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Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados

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Front of Carizma
Open plan living room
Side view of Carizma
Private kitchen
Have an evening in cooking at home.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4224.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
St Peter
  • Heywoods Beach
    12 min walk
  • St. Peter Parish Church
    13 min walk
  • Speightstown Esplanade
    13 min walk
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    44 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados

CARIZMA holiday villa is open plan in design. The fabulous living dining area and kitchen are colour coordinated in cream, greens and oranges giving a chic but Caribbean feel. You will find comfortable chairs and sofa, dining table and fantastic kitchen with all necessary appliances. Enjoy the facilities of a large multi channel TV and free wireless broadband.

The indoor living space opens out onto a 30ft terrace through 2 sets of french doors. Here you will also find comfortable chairs and an outdoor dining area. You have a choice of eating inside or alfresco.
Take a step down and you are in your own private garden surrounded by Bougainvillea and Caribbean flora. To the rear of the villa is a private sun terrace to enjoy and an outside shower to help keep you cool and refreshed.

From Carizma, you can bathe in the beautiful blue/ turquoise sea, relax on the soft white sand or watch the most fantastic sunsets and view the stars at night. Alternatively, catch the yellow bus to enjoy the west coast shops, restaurants and the best of the Bajan night life.

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Property manager

Ruth & Rob Dean
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Only outside please
Please turn off the air-conditioning units and fans when leaving the property.

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 indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

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

About the area

Speightstown

Located in Speightstown, this villa is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mullins Beach and Sandy Lane Beach. Folkestone Marine Park and Caribbean International Riding Centre are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
St Peter

What's nearby

  • Heywoods Beach - 12 min walk
  • Speightstown Esplanade - 13 min walk
  • Port St. Charles Marina - 17 min walk
  • Mullins Beach - 7 min drive
  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jac's Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Chefette - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chefette Lancaster - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Yacht Club at Port St. Charles - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Orange Street Grocer - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Carizma- A chic 2 bedroom villa- West Coast Barbados located?

Situated by the ocean, this villa is within a 15-minute walk of Heywoods Beach, St. Peter Parish Church and Speightstown Esplanade. Arlington House Museum and Speightstown Mural are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Cozy and comfortable
My spouse and I were there for 7 days from 6/27-7/5. The house was very comfortable and we had a great stay in spite of Hurricane Beryl. Property manager, Anita checked in to make sure we were ok. The location was perfect - we were close to the beach, Speightstown and the main road to allow for easy travel around the island. Our only disappointment was that there was no dryer as previously listed, I noticed the listing has since been edited to indicate there is a drying rack, not an actual dryer.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Villa in Barbados!!!
Exceptional customer service all around. The property was a very clean and homey. The location was perfect and very close to the beach. Ruth, Anita and Dave provided excellent customer service and were on hand for any questions we had. I highly recommend this villa on your visit to Barbados.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Caribbean home from home.
Lovely, comfortable house in quiet residential area of Speightstown. Beautifully furnished and with well equipped kitchen. Small but very nice patio and garden areas. Perfect retreat but handy for local facilities and beaches. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Beautiful two bedroom house in Perfect location. Very well equipped.Great communication.Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Helen B., Essex England

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
First VRBO experience in Barbados
We had a very relaxing time at Carizma Villa. The owner Ruth was a great help before travel and property manager Anita was helpful when we were there. It’s a lovely little villa. Well equipped. Good quality towels (plenty of them) and bed linen. Enjoyed our breakfast every day on the veranda accompanied by two cheeky little sparrows! We walked to Heywoods Beach which we love and only took 10 mins - you can get there even quicker but we like the very end of the beach near Port St Charles. Speightstown and the bus terminal only 10 mins walk also. The welcome pack was fab and very helpful when arriving late at night as we did. There are beach chairs and cool boxes/freezer packs etc which were very useful. Felt safe in a very quiet neighbourhood apart from a neighbour’s noisy dog early in the morning some days. I would recommend the villa as a good base for holidaying in Barbados. 😊
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful beautiful Barbados
This property is clean and modern, comfortable and secure. The neighborhood is quiet and it's a short walk to the beach and into Speightstown. I can't say enough good things about it. I did not choose to rent a car but renting one would obviously allow one to see more of the island. However there are buses and lots of taxis for hire. I was fortunate to make a local friend who had a car and we were therefore easily able to get around. If you put any effort into making local friends you certainly will. If you love heat and sunshine and gorgeous beaches in abundance you will love this spot. The owners and their property managers were very accessable and helpful with all of my questions.
Stayed 35 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jillian C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we expected!
This property was just what we expected. It was clean, well-maintained, good AC in the bedrooms, kitchen stocked with all the things we needed. Communication was great. I can’t think of anything bad to say!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jo B., Regina, Saskatchewan

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, bright, well equipped home
Very comfortable for two persons in a good location. Walkable to stores, beaches and bars in Speightstown and easy access to buses. Hosts are responsive. Enjoyed our stay in this lovely house with a nice deck for morning and evening relaxation.
Stayed 26 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Philip E., Bromley, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Stay
Family of 4 (2 adults & 2 adult kids) stayed for a week just before Christmas and had a wonderful time. The villa has everything you would ever need and is beautifully decorated. It’s a 10-minute walk into Speightstown in a lovely neighbourhood with lovely neighbours. Communication with the owners and the local management team was first class. We all had a wonderful week in Carizma and would highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veth L., Rochester, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property review
Place was perfect for my teenage kids and I. Ideal location for us to get to the beach, catch the bus, and explore the island. Loved it! Definitely would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Oresita H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for 2
We went to Barbados to get married, and we stayed here for 2 weeks. The property looks exactly as it did in the pictures provided, and is situated in a nice quiet area. We were greeted by the nephew of the property manager nephew, who gave us a quick tour. They even provided milk, bread, eggs, butter, and 2 beers! We really appreciated that since we were extremely tired from our flight! The day we got married and got back to the house, we were welcomed with a card and a bottle of champagne that the property manager left for us to celebrate. The reason why I only gave 4 overall stars was because the kitchen sink wasn’t draining and the cleaning woman didn’t do a gear job cleaning!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A gorgeous gem!
I’ve fallen in love with this little gem and will definitely return. The best veranda on the street 🥰 with the most comfortable chairs ever! Safe and friendly neighbourhood. A short walk to beautiful Heywood's beach and access to local restaurants and bars including Port St Charles. Close to local buses. Beautifully decorated and perfectly laid out with all I needed for home meals. 10/10 including communications with Ruth & Rob and Angela the local manger. So good I extended my stay!
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation
Absolutely brilliant, easy to get to, lovely and airy, bright and cheerful,it was delightful. Anita and Dave were great. The neighbourhood is super,and the neighbours next door are really lovely.
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great find
This was our 8th visit to beautiful Barbados and one of the most relaxing. Carizma is just a 10 minute stroll to a gorgeous beach and into Speightstown where there are excellent places to eat to suit all budgets and a supermarket. The villa has been tastefully decorated throughout and equipped to a high standard. The owners are a breath of fresh air, they don’t just take your money, they really care and want you to have a good holiday and enjoy the island. Nothing was too much trouble. We will be back!!

10/10 Excellent

Chris J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for a perfect break
We had a wonderful 7 nights at Carizma and would go back in a heartbeat. This was our 10th trip to Barbados in the last 7 years and this one was equally as enjoyable as the previous 9. Anita and Dave were fantastic hosts and I couldn’t recommend them highly enough. Communications from the point of pre-booking through to the one or two little issues (which were very minor but resolved super speedily) was second to none. We have already threatened to re-book straight away! Thanks Anita and Dave and hope to see you again very soon! Jones family
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin M.

Everything we needed
My wife and I had a very pleasant short stay here. House was really clean and well-stocked, so we felt at home cooking meals. Made the easy 15 minute walk to Speightstown several times where we enjoyed several cool spots and met a lot of friendly Bajans and tourists. We learned that it's best to get into town before 8pm if trying to find dinner, at least in spring time. Some of our friends stayed over at Port St. Charles which was about a 12 minute walk away, and another 10 minutes from there over to our friends at Port Ferdinand. The walk-ability to all those locations was key for us because getting a taxi can be tricky. Anita and her husband were lovely to meet and made us feel comfortable as soon as we showed up. I'd definitely stay here again if I make it back to the island.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Barbara L.

Two weeks in Villa Carizma
We enjoyed our stay at Villa Carizma. The large open plan living space/kitchen was very comfortable in the evenings. The outside veranda was lovely for eating and relaxing in the warm climate. The large double bed in the main bedroom was extremely comfortable. We used the second bedroom for storage. We rented a small car which enabled us to go to some good snorkelling beaches and to see parts of the island which were not easily accessible by public transport. The villa is at the northern end of the island and it seems quite a long way on the pot hole ridden roads to, say, Bridgetown. We used the car to get to the local beaches although they are less than 1 km away and would be easy for younger, more mobile people to walk to. We drove to Carlisle Bay near Bridgetown to go snorkelling to see the wrecks and all the fish and the turtles. We liked Heywoods Beach too which was very close to the villa. We found it quiet and good for snorkelling at the reef just off shore. We always felt safe at the villa. Quite a number of the local residents walked by but although we could see them they could not see us thanks to the pretty hedge. They were usually quiet. The road is narrow and there were a number of vehicles each day but you could not say it was busy. We did like hearing the ice cream van but we did not buy any! We went to the Port Charles Yacht Club, just to look at the lovely Slipstream yacht, and at the restaurant but we did not eat there although the menu looked fine. We went to Carizma on the Hill on two Saturdays where we had the BBQ. We really liked it there. We also ate at Just Grillin at Holetown (OK), BBQ Barn at Chefette at Warrens (not so good this time) and other places. The villa was mainly well equipped but there were a couple of things in the crockery department that needed attention. The washing machine was very useful but we needed more washing line space. Overall we had a good time at Villa Carizma. Thankyou Anita and Dave.
Stayed 14 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pam K.

This is a beautiful little house!! A perfect vacation spot.
The house is spotless well equipped and has a open breezy atmosphere. The outdoor covered porch is perfect and the neighbourhood is friendly and safe. It’s a quick walk to town and the beaches. We have been twice and I’m sure we will be back in the future.

8/10 Good

Andrew N.

Great place
My wife and I had a great time staying at Carizma for 5 weeks. A small house but which suited the two of us. A nice veranda to sit out on and a drive to park the hire car that we had for the duration*. Various local cats would come and visit us, with one sleeping on one of the veranda chairs during the night. The location was excellent being within walking distance of Speightstown. The owners, Anita and Dave, responded quickly to any problems or requests that we had. As we experienced previously on Barbados, strimming and leaf blowing are very popular and often start around 6.30am ! Wherever you are, there are also barking dogs. The local dogs tended to have a barking match around dusk but on the whole weren't too bad. We became regulars at the Orange Street Grocery café in Speightstown for coffee and cold drinks in the mornings and late afternoons. We also went to Jumas restaurant and bar on a few occasions as they do nice cocktails but the service is variable from good to non-existent! We'd been to Barbados the previous year and experienced the buses which are initially great fun and good value but the novelty wears off after a while and a car provides greater flexibility. We tended to shop for food at Massy's in Holetown which had a better range than Jordans. We also went a few times to eat at Just Grillin in Holetown where the food was great and good value. One of the best restaurants on the island is Chill & Breeze, Barclays Park on the east coast. The food is delicious and their rum punches are to die for!. We went all over the island but the best beach for us was Cobblers Cove which is just a walk from Jordans car park in Speightstown. Never that busy and often quite empty. A fabulous beach and great for swimming and snorkelling. The sun and the sea (& cocktails) are what it's all about. Wonderful! * We hired the car from Corbyns which provided a great service (thanks for the recommendation Anita). They picked us up from the airport which worked well, as finding the way and the house after dark would have been a challenge!
Stayed 35 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl T.

A little gem
A well appointed villa. Quiet road and close to centre of Speightstown. A very comfortable villa with everything you need. Enough space for 4 people. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jo F.

Barbados again
Having spent many holidays in Barbados this is yet another gem discovered. Set in a quiet neighbourhood Carizma has a lovely patio at the front which we enjoyed some well deserved sun downers. Speightstown is just a walk away with excellent beach and some great restaurants, we had a special a special anniversary meal at Hugo's which comes highly recommend. Anita was always available and a great host we will return.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Edward D., Cranleigh, Surrey UK

The property was very clean and tidy, the bed was v comfortable & the place was in a great location
We had a fabulous time a Carizma, the property & location was exactly as we expected. Our favourite 2 beaches were in easy distance and the weather was perfect. We wouldn’t hesitate in re-booking and are considering it again for next year. David showed us around the property offered any help should we need it... many thanks to both Anita & David for a really relaxing holiday!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Michael W.

Well equipped, and very comfy barbadon villa.
Had a lovely time, absolutely home from home. villa fantastic with lots of visiting wildlife including humming birds,frogs,cats and a resident lizard that we named George.the outside terrace with its easy cchairs and alfresco dining under the stars was great, a great little sun trap. The only downside being the quite busy road and the barking of dogs, which you soon get used to. speightstown is very naturaly Barbadon, with an array of typical Barbadon shops, bars and restraunts,some of whih are quite pricey. Island plates being particulary good, and good value.for Bajan food, try the Fishermans pub, friendly and very good value, with beer at 10 bbd for 3. A vey nice day can be had at Port st Charles yacght club with basic but good value food. Dont forget to use the local busses, a great way to sample local island life. To recap, we had a wonderful time at villa Carizma and would not hessitate to book again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon H.

What a great find this was
We stayed here for two weeks and what a find this villa was. It had everything in it you could possibly want for a relaxing holiday. The place is situated in a quiet residential road opposite Heywoods beach (10 min walk) and the all neighbours were so friendly. Situated also a short walk from Speightstown bus station a car is not really necessary as the island is so easy to get around by public transport and so cheap. We travelled around for the first week and then chilled out at Port St Charles Yacht Club for the second week, where the service and the staff are excellent. Many thanks Anita for such a great holiday we will be back Simon and Barbara
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley B.

Nice Xmas stay!
Lovely spacious house in a quiet neighbourhood. Loved the patio area for a quiet breakfast time. Very comfortable bed and good shower. Just a few minutes away from the Port St Charles beach club which we really enjoyed. Highly recommended! Thanks to Anita & Dave. Lesley & Tony Butler

About the host

Hosted by Ruth & Rob Dean

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Carizma is a family owned villa bought in 2008. It has been a much loved family retreat and cherished holiday rental ever since. Our property managers are family: Anita and Dave. They are on hand to assist you whilst staying in Carizma.

Why they chose this property

Carizma is our go to place for a relaxing holiday in Barbados. Situated a 10 minute walk from Speightstown centre and Heywoods Beach, Carizma is the perfect island base for those without or without a car. We have had many fantastic holidays ourselves over the years and have shared Carizma with others since 2008. We look forward to sharing Carizma with you in the future!

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