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FRENCHMANS LOOKOUT
Tortola, BVI
5 Bedrooms and 5 Bathrooms (Sleeps 10)

Frenchmans Lookout, one of Tortola’s best properties, is located on a small cay connected to West End by a charming bridge. This Caribbean plantation-style house has been completely renovated and the results are an absolutely wonderful combination of grace, total comfort and great style. Electronic security gates lead to this completely private and luxurious estate, which is surrounded by mature and lush tropical foliage. Originally an infamous pirates' lookout, Frenchmans Lookout offers sweeping 300-degree views over Sir Francis Drake Channel of turquoise water and some 12 islands and cays. Because of its location, the sultry and silky tradewinds are constant and the sight of passing sail and motor boats adds to the sublime visuals. Two of the islands prettiest beaches, Smuggler’s Cove and Long Bay Beach are about 10 minutes away by car.

Reminiscent of classic southern plantations, all the large rooms have high ceilings and every room on both floors, including the bathrooms, opens via mahogany French doors onto a wide wraparound verandah. Both of these look out to the sea and have hammocks and seating areas. Throughout the house are Mexican saltillo tiles, seagrass mats, plush chairs and sofas, antiques and fine art. Furnishings are sumptuous and comfy and all five of the romantic bedrooms have air-conditioning.

Set in a lovely garden, and also overlooking the water, is an L-shaped 25' x 50' pool with a shallow cove for small children. Adjoining the pool is a very fun gazebo with a large gas barbecue, fridge and a wet bar with seating. Also within the garden is a 6 person hot tub overlooking the harbor and a children’s play area. Down a stone path is a separate cottage with a state-of-the-art gym and game room. When bringing this marvelous house back to life, one can clearly see that no expense was spared.

Main Floor
· Large and gracious entry hall
· Great Room
· Dining room with a banquet table
· Gourmet kitchen with granite countertops and a table and chairs
· Bedroom with a queen-size four-poster bed and bathroom en suite with a shower

Upper Floor
· Master bedroom with a wrought iron king-size bed, sitting area, TV and large bathroom
  en suite with an old-fashioned tub with claw feet and a shower
· Guest master bedroom with a four-poster king-size bed, TV and bathroom en suite with a
  shower
· Bedroom with two four-poster double beds and TV
· Bedroom with twin beds (can combine for a king)
· Bathroom with a shower
· Bathroom with a shower
· Office with a computer with DSL service, fax and answering machines and a
  printer/scanner/copier

Gym/Games Cottage
Gym/game room with a exercise bike, full weight machine, treadmill and free weights - all on a rubber floor. Games include a  billiards  table, foosball and table tennis. It also has a  ceiling fan, cable TV, stereo and a small porch with a table and chairs that also has a great  view.

Amenities
Rental includes freshly-prepared breakfast 6 days a week, 10 hours of spa treatments (massage/facials/body wraps) at the house, 2 full days on our 35-foot luxury power yacht with Captain Simon Wood and a welcome dinner.

Other amenities include: security gates and alarm system, A/C in all bedrooms, cable TV, DVD/CD player, VCR, radio, movie and music collections, books, games, gas grill, hair dryers, safes for valuables, mini-fridge on the upper deck; 4 hammocks, children's toys and outdoor play area, baby crib; dishwasher, snorkel gear, a separate staff workspace and transfers to and from the airport.

Staff
Maid service six days per week

Services Available at an Additional Cost
Professional chef and advance grocery shopping. 

Notes
· No smoking inside, please
· During the Christmas/New Year’s period, a 14-night minimum rental is required

Photos by Nancy Klemm:
Twilight, Hammock and View, Upstairs Double Bedroom, Living Room