Let me say that our week at Greatview was amazing! I know you receive countless glowing reviews about your villa bookings. I also know I am extremely picky and pay attention to so many details. Then, Dave has his own criteria that can make my villa selections a bit of a challenge. You have come through for us on so many occasions. I always wonder in anticipation if you can top some our previous stays, especially after a great stay at Allamanda last year. But, Greatview surpassed every experience we have had to date. Within 24 hours of our arrival, Dave was telling me he would no-doubt be interested in returning to Greatview. He reiterated that sentiment several times through the week. In fact, he even joked that we could have stayed a second week when we were asking our butler about upcoming bookings at the villa once we left.
Aside from the stunning decor, wonderful layout and spectacular location, one of the significant benefits at Greatview was the air conditioned study where Dave could play his virtual reality video games (his new hobby). Dave was able to have a perfect, cool area to spend his days. We have stayed in a few villas with family rooms or TV rooms, but they were either not air conditioned, the internet was too weak in that part of the house, etc. Of course, the patio was also perfect for Dave to work a few hours each day and still be near me in the pool (a bonus for me!). Plus, it was great to watch our movies, etc. at night in the air conditioned family room without having to retreat to the bedroom right after dinner. Although, the Greatview master suite would have been plenty comfortable!
One of the other cool bonus features of our visit was the opportunity to meet Margaret and receive a copy of her book about her Greatview journey. What a great lady and she has such an inspiring story! I had looked for her book online so I was thrilled when they handed me my own copy. It was fascinating to read about her challenges of building in Jamaica. In addition, we really liked our butler and our chef. We pride ourselves in being low maintenance and we don't really need to be checked on too often. Lemar fit the bill. Germaine's upbeat demeanor was a pleasure to encounter through the day, even though he was not actually our butler during our stay. Oral really seemed to care that we were happy with the menu and asked a few times through the week if we wanted him to change anything. Oral even sent us home with fresh-baked cake and banana bread which was so sweet of him. The staff really made us feel comfortable, which I know you also hear so often. But, we like our solitude and this staff offered a great balance of hospitality and service.
Thank you again for yet another wonderful villa vacation! Dave and I both think you are just wonderful!!!
Brenda J.
Villa Indigo
Caribbean / Jamaica / Montego Bay
Villa Indigo at HALF MOON is one of the undisputed finest private homes in this collection.
Overview
- 5-bedroom+ Premier staffed villa overlooking a breathtaking ocean panorama
- 20 ’x 40’ heated pool with waterfall feed to hot tub below (pool maintains 85-degree temperature all winter)
- 24-hour concierge service: 2 butlers, chef, housekeepers, gardener, and laundress
- Air-conditioned gym: recumbent bicycle, treadmill, stair master, free weights, exercise balls, mats, TV
- Spa and steam room, rainfall shower, and stone massage ~ spa technician on call from 9 AM till 9 PM. Click here to view the spa menu
- DVDs and Game Stations in each room, 300 games that can be played with hand controls on the TVs in each bedroom
- Outdoor games room with ping pong table, pool table, foosball table, basketball net, 60-game arcade table, flat screen TV, and comfy seating
- Nintendo Wii U and free Apple TV
- Complimentary snorkels, fins, masks, picnic baskets, beach towels, and water shoes
- Air-conditioned den with 30" plasma television, DVD, VCR
- Large selection of books, music CDs, and current DVD movies for parents and children
- Cable television and quiet air conditioning in all bedrooms
- Two Aerobeds that will accommodate children up to age 10 so they can sleep in their parents' room
- Outdoor gas grill for chicken, pork, prime rib, fresh fish, lobster, tenderloin
- Fire pit for authentic Jamaican dinners under the stars (followed by marshmallow roast for children)
- Handicap accessible: toilet boosters, ramps to all main floor rooms, and pool
- Wheelchair-accessible shower, a 2-minute drive from Hospiten Hospital with up-to-date equipment and American-trained physicians
- Child Friendly: complimentary 2 cribs, pack & play, 2 highchairs, booster seats, stroller, baby toys, water toys, beach toys, pool basketball, 2 bicycles, motorized kids car, Thomas Train set with its own table
- Nortel Meridian phone system with intercom to all rooms, kitchen, and staff
- Dell laptop, dedicated line for complimentary ADSL Internet access, wireless network for laptop users
- Kids Club at Little View for up to 4 children ages 3 to 12. Nannies or supervision are not provided. Nannies can be hired starting at $15 per hour.
- Rose Hall Golf Membership
- Half Moon Golf, Tennis & Beach Club Membership
- Complimentary Driver (12 or 14-seater van) for rates of $25,000 or more (not including the taxes & fees). Gas is at an additional cost.
Villa Indigo is one of the most glamorous private homes overlooking the Half Moon golf course and vast ocean vista. Three world-class golf courses (Cinnamon Hill & Half Moon) are within a five-minute drive.
The view is breathtaking ~ the deep blue sea to the north and magnificent mountains to the south. Here is the marriage of exquisite taste, beauty, and comfort ~ floors of French limestone, Travertine marble, and exotic pressed bamboo; walls of Barbadian coral stone and Venetian glaze. The details are immaculate and artistic. Furnishings are an exquisite combination of Asian antique and tropical colonial. Grounds are lush in orange and lime trees, avocado, papaya, mango, breadfruit, Poinciana, flame trees, and delicate orchids.
Five well-appointed bedrooms are complemented by inside and outside dining areas, a snug television den, and an air-conditioned gym complete with TV and fitness videos. A supplemental generator ensures that Villa Indigo is never without electricity and air conditioning.
Villa Indigo is among the best-managed and best-staffed villas in our group. A staff of 10 ensures the highest levels of service 24 hours a day. Our expert chef presents exquisite meals from the state-of-the-art kitchen with a six-burner commercial gas stove and grill, two ovens, a bread maker, a rotisserie, a microwave, a wine cooler, an ice maker, and a cappuccino/espresso machine. The Chef delights guests with his specialties of homemade pate, jerk chicken, lobster Newberg, grilled salmon in avocado sauce, pecan-crusted snapper, grilled shrimp and tenderloin, grasshopper pie, and more. Table service is Wedgwood and Lenox china and sterling silver. Meals are served formally under the crystal chandelier or more casually on the al fresco 700-square-foot verandah overlooking the pool and magnificent ocean view.
The large infinity-edge pool flows as a waterfall into the hot tub on the lower lawn. The poolside bar has a television, blender, smoothie maker, and fridge stocked with drinks.
While numerous balconies and overlooks are part of Villa Indigo’s contemporary architecture, the villa is child-friendly. It offers complimentary cribs with mobiles, highchairs, playpens, baby toys and games, water toys, floats, water basketball, and three tricycles. The shallow end of the pool can be roped off to define where deeper water begins. Villa Indigo includes two connecting suites for families. Also notable is Villa Indigo’s accommodation of guests who use wheelchairs or are physically challenged.
Accommodations
Ground Floor
Hibiscus Suite
Four-poster king-size bed, sitting area, entertainment unit with 20" television, mini-fridge, antique French desk with Internet access for laptops. Glamorous bathroom with double vanity, whirlpool bath, walk-in steam shower, and bidet. The bathroom opens to cut stone open-air Swedish drench shower and massage area. The bedroom opens to a porch, sea view, and garden. Connecting passage to Orchid Room.
Orchid Suite
Two queen-size beds, a 19th-century burled walnut armoire, and an English faux-bamboo antique desk. Glamorous bathroom with double vanity, whirlpool bath, bidet, and seat in large shower for guests with disabilities. The bathroom opens to cut stone open-air Swedish drench shower and massage area. The bedroom opens to a porch, sea view, and garden, a connecting passage to the Master Bedroom (Plantation Room).
Mid-Level
Bromeliad Suite
Four-poster king-size bed. Burmese and Chinese furnishings, antique red lacquered desk and Chinese wedding chair, Asian art. Wrap-around balcony with views of the Caribbean Sea, rainforest, and meadow. The en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower and opens to the east balcony.
Upper Level
Water Lily Room
King-size bed and balcony. Next door to Anthurium. En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
Opens to a balcony with a lovely Caribbean Sea view.
Anthurium Room
King-size bed and balcony next to Water Lily. En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
Opens to a balcony with a lovely Caribbean Sea view.
Rose Hall Golf Membership
Experience 36 holes of championship golf carved from the Jamaican countryside up to seaside greens on the Caribbean Sea! Located at Rose Hall, Cinnamon Hill, and White Witch are both 18-hole championship golf courses just 5 minutes away by car. Kindly note: Subject to seasonal openings
- Complimentary Green Fees
- Guests Responsible for Cart and Caddie Fees
- Caddies are mandatory (gratuity not included)
Tee times are based on availability. Ask your staff to reserve tee times 1-2 days in advance while on the island.
Half Moon Beach Club
Complimentary Resort Membership Benefits:
Half Moon Golf Benefits:
- Unlimited use of practice facilities and range balls
- Unlimited free green fees (Caddy fee not included)
- 25% discount on optional cart rental
- Weekly complimentary Golf clinic
Please note: Admittance is limited to 10 guests at any one time. There may be occasions when some or all the facilities of the hotel may be closed for membership guest services due to a private hotel event. Half Moon Hotel reserves the right to change or alter its membership packages with no advance notice.
Resort Amenity Benefits:
- Eclipse Beach & complimentary towel service
- Use of 1,330 sq. ft. state-of-the-art fitness center with cardio & weight room & spinning studio
- Hibiscus Pool & Jacuzzi
- Use of the 9 tennis courts, lit for night play (reservations required). Complimentary racquets & balls
- Weekly complimentary tennis clinics (reservations required)
- 10% discount on tennis lessons
- Complimentary use of 4 squash courts (reservations required)
- Complimentary use of 8 pickleball courts (reservations required)
- Advance booking in all restaurants & spa
- Croquet and miniature putting green
- Weekly Manager cocktail party
- Access to Fern Tree & Salamander Spa with a 10% discount (reservations required)
- Access to Anancy Children’s Village
The following activities may be booked on the day of service and are subject to availability: Horseback Riding, Watersports,
No food or beverages are allowed to be brought on Half Moon property.
Amenities
5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Bathrooms
Sleeps 10 Guests
12500 Interior Square Ft.
- Bedrooms
- Gym
- Den
- 2 Aerobeds that will accommodate children up to age 10 so they can sleep in their parents' room
- Complimentary 2 cribs
- Pack & play
- 2 high chairs
- Booster seats
- Stroller
- Baby toys
- Water toys
- Beach toy
- Pool basketball
- 2 bicycles
- motorized kids car
- Thomas Train set with its own table
- One bedroom tree house/play house
- Connecting rooms
- Toilet boosters
- Ramps to all main floor rooms and pool
- Wheelchair accessible shower
- 2 minute drive from Hospiten Hospital with up-to-date equipment and American trained physicians
- dedicated line for complimentary ADSL Internet access
- wireless network for laptop users
- 20 ’x 40’ heated pool with waterfall feed to hot tub below
- Pool maintains 85-degree temperature all winter
- complimentary snorkels
- fins
- masks
- Chef
- Housekeepers
- Gardener
- Laundress
- 2 Butlers
- Rose Hall Golf Membership
- Half Moon Golf, Tennis & Beach Club Membership
- Spa and steam room, rainfall shower and stone massage
- Spa technician on call 9 AM till 9 PM
- Weddings - Maximum guests: 20 (includes 10 staying at villa)
- Bathrobes
- Hair dryers
- Distant ocean view
- picnic baskets
- beach towels and water shoes
- Supplemental generator
- The poolside bar has a television
- Outdoor gas grill
- DVD’s and Game Stations in each room
- Ping pong table
- Pool table
- Foosball table
- Basketball net
- 60 game arcade table
- Flat screen TV and comfy seating
- Nintendo Wii U
- Free Apple TV
- Sirius or XM Radio
Details
Pool Details
20' x 40' x 9' deep
Distance Details
Beach: 5 minutes
Town: 15 minutes
Airport: 15 minutes
Bookings less than 6 weeks from arrival: 4-night minimum stay | Flexible start day
Easter/Thanksgiving: 7-night minimum stay | Friday or Saturday start day | Minimum 8 bedrooms
Festive Season: 7-night minimum stay | Friday or Saturday start day | Minimum 10 bedrooms
Wedding Venue Surcharge: $30 per person | Maximum Guests: 20 (includes 10 occupying the villa)
Villas in Proximity: Endless Summer, Flower Hill, Nutmeg, and Pavilion
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Location
Reviews
Where to begin......This was our second stay at Greatview. We thought the first was phenomenal and didn't think it could get better. We were wrong! It was even better the second time! The house is beautiful, yet very child friendly and very comfortable for adults. The caring and attentive staff at Greatview made us feel at home. They were always there to meet all our needs yet they were never over bearing. We had children ranging in age from 7-13 and they all agreed this was their best vacation ever. From arts and crafts with Christine the nanny to ping pong and basketball, everyone was kept busy. All the staff was wonderful but the new butler Jermaine really connected to the kids with his wonderful sense of humor. Jermaine was so professional, playful and engaging. A fabulous new addition to an already wonderful staff. Colin the chef prepared creative, delicious meals. We never had any desire to go out for meals because we knew those meals wouldn't rival Colin's. He did a wonderful job of preparing many choices for our group of 11. Different kids with different demands. Colin met every demand and exceeded our expectations. Greatview is a relaxing, beautiful home that allows you to be as active as you would like. We can't wait to return to Greatview and see all those friendly faces again. We have already booked our next stay. The only negative is.....it's not soon enough!!
Laurie H.
The staff exceeded all expectations. There was no aspect of the staff or service that we weren't overly impressed by. Chef, Gregory, Pamela, Jermaine, Odean, Suzette, and everyone else made us feel like a welcome family the entire time. Wonderful home. Stunning views, plenty of space. The rooms are amazing in their own unique ways. Odean is the man. We will miss Greatview but can't wait to come back with new friends and family. Thank you all!
Wilkinson Party
Staff is amazing. A great group of people to help make our trip wonderful & memorable. Oral is the best chef we have ever had; Jermaine & Gregory were friendly & attentive and the ladies in Housekeeping were excellent. Everton, the driver was truly an asset. We can’t wait to return.
Claudine
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