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Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay

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On the beach, sun loungers
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Living area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Ocean viewOcean viewOcean view

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Fitts Village, St James
  • Popular LocationPaynes Bay Beach11 min walk
  • Popular LocationParadise Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSandy Lane Beach6 min drive
  • AirportBridgetown (BGI-Grantley Adams Intl.)32 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay

Attractive upstairs apartment, in beach-side house with communal patio, leading directly onto one of the quietest and most beautiful beaches on the West Coast, with excellent swimming and snorkelling in the crystal waters of the Caribbean. Comprising 2 air-conditioned bedrooms, one with en-suite bathroom, the other with en-suite shower room and washing machine. There is a well-equipped modern kitchen for the chefs among your party. The lovely light sitting room, with stunning views of the Caribbean and the beach, has a cooling breeze blowing through it for most of the year. In essence perfection.
The village shopping centre and supermarket are within easy reach on foot. There are several excellent restaurants nearby, including the world-renowned Cliff. We are 1.5 km away from Sandy Lane and its world-class golf facilities. Waters sports, fishing, and glass-bottomed boats are virtually on the doorstep - and, if requested, many will pick you up from the beach.. For those who don’t wish to hire a car the bus stop is nearby, and the buses run frequently up until 11.30 pm. The apartment has Wifi internet access and on site security.
Little Reef is well situated for multiple activities. From the very beautiful beach, a few short steps away, there is snorkelling on the reef, where you may spot one of the resident turtles, meandering among shoals of brightly coloured fish. Boating and water sport activities are also on offer from operators on the way to the big resorts past Sandy Lane. Fishermen bring their daily catch into Fitts Village, just in front of Jordan's Supermarket, a five-minute walk along the beach.
For those who don’t want to miss the exploits of their favourite team, Wendy’s sports bar is just a couple of minutes away, across the road. Wendy's also have a snack bar. Alternatively there’s the Surfside bar in Holetown (15 minutes away by bus and car), a great spot for being on the beach and watching the footie at the same time. Holetown is also the place to go to if you want a bank, pizza or the larger Massy’s supermarket, which will deliver your shopping if you don't have a car. Holetown also boasts plenty of watering holes and restaurants. Bridgetown and the South Coast are around twenty minutes by car and the buses run regularly.
If you just want to chill out Little Reef’s balcony is a great place for watching the frigate birds wheeling above, maybe a fisherman making a catch, and world go by – and, if you are up early and very, very, lucky you may get a glimpse of a monkey in the nearby shack-shack tree. If you want take a tan back home Little Reef has a lovely sunny patio, or you can take the extra few steps to the beach. At the end of the day there is often nothing better than a walk along the beach or just watching a beautiful sunset and the boats making for home, while you enjoy a sundowner.

Property manager

Richard Britton

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Only in the main living room & outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near the bay
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 22

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

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

About the neighborhood

Derricks

Located in Derricks, this apartment is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Sandy Lane Beach and Carlisle Bay. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Barbados Polo Club or Kensington Oval. Jet skiing, scuba diving, and snorkeling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • Paynes Bay Beach - 11 min walk
  • Paradise Beach - 2 min drive
  • Kensington Oval - 5 min drive
  • Brighton Beach - 6 min drive
  • Sandy Lane Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Grantley Adams Intl. Airport (BGI) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • KFC - 3 min drive
  • Flash Zone Bar & Variety - 2 min drive
  • Chefette - 6 min drive
  • Coffee Bean - 6 min drive
  • Eight Ball Rum Shop - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Beautiful 2-Bedroom Apartment right on the beach in this tranquil little bay located?

Nestled on the beach, this Derricks apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Paynes Bay Beach and Batts Rock Beach. Paradise Beach and Sandy Lane Golf Course are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 79 out of 98 reviews" "
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9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Devika M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
This is not our first time in this property or in Barbados. The island is always welcoming. The property is actually better this time around. The staff is amazing. We will be back.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lissette R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Genial
Genial
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trevor K., Grande Prairie, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness
Barbados on the beach!
Very nice little suite right on the ocean! We enjoyed our stay very much! Suite is exactly as described :) :)
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous!
Loved our stay! Grantley, the caretaker lives next door - lovely man and very helpful. Already booked to come back next year!!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Laura A.

Phenomenal view
What makes Little Reef is the incredible view. It really is wonderful looking out over the sea every breakfast and some sunsets. I would say the property is more tired and worn that the pictures show, and would benefit from some TLC and a deep clean (particularly in the 2nd bedroom). The aircon in the bedrooms was greatly appreciated and the washing machine was very handy. Little Reef was a bit further away from things than anticipated (my fault from not researching on google maps more extensively). There are a couple of overpriced (and not very good food wise) restaurants/bars within close walking distance, and one overpriced supermarket. We ended up hiring a car on our 2nd day and that made a world of difference. We tried out different beaches each day - Dover Beach, Holetown, Alleyene's Beach, Bottom Bay & Bathsheba day. It allowed us to visit lots of great beach bars and restaurants in the evening, and access to the far better Massey supermarket in Holetown. Communication with Richard was rapid and clear. Grantley was very friendly. Overall, I would definitely recommend the property if you are wanting a chilled holiday, but would recommend a car if you're wanting to go further out.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Eve W., Exeter

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location fabulous view
We had a booking cancelled and needed accommodation nearby quickly. Richard responded quickly and we had a lovely week in upper little reef.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another amazing stay at Little Reef 🙏
This is our second stay at little reef.. absolutely love the place. Perfect size. Has everything you need. Amazing views, amazing snorkelling. Perfect location. Host is great in communicating and we look forward to coming again..
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best view
The property has a superb view. It is perched just above the ocean waves and the balcony enjoys the shade of a lovely tree with interesting birds. There is beautiful, quiet sandy beach to the left of the property that we swam at every day. Security is very good.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lillian F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
We had a fabulous time in Barbados. The apartment was right on the water on a quiet beach. I recommend happy hour at Bikini Beach Bar and Friday night karaoke at Wendy’s. We will be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelle w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Bay
Our stay was great!! Grantly was awesome in making sure we were ok. Some stuff could be updated like having a television or some kind of radio to help entertain, when the weather doesn’t allow for outdoors.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

karen t.

Fantastic views
Chilled 10 days at little reef. Glorious views. Nice area. Just bliss to step into the water in the morning. Bbq at night watching sunsets.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Little Reef - Big Fun
Centrally located and pure bliss. Wouldn't change a thing. The real highlight being the Bajan people who were so welcoming and accommodating and especially the wonderful people at Sherrie's Turtle Bottom Bar on Risk Road on the way to Wendy's. A hidden gem and must visit location on your visit to Barbados. Wednesday night Karaoke is a blast. Definitely will be returning.
Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise R.

1 Week stay
Comfortable and tastefully decorated apartment with excellent view of the Caribbean sea. Great location. Suited us perfectly. Great coral reef for snorkeling. Would highly recommend it. Had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection
We loved out stay at Upper Little Reef. The view is absolutely amazing. I loved waking up and sitting on the little day bed, sipping my coffee and watch the dawn. At low tide the beach walking is fantastic. And the snorkeling right out front a real treat. The location was great, walking distance to some really great restaurants and just a short bit to Holetown and the Marine Park, Paynes Bay fish market and Holders Hill farmers market. We also really liked that there the lighting was very good for reading. The property management and the owner were very responsive to any little ask. My husband and I stayed for four weeks. At various times we were visited by our adult sons and at another time, another couple. It was all great. We hope to stay here again.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best View Ever
The location was outstanding! Beach access was awesome! Great swimming and snorkeling. Very convenient walk to store and a couple of restaurants.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely brilliant stay at the Little Reef apartment
After staying in Fitts village for many years this was our first time at this property and it didn’t disappoint. We were delighted with the location, the amazing views and the apartment itself. It had everything we needed and Grantley next door was on hand if we needed anything at all.. Would highly recommend and we will definitely be back next year..!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great value...would stay again
The true selling point for this property is two-fold: 1) the view -- it was just beautiful to have views of the ocean and the sunsets 2) just steps to go right into the ocean -- warm, clear and tranquil for the majority of the time (with the exception of a storm that came through). The property was a little worn, so not high end luxury but everything was more than fine. Again the view was just so fantastic. There is air-conditioning in the bedroom (absolutely a must) but not in the main living area. Fits Village is very quiet with not a lot of things in walking distance (there is a grocery within walking distance). The house is on the main bus line and the buses are easy to use and there is a lot within 20 minutes. We didn't have a car for our month stay and only needed a taxi once or twice. If you're looking or a relaxing place and great value this is it. If you're looking to be where the action is...well, you can get there by bus but there is not much within walking distance.
Stayed 29 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at Little Reef completely. Relaxing and peaceful with amazing sea views from the balcony.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marlo S., Hartford, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This location was awesome the view was breathtaking. I would definitely put this on my list to stay again. It was like having my own private beach. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd visit to little reef.
Easy renting experience. It rained a few days during our stay. We were lucky to have the beautiful bi,-fold sliding doors to look out over the ocean. Very clean unit. Right on the beach and bus route. Within walking distance to a small grocery store and a few good restaurants. Road noise during peak times. All in all we loved the property.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful view in a convenient location!
You can’t beat the view of the ocean from this property! Very comfortable and convenient to the West Coast and other locations. Beach access a great plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Grahame B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful View
Loved our stay at Little Reef. First time to Barbados, but probably not our last. Apartment was great, just as the images portray and as everyone says….the sunsets are stunning!! Richard was great to deal with and Grantley who maintains the property and Esther were extremely friendly and helpful and we intend to maintain contact with them!! Bus stop outside is very handy (7 BBD) for two people anywhere up and down the west coast and nearest supermarket (Jordans) about a 15 minute walk away. As everyone says, the road the apartment sits on is very busy, but to be honest, this didn’t concern us one bit. Great apartment, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and very friendly locals!
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent stay and the view can’t be beat!
The property was clean upon arrival. The first thing I noticed walking in was some great huge windows. They completely open out to the ocean. Wow what a view! I loved hearing and seeing the ocean all day. We loved walking along the beach. It was adventurous at times if the tide was high., but still fun. If you like snorkeling, just swim out straight from the house and then to your right. It was outstanding! We ran into an issue with our departure date. The owner was quick to reply, and came to our rescue. We can’t say enough good about him. We highly recommend this place and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 18 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

siobhan m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous location and stunning sunsets
We loved our stay in Little Reef apartment (upstairs). The sunsets from our lounge where amazing and the fold back doors worked well. Bed in the main bedroom was very comfortable and the air con worked very well. We used the local Reggae bus which stopped outside for travelling along the west coast and it was a great experience, loved it. We also used the shared patio for sunbathing. The apartment is quite basic but this is very obvious in the photos and previous reviews so not a shock. Only a few minor points: - no welcome pack which was detailed in the information, not sure if this is due to covid. - apartment smelt quite musty, especially the 2nd bedroom and en-suite which we didn’t use. I think it was from the washing machine in the 2nd en-suite bathroom - there isn’t a beach outside the apartment when we where there and we entered the sea via steps. the sea was quite rough on the steps when accessing the sea. Maybe the sea was just a bit rough when we where there in January. - it’s a 10 min walk along the road to access a local sandy beach in Fitts village as we couldn’t walk along the shore. We tended to get the Reggae bus (10 mins) to the beach in Holetown which was fabulous.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Wonderful stay
Absolutely incredible stay! The apartment is lovely in good condition. Grantley was very helpful and able to take in a parcel for us of some things we forgot. The view was amazing and the apartment was just a few steps from the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021