Happy Trees

Guests staying within the world famous Sandy Lane Estate will have complimentary access to all Clubhouse facilities including beach chairs, umbrellas and tennis courts.

Happy Trees is a magnificent four-bedroom villa tastefully furnished and set on over an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds including mature trees and tropical foliage. A successful blend of modern finishes and furnishings keeping comfort at the forefront, this home offers an open plan living and dining area as you enter, leading to a large, covered patio where an informal lounge area and dining are available for guests to enjoy.

Eco-friendly aspects and cutting-edge technology are a trademark of Happy Trees, from the recycled roofing materials, led lighting throughout the house and garden, rainwater collected in underground tanks and used for irrigation, insulated sliding doors and solar water heaters, the owners have been mindful of the environment when creating this holiday getaway. Indoor/outdoor lighting and music systems allow you to light up the garden and inside the house at night when enjoying a cocktail with friends and family. Create the atmosphere you wish within different sections of the property with soft strains of classical music in the dining area, while contemporary sounds liven up the terrace or pool areas.

Located in the Southern wing of the villa, the four air-conditioned bedrooms complete with ensuite bathrooms are equipped with uber-comfortable mattresses, high-quality linens and lots of pillows, flat-screen TVs, Apple TV, Wi-Fi, and Hair dryers, all providing luxurious element to your holiday. All four bedrooms look onto the garden which surrounds the property and with large glass doors, allowing the natural light in while you relax and enjoy the tropical scenery. If you prefer a later start to your day just close the drapes and stay beneath the covers.

A study located off the master bedroom, a central TV room and a large, well-equipped kitchen complete this home. Enjoy a refreshing cocktail on the deck of the large infinity saltwater pool set amidst the lovely garden or lay on a lounge chair reading a book while you soak your toes in the sparkling water. A gazebo next to the pool complete with an icemaker offers a smaller table and chairs along with additional seating allowing you to enjoy the outdoors in comfort.

An added advantage of staying on the Sandy Lane Estate is the Private Property Owners Beach Facility located beside the Sandy Lane Hotel, complete with your own cabana where you can store your personal items. Complimentary lounge chairs, sun umbrellas and changing rooms are also available for your use and a bar offering refreshments in a sheltered seating area makes for enjoyable days at the beach, including swimming in the sea and walks along the sand.

Barbados is a beautiful island on the eastern tip of the Caribbean. Its most famous asset is, of course, its white-sand beaches and azure sea, both of which combine to produce some of the most beautiful sunsets in the world. Those looking to simply relax by the beach tend to prefer the Caribbean side, which is located in the south and west of the island and offers calm, warm, light-blue water. Those looking to surf or windsurfing, though, will prefer the waves of the Atlantic waters on the east side.

Nightlife and dancing lovers, meanwhile, would be wise to stay near all the action on the St Lawrence Gap, which offers a wide variety of local performances such as the famously colourful Tuk band, known to wow audiences with their skills on the bass drum, kettle drum, and penny whistle. Our wide selection of Barbados luxury vacation rentals may help make your stay complete, but, no matter where you stay, you will enjoy access to pristine beach fronts, world-class golf courses, duty-free shopping, and a wide range of entertainment options.

Dining Options

Barbados boasts an exquisite selection of restaurants offering a wide array of culinary specialties. Ranging from delicious local dishes to international cuisine prepared by some of Europe and the Caribbean’s top chefs, Barbados dining choices are seemingly endless.

The West Coast is home to many of the island's most popular dining spots, including five-star restaurants, quaint local eateries and specialty restaurants offering an assortment of cosmopolitan flavours, including Asian, Indian, Italian and French-inspired menus. In recent years the South Coast has also seen a boom in fine dining facilities, and you can find many local favourites nestled among the hotels and entertainment venues.

During the day most establishments accept casual attire, however visitors should keep in mind that Barbados is a conservative island and appropriate cover-ups and shoes are required, even at the beach bars. In the evening, a more formal dress code is expected, however a dinner jacket is not required.

A nominal gratuity is often included in the bill, especially for larger parties; however it is at the discretion of the guest to increase or decrease the amount as they deem appropriate.

World Class Golf

Royal Westmoreland Golf Course features a 6,870-yard 18-hole championship course with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, well-maintained greens and beautiful tropical surroundings. The par-72 course offers a challenging set-up, with the par threes renowned as some of the best in the world. The course is studded with bunkers, some taking advantage of the natural environment, including a coral stone quarry between the 5th and 6th hole and a ravine bordering a tight green at the 12th hole. Each hole is designed to accommodate a range of player expertise.

With spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea, verdant greens and vivid tropical blooms and lush gullies lining the fairways, Sandy Lane Golf Club is renowned as one of the most stunning courses in the Caribbean. Part of the 5-star Sandy Lane Resort, the Country Club strives to provide players with a golfing experience like none other. The first course designed outside the United States by distinguished course architect Tom Fazio, the Country Club features open fairways, angled slopes and five lakes. With five par threes, eight par fours and five par five holes, the 7,060-yard course provides a challenging experience for professional and amateur golfers alike. In 2006 the Country Club hosted the World Golf Championships World Cup, a four-day tournament attended by international players and spectators alike.

Beautiful Beaches

One of the more active beaches on the West Coast, Brighton Beach is located near the island's capital city, Bridgetown. There is a popular local beach bar providing lunch and drink service, as well as beach chair and umbrella rentals. You will find a wide array of water sport options as well as the nearby Malibu Beach Club and Visitor Centre where you can tour the adjacent rum distillery.

Located between Holders Hill and Sandy Lane, Paynes Bay features ample parking and easy access to the beach. The waters are generally calm, providing excellent swimming and snorkelling conditions.

One of the island’s most stunning stretches of white sand beach, Sandy Lane provides excellent swimming and snorkelling conditions. Located south of Holetown, public access is available at Paynes Bay. Guests of the Sandy Lane hotel have access to beach chairs and umbrellas while residents of the nearby Sandy Lane estate have access to private cabana facilities.

Located just south of the popular Mullins Beach, Gibbs Beach offers a tranquil setting with plenty of shaded areas and excellent swimming and snorkelling conditions. Water sport amenities are also available.

Featuring a picnic area and spacious parking facilities, Mullins Beach is a popular spot with both locals and visitors. There are beach chair and umbrella rentals as well as restaurant and bar service. The calm waters provide excellent snorkelling and swimming conditions and there are many water sport amenities available, including jet skis. Mullins is also an excellent spot to watch the sunset while enjoying a refreshing cocktail at the nearby restaurant and bar.