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mango ridge backpackers retreat – Home 2544111 Cottage

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 nights min stay

mango ridge backpackers retreat – Home 2544111

  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • sleeps 4
  • 2 nights min stay

Key Info

  • Child Friendly
  • Car not necessary
  • No pets allowed

Description from owner

Description

three secluded cottages nestled in the jungled foothills overlooking the sleepy market town of port antonio on jamaicas northeast coast.Walking distance to craft and produce markets and the transportation center where local route taxis take you to nearby beaches..or hiking and rafting excursions in the nearby blue mountain national park.The property is densely fruited with mango,banana avocado,papaya,and soursop trees..wild parrots,hummingbirds and many other birds endemic to jamaica are daily visitors... the cottages are 100,200,and 300 steps up a steep hill,so a certain level of fitness is advisable.comfortable,lightweight,walking shoes with good grip on wet surfaces are advisable...running water is not hot unless u choose to heat it on the stove..the air is conditioned by fans and sea breezes.situated as we are in the rainforest,you will encounter mosquitos,ants and lizards..sometimes in your room...beds are covered with mosquito netting..long pants/socks are advisable early evenings..some visitors need a nite or two to get used to the sounds of early morning roosters ,dogs,parrots and woodpeckers..linens provided...jamaicans are a loud and boisterous people who sometime give visitors the impression that they are about to fight ..dont worry..its just normal behavior..lots of huffing and puffing..as for loud music..its hard to escape anywhere in jamaica..maybe an all inclusive hotel..but then u wake up in the morning to the sound of weedwackers...port antonio people by and large do not depend on tourists,so they live their lives without that restraint on their love of loud music.many people prefer the top cottage but it has its drawbacks..100 more steps to carry provisions..bathroom is downstairs bedroom up..some people dont sleep well first night if it rains loudly on the roof..it bears repeating,long pants an.d socks are helpful in the evenings to deter mosquitoes...i would go as far as to say that if you are allergic to insect bites,this rainforest environment might not be the best choice for you..finally,a tip on luggage..suitcases are impractical due to the steep terrain and distance from the car park..backpacks are a better option..and a final tip..many places in jamaica,including mango ridge are not easy to find after dark..our lane is across from the sunrise tavern..sommerstown rd..just up from the adventist church.

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Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • No pets allowed

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Full bed
    Bedroom 2: Twin bed
    Beds in other rooms: Twin bed
  • 1 Full bath

Amenities

  • Wireless Internet
  • Grill
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Stove
  • Fridge
  • Toaster
  • Linen provided
  • Towels provided

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Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Policies

Check in time: 13:00, Check out time: 12:00
If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
Payment
This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).

Damage deposit: $25.00
Smoking
Yes, smoking allowed

Cancellations

Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.

Booking confirmed

100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

24 hours after booking

100% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least two weeks before check-in.

2 weeks before

No refund if cancelled less than 2 weeks before check-in.

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About the owner

Stephen D.

Tourist License
PENDING

Response rate:
89%
Calendar last updated:
26 Apr 2023
Years listed:
12
Based in:
Jamaica
Overall rating:

Languages spoken: English

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Reviews

Very Good
41 reviews

Excellent
32
Very Good
8
Average
0
Poor
1
Terrible
0

“Great stay, beautiful forest yet very comfortable”

Reviewed 6 Feb 2020

Me and my 2 friends stayed 4 nights in one of the houses (the 2nd from the bottom) and had a wonderful time. Mike is a great guest, very welcoming, helpful and concerned about his visitors. The view i… More

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“Tree house paradise”

Reviewed 22 Jan 2020

This is definitely one of my favourite places I've stayed at during my trips to Jamaica! It's secluded with a great view and a lot of vegetation but also very close to town center. The whole… More

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“Cute cottages that provides vigorous work outs and all the highlights of rural Jamaican nightlife.”

Reviewed 3 Feb 2019

Our simple cottage had character and a (distant) ocean view but these features did not compensate for a night full of annoyances. Our cottage was 149 steps up a steep hill. Fortunately, we are physica… More

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Response from the owner jill and her 2 guests booked a 3 bedroom home for 2 nights at the rate of 30$ per person per night..she later requested to book only one night and altho we have a 2 night minimum,we made an exception in her case..the issues with the 149 steps, bar music,dogs and roosters are clearly mentioned in our property description in order to alert prospective guests beforehand should this be a concern before booking..we also caution prospective guests that we are in a rainforest environment complete with mosquitos and other jungle life..we particularly note that guests should take precautions to protect themselves by using repellant and or wearing long clothing in the evenings..all beds are covered by mosquito nets and have fans..all guests receive a washcloth and 16 by 30 inch medium size towel..the comment about treacherous and rickety stairs is pure fiction...your snarky comment that the positives of your one night were no ganja smoke and u only booked one night says more about your sense of entitlement than anything else..we have over 650 positive reviews on multiple websites and your mean spirited diatribe will not deter us from providing budget accomodations for open minded travellers..oh..sorry about the frog...

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“Just as it promised”

Reviewed 18 Jun 2018

The view is spectacular, and everything you need is a short walk to town, Micheal was so nice and helpful even though I spent all of my time to myself. It was so peaceful, and just what I needed to r… More

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Response from the owner thanks Bethany..!

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“Zuhause im Dschungel”

Reviewed 13 May 2018

Wir haben insgesamt 22 Nächte hier verbracht. Mike war zu jederzeit für uns da, hat uns Reisetipps gegeben und uns mit allem was wir benötigten versorgt. Wir haben die oberste Hüt… More

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“Honeymoon”

Reviewed 4 May 2018

My husband and I just celebrated our 2nd wedding anniversary a few days ago and were reminiscing how much we enjoyed Mango Ridge! We walked down to town and got patties to go then came back up to the … More

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Response from the owner thanks guys..

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“Dropped in the middle of the Jamaican Jungle”

Reviewed 10 May 2017

My mom and I stayed here as our first traveling adventure together. The first lower house we stayed in had really bad ants (expected) but they were falling onto the bed! For me that was a big no and t… More

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“Beauty and privacy”

Reviewed 12 Mar 2017

We stayed at Mango Ridge for three nights, in the beautiful harbor view bungalow. We got te see all the bungalows, and all of them are beautifully situated and are very nicely designed. You also get a… More

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Response from the owner thanks tim..!!

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“Mountain Retreat”

Reviewed 6 Feb 2017

Mango Ridge is ideally located - a short walk from the city centre, the water and the taxi hub. Michael, Robin and Brandon live on the property and can direct and advise you on day trips down the main… More

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Response from the owner very insightful..thanks..

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“Living with the locals”

Reviewed 5 Feb 2017

This review is overdue. We enjoyed our stay here, even though this was a no frills trip. The cabin was bright, had a hot plate, small refrigerator, fan, etc. This was enough. Not having hot water was … More

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Response from the owner thanks for the review..hope to see u guys again someday..mike

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FAQs

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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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Why can't I call Stephen (the owner) before booking?

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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

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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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

How do I make changes to my booking?

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 Stephen (the owner) a message.

If Stephen (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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