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10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8
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Montego Bay, St James Parish
- Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal7 min drive
- Freeport Peninsula8 min drive
- Sunset Beach Resort Au Natural Beach8 min drive
- Montego Bay (MBJ-Sir Donald Sangster Intl.)19 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom on the sea
1 Queen Bed
Main House - Garden View Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Main House - Sea View Bedroom
1 King Bed
Pool Side Cottage
1 King Bed
Sea Side Cottage
1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
4 bathrooms
Garden View Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Pool Cottage Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Sea Side Cottage Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Sea View Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
The Wharf House - Old World Charm By The Sea
The Wharf House is a beautiful and historic 18th century property located on the shores of the Montego Bay Lagoon, a large saltwater inlet of the Caribbean Sea which is part of the Montego Bay Marine Park. For several decades, The Wharf House has also been - and remains until today - one of the homes of our family.
We are not - nor do we aim to be - a hotel. We are a small and intimate villa, offering four bedrooms furnished with family-owned antiques and lovely artwork from the Caribbean. Each of our rooms is unique, but all of them reflect - we hope - our passion for “beautiful things”…be they furniture, paintings, art & craft items, or merely the views you have from your bedroom windows.
The Wharf House has its own small private pebble beach, a swimming pool shaded by massive cotton trees, a large seaside dock, and expansive tropical gardens dotted with a wide variety of fruit trees - mangoes, coconuts, ackees, breadfruit, avocados, lemons and pomegranates. Our staff will be happy to help you to sample some of these fruity delights.
Our property is home to a wide variety of wild life. The lagoon teems with fish and other sea creatures, and our gardens are filled with birds & bees & butterflies & lizards. And, yes, these wonderful creatures sometimes make their way into our house...and we would not want it any other way. Please bear this in mind when considering a vacation at our home.
We - and several generations before us - have greatly enjoyed living at The Wharf House, and we very much hope that you, too, will enjoy your stay…however long or short it may be.
Location:
The driving time from Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport to the Wharf House is approximately 15 - 20 minutes. From our property, you can reach the Fairview Shopping Center (with its large supermarkets, pharmacies, and wide variety of trade shops) in about 10 minutes, by car.
Rooms:
The Wharf House has four bedrooms. All bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans and A/C. The rate for renting the entire property is currently US$900 per night.
Two of our bedrooms - the Sea View Bedroom & the Garden View Bedroom - are located in the Main House. These two bedrooms are adjacent to the common living room & inside dining area.
The "Sea View Bedroom" has an antique king-size four poster bed, a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, and is equipped with a ceiling fan and A/C.
The "Garden View Bedroom" has antique twin beds, a walk-in closet, and is equipped with a ceiling fan and A/C. The Garden View bathroom is located in the Main House, across the living room.
Our other two bedrooms are, in fact, stand-alone cottages.
The “Sea Side Cottage” is located against the very shores of the Montego Bay Lagoon, offering lovely views of the Caribbean Sea from your four poster king-size bed. This cottage has its own small private terrace, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, ceiling fan & A/C.
The “Pool Side Cottage”, located a little further back in the gardens, is very private, and has antique twin beds and its own separate access to the shared swimming pool. It, too, has a walk-in closet & en-suite bathroom with shower, ceiling fan & A/C.
Our rates include all taxes and free high-speed WiFi. A staff gratuity of 15% of the total cost of your stay is customary & will be very much appreciated.
Please note that during our main season - from December until April - we give preference to those bookings which are for a minimum stay of one week.
Amenities:
The Wharf House has a separate & large building, which can be used for meetings, Yoga, dance, and retreats of all kinds.
A small kayak & several paddle boards are available for guests who wish to explore the Lagoon. Snorkeling equipment is available for those who wish to explore the nearby reef. Also on property: a ping-pong table & a wide variety of board games.
Staff:
The Wharf House is staffed at all times by our live-in caretaker, Leroy, our housekeeper, Lerlene, and our cook, Pinky.
Additional services - Cook:
The services of our excellent cook, Miss Pinky, are included in our rental rate, but you will have to purchase your own groceries for the preparation of your breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Please contact us for cost details and general information.
Please note that we do not permit guests to cook their own meals.
Additional services - Driver:
If you require a driver, to get around…no problem. The Wharf House works with several reliable and reputable licensed tourist taxi drivers who will be happy to take you anywhere you wish to go. This service comes at an additional charge. Contact us for cost details & general information.
Additional services - Massages, reflexologies, facials, Reiki, chiropracter, yoga classes etc.
The Wharf House has its own spa room, located right on the sea. Enjoy the sound of the waves lapping against the shore, as you are pampered by one of our professional therapists. These services are available by prior appointment only & come at an additional charge. Contact us for cost details & general information.
Furthermore:
Four major golf courses, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, sunset catamaran cruises, zip-lining, river rafting and horseback riding are all within easy reach of our property; as are several restaurants and jerk centers, a cinema, the famous Doctor’s Cave Beach, and much more. We will be happy to help you with reservations & recommendations.
You can also book the Wharf House (subject to availability) for an event: a wedding, spiritual retreat, party, family reunion, etc. Please contact us for conditions & pricing details.
Security:
The Wharf House is secured by Hawkeye Security’s 24 hour monitoring service. A security guard will be on-property every evening, from 7pm until 7am the following morning.
We are not - nor do we aim to be - a hotel. We are a small and intimate villa, offering four bedrooms furnished with family-owned antiques and lovely artwork from the Caribbean. Each of our rooms is unique, but all of them reflect - we hope - our passion for “beautiful things”…be they furniture, paintings, art & craft items, or merely the views you have from your bedroom windows.
The Wharf House has its own small private pebble beach, a swimming pool shaded by massive cotton trees, a large seaside dock, and expansive tropical gardens dotted with a wide variety of fruit trees - mangoes, coconuts, ackees, breadfruit, avocados, lemons and pomegranates. Our staff will be happy to help you to sample some of these fruity delights.
Our property is home to a wide variety of wild life. The lagoon teems with fish and other sea creatures, and our gardens are filled with birds & bees & butterflies & lizards. And, yes, these wonderful creatures sometimes make their way into our house...and we would not want it any other way. Please bear this in mind when considering a vacation at our home.
We - and several generations before us - have greatly enjoyed living at The Wharf House, and we very much hope that you, too, will enjoy your stay…however long or short it may be.
Location:
The driving time from Montego Bay’s Sangster International Airport to the Wharf House is approximately 15 - 20 minutes. From our property, you can reach the Fairview Shopping Center (with its large supermarkets, pharmacies, and wide variety of trade shops) in about 10 minutes, by car.
Rooms:
The Wharf House has four bedrooms. All bedrooms are equipped with ceiling fans and A/C. The rate for renting the entire property is currently US$900 per night.
Two of our bedrooms - the Sea View Bedroom & the Garden View Bedroom - are located in the Main House. These two bedrooms are adjacent to the common living room & inside dining area.
The "Sea View Bedroom" has an antique king-size four poster bed, a walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, and is equipped with a ceiling fan and A/C.
The "Garden View Bedroom" has antique twin beds, a walk-in closet, and is equipped with a ceiling fan and A/C. The Garden View bathroom is located in the Main House, across the living room.
Our other two bedrooms are, in fact, stand-alone cottages.
The “Sea Side Cottage” is located against the very shores of the Montego Bay Lagoon, offering lovely views of the Caribbean Sea from your four poster king-size bed. This cottage has its own small private terrace, walk-in closet, en-suite bathroom, ceiling fan & A/C.
The “Pool Side Cottage”, located a little further back in the gardens, is very private, and has antique twin beds and its own separate access to the shared swimming pool. It, too, has a walk-in closet & en-suite bathroom with shower, ceiling fan & A/C.
Our rates include all taxes and free high-speed WiFi. A staff gratuity of 15% of the total cost of your stay is customary & will be very much appreciated.
Please note that during our main season - from December until April - we give preference to those bookings which are for a minimum stay of one week.
Amenities:
The Wharf House has a separate & large building, which can be used for meetings, Yoga, dance, and retreats of all kinds.
A small kayak & several paddle boards are available for guests who wish to explore the Lagoon. Snorkeling equipment is available for those who wish to explore the nearby reef. Also on property: a ping-pong table & a wide variety of board games.
Staff:
The Wharf House is staffed at all times by our live-in caretaker, Leroy, our housekeeper, Lerlene, and our cook, Pinky.
Additional services - Cook:
The services of our excellent cook, Miss Pinky, are included in our rental rate, but you will have to purchase your own groceries for the preparation of your breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Please contact us for cost details and general information.
Please note that we do not permit guests to cook their own meals.
Additional services - Driver:
If you require a driver, to get around…no problem. The Wharf House works with several reliable and reputable licensed tourist taxi drivers who will be happy to take you anywhere you wish to go. This service comes at an additional charge. Contact us for cost details & general information.
Additional services - Massages, reflexologies, facials, Reiki, chiropracter, yoga classes etc.
The Wharf House has its own spa room, located right on the sea. Enjoy the sound of the waves lapping against the shore, as you are pampered by one of our professional therapists. These services are available by prior appointment only & come at an additional charge. Contact us for cost details & general information.
Furthermore:
Four major golf courses, deep-sea fishing, scuba diving, sunset catamaran cruises, zip-lining, river rafting and horseback riding are all within easy reach of our property; as are several restaurants and jerk centers, a cinema, the famous Doctor’s Cave Beach, and much more. We will be happy to help you with reservations & recommendations.
You can also book the Wharf House (subject to availability) for an event: a wedding, spiritual retreat, party, family reunion, etc. Please contact us for conditions & pricing details.
Security:
The Wharf House is secured by Hawkeye Security’s 24 hour monitoring service. A security guard will be on-property every evening, from 7pm until 7am the following morning.
Property manager
Nikki
Languages
English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities
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Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed
Contact us for applicable venue rental fees.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
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Located in Montego Bay, this holiday home is on the beach. While the natural beauty of Jamaica Beaches and Doctor's Cave Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal.
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Montego Bay, St James Parish
What's nearby
- Montego Bay Cruise Ship Terminal - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
- Montego Bay Marine Park - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
- Freeport Peninsula - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
- Sunset Beach Resort Au Natural Beach - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
- Doctor's Cave Beach - 14 min drive - 8.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- World Cafe - 7 min drive
- Jerky's Bar and Grill - 4 min drive
- Coco Cafe - 7 min drive
- Montego Bay Yacht Club - 8 min drive
- KFC - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
24 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lorna M.
6 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
Lorna M.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa W.
10 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful!
Lisa W.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nathan W., Skull valley USA
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing experience
Nathan W.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sandra S.
23 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place and staff
Sandra S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie F.
14 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Better than we could have imagined
Stephanie F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Glenn T., Midlothian, VA
5 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Jamaican Getaway
Glenn T.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn P.
9 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect spot for our family spring break!
Kathryn P.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Shaquille D.
1 Nov 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Shaquille D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tausha S.
28 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Tausha S.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie S., Montego Bay, Jamaica
11 Feb 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic as usual
Stephanie S.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
10/10 Excellent
dwight t.
16 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic In Jamaica
dwight t.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Caroline K.
2 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent!
Caroline K.
10/10 Excellent
Scott M.
10 Nov 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The beautiful Wharf House
Scott M.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 Apr 2019
The Wharf House Exceeded Our Expectations!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Sierra M.
2 Apr 2019
The Wharf House was magical
Sierra M.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2019
10/10 Excellent
Dietrich W.
26 Mar 2019
By far the best vacation of my life! Hyperbole? Perhaps, but it can’t be overstated; truly awesome!
Dietrich W.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019
10/10 Excellent
Bryna D.
3 Feb 2019
Best of the Best
Bryna D.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
GEORGE B., Hingham
16 Jan 2019
Rest, Relax, Enjoy - a fabulous family retreat
GEORGE B.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
10/10 Excellent
Ben W.
7 Dec 2018
Great getaway for our family
Ben W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018
10/10 Excellent
Marita L., Coral Gables, FL
3 Apr 2018
Take Me Back!!!
Marita L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Amy R.
22 Mar 2018
May be my favorite place in the world
Amy R.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
10/10 Excellent
Jonathan M., Washington, D.C.
11 Mar 2018
A Three-Generation Family Holiday That Was Superb in Every Respect
Jonathan M.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Alana C.
3 Mar 2018
Inspirational Beauty and Generous Hosts
Alana C.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2018
10/10 Excellent
Linda D.
21 Feb 2018
One of the nicest places in the world.
Linda D.
About the host
Hosted by Nikki

Why they chose this property
The Wharf House has been in my family for several generations. For much of that time, it was one of my family’s homes in Jamaica…a place where we lived, and laughed, and enjoyed seeing our sons and daughters, grand-sons and grand-daughters & nieces and nephews play in the gardens, swim in the sea & the pool, and - quite generally (and far too quickly) - grow into adulthood.
But The Wharf House - at various times during my family’s ownership - has also been: a famous restaurant, operated as “Norma’s on the Wharf” by renowned Jamaican chef Norma Shirley; a luxury villa, available for short-term vacation rental; and a long-term rental property for some of our Jamaican friends and acquaintances.
Today, The Wharf House has been re-conceived as an intimate villa property…a home away from home…your home in our home. We - Nicky & my husband Stefan - live on property. Not all the time, but as much & as often as we can. If we are not on property during your stay, our lovely staff will be delighted to look after you.
The Wharf House is - believe us - a truly magical place, and we look forward to sharing our home with you.
Nicky & Stefan
But The Wharf House - at various times during my family’s ownership - has also been: a famous restaurant, operated as “Norma’s on the Wharf” by renowned Jamaican chef Norma Shirley; a luxury villa, available for short-term vacation rental; and a long-term rental property for some of our Jamaican friends and acquaintances.
Today, The Wharf House has been re-conceived as an intimate villa property…a home away from home…your home in our home. We - Nicky & my husband Stefan - live on property. Not all the time, but as much & as often as we can. If we are not on property during your stay, our lovely staff will be delighted to look after you.
The Wharf House is - believe us - a truly magical place, and we look forward to sharing our home with you.
Nicky & Stefan
Languages:
English, French, German, Spanish
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