Jasmine Villa: A Two-Cottage Hideaway on Meads Bay
West Indian charm, a plunge pool, and one of Anguilla's most storied beaches three minutes from your door.
Why Go
Tucked into a lush garden courtyard just steps from the mile-long crescent of Meads Bay, Jasmine Villa is the kind of small-scale escape that Anguilla regulars quietly recommend. Two bungalows, one plunge pool, and a location that puts you inside the island's most celebrated stretch of restaurants and resorts without the price tag of the megaresort next door.
The Experience
Jasmine Villa is a pair of West Indian-style cottages arranged around a tropical garden, with a main house holding the kitchen, living, and dining spaces, and a guest cottage separated by greenery for privacy. Both bedrooms feature king beds, and the property includes 2.5 baths, an outdoor shower, and a plunge pool tucked behind the pool deck. Built in 2003 by owners Don and Tracey Holloway, the villa has the warmth of a personal home rather than a rental unit; louvered doors, granite countertops, a Nespresso machine, and a gourmet kitchen give it the feel of a stylish beach house. Concierge service handles grocery pre-stocking, chef bookings, and reservations at the Meads Bay restaurants that line the sand a three-minute stroll away.
What to Try
Book a private chef for at least one night on the pool deck; it is the signature Jasmine Villa experience and saves you from having to cook on vacation. Take the five-minute walk to Meads Bay Beach at sunrise while the sand is empty, then reserve a table at Blanchard's or Jacala for sunset. Use the villa's fully equipped kitchen for a morning of Caribbean coffee and fresh island fruit from the concierge's grocery drop, rather than heading out for breakfast.
Insider Tip
Meads Bay locals know that the western end of the beach (nearest the villa) has the softest sand and calmest afternoon water, while the eastern end near Malliouhana catches the best sunset light. Split your beach day accordingly. Also: ask the concierge to arrange a boat day to Prickly Pear Cays rather than booking online; the villa's contacts get better pricing and skip-the-dock timing.
The Practical Stuff
Location: Meads Bay, northwest Anguilla, roughly 20 minutes from Clayton J. Lloyd Airport and 15 minutes from the Blowing Point ferry terminal. Layout: 2 bedrooms (both king), 2.5 baths, sleeps 4; not ideal for larger groups or families with young kids sharing rooms. Amenities: private plunge pool, outdoor shower, gourmet kitchen, concierge, chef available on request. Getting there: rent a car or arrange villa transfers; taxis are plentiful but expensive for repeat trips. Best season: December through April for peak weather; May and November offer shoulder-season value with the same beach.
Pair It With
- Blanchard's Restaurant — The Meads Bay institution and a five-minute walk from the villa; book ahead for the tasting menu and pair it with a chef-free night in.
- Meads Bay Beach — Your front yard, essentially; a mile of white sand and turquoise water that anchors the entire stay.
- Prickly Pear Cays — A half-day boat trip to uninhabited cays with snorkeling and a beach barbecue; the concierge can book the boat.
- Malliouhana Auberge Resort — Walkable up the beach for a rum flight at the bar or a spa treatment when you want resort polish without the resort stay.
- Jacala Beach Restaurant — French-Caribbean cooking directly on Meads Bay sand; ideal for a barefoot lunch between pool sessions.