Luxury staffed villa, including staff tips, driver, and beach club

Dining
Desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Smart TV, DVD player, foosball, table tennis
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper

About this villa rental

Located in St. James Parish, this attractive villa for $1,392 per night is a great option for your next trip. Pimento Hill House is a spacious, private home with a stellar history and has complimentary Beach Membership. The villa was originally a Great House and in the early 50s a French Viscount and his glamorous American wife. Jacques and Vera di Sibour, bought it from the Blackwell family. Chris Blackwell lived at the villa as a child with his mother, Blanche Blackwell. Blanche was a friend of Ian Fleming who wrote all the James Bond books. Fleming apparently based some of his heroines in the books on Blanche. Chris Blackwell is the man behind Island Records and credited with bringing the music of Bob Marley to the World. The 50s were a time when Jamaica was a glamorous party destination for the early jet set. Noel Coward and Ian Fleming had houses in Jamaica and attracted a lot of people of note to the island. The Kennedys and many famous actors, artists, musicians and royalty spent the holidays at Round Hill or at house parties in nearby villas. When Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip visited Montego Bay at the end of their Caribbean tour in 1966, they stayed with Jacques at Pimento Hill. There is a scrap book of newspaper cuttings in the villa detailing all the famous guests Pimento Hill has hosted. I am in touch with the Vicomtess's grandchildren and they have been kind enough to send me a lot of personal documents and photographs of the villa. These are also in a scrapbook at the villa.. In the late 60s Rosser Reeves, a hugely successful American advertising executive and pioneer of television advertising, bought the villa from the Viscount. The AMC program, Mad Men, uses Reeves as the model for the professional accomplishments of the main character, Don Draper (Jon Hamm). Rosser Reeves sold the villa to a German artist who we know very little about and after he sold it back to a local building company in the 80s, the villa fell into disrepair. In 2007 we bought Pimento Hill and extensively renovated the villa while trying to retain the period features. We had holidayed at Round Hill for many years, had fallen in love with Jamaica and wanted to share it with all our family and friends so made Pimento Hill our holiday home. We didn't want to lose the fifties feeling of the original villa so have tried to refurbish it sensitively and with a nod to its very glamourous past. The villa is surrounded by 6 acres of lush garden with many water features - water lilies, ferns, dragonflies and butterflies abound. There are mango trees, coconut palms, an avocado tree, orchids, night flowering cereus plants and many other tropical flowers in the garden. There are also large grassy lawns to play cricket or football on. There are stunning 180 degree views of the ocean and headland. Accommodation - 9000 sq. ft. Hall, great room, veranda, study, 2 pool bedrooms, 1 bedroom interconnecting with the study, 1 large bedroom in main villa, 1 master bedroom with interconnecting or independent bedroom - all 6 bedrooms have their own bathrooms. The villa has 7 full-time staff to look after your every need - cook, butler, housekeeper, laundress, 2 gardeners and a night watchman. Also included in the rental is a driver and 14 seat van.

Amenities

Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Smoking allowed
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Garden
Family friendly

Map of St. James Parish

Reviews

5.0/5.0
Outstanding(127 Reviews)
5.0
Aug 2023
This was our third trip to Pimento Hill and was as amazing as our first two. The house is even more beautiful (if that is possible) with the recent upgrades to the master, the living room and the pool area. The staff were fantastic as always. The food & service are top notch but even more than that is the warmth & love & hugs that were shared. Pimento Hill is heaven on earth & we will definitely be back.
5.0
May 2023
Before arriving, I worked with Jane who is the BEST host that I’ve ever worked with. The photos are only a preview of what you experience. Clean, accommodating staff, breathtaking views. Our stay was nothing short of perfection.
5.0
May 2023
Pimento Hill is a special place to renew and revive your "joie de vivre"...The grounds are beautiful and the staff is exceptional.
5.0
May 2023
Amazing accommodations and friendly staff. Access to Round Hill is a real treat.
5.0
May 2023
Hands down the best location I’ve stayed since visiting Jamaica! This was my 4th trip and 1st for many in our group! From the chef Yvonne and her assistant, to our pets butler Mel that made sure we had everything we need from food to drinks. The table every night was decorated with different tableware. Troy our security guard…greeted us every day he was on property to let us know he was there to keep us safe. To the gardener, that pleasantly brought us fresh flowers every morning for our hair. The maids Christine and staff was amazing. They made us felt at home and made sure our stay was clean and comfortable. Our Driver Delano…it take’s personal patience to deal with 12 women that ranged from 45 to 60’s. He was always on time…always greeted us with a warm smile, always asked do we need anything else every single day. He went above and beyond than just our driver. I would recommend him as our driver every single time. If there was 100 stars for rating…he definitely Would deserve it. Last but not least….Jane and Nathan. Y’all was amazing host. From day one of our reservation y’all was accommodating to our questions, needs and wants. Booking with a large party I’m sure can be challenging but y’all made it seem effortless. Your home is absolutely amazing and the views are breathtaking. Thank y’all for setting the standards so high for no other can compare house can compare. Best wishes to all that will be staying here and tell them that Stephanie said hello. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
5.0
May 2023
Leading up to the trip I cannot even say how helpful Jane was. We had a very large group and she helped me stay incredibly organized for our arrival. She was timely and kind and set the tone for the rest of our fabulous vacation. The villa is so beautiful! The decor was stunning and the layout of the house was great for what we needed. The staff was beyond helpful and was there for our every need. Every meal was outstanding and Yvonne was a joy to plan out meals with. Mel makes some fabulous cocktails and knew what we wanted before we did! The rest of the staff was phenomenal and we felt so lucky. We can't wait to come back! Thank you so much for an epic trip!
5.0
Apr 2023
I visited with a group of friends, and we were all astounded by the gorgeous villa and the spectacular views, as well as the super helpful staff! Also Jane was lovely to work with while coordinating everything — I 100% recommend booking your next trip here!
5.0
Apr 2023
We were blown away by the impeccable service provided by the staff. They were not only highly professional but also incredibly personable, kind, and patient. One of the standout aspects of our stay was the exceptional quality of the food prepared by the chef. We were delighted by every meal we had during our stay. Moreover, we were impressed by the attentiveness and warmth shown by all members of the staff, who made us feel welcomed and cared for. The villa itself was absolutely beautiful and incredibly comfortable. We appreciated the attention to detail in the decor and design, which made our stay feel luxurious and relaxing. We also felt incredibly safe during our stay, which was a top priority for us. I would also like to give special recognition to our butler, Mr. Melbourne 5000. He truly went above and beyond to ensure that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. He was always available to answer our questions and assist with any requests we had, and he did so with a genuine kindness and warmth that made us feel like we were at home. Overall, our experience at your property was truly exceptional. We were delighted by the service, the food, and the accommodations, and we felt incredibly well-cared for by the staff.

FAQs

How much does this villa cost compared to others in St. James Parish?

The average price for a rental in St. James Parish is $120 per night. This rental is $1,272 above the average.

Is parking included with this villa?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Luxury staffed villa, including staff tips, driver, and beach club . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this villa?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Luxury staffed villa, including staff tips, driver, and beach club . Enjoy the water!

Is Luxury staffed villa, including staff tips, driver, and beach club pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this villa is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Luxury staffed villa, including staff tips, driver, and beach club ?

We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and smoking allowed.

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