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Fustic House

Fustic House

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36 reviews

Fustic
7 Bedrooms
7 Bathrooms
14 Guests

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Fustic House is a stunning 18th-century coral stone estate set on an 11-acre property in the north of Barbados. Designed by Oliver Messel, the property seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor spaces, offering comfortable and elegant family-friendly accommodations. The sprawling grounds feature lush gardens, a lotus-filled lake, and a natural lagoon-shaped pool with ionised water. Its seven luxury suites are spread across four separate wings, offering over 13,000 square feet of living space with breathtaking views of the Caribbean coastline.

The estate's extensive grounds were initially designed by landscape designer Todd Langstaffe-Gowan and have recently been updated by the owners, optimizing the property for maximum beauty and relaxation. Notably, Fustic House was featured in The Daily Telegraph for its exceptional gardens. Picture yourself with the scenic view as your backdrop, tanning or having an aperitif before a sumptuous dinner prepared by a chef on staff, Andy Taylor, formally of Lonestar Restaurant and Maddox fame. Fustic House Private Estate, the ideal getaway for large families or groups, offers the finest in Caribbean island living.

For those seeking a luxurious villa rental experience in Barbados, Fustic House Private Estate offers the perfect combination of traditional charm and modern amenities. Positioned on the West Coast, this property is ideal for large families or groups looking to enjoy the finest in Caribbean island living. Whether lounging by the pool, strolling through the extensive gardens, or enjoying a chef-prepared dinner, Fustic House offers an unforgettable retreat for its guests. Additionally, guests have access to the owner's beachfront day house from March 30th 2025, just a 5-minute walk from the villa, providing a picturesque setting for beach activities and relaxation.

The property offers family-friendly accommodations, making it suitable for large families or groups. It is also available as a villa rental for those seeking an exclusive and luxurious vacation experience. Lastly, located on the west coast of Barbados, Fustic House provides a serene setting for guests looking to enjoy the natural beauty of the island.

Speightstown, Barbados offers diverse dining, coastal views, nearby bars for Caribbean vibes, and pristine beaches for relaxation and water activities:

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About this stay

Key Features
  • Expansive historic estate with award winning gardens
  • Fantastic for events and weddings with amazing staff service
Amenities
  • Air-Conditioned Bedrooms
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Ceiling Fans
  • DVD Player
  • Hair Dryer
  • Home Theatre
  • Stereo
  • Cable TV
  • Wifi
  • Writing Desk
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Pool
  • Guard (24 hours)
  • Security Safe
  • Watersports by request
  • Fitness Room
  • Game Room
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Volleyball/Badminton
  • Children’s Play Area
  • Croquet
  • Boules
  • Pool Shower
  • Garden
  • Gazebo
  • Terrace
  • Beach Nearby
Amenities
  • Air-Conditioned Bedrooms
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Ceiling Fans
  • DVD Player
  • Hair Dryer
  • Home Theatre
  • Stereo
  • Cable TV
  • Wifi
  • Writing Desk
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Pool
  • Guard (24 hours)
  • Security Safe
  • Watersports by request
  • Fitness Room
  • Game Room
  • Ping Pong Table
  • Volleyball/Badminton
  • Children’s Play Area
  • Croquet
  • Boules
  • Pool Shower
  • Garden
  • Gazebo
  • Terrace
  • Beach Nearby
Staffing
  • Three Housekeepers – Including a laundress
  • Cook
  • Butler
  • Chef
  • Cook/Kitchen Assistant
  • Estate Manager
  • 24-hour Security
  • Three – Four Gardeners
  • Assistant Butler – Required for party 10+ at an additional cost
Bedrooms & bathrooms

7 bedrooms

7 bathrooms

Room Details
Room Beds Baths Details
Great House - Master Bedroom

King

  • Toilet
  • Tub
  • Shower
  • En suite
  • Double Vanity
Great House - Wisteria Suite

King

  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • Bathroom Adjacent
  • Single Vanity
Messel Wing - Sunset Suite

Twin (2)

  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • En suite
  • Single Vanity
Messel Wing - Seaview Suite

Twin (2)

  • Toilet
  • Shower
  • En suite
  • Single Vanity
Plantation Wing - Mahogany Suite

King

  • Toilet
  • Tub
  • Outdoor Shower
  • En suite
  • Double Vanity
Plantation Wing - Wicker Suite

King

  • Toilet
  • Tub
  • Outdoor Shower
  • En suite
  • Double Vanity
Pavilion

King

  • Toilet
  • Outdoor Shower
  • Shower
  • Bathroom Adjacent
  • Single Vanity

    Customer testimonials

    Miranda
    05/28/2022

    Wow! What a week here for our wedding. What a fabulous week spent with friends and family. The staff have been nothing but perfect. Fabian, we will miss you! Lots of Love – Matt & Miranda Everything has been amazing! The staff are superb! (Fabian – Thank you for all your special care). Staff thank you for all your help, wonderful to meet you all. Andy the food was out of this world! – Much love, Mia

    Amy
    05/18/2022

    We woke up in heaven… and stayed in heaven for a week. Beautiful, wonderful, amazing, unique, iconic Fustic House. Thank you so very much Amy & Nikita (and Amy’s parents) for a very special week that we will never forget. Xoxo - Nigel & Thesa

    Andrew
    03/18/2022

    Thank you to all at Fustic House for making our time here enjoyable! Fantastic and wonderful gardens, and true hospitality.

    The Johnson Family
    08/25/2017

    Heaven on earth! Fantastic views, gardens, weather, house, cinema room, food - I could go on and on! Wonderful attentive care from Fabian, Paula, Andy, Roger, Mark and all the other staff - thank you all for making our stay so memorable.

    The Lock Family
    12/17/2016

    10+ amazing years at Fustic! Looking and feeling better than ever now. Thanks to all, as usual!

    Elsarky and Family
    04/06/2015

    A unique experience. Wonderful house and gardens. A piece of heaven on earth. Staff make it even more special.

    The Albert Family
    03/23/2015

    Sublime, relaxing, beautiful holiday, exquisite staff, amazing house. Thank you so much to all, we will be back.

    The Bamford Family
    08/10/2014

    Miss you Fustic already, forever in my heart. You are all outstanding. Thank you for all you've done.

    The Bamford Party
    08/10/2014

    No words can describe the hospitality enjoyed by us all in our 2 weeks here. Our holiday was fantastic and thanks to Tony and his team, Fabian and Nicole along with Andy - outstanding. Hope to be back soon!!

    The Fishers
    08/10/2014

    We have had an amazing two weeks at Fustic House! The staff and service has been a dream, fantastic people. Wish you all the best and miss you and Fustic already.

    The Bamfords
    08/10/2014

    A historic Barbados country house just shouts history, thank you.

    The Cheetham Family
    07/27/2014

    Fustic House lives up to all expectations. The setting, the attention of the staff, they did everything and more that was asked of them.

    Cheri
    07/25/2014

    This trip was more than I could have imagined! There is magic here at Fustic House! God has provided a small piece of heaven. Fabian, Andy and Paula thank you for making this a vacation for a lifetime!!

    The Weitman Family
    07/25/2014

    The Fustic House was the most amazing experience. The property and suites were perfect and did I mention Fabian, Tony, Andy and Paula. They were the best with every detail. What great representatives of Barbados. We love you all!

    The Schwartz Party
    07/25/2014

    I usually have way too much to say but this place left me speechless from the time I got here. There's nothing I don't love about it. I especially love the monkeys : ) The service is outstanding - Fabian, Andy and Roshanna - you are all amazing and we plan to import you to NYC. Tony, AMAZING! Someone please send me a monkey! : )

    The Gonzalez Family
    07/25/2014

    OMG. The Fustic House is most definitely the highlight of Barbados! This place is magical. Beginning with the staff, Fabian the amazing butler, thank you for your hospitality, you've become family. Andy our super incredible chef, I can't wait to read up on you in one for the cook books and Paula, thank you for your care and detail. Tony you're amazing and have an exquisite staff. Again thank you for making this holiday the most special yet!

    The Sears Party
    07/25/2014

    This has been a once in a lifetime experience. It was simply magical. The grounds of the estate are so breathtaking. The intricate details of everything is amazing. It was a perfect vacation in every way. Fabian is truly an amazing person, his detail to service was extraordinary. Andy's meals were divine - they are both such a great team. Roshanna took great care of me and my "hideaway home". I always felt so pampered. I hope to come back! Best ever!! Thank you Tony for the care of all the special details,

    The Vincs Party
    07/18/2014

    Wow...where do I start?! From Mark and Fabian welcoming me, to Roshanna's invisible presence and Andy's amazing meals - you didn't even bother asking what was for breakfast, lunch or dinner after the second day as it was all so amazing, tasty and delicious. But then there's Fabian who besides a wonderful sense of humor had this uncanny knack of knowing what we wanted, our favorite kind of coffee and invisibly appeared at our side...our favorite drink in hand. Tony, you have done a fantastic job coordinating

    The Johnstone Family
    04/01/2014

    We so enjoyed being tucked away in Fustic! The serenity and charm of your home and gardens, took us away from the busy pace outside the magical Fustic gates. Thank you very much for sharing Fustic with us.

    The Bannister Family
    03/23/2014

    Thank you for sharing this special 'jewel' of a place here at Fustic House- a pocket of paradise in Barbados! Thank you for the wonderful setting, service, meals and stories. Apes Hill golf was fantastic, snorkeling and the turtles. The pool, visits by the monkey family, yoga, garden tours, massages - all such a welcome retreat! Loved it all! Thanks again.

    The Woofter Family
    04/19/2013

    Our second time to Barbados; but the first to Fustic! What a paradise! The ambiance, food and especially the hospitality shown by your staff made our visit very special! Cheers! Hope to see you again.

    Matt & Lara
    04/18/2013

    I want to thank the owners for the 7 wonderful visits we have had at Fustic. This year Matt and I had a chance to explore from the South corner of Barbados to the very North West tip. We enjoyed the polo, sailing and of course Apes Hill golf. Lots and lots of monkeys. Thanks to all the wonderful staff.

    The Cooper's
    03/14/2013

    This place is paradise! I love everything about it from the wonderful pool to the fantastic house's you've built! This place is amazing! I want to come back!!!

    The Chub Family
    01/03/2013

    Paradise was created in one day and according to the Book, very easy. What we see here is a masterpiece! So, our THANK YOU goes to your inspiration, patience and attention to details.

    Kevin W. Law & Family
    11/16/2012

    Special, magic, remarkable, one of a kind. One day we hope to call this home. Not what we have, but what we enjoy, constitutes our allowance - Epicurus

    Dan, Joanne, Terry & Mandy
    10/24/2012

    Fustic House... 3 little words, A-MAZ-ING!!! Very special place, stay as you are, don't ever change. We've all had such a wonderful experience and magical time. Staff are the best.. top guys, we want to take you home.

    Jemie Berger
    06/21/2012

    This is paradise! Cool breezy, greenery, delightful smells, wonderful sounds - how I hope heaven looks and feels!

    Amber & Walter
    04/24/2012

    Wonderful location, fantastic staff and great friends makes for an unbelievable stay in paradise.

    Heywood Party
    05/03/2011

    Just a quick note to say a massive and heartfelt thank-you for what has been the holiday of a lifetime.Fustic House was incredible, not only because of its awesome style and location but because of the superb staff who looked after us like kings, and were the most friendly lovely people we could hope to meet. We were all overwhelmed by the service, by the beautiful accommodation, and by all the arrangements. When we departed on Wednesday not only were my sisters crying but so were all the Houseke

    Neve Campbell & J.J Feild
    02/07/2011

    There are few places on earth where the hospitality matches the beauty of the surroundings. Fustic offers all of that and more. Thank you, with all my heart.

    The Borchs Family
    01/17/2011

    Our fifth stay at Fustic in five years and its getting better every time. Our compliments and thanks to all. We look forward to coming back.

    Nathalie
    01/02/2011

    Million thanks for a wonderful stay! What a beautiful house and beautiful setting! And the most sweet and helpful staff = )

    La Maire Family
    03/25/2010

    What a beautiful spot you have here. Thank you for a week of peace and recuperation!

    Henderson Family
    02/21/2010

    Fustic, an amazing experience and that was only half of it!

    Chadim Family
    02/10/2010

    Such a wonderful place for my birthday with freedom and spirit which we will never forget!

    The Kirks
    01/12/2010

    This is a wonderful house which inspired a game which we have left behind for others to follow. Play the game and you will see the magic of this property!

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    About the location

    Fustic House is located on 11 acres in northern Barbados. It is surrounded by beautiful gardens and water features. The estate provides breathtaking views of the coastline and is also close to nearby beaches and local attractions.

    Area guidance
    Nearest Beach
    Heywoods Beach
    7 Minute Drive
    Nearest Supermarket
    Jordans Supermarket Speightstown
    10 Minute Drive
    Nearest Town
    Speightstown
    10 Minute Drive
    Airport
    Grantley Adams International Airport
    54 Minute Drive
    Nearest Restaurant
    Fish Pot
    4 Minute Drive
    Nightlife
    First Street, Holetown
    St. Lawrence Gap
    20 Minute Drive
    45 Minute Drive

    Essential information

    House rules / policies
    • Smoking permitted only on open terraces
    • Cancellation policy: 10% refund of total cost up until 60 days prior to arrival, within 60 days is non-refundable. Christmas period (Dec 19 – Jan 9) is always non-refundable
    Good to know
    • Car rental recommended
    • Not ideal for those with mobility challenges

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