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Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches

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Welcome to Dee Dee Villa!
The Bouganvillia hedge and view of back garden arch
Dee Dee Villa get it's name from a favourite Grandmother, also from Barbados
Dinner sometimes features from the garden!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Holetown, St James
  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Mullins Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sandy Lane Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Second Bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches

We are here to assist you for the best, carefree Barbados vacation! Tap into our true Bajan experience and thoroughly enjoy the Island! Dee Dee Villa offers you a chance to experience the sights, sounds and flavours of authentic Barbados. Explore our reviews to get a real sense of what Dee Dee Villa can offer for your holiday!

This comfortable, 2 bedroom main level apartment is set in a beautiful villa amid a gated tropical garden in a quiet location of the sought after West Coast. We are close to Royal Westmoreland, Folkstone Marine Park & Beach, and fabulous Holetown! The apartment is bright and airy with colourful fabrics, comfortable furniture, and breezy tradewinds (or use the air conditioning for a more cooling breeze!). There is a very well equipped kitchen so you can rustle up anything from freshly caught fish to a rum punch for sun downers. Enjoy watching hummingbirds feeding among the Bougainvillea and monkeys scampering up our mango trees as you relax under the breezeway. Watch the most fantastic sunsets. All linen, bathroom necessities and beach towels included, and more. The main floor deck is designed to take advantage of the Caribbean breezes. If you need to keep in touch there is very good free wireless broadband access included, as well as FLOW TV for our guests.

Holetown offers another great beach, banking facilities, taxis, car rental, Internet cafe, Post Office, excellent modern supermarket, high end and tourist shops, as well as Bajan local shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment. It has become a hot spot on the island, while remaining casual, friendly and accessible. Walking in Holetown is very enjoyable and safe. Elegant dining, Bajan, International, pizza and fast food are all available. Surf Side is a nearby popular beach bar that features Steel Pan music nights. City buses are frequent, so if you decide not to rent a car there is no problem. To the north are art studios and popular Lime Grove with high-end stores, cafés, and a VIP cinema experience. A short walk along the beach is Folkstone Marine Park and beach (our favourite), which features a museum, tennis courts, picnic tables, children's playground, washrooms, 2 beach bars, outdoor shower and foot wash, a gorgeous beach, a beach walk sidewalk, lifeguards, and an excellent marked, self-guided snorkelling tour around the inshore reef. Sandy Lane and the Royal Westmoreland golf courses are also located in this parish of St. James. The owner is very happy to share the best places to visit, direct you to a special beach experience, his favourite restaurants and even provide a tour.

A unique offering of this property: professional chef/homeowner offers special meals or full menus for guests, featuring their favourites or local Bajan specialties (additional fees apply, please contact for details). In addition, grocery and transportation services can be arranged for our guests for a fee. Also offered are airport transfers, arrangements for rental cars (delivered to the villa driveway!), takeaway beach picnics, rum punch and fish cake sundowners, beach drop offs, grocery runs, short tours, and more for a very reasonable fee.

All safety measures have been taken for our guests to book with confidence. Dee Dee Villa is private, safe, gated, properly cleaned, and we can provide contactless check in. If you wish to have assistance with groceries and supplies in advance of arrival we can also arrange this with you.

we hope to see you at Dee Dee villa for a true Bajan experience!

Property manager

Livingston Phillips
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Breakfast available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Happy to help accommodate young families!
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Events

No events allowed
Considered on per guest basis - please contact
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
STRICTLY OUTDOORS ONLY -butts disposed of properly

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
Note from host: considered on per guest basis - please contact
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Weston

Located in Weston, this villa is near the beach. Kensington Oval is a notable landmark, and 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
Holetown, St James

What's nearby

  • Royal Westmoreland Golf Course - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. James Parish Church - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Mullins Beach - 6 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Holetown Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 9 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Bridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chefette Lancaster - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Surfside Restaurant & Bar - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sea Shed - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Just Grillin' - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zaccios - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable, safe, breezy apartment set in gated garden, near Holetown & beaches located?

Situated by the sea, this villa is within 2 miles (3 km) of Royal Westmoreland Golf Course, Gibbs Bay and Mullins Bay. Gibbes Beach and Mullins Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anja K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Livi was a great host and everything was perfect. Thank you
Perfect!!!!!!
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elena R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Paradise place
We had the most wonderful stay at Dee Dee villa. Liv is such a generous, kind and helpful host who created a paradise place in the middle of the green. The rented apartment was very clean and modern. Nothing was missing and it felt like home from home. We are so grateful to Liv for having made our stay a memorable one.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful host and great jumping off location
The two of us spent 8 nights at Dee Dee Villa and we loved it. We enjoyed how close this location is to so many excellent beaches and activities like cave exploring, botanical gardens, and a rum distillery. Livy is a truly wonderful host and made us feel quite welcome, especially when we enjoyed a dinner with him and his lovely family. I highly recommend you rent a small car for this location as the roads are narrow everywhere and the parking is tight. If you're looking for a place to stay with a personal touch then this is the place for you!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francois H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Geneaology
Centrally located. Less hustle and bustle of Bridgetown and yet nearly same amenities with much easier access. Trip to Barbados to find relatives
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful local property
We spent 3 weeks at DeeDee Villa and had a lovely time. The apartment was very spacious—lots of room for my husband, sister and me. The host, Livy, was simply wonderful and I am so thankful we met him. He and his wife built the house on his family’s property and he has many family members nearby. It’s a real Bajan neighborhood and we enjoyed the morning sounds of rooster and cows! We ended up renting a car because my sister needs a new knee—Livy called the car rental company and they came right over with the car! This was our first driving experience in Barbados and quite an experience! He also made us rum punch —really wonderful to come back at the end of the day and have several—and fish cakes. All in all, I would highly recommend both the unit and the host.
Stayed 21 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ranald M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and convenient location
My wife and I stayed at DEE DEE Villa for 15 nights in March 2024 and found the place to be clean, quiet and convenient. The apartment is located on the ground floor of the Owner's home. The kitchen has everything required for meal preparation and there are dining area inside as well as outside. The Owner is very proud the property which can easily be seen in how clean and tidy he keeps it. He is also very friendly and willing to assist his quests enjoy their time in Barbados. Everything you need (beach, swimming, water sports shopping, etc.) is easily available a mere 2.5 km away.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

roland l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dee Dee summer paradise
Just awesome!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent personal service during one week stay
Liv was a wonderful host, always available to provide information or greet us in the morning. We ended up renting a car to get from the airport to his property, instead of having him pick us up, and his directions are spot on, but it doesn't hurt to have a GPS capability on a phone or in the car as many (most?) roads are poorly marked. Especially around rush hour there is a lot of traffic, the roads can be narrow and potholed, and you drive on the left, but It is just a few minutes to several beaches by car and there is a large Massey's supermarket in Holetown that has most everything. Many restaurants also in Holetown, and we bought fresh fish at the Speightown Fish Market, near the head of the pier. Kitchen has just about everything you would need if you want to cook, Liv is pretty good at it too, if you'd like him to cook for you. It was challenging to get into and out of the parking place even with our rented Toyota Yaris. We settled on backing up from the street, and make it a wide turn into the parking spot so you can get out later more easily. There is air conditioning that we ended up using when we were home. The apartment is on the ground level, so it just doesn't get the breeze Liv has upstairs. This is a nice place to stay, definitely different than the more traditional hotel or fancy rental home, but with a car or using the local bus, you'll get a nice feel for Barbados and how people live there.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Real home away from home
We had stayed two weeks at Levy's wonderful villa and we have only positive and beautiful comment to provide towards Levy's attitude and location/settings of Great Dee Dee Villa! We were absolutely home away from home, made our vacation smooth, relaxing and beautiful!!! The apartment was clean, everything you need was there and on top you would have very attentive host, willing to help you anytime and provide vast of local knowledge, experience and when need it - Great Rum Punch ;-)!
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn S., Toronto, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
Great idea to have Livi pick us up at Airport, 45 mins later we were in our apartment and drinking a beer. We had dinner that night and breakfast next morning. Livi is a fabulous cook and great host. We had a couple more dinners and next time will have at least every other day. Livi arranged an excellent and inexpensive car rental. We are already looking to book again with Livi for next year. Car (very convenient) and accommodation cost less than staying close to the beach.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Can’t say enough about our perfect Barbados vacation and our 11 nights at Dee Dee Villa. Livy greeted us at the airport and delivered us safely to our lovely home away from home. The spotless apartment had everything we needed to prepare our meals, enjoy the outdoors and lovely gardens, and rest comfortably after busy days on this beautiful island. Livy arranged a rental car for us and gave us tips for our excursions to the beaches and other attractions. We were also lucky enough to sample his delicious cooking which included fish cakes, rum punch and coconut bread and an amazing dinner with his extended family! Lazy mornings on the patio brought opportunities to enjoy the hummingbirds feeding on the lovely blooms along with green parrots and green monkeys. A short walk through the quiet neighborhood took us to a spot overlooking the sea to watch beautiful sunsets. A visit from teeny frogs ( the size of your pinky fingernail) in the evening after a rain shower surprised and delighted us. We hated to leave this perfect vacation rental and certainly recommend it. Thank you Livy, Joyce and Peter Margo and Paul Saint John, New Brunswick
Stayed 11 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H., Tamworth, United Kingdom

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A real home from home
Great property with everything you need. Great location with some lovely local beaches and easy access to bus stops to other parts of the island. To top it all off Livvy is the perfect host, a real pleasure staying and we would come back without hesitation.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine M., Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Friendly, Clean & Safe
This spacious property is in a safe friendly neighborhood. Our host was a wealth of knowledge on Barbados, available for groceries or a tour. Pride in the gardens and property made it a pleasure to call our home away from home.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
This little gem truly offers everything you need to make for a very comfortable stay in beautiful Barbados. From the highly recommended pick up and drop off option to the airport, to the warm welcoming on site host Livy who is happy to welcome you for dinner on your first night, you have everything you need in this fully stalked 2 bedroom apartment to make for a stress free stay. Close to all amenities including beach, shopping, restaurants, and night life, we highly recommend a stay at Dee Dee Villa. Thank you for a wonderful relaxing stay. Tina and Chris
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful Haven
Communication from the beginning was fantastic and then once we arrived I knew we had made the right choice. This is a beautiful property and Livvy works hard to keep it that way, tending his gorgeous gardens and cleaning. He is a lovely generous host and I hope to be back one day.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely short stay
Livy is very kind and helpful. We appreciated getting picked up at the airport, and his daily routine of keeping the property tidy. It's a beautiful spot with quick access to Holetown. The apartment is sparkling clean and spacious, with an excellent shower and comfy beds. It is quiet at night (except for the chirping frogs which you will hear anywhere on the island). Overall it is a great place to stay at a wonderful rate.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Warm Welcome
Fabulous hosts who made us immediately feel welcome and at home. The apartment was very well appointed and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. Would not hesitate to recommend them, nothing was too much. They went above and beyond when our taxi didn't show for the return journey to they airport. Liv saved the day and we really appreciate his kindness.
Stayed 15 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rycroft s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem
First trip to Barbados and glad we opted for rental than hotel. Livi and Bev added a personal touch and accommodated beyond expectations. Thoroughly enjoyed apartment. Settled well into location and even got used to walking back up the hill! Chilled holiday. Happy to recommend and hope to return.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krista E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An excellent place to stay
We stayed for 3 nights. The accommodation was excellent. The highlights were a very comfortable bed, powerful shower, well stocked kitchen. The hosts were very friendly. Little touches like beer in the fridge, cereal, teabags, coffee and bread and milk made the stay that much easier. Also shampoo etc. in the bathroom. The outside patio was lovely to relax in. Cable tv meant we could watch the cricket. We greatly enjoyed our stay and will recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Our trip started with cancelled flights and a difficult drive in the dark through Barbados, but this was all eased with a very straight forward check in upon arrival at the property! Bev & Livy could not have been more helpful, we even got offered a complimentary rum punch made by Livy which was the best we tasted all trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great apartment
Lovely well appointed apartment, lived up to expectations
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Best Place to Stay in Barbados
The villa is 800 square feet of pure delight. Clean as can be. The gardens are like a botanical garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

jane D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What can we say about Dee Dee Villas
Everything about our stay at Dee Dee Villas was perfect. Bev and Livy are great hosts and Livy is also a great cook, he cooked for us and friends one evening (Catch of the day) it was amazing. The apartment was very clean and very well equipped. The villa is in a quiet residential area and is only a short walk to the main road and the local beach, you can also get a bus to any part of the island from the main road. Nothing was to much trouble for Bev and Livy we would be very happy or should I say luck to return. Thanks for everything Jane and Steve.
Stayed 15 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pat Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dee Dee - “home away from home “ stunning tropical garden
It had everything we needed, exactly as advertised. Veranda is a perfect place to relax, sunbathe without getting burnt. Livy spends hours working in his beautiful garden. Bev and Livy were perfect hosts, nothing was too much trouble. We enjoyed Bev’s “hot out of the oven “ cookies and Livy’s rum punch and appetizers. We looked forward to late afternoon chats with Livy covering a variety of topics and reminiscing about Barbados in 1969. I was thrilled that the purple orchid bloomed on our 62nd wedding anniversary… a very special scrapbook memory. We were fortunate that we finally got to see the green monkeys; yes, they run around Bev & Livy’s garden. Livy and Bev took us on a tour to Bathsheba, we saw more of the island than expected… it was a trip down memory lane. Due to inclement weather we had an indoor picnic on their veranda. Livy’s Pickled breadfruit salad and Rum Punch showcased Livy’s cooking talent. We’ll recommend Dee Dee to our friends and recommend it to anyone who anyone who is looking for a delightful place that ticks all the boxes, the website really doesn’t do justice to this hidden gem.
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy hollidays
Had a fab time at Dee Dee villa. Beverley and Livingston are great hosts, very helpful and lovely people. Livy is a great cook and loves his beautiful garden. If you need anything just ask! We extended our stay by 15 nights to a total of 7 weeks. That says it all
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022

About the host

Hosted by Livingston Phillips

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Bajan-Canadian host (and retired professional chef), enjoying the Bajan life full time, who loves sharing experiences and island knowledge with guests. Offering a true Barbados experience, and a safe and enjoyable place to stay with family and friends!

Why they chose this property

Built on family land passed down through generations we are proud to share this soft, sunny, and beautifully ocean-breezy location with our guests! The neighbourhood is authentically Bajan, quiet, safe and very close to so much of what Holetown and the West Coast has to offer!

What makes this property unique

I am a retired professional chef so I love to offer special meals or full menus for guests during their stay. I have designed a breakfast, lunch and dinner menu featuring local Bajan specialties or I can consult with guests to create their favourites and/or even accommodate any special dietary requirements (additional fees apply for meal services, please contact for details). In addition, grocery and transportation can arranged for guests as well. All fees are kept very reasonable to provide a useful and enjoyable service.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests