Longford Hideaway Greathouse: 3BR, pool, OG farm – Home 5329144 Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- 6 sleeps
- 5 nights min stay
Longford Hideaway Greathouse: 3BR, pool, OG farm – Home 5329144
- Villa
- 3 bedrooms
- sleeps 6
- 5 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 2 mi
- Swimming pool
- Child Friendly
- Car advised
- Air conditioning
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Longford Hideaway Greathouse is a private and historic eco-lodging: 3 bedroom 2500 sq. ft. plantation greathouse built in 1760, with swimming pool, large shaded tile floor porches, full chef's kitchen, living and dining areas, set on the ARTfarm: an organic Caribbean fruit, vegetable and sheep farm. (Due to the farming operations, there are strict no-smoking, no pets policies. Children are welcome!) The friendly owners live on this Danish-built property – the modern pool was originally the plantation cistern! With over 40 years of living on the island, we are always ready to offer assistance and suggestions. Our location on the south shore of St. Croix makes a great base for exploring the island. Resort style beaches are 2-10 minutes by car, or take a mile walk, jog or 4x4 drive through pastures to our secluded two mile stretch of wild beaches. Cattle roam the nearby hills. Our south shore beaches are a snorkeler's or surfcasting fisherman's delight (permit fishing guide available). The Greathouse sleeps 2-6 adults, with laundry facilities, linens, pool, WIFI access, TV with local channels, ceiling fans, partial A/C, BBQ grill. The sister vacation rental on the property, the Longford Hideaway Cottage, has one bedroom and sleeps 2-4.
St. Croix, the largest of the US Virgin Islands, has a relaxed and rural vibe. Home to many artists, dancers, jazz, latin and reggae musicians, poets, farmers, and other “culture bearers”, we have a strong sense of “Crucian” identity here to be enjoyed at street festivals, parades, performances and gallery exhibitions. There are also many restaurants, beautiful beaches, resorts, golf courses, rainforest hikes, scuba and snorkeling adventures, sailing, kayak and paddleboarding excursions, and other Caribbean attractions! Driving on the left can be a challenge for the first day or so, but easily mastered. Friendly locals are always ready to help, and nothing is more than 40 minutes drive from tip to tip of the island. Weather is generally 85ºF and sunny!
Inside the Greathouse you'll find local art on the walls, some by family members. Old plantation homes were built one story up to catch the breeze, so windows look out into the trees. The kitchen (renovated 2013) includes a full-sized fridge and freezer, gas range and oven, pots and pans, blender, toaster oven and microwave. The dining table seats 8, and the living room features a baby grand piano. Closets are spacious with basic cleaning and tidying supplies and a cooler for the beach and other details to make your stay comfortable. The two full baths include both bath linens and beach towels.
Three bedrooms: a king, a queen and a full sized bed. Air-conditioning is available in the master bedroom if desired, but with ceiling fans and cross ventilation throughout the house, it is generally quite comfortable. At night you can hear the waves rolling in on the barrier reef of the beach to the south.
The interiors were completely repainted in summer 2013. We also recushioned the living room seating, and freshened up a few other furnishings. We're adding lots of new photos to our website and this listing, and are very proud of how fresh and bright the Hideaway is with this update!
Outside, the Longford Hideaway Greathouse has mature trees, shady porches, with the pool deck a few steps up offering a peek of the sea beyond and the hills surrounding the farm. The barbecue grill with propane tank, chairs and tables, and shaded roof areas offer outdoor dining options. Tropical flowers and orchids that owner Valeria has grown on the trees surround the property. Hummingbirds and wildlife abound in the gardens. Ask the farm staff for a tour!
The Longford Hideaway and ARTfarm share a solar power grid, grey water systems for watering ornamental plants, organic growing techniques, non-toxic formulas for cleaning, a salt-chlorinator for chemical reduction in the pool, fuel efficient vehicles, and waste-stream reduction practices. There's more about our eco-friendly efforts on our website.
Estate Longford is a rustic homestay. The plantation-era buildings are modernized but established in the mid 18th century and well-loved. Our ecologically minded philosophy means we maintain rather than replace things. We find visitors appreciate the 'farm thrift' that is our way of life. If a guest finds that an amenity of the rental is no longer serviceable and lets us know immediately, we are quick to respond and remedy the situation. On a small island where nearly everything must be imported, our family has learned to minimize, to care for things and make them last. Not everything in the rental is brand new, but it will be clean, pleasant and functional or, in the case of an oversight, we will make it so! Longford Hideaway is a unique vacation experience, and over the 20+ years we've had rental guests come, we've found that people are relaxed, happy and entranced by this quiet nature preserve of a bygone era! We look forward to your visit!
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Families
- Great for children of all ages
- No pets allowed
Bed & bathroom
- 2 Full baths
Amenities
- Air conditioning
- Private outdoor pool (unheated)
- Mountain Views
- Grill
- Patio
- Deck
- Internet access
- Safe
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Washing machine
- Iron
- TV
- Ceiling Fans
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Policies
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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About the owner
Valeria G.
- Response rate:
- 44%
- Calendar last updated:
- 11 Dec 2023
- Years listed:
- 12
- Based in:
- Virgin Islands, U.S.
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Languages spoken: English
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“Tranquil, tropical farm retreat in perfect location”
I stayed in the greathouse over Thanksgiving for 2 weeks and found just the serenity and calm I was seeking. The Christmas winds, which blow through the Caribbean all winter, kept the heat away and sw… More
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Response from the owner Joelle, thank you for taking the time to write this review. It was our pleasure to welcome you at our accommodation.
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FAQs
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If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Valeria the owner's contact details or send them a message.
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Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Valeria (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Valeria (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
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Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
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- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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- How do I cancel my booking?
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- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Valeria (the owner) a message.
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