Craigston Great House, Carriacou
Craigston Great House, Carriacou
Craigston Great House is the last Historic Plantation Great House property on Carriacou, dating back over 230 years. It sits on a commanding, breezy, site with great ocean and nearby island views. There are over 10 acres of landscaped grounds attached. The property has been in the Kent family for almost 90 years and its history goes back to Scottish ownership in the 18th century, when the plantation produced mostly cotton.
The house has recently been fully renovated in 2013 with added sundeck, outdoor whirlpool Jacuzzi , barbecue, and outdoor pantry and bar. An enclosed outdoor shower for sand removal after sea bathing is provided.
The house comprises 4 large screened en-suite air-conditioned bedrooms, central great room/living room, north and south facing verandahs, verandah dining for 8, large fully equipped kitchen, library and TV room. Stereo with docking port and WiFi are also supplied.
Front and center as one drives up to the house is a 50 thousand gallon water tank dating back to 1785, which collects rainwater for household use, and has very thick walls and an arched roof. There is a walled courtyard with flagstone paved floor which used to be a cotton store, and the remains of an old fort with an intact powder store building still existing— as do a couple of cannons and old memorial headstones of ancient British soldiers.
There is a large enclosed kitchen garden and plant nursery providing herbs and vegetables in season for the kitchen and flowers for the house. There are a housekeeper/cook and 2 gardeners who have been with the property for many years and who normally work 7 hours a day Monday to Friday. Faithlyn our housekeeper works every weekday, and is available on weekends by special arrangements. She is an excellent cook and will help you enjoy the local specialties.
Included in your stay is a welcome drink or two, and a home cooked Caribbean meal your first night at Craigston Great House.
Property Details:
- 4 air conditioned bedrooms
- 4 bathroom
- Sleeps 8 peopl
- House keeper/cook 5 days/ week excluding public holidays
- Local cell phone with $ 20 EC provided
- En suite rooms (4)
- Air conditioning and fans in bedrooms
- Linens provided (changed 2x week)
- Towels provided (changed 2 x week)
- Beach towels provided
- Hair dryer
- 1 king bedroom
- 2 Queen bedrooms
- 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds
- In room safe in king bedroom
- Stereo/radio in Living room with I pod port
- Cable TV in separate room with DVD player
- Library in TV room
- Loungers on the Jacuzzi deck
- Outdoor Grill by the Jacuzzi deck
- Wi-Fi (free)
- Use of a local cell phone with $ 20 EC credit
- Iron and Ironing board
- Large verandah facing the Hillsborough harbor and the sunset
- Hammocks on the verandah
- Kitchen Patio facing the sunrise and Union Island to the north
- Large private garden with staff of 2 gardeners
- Dining table seats 8
- Living room seats 8
- House Keeper/cook 5 days a week (except public holidays)
- Special arrangements and overtime to be paid directly to the housekeeper
- Large kitchen with 6 burner cooker with oven
- Electric kettle
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Refrigerator/freezer
- Washing machine
- Outdoor shower to remove sand before entering house or jacuzzi
- Ample paved Parking
- Pets Allowed: No
- Smoking Allowed: No
- Kid Friendly: Yes
See our seasonal rates below:
Default Rates
| Max # of Guests | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | $250 USD | - | - |
| 5 | $280 USD | - | - |
| 6 | $310 USD | - | - |
| 7 | $340 USD | - | - |
| 8 | $370 USD | - | - |
Winter Rates
From 15-Dec-2016 to 15-Apr-2017
| Max # of Guests | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | $300 USD | - | - |
| 5 | $330 USD | - | - |
| 6 | $360 USD | - | - |
| 7 | $390 USD | - | - |
| 8 | $420 USD | - | - |
Summer Rates
From 15-Jul-2017 to 15-Aug-2017
| Max # of Guests | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | $300 USD | - | - |
| 5 | $330 USD | - | - |
| 6 | $360 USD | - | - |
| 7 | $390 USD | - | - |
| 8 | $420 USD | - | - |
Craigston Great House, Carriacou Island, Grenada
Access
Car advised
How to get there
- Airport: Lauriston : 5.0 km
- Ferry: Hillsborough: 3.0 km
Most visitors fly to Grenada on an international airline, AA, BA, Virgin, Air Canada, Jet Blue. LIAT etc. and then take SVG (St Vincent and Grenadines Airline) for a 20 minute flight or the daily ferry for about a 2 hour trip. It is relatively easy to book seats on the SVG flights once one has their definite arrival time in Grenada. Sometimes it is necessary to overnight at a guest house or hotel near the airport.
Of great importance is the fact that the baggage allowance is only 22 K and hand luggage is restricted– make sure you see this on the website. Extra luggage is costly. Once you have made your plans let us know so we are prepared for your arrival. If you are having trouble making bookings ask us to help.
Activities nearby
Hiking, Birdwatching, Diving, Sailing, Fishing Nearby, There Are Tennis Courts Nearby, Watersports Nearby, Nearest Beach: 1.0 km.
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