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Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach

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Living area
Interior
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Mammee Bay, St Ann Parish
  • Mystic Mountain
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Dolphin Cove
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Dunn's River Falls
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bamboo Studio

1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bamboo Twin

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

Mahogany Master

1 King Bed

Wicker Bedroom

1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bamboo Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Shower only · Shampoo

Mahogany Master En-Suite

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach

Villa Caribbean Dawn has the flavours of an authentic Caribbean villa. It is located in Mammee Bay Estate close to Ocho Rios town centre. This is an area of private holiday villas and residential homes with access to Mammee Bay private beach club.

The villa was built in the 50’s and we’ve renovated and furnished with a Caribbean vibe. For instance, we had our kitchen built out of Spanish Elm by a local craftsman. The wood is native to Central America and the Caribbean. We’ve furnished our bedrooms with Bamboo and Wicker. This is a space where you can just chill out and relax, it’s home from home! If you want a villa with a true Caribbean vibe, choose us.

Come on in and check us out. You enter via a nice patio which has the original stone floor. It leads into a huge lounging area that is separated by two archways at the centre. Our Lignum Vitae tree is just a few feet from the lounge, the scent from it fills the air. It’s nice to know that we have a tree that bears the national flower of Jamaica.

Our kitchen is well equipped which leads from the lounge and flows into a separate dining area. From there you can access a courtyard area at the back that steps up to the back of the garden.

The villa has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms which is ideal for families and friends to share. Two of the bedrooms are en-suit and are situated away from each other at opposite ends of the villa. You will have all the privacy you need.

For those who want a longer stay, we also offer a Winter Snowbird package. Guests have the opportunity to spend some of the winter months at a private villa. This could be your home from home where you can just relax and forget about the cold weather and simply enjoy the Jamaican sun.

The Bamboo Master is a large room with a smart television, a private kitchenette and en-suite shower room. This room has direct access to the patio.

The Mahogany Master is a large room with a smart television, walk-in closet and en-suite bathroom. This room has direct access to a courtyard garden. Both Master rooms have full use of the entire villa and gardens.

The large lounging area has cable television, music system, and a games area. It steps-down to our ¾ acre garden with tropical fruit bearing trees such as Mangos, Coconuts, Breadfruit, Banana and Ackee. Ackee is the main ingredient of the national dish of Jamaica, Ackee and saltfish.

We want you to have a great stay at Caribbean Dawn. You will be well looked after by our family helper who will take care of all the domestics. Our Guest Relations Manager will be on hand to take care of any queries you may have and our Gardener will keep the garden looking lovely.

The secure area where our villa is located has a beautiful private beach, which has a restaurant & bar and a gift shop.

The vista from the beach is amazing. Your gaze can follow the curve of the bay all the way down to the cruise ship pier in Ocho Rios. (Take a look at the photo that my husband took). The beach is protected by a coral reef just a few strokes from shore.

If like me, you spend a lot of time in your car dealing with the hustle and bustle of life, you'll appreciate the 10/12 minutes peaceful walk to the beach. You will enjoy the pretty walk, taking-in the nice homes in this exclusive area. What's more, you'll hardly encounter traffic. The beach within Mammee Bay Estate is limited to residents and guests only.




Property manager

Kay Porter Whyte

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 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please use A/C responsibly
Keys and beach pass must be returned to the Guest Relations Manager

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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

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

About the area

Ocho Rios

Located near the beach, this villa is in Mammee Bay Estates, a neighbourhood in Ocho Rios. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Jamaica Beaches and Dunn's River Falls. Travelling with kids? Consider Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster and Reggae Xplosion Museum. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Mammee Bay, St Ann Parish

What's nearby

  • Green Grotto Caves - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Mystic Mountain - 9 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Dolphin Cove - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Dunn's River Falls - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Turtle Beach - 14 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

  • Ocho Rios (OCJ-Ian Fleming Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mandalay Asian Restaurant - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bob Marley Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Boulangerie - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Just Coool A.K.A Puddin Man - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Blu - ‬1 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Caribbean Dawn - A Large family Villa With Access to a on-site Private Beach located?

This family-friendly Ocho Rios villa is located near the beach, within 3 mi (5 km) of Jamaica Beaches, Green Grotto Caves and Maima Seville Great House & Heritage Park. Jamaican Bobsled Rollercoaster and Reggae Xplosion Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous stay
We enjoyed ourselves thoroughly at the Carribean Dawn. Jennifer was amazing, helping us with anything we needed. Beautiful home with a great location. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value for walk-to-beach location
Our American family of 5 with a couple and 3 other adults had a lovely time for 8 days in this beautiful bungalow. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, large covered front porch, open enclosed backyard and sprawling lawn with garden, there was plenty of room for everyone. Very usable kitchen with large microwave and gas cooktop. The beach and beachside bar are awesome! Do not miss Dunn River falls and the Falmouth Luminous Lagoon. Host is responsive and knows the area well. We loved our holiday here!
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Grace R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday dreams
Lovely location and wonderful beach near by.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, helpful staff and spacious accommodation
The villa was wonderful and spacious, we were 3 couples and another adult. The grounds around the house were beautiful and we enjoyed the privacy this gave us, as well as the fresh coconut juice we had from the the trees. The octagon table was great for our evening meals. Kay and Tyrone, the owners, were readily available to answers any of our queries. Jean the helper was friendly, informative and very helpful. She came 3 times a week and changed our towels and sheets. Jean also did our washing ( as the washing machine was temperamental). The Mammee Bay estate was very beautiful, well kept and felt very safe to walk around. The Mammee Bay beach was a 10 minute stroll away with free sun lounges and a lovely cafe selling delicious food and serving cold drinks.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

nathalie c.

Great holiday spot
Kay and Team Were great hosts, the house was very well located and beach was great. Value for money this place cannot be beat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Donna S.

It was truly AMAZING! Spacious with a Caribbean feel.
Every room was so lovely and the home has great character. Short walk to an awesome beach with small coral reef and fantastic restaurant on the beach. The only reason we didn't give the home 5 stars is that we would prefer air conditioning throughout the home, it's only in bedrooms but those are nice and cold for sleeping. The fruit on the grounds is absolutely delicious. The pictures are completely accurate. If you want an authentic old Caribbean feel, with ceiling fans and open concept, this is the place for you. We plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Lovely spacious villa
Caribbean Dawn is a lovely spacious villa within the safe and well maintained Mammee Bay estate. The Villa has four seizable bedrooms all with air conditioning. There is a very large living area divided into different areas all well laid out. Large double doors look out onto the beautifully maintained garden that includes two mango trees. The villa also comes with a pool table and that most important of modern requirement wifi. A short pleasant walk along a coconut lined avenue takes you to a private beach with a beach bar. It's not cheap but then you a paying for good service and a view to across the sea. There are various activities available or just enjoy a cold beer or cocktail. We were met by Audrey who introduced us to the villa as well as Nellie who comes in each weekday and will cook for a small payment. Her ackee and saltfish went down a storm. Without doubt Nellie is a gem. A short drive along the coast takes you to the busy town of Ocho Rios which contains a number of restaurants. We would recommend Miss T's just past the amazingly busy clock tower on the left. Good quality food at reasonable prices with a number of vegetarian options. Just watch the car's undercarriage when you go into their car park. Evita's is up the hillside and a little more expensive but definitely worth a visit. For those who prefer quick food then try the Island Grill and Juci Patties. There is now a new toll road just down the road from the villa that takes you into Kingston and Spanish Town. State of the art road which goes through some stunning countryside. The national art gallery in Kingston is definitely worth visiting. So for those looking for a good safe family sized villa in a lovely setting, near to the beach and within easy access to Ocho Rios then like us Caribbean Dawn could be the place for you. Mark, Paulette, Wesley, Louis and Jasmine.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Kay Porter Whyte

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We love our home in Jamaica and visit often. It’s really lovely to be able to share it with our family, friends and guests. We’ve lived in London for over 40 years but now we spend 3 – 4 months a year enjoying the Jamaican sun.
After enjoying 3 family vacations in Mammee Bay Estate, we finally bought our Jamaican home from the family of Bryon Lee, who was one of Jamaica’s premier music pioneers. Byron Lee and his group the Dragonaires brought Caribbean music to the attention of the world.

Why they chose this property

This is a nice comfortable villa that is home from home with lots of space where you can relax and enjoy the space.

We bought our home in 2000 and it looked very different than it does now. It has been a labour of love bringing it up to date with new bathrooms, kitchen and fixtures and fittings.

Our villa is just 7kM on the outskirts of the Ocho Rios town centre.
Ocho Rios was once a sleepy fishing village but it has an outstanding water feature. Dunns River Falls is a beautiful, natural waterfall which is fed by a underground spring. Thousands, most probably, millions have enjoyed climbing this amazing waterfall. It has a rock formation that terraces down with recess pool areas. The water just cascades beautifully, more than 54 meters down to the Caribbean sea.

In addition to Dunns River Falls, we have Mystic Mountain adventure park and Dolphin cove on our door step. So why not climb a waterfall or take a cable car ride up a Mystic mountain, then you can bob sled down. Why not have a refreshing swim with Dolphins, then later, you can just chill on Mammee Bay Estate private beach and watch the sun go down. With a sundowner of course!










What makes this property unique

Villa Caribbean Dawn is a place where families can come together and share the space in comfort. The photographs of the huge living area does not do it justice. It's wonderful being there with my family. Four generations have spent many happy times there.

Languages:

English