeze which kept the unit comfortable. and a Rum Punch helps to keep things cool One thing to mention, we rented a car to visit family and friends, its great having an indoor secure parking spot, just be prepared to utilize all your parking skills, as the garage is challenging to negotiate. We would enjoy breakfast and sometimes lunch on the veranda and head out for dinner . Would definitely recommend this unit being Beach front and updated good value for the money .

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nancy A., East Lansing, MI, USA

12 April 2016

Ladies on Spring Break

For 5 years we have been vacationing together during our spring break and wanted a new location. And what a location this was!! Right on the water, clean, and spacious. The owners were quick to respond, provided wonderful information, and assured everything was perfect. By far this location was the best. They are not exaggerating when they say you will love the views. We had a very relaxing time and also found plenty to do when desired. The security provided by locked gates and doors was a comfort. We would do it again!!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jarryn M., New York City

18 February 2016

Great Property, amazing view~

I would rate my overall experience in this property as great. It was me and 3 of my girlfriend who stayed at this property for about 4 days. The property was clean and enough room for 4 women. The real seller in this property is the amazing view from the balcony. This property is right on the beach and in a great location. I would def stay here again.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2015

About the host

Hosted by Mark Tillman

My family has traveled and wintered in beautiful Barbados for over 50 years. We are 4th generation hospitality professionals who understand what the word "hospitality" is all about. We searched the island to ensure that "our piece of paradise" is both comfortable and unique. We look forward to having you as our guests.

Why they chose this property

In our business, it is "Location, Location, Location." We believe we found it here.

What makes this property unique

The addition of the new government boardwalk has increased the value of enjoyment with this property. You are now able to move quickly and safely to the beach, restaurants, and shops all while enjoying the beautiful sea. It is great to people watch and to burn off some of those "Rum Calories."