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Opiniones

9.4 de 10,
Excepcional
3 habitaciones2 baños12 personas83.6 metros cuadrados

Servicios principales

  • Acepta mascotas
  • Desayuno disponible
  • Estacionamiento disponible
  • Lavadora
  • Asador
  • Cocina

Explora la zona

Map
Green Island
  • Playa de Bloody Bay
    ‪26 min en auto‬
  • Seven Mile Beach
    ‪30 min en auto‬
  • Playa Hedonism II
    ‪35 min en auto‬
  • Negril (NEG-Aeródromo Negril)
    ‪30 min en auto‬

Habitaciones y camas

3 habitaciones (para 12 personas)

Habitación 1

2 camas individuales

Habitación 2

2 camas individuales y 2 camas Queen

Habitación 3

2 camas individuales

2 baños

Baño 1

Excusado · Solo regadera

Baño 2

Excusado · Solo regadera

Ambientes

Deck o patio
Cobertizo o lanai
Cocina
Jardín

Información de la propiedad

Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican

Set high on a mountain above Green Island, Spring Mountain Villa gives you privacy, a breathtaking view and a vacation like no other. This rustic home gives you a real feel for life in Jamaica, with a personal guide right next door to help with anything you need. There is a pool table on site with a bar, A/C, and Wi-Fi. There are plenty of local activities and we provide transportation to Negril or other attractions.

Your host Marvia lives right next door and will provide a genuine Jamaican vacation tailored to your taste! She is available to cook (Marvia is a great chef), guide and transport you to the many activities available locally. The entire 3 acre compound is fenced and the enclosure contains the two villas, many native fruit trees (mango, papaya, banana, coconut), and a vegetable garden. For a modest fee, you can go deep sea fishing, river fishing, go horseback riding, visit the bird sanctuary and even hike to the falls. The house is just miles from the white sand beaches and cliff side restaurants of world famous Negril. Negril beach, just 20 minutes away by car, is a seven mile crescent ringed with bars, restaurants and water activities.

Spring Mountain Benefit Corp. is exempt from Federal income tax under section 501(c)3 of the Internal Revenue Code. Any contributions above fair market value for your stay at Spring Mountain Villa are tax deductible under section 170 of the Code. Spring Mountain Benefit Corp. is a public charity in place to help local people in Jamaica.

Marvia, who has two children, has years of experience as a tourist chaperone. She is fluent in English and knows her business very well. She was born and raised in the area. You can feel safe and secure in her care. She will escort you to the less expensive shops and stores as well as secluded and remote areas, if you wish, for a modest fee.

If you like the beach, this is the way to go: the white sands of Negril, the sunsets, the nighttime activities are at your disposal! You do not have to deal with the hassle of tourist hotels, with a myriad of rules and regulations. If you wish, you can relax on the beach every day and spend the entire time frequenting the local bars and restaurants. Every hotel on the beach has a bar and a beach area that are open to the public and most have amenities that you can enjoy (such as hammocks, a pool, and beach chairs) while you patronize their establishment.

If you like the cliffs, you can spend all day snorkeling off the rocks at any number of bars and restaurants that overlook the sea. You can ride there by auto or take a trip on a glass bottom boat around the beach to the cliffs. You can see the famous cliffs from the boat, snorkel on the reefs, swim to the cliffs (and dive, if you are brave!).

There are many glass bottom boats available in Negril to snorkel on the reefs or for lunch on a nearby island, where you can feast on lobster, fish and chicken (drink included). You can go deep sea fishing or river fishing, if this is your pleasure.

You can cool off and go river swimming (fresh water) by the waterfall. It is an easy hike through the lush green countryside.

If you are an explorer, then this is the vacation you want. You can hike at Roaring River and the Mayfield Falls or take a day trip to the bird sanctuary and enjoy the natural landscape at your own pace.

Administrador de la propiedad

Megan Saul

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Inglés

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Servicios

Cocina
Lavadora
Mascotas
A/A
Área exterior
Desayuno disponible

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Reglas de la propiedad

Flexibilidad disponible para la hora del check-in (contacta al anfitrión antes de tu llegada)
Flexibilidad disponible para la hora del check-out (contacta al anfitrión para coordinarlo)
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Niños

Se permiten niños: edad mínima de 0 a 17 años
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Eventos

Se permiten eventos
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Mascotas

Se aceptan mascotas
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Fumar

Se permite fumar (solo en áreas designadas)

Información importante

Información importante

Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
Se permite organizar fiestas y eventos
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de humo en la propiedad

Información de la zona

Kingsvale

Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra en el campo y en la montaña, en Kingsvale. La belleza natural de la zona puede apreciarse en Seven Mile Beach y Playa Hedonism II. Las actividades como paseos en jet ski y buceo ofrecen una gran oportunidad de disfrutar del agua y, si buscas un poco de adrenalina, puedes hacer paseos a caballo y tours ecológicos en los alrededores.
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Green Island

Qué hay cerca

  • Playa de Bloody Bay - A 26 min en auto - 20.9 km
  • Bloody Bay - A 28 min en auto - 21.8 km
  • Seven Mile Beach - A 30 min en auto - 23.9 km
  • Parque acuático Kool Runnings - A 31 min en auto - 24.6 km
  • Playa Hedonism II - A 35 min en auto - 24.1 km

Medios de transporte

  • Montego Bay (MBJ-A. Internacional Sir Donald Sangster) - 75 min en auto

Restaurantes

  • ‪Juice Beef - ‬A 18 min en auto
  • ‪Hammond's Bakery - ‬A 18 min en auto
  • ‪Golden Apple Tavern - ‬A 24 min en auto
  • ‪Bigger Beach Road Restaurant - ‬A 15 min en auto
  • ‪Lobster Trap - ‬A 22 min en auto

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican acepta mascotas?

Sí, se aceptan mascotas en la propiedad.

¿Dónde se encuentra Charming, quiet mountain top villa: Experience Jamaica Like a Jamaican?

Esta casa de vacaciones en la montaña queda a 20 km (12 mi) de Playa Half Moon, Parque marino nacional de la bahía de Samuel y Hanover Museum. Sir Alexander Bustamante Square & Around y Headland también se encuentran a 20 km (12 mi).

Opiniones

9.4

Excepcional

Las opiniones se muestran en orden cronológico, y están sujetas a un proceso de revisión y verificación, a menos que se indique lo contrario.
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Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 9 de 11 opiniones
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 1 de 11 opiniones
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 0 de 11 opiniones
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 1 de 11 opiniones
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 11 opiniones

8.8/10

Limpieza

8.8/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Comunicación

7.4/10

Ubicación

7.4/10

Veracidad del anuncio

Opiniones

10/10 Excelente

Annie R.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Picnic Pan

We loved the property! Marvia, the property manager was awesome. She went above and beyond to meet and sur pass my expectations. I didn't want to leave. The peace and serenity was wonderful. I will be back. However, if you are looking for a oceanfront resort type of place, this is not the place for you.
Se hospedó 9 noches en abril de 2024

10/10 Excelente

Todd H.

Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio

Fantastic Experience!

Marvia was a phenomenal host. Views and food were absolutely amazing. If you are looking for a way to see the real Jamaica, away from the tourist traps. This is it!
Se hospedó 5 noches en diciembre de 2022

4/10 Malo

Jim j.

No le gustó: Comunicación, ubicación, veracidad del anuncio

Beware! Tourist trap. No hot water, over charge, Wifi is very weak,. Lots lots of mosquitoes.

If without host Marvia, I would give this property 1star. The host Marvia is living next door on same lot, she is very helpful and nice. And tried her best to help us. But there are lots of thing beyond her ability. The house in rental is in serious need to be updated and maintenance to be just livable. The house description says 4 bed rooms sleep upto 12 people. Actually it has only three bedrooms has queens. total 4 beds. The 4th "bedroom" is unfinished basement, nothing inside. Our group has 6 people , have no problem here. The biggest problem is NO HOT WATER in the whole house!!! we was told first it is solar heated, will have hot water 2nd day when sun comes out. But 2nd morning , still no hot water, we have to cancel the trip and leave earlier. When I contact with owner Megan, she claim the water is not so cold, we still can take shower without hot water???!!! We absolutely can not accept this excuse. We are family with two senior and two kids, I can not believe owner ask us take cold shower after whole water playing. Another big issue is the wifi is very very weak , on and off from time to time. I ask owner by message before booking, whether the wifi is working and can stream the football game since we have very important semifinal game that night. I only go ahead booked after getting confirmed information. But reality is the wifi is working, but very very very weak, can barely load web-pages. We missed that game, can only see short clips afterword. Beside these two unacceptable conditions, the whole house are in very bad conditions, exposed wire in the living room, open outlet box everywhere. No any cooking utilities . ( Marvia is great cooker, appreciate her great meal with reasonable price). Even with all this hassle, we still tried to communicate with owner, unfortunately Megan does not admit any of the above . And she even suggested us took cold water shower, which is not cold in her standard !! Beside all this issue, we paid $225 which is more than one day price, she refuse to refund the overpaid potion. She claim the payment will help local people. But that is not the reason to over charge customer with unlivable condition house. But it needs to be win win solution. Not only help local people but treat tourists like nobody. And not a good way to do business. You can cheat guests once, but no one will come back again. This stay is the only bad memory we experienced in two week Jamaica vacation. Stay away!
Se hospedó 2 noches en diciembre de 2019

10/10 Excelente

Megan S., Connecticut, USA

Fantastic vacation!

My host Marvia made my stay fun and inviting. Would definitely recommend to anyone! The views from the villa are breathtaking.
Se hospedó 6 noches en noviembre de 2018
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

Steve B.

Great Time

I had a great time visiting Jamaica while staying at Megan's place. I travelled by myself and always felt welcome there, starting with Marvia picking me up at the airport. She and her friend brought me to the a local place to eat which was wonderful. It was a short stay for me (5 nights) but we packed a lot in while I was there. We went to the beach in Negril, we went fishing with Blacks, went on a Catamaran ride where we went snorkeling and visited Rick's, and also visited some local places to eat. It was great because Marvia set them all up and drove me around when I needed it. The area is also beautiful where Megan's place is - not only the immediate landscape but the view from the mountains. The place itself is nice in a simple way. For me, I didn't want to stay at a resort - I wanted to experience and mix in with the people of Jamaica. This trip did not disappoint. Stayed 3/31 - 4/5
Se hospedó 5 noches en marzo de 2016
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

Denise D.

Greatest vacation my husband and I have ever been on. If you want to live and see the real country

It's out there but it's so worth it. You need to be looking for the real Thing. The people of Jamaica are a lesson in love, peace and respect. Our host Marvia is one of the jewels of Jamaica. She is an angel. She Loves living on her mountain, doesn't want to live any where else. If you're looking for are adventure, off the grid, the real thing. Felt safe and secure in her care. Peace, love and respect. Can't wait to go back. love u Marvia
Se hospedó 12 noches en marzo de 2016
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

Morgan S.

An unforgettable experience to live like a local

We stayed for 3weeks during the Christmas holidays with our two adult children, it really was authentic Jamaican country living. Marvia is an amazing cook and host. The villa is clean, and maintained to the best of their ability. She did what ever she could to cater to us. Her two children and family pets (dogs, pig and goat) enriched our stay. We felt very safe and welcome in the community. Marvia was able to show us the real Jamaica with many personal custom guided tours to waterfalls, beaches and local towns. We would recommend this place to a friend that is looking for a cottage like holiday in paradise.
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

8/10 Bueno

Beth K.

Nice!

My husband, three teenage kids and I stayed here over Christmas. One of the most interesting vacations ever! So nice to not be at a resort and be able to experience a bit of life with the locals. We were still able to enjoy the beach at Negril so it was really best of both worlds. The rental property is on top of a hill next to the home of Marvia and Jocko and their 2 young children who you can't help but fall in love with. :) My favorite thing about staying here was waking up in the morning and having a wonderful cup of coffee while sitting on the front porch feeling the warm sun and taking in all of the sounds. Chickens, goats, horse, dogs all roam around the property. You could often hear a radio playing from a neighbor across the valley or the sounds of someone out working. It was wonderful. Marvia is a gracious host and was brilliant about all of the local floral and fauna. We were able to sample many of the local flavors, right from their property. Fresh coconut right of the tree, gungo beans, turmeric, breadfruit and the best bananas ever. We were there for Boxing Day and they had a party, so that was a unique experience too. The accommodations are rustic but we embraced it and had a great time. Not only did we have a nice time enjoying the warmth and sun but we made new friends! :)
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

ERIC B.

Great time! Unlike the usual Jamaica experience.

My wife and I recently stayed at Marvia's guest house and had a blast. This is definitely not like the typical "all-inclusive resorts," and we were delighted with our experience. The quiet country area offered sublime views. We woke up early every morning and basked in the sunrise - which was amazing from the back porch. Sunsets were equally epic from the front. Marvia's family and neighbors were all super nice and friendly. The house is a 20-30 minute from the nearest "touristy" city - Negril. Marvia organized a driver to take us wherever we wanted. The driver that she used was punctual, polite, friendly, and professional. We most enjoyed going to the Half-Moon beach/resort. We weren't bugged by the parade of "hustlers" that we discovered at Negril. Marvia always knows about a lot of other hidden gems that aren't typically frequented by tourists. In particular - ask about the place with her favorite coco-bread and patties. Marvia is also a great cook. She prepared a couple dinners for my wife and I and they were delicious. The house was exactly as advertised and really we wanted for nothing. I really can't say enough good things about our experience. I'd be delighted to serve as a reference for Marvia and talk openly about the details of our experience
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

Alisha H.

Beautiful location and great hosts

We stayed on the upper half of this house for a week. We were in town for a wedding at Beaches Resort in Negril - about a 20-25 min drive away. The host Marvia is wonderful and an amazing cook. All our favorite meals were the ones she prepared - delicious! So much better than the restaurant food in Negril. The upper half of the house has a very large bedroom, living room, bathroom and kitchen. It was more than enough space for our family of three. The view on the front and back porches is breathtaking (mountains in the back & ocean in the front). My daughter loved playing with Marvia's sweet children and seeing the baby goats and other occassional livestock that happened through. Marvia drove down to meet us in Grand Island when we first arrived. It took us a couple tries to learn the route up the mountain, but people were always very helpful if we missed the turn. The road up to the house (Marvia's neighbor's house) is a quite rugged but my husband managed well in our rental car. It was so nice to stay in this town away from the tourist trap of Negril. We were at the resort for a couple days for the wedding (day passes) but on the other days, there is a public beach (parking ~$4) right next to Beaches that was lovely. This was a great spot to stay and really enjoy Jamaica. Thank you Marvia for being such a wonderful host!!
Esta opinión se envió antes de 2018 y no está verificada.

10/10 Excelente

flo s.

breathtaking views

what a marvelous vacation location! set atop the mountain, one has views of the mountain range from the back veranda and of the sea from the front veranda. spacious home with living room, full kitchen and 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms. tv and air conditioning! private, quiet, secure. only a few miles from the glorious beach of negril. this experience is memorable. see and "feel" the real jamaica as few do. if you choose the "meal plan", you won't be sorry! the food is authentic jamaican and delicious. transportation to any destination is available. the "host" family next door is as attentive as you want them to be. warm and personable. an eco-vacation rather than a typical tourist trip.

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Anfitrión: Megan Saul

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Marvia and I built this property in 2005 in order to allow tourists to experience local life in Jamaica, and to bring much needed money to the area. Spring Mountain Benefit Corp, the nonprofit, uses all proceeds from rentals to benefit local people in the area. I've been going to Jamaica for over 30 years and have been 'sisters' with Marvia since 1998. I have always loved the place, the people and the culture and want to help in any way I can.

Marvia's major in school was agriculture and she is very well versed in all types of plants and animal care.

Por qué eligió esta propiedad

The location of this property is fantastic. You can see the sunrise from the back veranda and the sunset from the front veranda. It is secluded, high on the hill, and surrounded by farm land to ensure privacy. It is a beautiful location.

Qué distingue a esta propiedad

Relaxed atmosphere, tailored to suit the traveler's needs. The vacation can be customized in just about any way imaginable. Also, any money paid over $30 per night is a US Federal tax write-off as it is a charitable donation.

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