Luxury 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Sandy Lane, Saint James
This upscale property occupies one of the most elevated positions within the Sandy Lane Estate. Positioned without rear neighbours, it enjoys the refreshing trade winds from the east and benefits from its elevated location, ensuring ample afternoon sun and stunning evening sunsets.
The beautifully maintained indoor and outdoor gardens at this villa create a lush tropical ambience, setting the stage for this exceptional residence in paradise. The main bedroom wing features a spacious master bedroom suite and three guest bedrooms, each equipped with air conditioning, private bathrooms, and terraces. Additionally, the enchanting dining area is surrounded by tropical foliage and a captivating water feature.
It also features a bar, a breakfast dining area, and outdoor dining spaces around the pool, making it an ideal setting for entertaining and providing ample room for friends and family to relax and enjoy their own privacy. Guests can gather to embrace Caribbean living together as a group. The pool area boasts a private sun deck with living roomrs and dining tables, all surrounded by exquisite gardens. Additionally, there is a small pool located off the master bedroom terrace. Highlands is a tranquil retreat while remaining conveniently close to the amenities of the west coast.
One of the memorable features at Highlands, is it's temperature-controlled wine cellar, stocked with an impressive selection of wines, a generator, complete sets of fine china and Waterford crystal tableware, new patio furnishings, a car, and access to a cabana at the Sandy Lane Estate Beach Club.
It provides access to tennis, golf, and a premier beach club featuring a bar and dining options.
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