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Villa Frangipani, a beautiful place to stay in St Lucia - wheel-chair friendly

Villa Frangipani, a beautiful place to stay in St Lucia - wheel-chair friendly

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The view over the city and Caribbean sea is nothing short of magnificent
Wheel-chair friendly Villa Frangipani
The villa Frangipani
The villa Frangipani (with easy access ramp for wheelchairs)
View from villa - Vigie peninsula and beach

Overview of Villa Frangipani, a beautiful place to stay in St Lucia - wheel-chair friendly

Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 6159 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Castries, St Lucia
  • Popular LocationSt. Lucia Town Hall4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaint Lucia National Archives5 min drive
  • Popular LocationVigie Beach8 min drive
  • AirportCastries (SLU-George F. L. Charles)8 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 (en-suite) is equipped with 2 sturdy grab-bars.

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Outdoor shower

Spaces

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

About this property

Villa Frangipani, a beautiful place to stay in St Lucia - wheel-chair friendly

A simple and unique 3 bedroom holiday home in a stunningly gorgeous ecological location overlooking the city, which is only 5 mins away by transport, or half-an-hour walking.. Big, beautiful, and set amongst flowering plants and tropical fruit trees in one acre of lush hillside (a hot spot for bird watching!), you’re unlikely to find a villa with more spectacular views. Not situated in a tourist resort, there's no pool, but our holiday home has loads more to offer. The largest and best value-for-money villa on the island sleeps six in comfort but is just as cozy for two. Get a taste of real St Lucian community life here. In several homes nearby live extended family of the villa’s owner, so there is no shortage of thoughtful attention! Julie, a member of the owner's extended family and manager of the villa comes from a long line of superb cooks, and her wicked West Indian rum punch will have you panting for more! She will delight you with delicious creole dishes and fabulous cocktails on the veranda as the sun goes down over the Caribbean Sea. Sheer magic!
Situated on a hill, the villa attracts every cross current of cool air so there is no need for air conditioning, but each bedroom is equipped with an electric fan and each bed has a net. The spacious master bedroom (17ft x 14ft) has a king-size bed, plus a sturdy folded single bed for a third person. There are two further double bedrooms (12ft x 12ft), one with a double bed, and the other with two single beds. There are two bathrooms, one en-suite to the master bedroom and one between the double bedrooms (showers only). There is also a wooden enclosed shower in the garden. The huge living-room (25ft x 25ft) has a breakfast bar, and is furnished with two four-seater settees, two matching armchairs and other comfortable seating, and there are pretty patterned straw mats on the stained wooden floor.
There is smart TV with cable, and internet connection. The living-room opens out onto a magnificent veranda (15 ft x 44 ft) with breathtaking views all around.
The dining room on the veranda has a solid round pine table which has 8 chairs, but can seat up to 12 guests; also a Mexican hammock, two teak loungers, and rocking chairs for further relaxation and comfort.
The kitchen comes equipped with a large American refrigerator, microwave, oven, and all you'll need for self catering. (But if you want our splendid chef Julie to prepare other meals, all you do is ask her!). There is a spacious utility room with a washing machine, electric iron, and other useful amenities. Bedclothes are changed once a week, and towels when you want them. The villa is thoroughly cleaned before you arrive.
There is no pool. But St Lucia has the most wonderful beaches - the nearest which you see from the villa is 5 minutes away by transport, half an hour walking. All the neighbours have gardens where they grow fruit and vegetables, some keep chickens, a sheep, or a goat or two. Eco-tourism here is at its friendliest - you can choose the best of both worlds - sand and sea, and also a glimpse into the culture of St Lucia's most charming people.

Property manager

Dylyn Riley Dalton

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Ocean view

House Rules

Check in after 12:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
2

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

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

About the area

Castries

Located in Castries, this villa is in a rural area. Marigot Bay and Rainforest Adventures St. Lucia are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Castries Central Market and Vendor’s Arcade. Splash Island Water Park Saint Lucia and Rodney Bay Aquatic Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding.
Map
Castries, St Lucia

What's nearby

  • Castries Central Market - 3 min drive
  • St. Lucia Town Hall - 4 min drive
  • Saint Lucia National Archives - 5 min drive
  • Vigie Beach - 8 min drive
  • La Toc Beach - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • George F. L. Charles Airport (SLU) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Cricketer's Pub - 8 min drive
  • KFC - 6 min drive
  • KFC - 3 min drive
  • The Pink Plantation House - 7 min drive
  • Pink Papaya - 5 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff M., North Hatley, QC , Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay!
We stayed one week and I highly recommend it. The information newsletter from Dylyn was very helpful. I also would recommend having Julie cook you a meal, it was delicious ! There is a convenient store within walking distance if you run out of toilet paper, bottled water or other necessities. And what to say more about the view...simply WOW!!! The only advice I would give ( and has nothing to do with the Villa) is to bring ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. There are many dogs in the neighborhood and they barked at all hours of the night. I also regretted not bringing my binoculars as it is a great place for bird watching as well. All in all, I highly recommend Villa Frangipani ! Jeff & family
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Linda d.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
A Month in St Lucia
We chose to stay in a home away from the resorts to experience the island like a native. This goal was met. The neiborhood is very friendly everyone was very helpful. We felt safe and welcome. Our biggest challenge was the steep roads and driving.our group was 70 plus so the walking was difficult and as us drivers it was too difficult to rent a car. Luckily we were introduced to Tall Who picked us up at the airport and drove us almost daily to the beach , and various shopping and restaurants. The house is a elegant Villa with a beautiful View of the harbor. We enjoyed the sea breezes and felt very comfortable during our stay
Stayed 29 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

James P R., El Paso, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Hosts
Dylyn and Chris couldn’t have possibly been better or any more helpful. Whenever we had any issues, they were right on it. We feel like we’ve made friends for life. The home is lovely and well kept, inside and out. I’d come back here in a minute. Love it here in St Lucia and a Villa Frangipani!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Raphine L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Frangipani 🎉🎊🏅🥇🌟
Frangipani, what can I say that will justify it. The villa is fabulous, the views from the wrap around veranda are absolutely breathtaking and outstanding. It was a regular morning routine to watch the cruise ships sailing into the Castries port from the veranda. The sunsets are spectacular, depending on the weather, however extremely beautiful. Vincent who picked us up from the airport, was invaluable and the service was second to none. He enabled our party to travel the island and experience the real St Lucia, which is lush, green and exceptionally beautiful. I highly recommend this property and I will be coming back to St Lucia and Frangipani will be my first choice to stay at.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A PLUS FROM US
Honestly I was skeptical and anticipated a scam when I first viewed VRBO and this property mainly because it looked too good to be true. All my concerns were cleared once I did my own research, found the owners on facebook, and called them. A warning though, they live in the UK so my 60 minute conversation with them cost me 180 dollars US. Dylyn and Chris are genuine people and it was a pleasure talking with them. A little about the property. If you are not from the island or don't know it well, you may have some issues finding it at first. It isn't secluded but you'll travel down roads and question the GPS accuracy. We stayed upstairs and the property was absolutely beautiful with the most amazing views. The beds were uncomfortable to us though. However we were grateful because more than likely they were better than most. Cooking was a bit of a challenge. There was one skillet and the other had a broken handle. There wasn't any spices to cook with but we left plenty for the next group. The shower pressure in the main bath is at a trickle whereas the master bathroom shower had plenty. The hot water was very limited but that didn't bother me much. This rental property has a home alarm system. MAKE SURE IT IS WORKING PROPERLY. It wasn't working correctly when we arrived but the owners were quick to get someone to fix it. There is not a TV as seen on the pictures, so if you desire entertainment pack all your passwords and stream off the WiFi, no problems. The views we saw on VRBO are real and breathtaking in person. We saw some of the other rentals while on our drives out and we definitely had the better one. Stay at this one, we were certainly glad we did. If you have valuables as in jewelry and cash do not store it inside your locked car (thinking the car alarm will be enough to detour a thief). In fact DO NOT store anything in your car that you don't want stolen. Our car was broken into on day 2 of our stay. The thief's were smart and disabled the battery then bent the top of the driverside door down low enough to unlock it. The Property Managers, Julie and Kiesha are very nice and were very helpful. They live across the street. Most neighbors have pitbulls as guard dogs so going to a neighbors house for something can be tricky. If you do not have WhatsApp installed on your phone you will need it. We found that is the best way to communicate with them. In summary, this isn't an all inclusive overpriced resort.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Dylyn Riley Dalton

Host profile image
Cheers! That's me Dylyn, in the picture. I manage the villa which is co-owned by me and other members of my family. Some extended family members who live in St Lucia look after the villa and our guests. My husband (a retired lawyer) and I (retired PA) reside in London, United Kingdom. I love travel, adore entertaining, and strive to be content and happy for myself and for my loved ones.

Why they chose this property

Because the town of Castries was where I was born and brought up and the villa overlooks this exciting city. Also, the villa is unique! It's the only holiday home I know of on the island, situated in a real St Lucian community where most of the residents happen to be old friends and tight-knit extended relatives. The beautiful Villa Frangipani stands amongst the homes of my lovely kinsfolk, always willing and happy to help each other and our guests. So here on holiday you not only have sun, sea and sand, but you get that extra buzz - a fascinating glimpse into the culture of St Lucia's wonderful people!

What makes this property unique

Staying at this gorgeous, wheel-chair friendly villa with probably the most stunning views on the island means that you can bring your family and friends to the best value-for-money holiday home in the entire Caribbean and you won't break the bank! And for wheel-chair users there is a ramp to the entrance, wide doors and corridors, grab-bars and easy to use showers. The villa is central to most places on the island from which you can easily travel to all other destinations either by public transport or by your own hired vehicle. Many guests say that our fantastic panoramic views could have them spending their entire vacation (armed with a cocktail or three) on our spacious veranda. And for me, my husband and family, we all adore our villa Frangipani and think it is the most beautiful place in the world.

Languages:

English
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