Featured Homes
An antique privacy gate and entry courtyard welcome guests to this elegant one-bedroom suite. Beautifully appointed with 1,346 ft² of living space.
The Estate Suite at Jumby Bay is the most expansive of our one-bedroom accommodations - offering a sophisticated blend of privacy and luxury.
Complementing the beautiful island setting, the Beachside Suites are a delightful combination of comfort with luxury. Nestled on the beach, these Caribbean suites are decorated with tropical touches, offering magnificent vaulted ceilings and a sitting area, which opens to a beautifully appointed bedroom.
Poinciana is a gorgeous beachfront escape on the luxury private island of Jumby Bay. The villa offers luxurious comfort paired with breathtaking views of the Caribbean Sea. The beautiful home, which exudes a warm and elegant residential atmosphere, is decorated in classic West Indian furnishings and features cathedral ceilings and terracotta tiles throughout.
Sunflower is a deluxe 3 bedroom beachfront villa on the luxury private island of Jumby Bay. Tucked behind palm trees just steps from the beach, this three-bedroom villa is a splendid Caribbean sanctuary. Whether relaxing in the backyard hammock or strolling along the beach, Sunflower provides guests with all of the elements needed for relaxation and rejuvenation.
As gorgeous and vibrant as its namesake, this three-bedroom Caribbean getaway is a popular choice for families. Terraced over beautiful Jumby Bay Beach
Nestled in a quiet location, this charming three-bedroom private villa overlooks a stunning stretch of Jumby Bay Beach. The home’s interiors are colorful and inventive, featuring classic Caribbean furnishings, hand-selected decorative accessories, vibrantly accented upholstery and bed dressings, and unique artwork.
At Seahorse, guests indulge in a tropical luxury escape. Whether taking in stunning views of the Caribbean Sea, soaking up rays next to the turquoise pool or combing the white-sand beach, the experience of staying at this private beachfront villa lasts a lifetime.
Resting serenely along the shore of Harbour Beach, Sea Hare boasts an impressive strip of secluded private beach within arm’s reach of its cerulean-tiled infinity-edge pool. Infused with sultry sea breezes, and outfitted with plenty of comfortable loungers, the villa’s outdoor relaxation areas enjoy stunning views of the sea.
Styled in a contemporary Caribbean fashion, Alaire echo’s the calm and tranquility of the tropics with white, crème and pastel color palette to enhance the home's grand spaces.
Almost entirely reinvented during a recent renovation, Jabberwocky’s interiors are Classic Caribbean. The comfortably casual environment is suffused with a soft color palette of neutrals, celadons and ocean blue. Stone flooring and white woodwork throughout create an inviting, crisp tone.
Set within a lush garden landscape, the three-bedroom Banyan Villa spans four levels of elegantly casual indoor living space complemented by a stunning pool and tropical lawn that gives way to an intimate hideaway beach area and azure blue waters.
From its enchanting seaside location, Tortuga offers a lovely combination of understated elegance and beachfront charm. The villa features delightful open living and dining spaces, three bedrooms and an expansive poolside terrace that captures stunning sunrise views of the Caribbean Sea.
Picturesque views of the sea define this mesmerizing four-bedroom beachfront retreat. Suffused with natural light, Sea Breeze offers a modern twist on Caribbean architectural and interior design traditions with clean, simple lines, layers of texture and color, and a sophisticated mix of Empire-era and contemporary furnishings.
Spacious, comfortable and beautifully furnished, Whispering Palms offers a welcoming blend of Caribbean luxury and charm. The private villa features over 5,000 square feet of indoor-outdoor living space, a large lushly landscaped terrace and private infinity-edge pool with fantastic views across the sea.
Sandy Cove is a delightful beachfront retreat that makes any Caribbean dream vacation a reality. This extremely spacious and comfortable four-bedroom beach villa offers over 4,150 square feet of open-plan indoor-outdoor living space.
One enters Allamanda through a tranquil, Japanese-inspired courtyard. An open plan reception room in cool contemporary hues leads out onto a pavilion terrace with rattan sofas and tiled maze floor. The large, lawned garden offers a choice of secluded seating areas and shaded spaces for children to play, with steps onto the beach and an exit showe
Turtle Reef is a spectacular contemporary beachfront estate home offering guests a total sense of privacy. Set in secluded grounds with a magnificent oceanfront infinity pool and two private beaches, this large Caribbean estate is protected by lush, tropical landscaping and provides sweeping views of the Caribbean Sea.
Calabash invites you to explore, see, feel, and enjoy nature in a uniquely warm, elegant and modern setting. This beautifully designed four-bedroom beach home offers enhanced privacy along a secluded stretch of the shoreline centered around a lush oasis of tropical gardens.
Located on the island’s southeastern plateau, Dragonfly is an enchanting tropical estate that enjoys both refreshing natural breezes and stunning views of Buckley Bay and the islands beyond. Mirroring the color of the Caribbean Sea.
Welcome to East Wind, a private haven of tranquility, set on the breezy southeastern shore of Jumby Bay Island. Designed with meditative intentions, the home invites guests with the refreshing elements of wind and water, throughout the zen-inspired spaces.
Les Palmiers is a stunning private villa rental on the exclusive Jumby Bay resort in Long Island off the coast of Antigua.
Occupying an unrivaled beachfront position, Sandpiper provides truly dramatic views of Davis Bay and the Caribbean Sea looking across to the hills of mainland Antigua.
To arrive at this private, Caribbean-style estate, guests follow a long, meandering driveway through a lush tropical landscape. The six-bedroom luxury home rests on secluded, oceanfront property and is positioned to take advantage of the cooling trade winds for superior natural ventilation.
Situated on the highest point of the island, Tir Na Nog at Harbour Heights offers sweeping panoramic views of the Caribbean Sea from every room with soothing Trade Wind breezes.
Elegant and gorgeous, the Oleander estate home on Pasture Bay offers a luxurious blend of classical Caribbean architecture and colonial-style decor and furnishings.
This exceptional and very private beachfront estate offers a luxurious fusion of Caribbean and Asian architecture. Lazy Lizard’s exceptional design forms a series of eight pavilions clustered around a spectacular free form swimming pool with floating dining pavilion set on five tropical acres.
La Casa is an exquisite British Colonial style villa, set on three acres of lush tropical landscape located on the sands of Pasture Bay. This 10,000 square foot home is the ideal space for tranquil indulgence and includes a drawing room, dining room, a fully equipped kitchen, and a charming library with wood vaulted ceilings.
Situated on the southwest side of the island, Blue Pelican enjoys unparalleled views of the sunset and sparkling ocean looking out across Loblolly Bay to mainland Antigua.
Set on a private beach on the northeast corner of Jumby Bay Island, Evangeline is a sanctuary of peace and privacy designed by renowned architect Andrew Goodenough.
With an exclusive beachfront location overlooking Pasture Beach, Bananaquit offers guests privacy, comfort and quintessential Caribbean living. The L-shaped estate offers seven bedrooms, living room, kitchen, dining area, library and sitting room with TV, outdoor lounge areas, tennis court and a magnificent 15-meter pool.
The name Kairos, Greek for "idle time," is truly fitting for this 8,703 ft² private beach home. The main house and guest quarters are separated by a courtyard filled with palm trees enclosed by green mosaic tiles. Here, guests enjoy a light and casual Caribbean ambiance with warm-coloured walls.
Taking its name from the incomparable sea views, Pure Turquoise is undoubtedly one of the finest Estate Houses in the Caribbean. Providing complete privacy and space in equal measure, this unparalleled property combines the intrinsic natural beauty of its beachfront location with exquisite luxury.
Nestled within beautifully landscaped gardens on the southeastern end of Jumby Bay, Turtle Crossing offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and mainland Antigua.
A fabulous colonial style villa set in eight private acres of lush, well-stocked tropical gardens, Morning Glory offers four suites in the main house and two private cottages on the grounds, each including two suites.
Tŷ Compton is a blue gem luxury vacation rental on the South coast of Jumby Bay Island. The villa is an exuberant beachfront Private Residence, hosting up to 16 guests.
Situated on the eastern end of Jumby Bay Island, looking out to stunning views of Buckley Bay, Mariposa boasts a secluded location spread over a lush 10 acre tropical seascape.
Jumby Bay features a collection of privately owned luxury villas and estates, individually priced and available for rental exclusively through Jumby Bay, A Rosewood Resort. The villas and homes enjoy full access to the resort's world-renowned facilities and services.
A perfect Caribbean hideaway, the 300-acre private resort enclave sits just two miles off Antigua in the West Indies and offers white sand beaches, a mild tropical climate and easy accessibility via Antigua with its direct airline connections to the world. A haven for naturalists, the island plays host to a variety of wildlife including sheep, the White Egret and the Blue Pelican. Pasture Beach, on the island's windward side, is a protected nesting site of the endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle.
Touching down in Antigua, guests are whisked away on a short private cruise to Long Island, home of the tropical haven of Jumby Bay, where sun-kissed days are enjoyed basking on one of the world's finest beaches. This corner of the Caribbean, where pure white sands embrace crystal clear waters, is also home to rare Spanish sheep, beautiful birds such as the white egret and blue pelican, nurse sharks, eagle rays and brilliant reef fish.
Guests arrive into Antigua at the V.C. Bird International Airport located on the northeast corner of Antigua. There are many direct flights from North America and Europe as well as connecting flights via San Juan and St. Maarten. Charter flights are also available to the neighboring islands.
North American Air Service:
Air Canada: Direct flights from Toronto
American Airlines: Direct flights from Miami, New York & Puerto Rico
Caribbean Airways: Direct flights from New York
Continental: Direct flights from New Jersey
Delta: Direct flights from Atlanta and New York
US Air: Direct flights from Charlotte
European Air Service: British Airways, British West Indies Airlines & Lufthansa
Other Airlines Serving Antigua: American Eagle & LIAT
Approximate Flight Times: New York (4 hrs.), Miami (3 hrs.), Baltimore (4 hrs.), Toronto (4 hrs.), Puerto Rico (1 hr.), London (8 hrs.), Frankfurt (9 hrs.), Paris (8 hrs.)
Transfers: Jumby Bay provides transfers between the mainland airport and the resort. Upon arrival, a chauffeured private town car conveys guests on a three-minute drive to the resort's dock where they receive a warm Jumby Bay welcome from a resort representative. From this point guests needn't lift a finger - their baggage will be waiting for them in their guest room, suite, villa or estate home. With cool scented towels proffered by staff, guests can take a moment to refresh themselves after their journey and begin to unwind. Two experienced crew members will assist guests onto the resort's private catamaran for a seven-minute ride over to Jumby Bay through clear Caribbean waters.
Adults: $60 per person, roundtrip
Children 2-12 years old: $30 per child, roundtrip (for children under 2 years old the transfer is complimentary)
Airport transfer fees for guests arriving via private plane are available upon request.
Local Currency: Both the US Dollar (US$) and the Eastern Caribbean Dollar (EC$) are accepted on Antigua and nearby islands.
Immigration: Proof of citizenship and a ticket for onward destination is required for a visit. Check with the consulate or embassy in your home country for valid identifications, visas and other entry requirements. Australian, New Zealand, Japanese and EC Citizens: A valid passport for at least six months beyond the intended date of departure for visits up to six months. U.S. Citizens: A valid passport is required.
Customs: The following items may be taken into Antigua without payment of customs duty: 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco and one liter of wine or spirits. Weapons and non-prescribed drugs are prohibited.
Departure Tax: A US$28 is assessed at V.C. Bird International Airport upon departure from Antigua.
Time Zone: EST
Climate: Jumby Bay has one of the most wonderful climates in the Caribbean. Little rainfall and warm tropical breezes and trade winds and an average temperate of about 81°F make Jumby Bay a true paradise.
Traveling Around Antigua: Rental cars are abundant throughout Antigua. You will need a valid national license and a local license. A local license may be obtained at a police station for a nominal charge of US$20. Be aware that driving is on the left-hand side and most of the island roadways are not paved. Antigua's roads are notorious for potholes and poor signage and shoulders. Antigua's bus transportation can be quite an adventure. Travel by bus only if you don't mind erratic bus schedules and limited destinations. Taxis are the easiest way to venture around Antigua and all taxi drivers are qualified tour guides. For the adventuresome traveler, consider renting a motorcycle or mountain bike to see the island.
Area Attactions
Archaeological Site: On the northeastern corner of Jumby Bay Island lies an archaeological site of floor flints dating back 7000 years.
Bat Cave: Located on the north side of English Harbor, Bat Cave is home to hundreds of bats hanging upside down from the ceiling. Local legend says that the cavern actually goes under the sea as far as Guadeloupe. You will need permission from the Medical School to visit Bat Cave.
Casino Night in Antigua: Join in the fun at casino night in St. John's. Located on English Harbor near the shopping village.
English Harbor: Once used as a base for the British Nave, English Harbor is home to Antigua's historic district. Features on the Harbor include Nelson's Dockyard National Park and many shops and restaurants.
Great Bird Island: A bird watcher's fantasy. Boat over to this tiny uninhabited islet and see the nesting grounds of the red-billed tropic bird. From April to September the laughing gulls, purple martins, terns, and brown noodles grace the island.
Green Castle Hill: Starting at the brick factory, climb this one-hour, not-so-easy trek to Green Castle Hill to see the most spectacular three-way view of Antigua. Rock formations rise up to 180 meters and are thought to be prehistoric megaliths.
Hiking: There are numerous hiking trails throughout Antigua. The following are just a few: Wailing's Woodland; Old Road; Falmouth; and Rendezvous Bay. Jumby Bay has over 4 miles of hiking and walking trails.
Museum of Antigua & Barbuda: Housed in the colonial Court House, the Museum features displays on both the Arawak and colonial artifacts discovered through archaeological digs on both islands.
Nelson's Dockyard National Park: Just 11 miles outside of St. John's lies one of the biggest attractions in the eastern Caribbean, Nelson's Dockyard National Park. This beautifully restored Georgian naval dockyard was home to the British Fleet during the Napoleonic Wars.
Pasture Bay, Jumby Bay Island: From May to December, experience the rare sightings of the hawksbill sea turtle during their nesting season.
Shirley's Heights: East of English Harbor lies Shirley's Heights, named after the former Governor of the Leeward Islands in 1781, where a partially restored fortification of the island’s observation post still remains. Enjoy breathtaking views or stroll the grounds to see the Palladian arches, barracks and Victorian garden.
Shopping: Visit the colorful shops and local vendors in St. John's. Browse for some of Antigua's wonderful native products such as pottery, carvings or Antigua's rum. Visit Duty-free Heritage Quay or Redcliffe Quay for clothing, jewelry, local arts and crafts, Cuban cigars, and other luxury items.
Jumby Bay Wildlife
Nature abounds on Jumby Bay Island. During your stay with us, you may observe a variety of bird life, including our mascot, the White Egret, the playful Bananaquit and nature's marvel, the Blue Pelican. Pasture Bay Beach is one of the world's principal nesting sites for the endangered Hawksbill Sea Turtle (July through November). Jumby Bay homeowners have set aside prime beachfront to ensure the continued protection of the nesting site for the turtle whose ancestors have inhabited the area's waters since the Age of Dinosaurs. During November, the harmless Nurse Shark uses the shallow waters off Pasture Bay Beach as a mating ground, coming into shore just shy of the beach following age-old instincts. This, combined with the presence of Eagle Rays, schooling fish and an adundance of reef fish make the waters surrounding Jumby Bay a haven for snorkelers.
History
The earliest inhabitants of Jumby Bay Island were South American Indians, beginning with the Siboney who arrived here about 1775 BC. Most came to the island to mine flint, which was exported to other islands for the manufacture of primitive tools and weapons. Around 50 AD, the Arawaks arrived to Jumby Bay but were in turn displaced by the Caribs, an Indian tribe that continued to raid the island until 1674, at which time English settlers had replaced the Spaniards who colonized the island in the 1500s.
The first European to discover the island was Christopher Columbus, an Italian sailing under Spanish colors in 1493. King Charles I granted Jumby Bay Island to Earl of Carlisle, the first recorded owner in 1627. In 1835 a Mr. Jarvis (owner of Jumby Bay at that time) rented the island to emancipated slaves who grew provisions to sell on Antigua. In 1935 an heir to the property used Jumby Bay to raise sheep. These sheep were descendants from those brought to the island by Spanish settlers who lived on the island in the 16th Century. The wild sheep seen roaming on Jumby Bay today are descendants of those sheep.
Jumby Bay was uninhabited for more than four decades before work began in the 1980s. In 1983 Jumby Bay opened as a private resort. Rosewood Hotels & Resorts assumed management of the resort in April 2002.
