Apartment is the 2-Bedroom Upper Floor.

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9.6

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Near St Johns

Runaway Bay Beach9 min walk
Dickenson Bay Beach12 min walk
St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.)19 min drive
Galley Bay28 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

For the traveler in search of a truly relaxed setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the “all inclusives”, beach vendors and cruise ship crowds, Runaway Bay is the answer.

Make this lovely apartment your “home away from home” facing the Caribbean Sea. Your affordable hideaway in the landscaped, tropical gardens a few feet from the beach! Just kickback, relax, soak up the sun and enjoy the beautiful turquoise water of the Caribbean! This is for individuals who want peace and relaxation. If you feel like any of the many activities of nearby Dickenson Bay, just take a 10 minute stroll over there and enjoy the different bars/restaurants, grocery and gift shopping, water sports and scuba. St. John's and Cedar Valley Golf Club are less than 10 minutes drive away, while V.C. Bird International Airport is only a few more minutes. 2 large supermarkets are also only a few minutes drive.

The two bed/ bath apartment at this delightful beach front property is spacious, attractively furnished and right on the beach! It has a spacious living/dining room, fully equipped kitchenette and wide patio looking straight on to the Caribbean sea. In addition to the consistent tradewinds Runaway Bay normally has, the apartment has ceiling fans and optional a/c in the bedroom(s) - small extra charge.
For the traveler in search of a truly relaxed setting, away from the hustle and bustle of the “all inclusives”and cruise ship crowds, but not too far away - this is the answer!

Previous guests have said 'We stayed a week and were delighted', 'the apartment was lovely - spacious, clean and comfortable' and 'simple but beautiful'!

Either make this your base to explore Antigua’s 365 beaches and other places of interest, or just stay put and relax!

Keywords: Affordable, beautiful quiet private white sand beach, landscaped tropical gardens, Barrymore Beach Club, peaceful, tranquil, relaxed setting, special deals, hideaway, comfortable, personal, great views, turquoise sea, stunning sunsets, unwinding, friendly

Property manager

Brian Gordon

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Ocean view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 12:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

St John's

Located on the beach, this apartment is in Runaway Bay, a neighbourhood in St John's. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dickenson Bay Beach and Galley Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sir Vivian Richards Stadium or Recreation Ground. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Near St Johns

What's nearby

Runaway Bay Beach - 9 min walk
Dickenson Bay Beach - 12 min walk
Heritage Quay - 6 min drive
Jolly Harbour Marina - 6 min drive
Galley Bay - 28 min drive

Getting around

St. John's (ANU-V.C. Bird Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Larder - ‬6 min drive
‪KFC - ‬4 min drive
‪Bayside Restaurant - ‬17 min walk
‪Anna's On The Beach Lounge & Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
‪Barefoot By The Sea - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Apartment is the 2-Bedroom Upper Floor. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Apartment is the 2-Bedroom Upper Floor.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Apartment is the 2-Bedroom Upper Floor.?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Apartment is the 2-Bedroom Upper Floor. located?

Located in Runaway Bay, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Runaway Bay Beach and Dickenson Bay Beach. St. John's Harbour and Fort Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Sofia B.

3 June 2024

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

A wonderful stay and a gem!

This apartment is a true gem - right on the beach with the most amazing view. We found this beach the best that we visited on the island - crystal clear waters with white sand. The apartment itself was really charming, clean and very comfortable. The service was fantastic and the staff was very friendly. If you want to stay in a place that does not feel overly commerical this is the place to stay!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

28 May 2024

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

Beautiful place!

Nice accommodations, beautiful beach, and an overall wonderful place to stay. Description matched, and we couldn’t have been happier with our stay. Thank you for taking care of us! John

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacky R.

10 May 2024

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

Girls trip

Great stay in antigua

Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pam A.

9 May 2024

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

Fabulous View

Perfect unit for our stay. Gorgous view and beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

2 Mar 2024

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

Amazing

As you open the door to the apartment, the view is stunning. Sitting on the beach, any time of the day is like having your own piece of paradise. The water is crystal clear, soft yellow sand, a few passing boats and cocktails on the beach. Perfect! All the staff were friendly and helpful. A special mention to Gavin! The birds did serenade us every morning from just after 6am, so it was an early start. Wouldn't put us off going back again though. We loved it.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

5 Feb 2024

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

Fabulous holiday

Fabulous position and location. Wonderful view and beautiful gardens. Without exception every staff member was friendly and helpful. The apartment was clean, comfortable, well appointed and spacious. We would definitely return.

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

mary ann m.

26 Nov 2023

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

Beautiful Property

We had a great stay. The grounds are beautiful and so well kept. The staff was super friendly. (shout out to Gavin) We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

james c.

8 Oct 2023

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

James

Awesome We went out of season and had the beach to ourselves. We took our daughter for her 21st birthday and whilst on the beach one day said THIS IS PARADISE

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte L., Brooklyn, NY

29 Sept 2023

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

Amazing

Highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H., Vancouver, BC

25 July 2023

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

Beautiful beach and lovely apartment

Thoroughly enjoyed and highly recommend

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raphael L.

13 Feb 2023

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

Beautiful Location

Apartment had great view and everything we needed. Hope to return!

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamad R.

27 Apr 2022

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

Fantastic Property and Location!

This property offer a great location next a beautiful beach, onsite great restaurant and near all attractions. The unit was very clean and well equipped. The host and onsite staff responsive and very helpful. Great place to relax and a great value for your money. I cant wait to come back!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

23 Mar 2020

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

Great stay again!

Thanks again for another great week! Everything was perfect. Still the best location on the island.

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Boris L.

11 Aug 2019

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

Great place!

The property was clean, beautiful location, and friendly staff. I would highly recommend.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

31 Mar 2019

Absolutely the most perfect place on the island to stay

Thank you to Brian and your staff for a great week of vacation. Your accommodations were perfect for what we needed, the location was the best of any we saw on the island, and the quiet beach was superb. If you are looking for a "get away from it all" vacation spot that isn't busy yet still close to everything you could possibly need including tons of great restaurants and sites then look no further than the Barrymore Beach Apartments. I highly recommend renting a car to see the island, although prepare yourself for the roads, they aren't great (but by the end of the trip added to the uniqueness of the island). I can't say enough great things. Thank you and see you next year!

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

27 July 2018

Great location

Wonderful beach and accommodation.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Gillian M.

10 Mar 2018

Enjoyed our stay very much.

Lively and lovely ocean view - we watched cruise ships on their daily forays to and from the port. Amenable host and staff.

Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2018

8/10 Good

Alfred N.

2 Jan 2018

A verry nice place on Antigua

The contact with Brian was nice and uncomplicated, thank you. As we arrived on Antigua the lady from the car rental was already waiting of us and showed us the car. After signature of the rental agreement she drove ahead and brought us to our accommodation, that was a nice touch from her. After looking for some we found Jeremiah, he showed us the facility, apartment, rooms, machines and so on and gave us the keys and a phone number for calling in case of need. Many thanks to Jeremiah and Linda for all their help and support, it was always a pleasure to converse with them. The apartment is part of a nice and well maintained complex with some small houses. Certainly not the newest style, but we found it is lovely and for 4 persons we found all the neccessary. The view from the balcony to the sea was wonderful and we enjoyed the beach, a nice quiet place most of the time only for us. A tip for a trip, snorkeling with the stingrays and a visit in English Harbour.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

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

8/10 Good

RICCARDO C.

4 July 2017

Great location, right on the beach! Apartment was average but size and layout were pretty good!

Property well maintained and overall very friendly staff!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017

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

10/10 Excellent

19 Apr 2013

Best vacation ever!

There was nothing upscale about the place but it was PERFECT! The apartment was very clean, cozy and complete in basic amenities. The décor is neutral and the architecture quite impressive with wooden jalousies, large veranda, Romeo and Juliet porch in the bedrooms and vaulted ceilings. What makes the place make you want to return (and there are very few places that make you want to do that) is twofold – 1) amazing staff (especially Angela and Jerry) and b) unbelievable ocean views from the apartment. The beach is so private and peaceful – no tourists except for the occasional restaurant guests at nearby Bussola's (expensive Italian Restaurant). From the apartment one hears the endless sound of gently crashing waves and birds day and night - and sometimes laughter from happy restaurant guests. The blue green waters are so beautiful for swimming as if it is energized with healing powers. I was sooo happy there and totally renewed upon my return to New York. Thank you Brian and staff.

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

6/10 Okay

Nancy N., Forsyth, MT

13 Feb 2013

Beautiful, Quiet, Property on Runaway Bay

This does not quite do the landscaping and property accurately. The landscaping is beautiful and kept up daily by a remarkable, friendly groundskeeper! The beach is adequate but falling into the ocean due to a past hurricane. Don't let that stop you! It has a beautiful view (especially for sunsets), the water is warm and lovely and there is plenty of space to lay out and enjoy the peace and quiet. The owner, Brian Gordon is a very friendly, accomodating owner. If you ask, you shall receive. The apartment we stayed in was a corner apt and had nice breezes and missed the full sun of the late afternoon. The apartment was cute and plenty spacious, but slightly run down. A good paint job and fixing up the showerhead in the master bath would be a big help. For the amount that Brian is charging, this is a great deal. The property, the quiet and the close proximity to Dickenson Bay makes it worth your while. Don't expect luxury, just some pretty property, quiet, and the best restaraunt in town. I'm not kidding.... La Bussola is the absolute best place to eat in Antigua. Christian and Michael and the chef and waitresses have us rate this establishment, the best in the Caribbean that we have found. From fish to pasta to pizza, it is fantastic. Peppers on Dickenson Bay is another place we loved. Good food, good staff, beautiful views! I would recommend this property to anyone who is just looking for a comfortable place to stay with no frills. I would also recommend bringing some mosquito spray and that's for any place on the island. .

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

10/10 Excellent

31 May 2012

Private Piece of Paradise

My husband and I spent several days in this apartment during the second week of May 2012. This was our first trip to Antigua. When we arrived on Saturday afternoon we were surprised at how quiet the beach and grounds at Barrymore were. The apartment was clean, roomy and comfortable, though not luxurious. There is air conditioning in the bedroom, but the windows provide adequate breezes, even though it got hot during the day. We loved being able to go to the grocery store (nearby) and have food and drinks available. There was no restaurant except LaBussola within walking distance on the beach, although one could walk to the Dickinson Bay restaurants on the road. We had a car which made the 2 minute ride there easy. Brian was not in town during our visit, but Christian at LaBussola checked us in and gave us ice and coffee filters. Jeremiah, the groundskeeper, was very nice and helpful. He even showed us photographs of Runaway Beach prior to hurricanes that changed it in 1995 or so. We also met the security guard who was there every night, although we never felt the need for security. The beach is not large but it is immaculate and gorgeous, as was the water. We loved sitting in the beach chairs reading and then taking a swim. There was virtually no one around during most of our stay. We learned this is the "off" season in Antigua, and the whole island was not crowded or busy. However, it was very lovely. We traveled all over the island, including English Harbour, Shirley Heights, Valley Church and the other lovely beaches in that area, and also took Eli Fuller's Eco Tour which was spectacular. We were glad we had a car as it would have been impossible to visit those areas without one as they are not close. It is true that Antigua has some of the most beautiful beaches and water in the Caribbean. The best thing about this property is LaBussola, which was literally only steps from our apartment. We had dinner there twice (not open for lunch at this time) and it was wonderful both nights. We absolutely loved not having to drive anywhere so we could enjoy some wine. We spent the evenings on the balcony enjoying the breeze and the sound of the waves. This is not the place for someone who wants to be in the middle of the action. It is the place for someone who loves privacy, quiet, and appreciates the natural beauty it has to offer. If we visit Antigua again we will stay here. It was our own private little piece of Paradise!

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

10/10 Excellent

Sarah Melissa A., NYC

4 May 2012

Perfect, Special and Unforgetable Accomodation in Antigua. The Apt was Excellent and Clean !!!!!!!!

My boyfriend and I took a quick trip down to Antigua to escape the cold NYC winter. We couldn't have been happier. Brian's apartment was GORGEOUS and Immaculately clean. The soaring cathedral ceilings were awesome and the big porch was icing on the cake. We prepared breakfasts and lunches in the kitchen and spent so much time in our private little beach-backyard! There is a delicious, upscale Italian restaurant situated conveniently on the property. We were lucky enough to meet Brian while we were there and it felt like catching up with a friend. He's very helpful, knows the island very well and always answered my many emails. We almost didn't even need the wifi in the place because Brian answered all of our questions on what to do, where to go and where to shop for groceries. We Had an amazing time, took lots of pictures and will not stay anywhere other than Brian's Runaway Bay apartments. They're beautiful, private and clean and how perfect is that! Thank you so much for everything Brian!!!

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

10/10 Excellent

8 Mar 2012

Great Beach Condo!

We stayed in the 2-bedroom apartment for a week in January. We had a great time.....the apartment has a beautiful view over the ocean. We enjoyed breakfast on the balcony looking out to sea every morning. The beach is lovely.....semi-private and a great place to just enjoy the sand and the sea. This apartment is everything you need for a relaxing vaction. There also are several restaurants within walking distance. I definitely would suggest this apartment for anyone looking for a great vacation!

About the host

Hosted by Brian Gordon

Ex-international banker (Scotland, London, Hamburg, Antigua, St Kitts, New York, Korea, Indonesia).
Built the apartments after returning to Antigua.

Why they chose this property

Every beach in Antigua is public, meaning that the Antiguan public have the right to use every beach and access it by a designated public access. My property is not a public access.
The stretch of beach my guests have access to has no beach vendors and no hordes of cruise ship visitors.