Ocean Drive Villa Above the 13th Hole, Westmoreland

The villa at a glance

On Ocean Drive, one of the most coveted roads within Westmoreland, this residence is raised above the 13th hole so that the view runs across the fairway and on to the sea. It was designed by the Barbados practice Gillespie and Steel, whose work is closely associated with the island's west coast, and finished with materials sourced from Europe and the United States.

The location

St James, the Platinum Coast, is the island's best-known stretch of shoreline: calm, clear water, fine beaches, beach clubs and established restaurants. Westmoreland adds a secure, landscaped setting where privacy and space are part of everyday life. Holetown, the west coast's main hub for shopping and dining, is a short drive away.

Inside the residence

The open-plan living room and kitchen lead to a deep covered terrace, the natural centre of the house. Beyond it a palm-fringed deck wraps an infinity-edge pool and Jacuzzi, with a bar, outdoor dining area and barbecue.

On the ground floor are an en-suite bedroom, a media room, a utility and a laundry. Upstairs, four further en-suite bedrooms each have a private balcony; the principal suite adds a large bathroom, a dressing area and a private sitting room.

A separate two-storey guest cottage provides a one-bedroom suite with kitchenette upstairs and a large entertainment or games room below, ideal for visiting family, staff or longer stays.

Nearby

• ·Championship golf on the doorstep
• ·Beach clubs on the west coast
• ·Limegrove Lifestyle Centre and restaurants in Holetown
• ·Spas, wellness and fitness facilities
• ·International schools and medical services

Getting around

Grantley Adams International Airport is approximately 45 minutes by road. There is a garage and a covered carport, and concierge and taxi services can be arranged within the estate.

Why buyers consider it

Architect-designed homes with genuine sea views inside a gated golf estate are rarely offered. The listing agent cites the west coast's limited supply of prime property and its letting appeal. Capital growth and rental income are never guaranteed, and the tax position will depend on your personal circumstances; take independent professional advice in both the UK and Barbados.