Private Villa For Rent: Villa Peninsula, Tobago

04 Jan Private Villa For Rent: Villa Peninsula, Tobago

A private villa for rent could be just what the doctor ordered I thought.

So I told my wife let’s make a quick run away and do a relaxing Christmas vacay to Tobago. We both had been working fairly hard and did not want to get caught up with Omicron and his sister variants.

We preferred to shy away from hotel accommodation but instead enjoy a seaside villa that would be super chill. One that offered top shelf amenities while at the same time being affordable, private, high on safety and had a little extra wow factor. There were several properties that were promising but I hit the Lotto jackpot when I found Villa Peninsula,

Villa Peninsula was listed on Hove Estates a local property rental firm. You know when something just feels right the minute you see it. Well, the pictures I saw of Villa Peninsula did just that. I felt immediately transfixed as if I were already there.

I made every effort to capture the soul of this villa with the photos, but to be honest, there is no better way to experience it than to do it yourself. It begins with the picturesque drive into the Plantations Estate where the villa is situated.  The radiant sun on your face, the smell of salt and the lullaby created by the crashing wave are all to die for.

The Location

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The luxury Villa Peninsula is situated within the eco-gorgeous 175-acre Tobago Plantation Estate.  Only a short 10 minute or 13-minute drive from A.N.R. Robinson International airport or Scarborough Sea Port respectively, Peninsula along with other villas, look onto the majesty of the Atlantic Ocean.

The drive-in takes you past the friendly security checkpoint, on through the tropical mangrove, PGA-designed 18-hole golf course, Magdelena hotel with restaurants and boutique shops, many a private villa for rent, before arriving at Villa Peninsula.

Although the community is gated the villa itself is ungated.

As you drive through the entryway you can park under the covered carport amidst a tropical floral oasis.

 Villa Peninsula: Top Private Villa For Rent

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When you enter the villa you immediately get put into full relaxation mode with a 50-foot high ceiling. The villa opens onto an elevated lounge area with a large living room, kitchen and 4 bedrooms, all with ensuite bathrooms and for younger ones a ladder to birds perch loft. The external back patio allows you to spread out and lounge next to the pool with a jacuzzi as you take in the breeze and surf of the ocean.  

When compared to formerly Hilton operated, Hotel Magdelena’s rack rate of US$240, a rate of US$460 a night at Villa Peninsula is a steal, particularly if you are a large family or a group of close friends.

Peninsula is perfect for waking up to a glorious sunrise or seeing an equally stunning sunset.

An exceptional feeling of tranquillity and peace permeates the entire property. It is a unique blend of a mixture of plantation elegance and Caribbean sophistication without being stuffy.

The furnishings are well thought out with ample sofas, dining area, full kitchen and attractive art adorning the walls of each room.

The house is surrounded by a lush well-manicured garden.

The Villa Details

What I loved most about this private villa for rent was the 4000 square feet expanse of space without losing its cozy feel. There were so many nooks that you could go curl up in without feeling as though you were being crowded or closed in.

The Master Bedroom

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This villa comes with not one but two master bedrooms. Each one has a king-sized bed with a flat-screen tv, plenty of closet space and an ensuite bathroom. Both open up onto an adjoining patio which allows for an awe-inspiring view of the Atlantic Ocean.

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The Junior Bedrooms

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Adjoining each of the master bedrooms is a junior bedroom. These rooms are furnished with two twin beds each. They too have their own bathroom with all of them finished in Italian marble and tile.

The junior bedrooms are also perfect for the young kids who like to be left alone wiht their gadgets in their own space.

Similarly it’s a good fit for the single friends that don’t mind sleeping together in the same room.

The Main Living Room and TV Lounge Area

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We invited some friends over one night. Me and the guys drank some beastly cold Carib (local beer) while playing some mean poker on the six-seater circular dining room table.

The girls got jibber jabbing on the red sofa and arm chairs before moving over to some reality show in the equally comfy tv space. And while we were all in eyeshot, the two groups were sufficiently far away to not interfere with each other’s vibe.

Kitchen

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The kitchen had all stainless steel major appliances, plates, glasses and cutlery. The micorwave and toaster oven came in very handy to heat up food bought on the road or to create those quick sandwiches for the kids.

There was also a dishwasher if you just don’t have the energy to manually wash dishes.

Just off of the kichen there is a laundry area with a washing machine and dryer unit which worked but we understood would be replaced soon.

You might miss it but there is a chain which hangs from the ceiling at the far end of the kitchen, adjacent to the small circular table. When you pull on this stairs to the loft will drop down. Mind your step it is a little steep but well worth the ‘on high’ feeling that the kids enjoyed.

The Pool, Jacuzzi and Patio

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Once the sun is out the approximate 10-meter length pool remains heated well into the afternoon allowing for a most delightful swim.

The pool is shallowest at 3 feet at its perimeter getting deepest at over 6 feet at its center. As it gets later into the evening the mosquito pilots come out which make it uncomfortable to take a night swim or sit outside unless you have doused yourself in mosquito repellent.

Not in for a swim, sit and sip on your favourite cocktail as you rock back on one of the ample chairs or chaise lounges.

Feeling hungry, fire up the grill or take a dip in the jacuzzi

If you prefer to stay out of the larger pool you have an option. That is for even more pampering six of you could don the shades, rub on the suntan lotion and easily bask in the jacuzzi

Many of the villas have breakwaters that break the ferocity of the Atlantic waves. Despite this the area is too stony and the water in front of Villa Peninsula admittedly is too rough to swim. But you certainly can dip your feet in and feel the wind blow on your face.

Surrounding Property

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There are however very many beaches within a 10 minute drive. I preferred to stay away from the most popular beaches at Store Bay and Pigeon Point beach. Instead, I chose Stonehaven Bay for the calm rolling waters, open beach and little quaint local bar called Waves

The Villa Amenities

We have already touched on several amenities that are included in this private villa for rent.

One of the benefits that is not easily seen is that the villa is managed by Helen and her Hoev Real Estate team. What this meant was that we had someone on call, almost like a concierge, that we could rely on if any problem arose.

For instance, when we arrived there was no water in the villa. It was Christmas so if we were on our own this might have been a real nightmare. But not so. A quick call to Helen and she was able to sort it out with their on-call technician, with little inconvenience to me.

Further, Helen was an excellent resource for knowing the better restaurants, getting to the area parlours (mini-marts) and pharmacies. She and her team were always super pleasant and professional, which allowed me an even better opportunity to relax.

For a listing of the amenities in Villa Peninsula:

• Seafront
• 500 sq foot Private pool
• 8 foot wide Jacuzzi
• Beach towels
• Toiletries
• The entire villa is air-conditioned
• Ceiling fans in all rooms
• Barbecue grill
• Free Wi-Fi
• 3 Flat Screen TV’s
• Pool lounge chair and sofa with tables
• Fully equipped kitchen
• Maid service upon request
• Free parking
• Toaster oven, coffeemaker, blender and microwave
• Washer and dryer
• 3000 gallons water tank

Final Thoughts

Vista Peninsula is ideal for small families, couples, or a group of close friends.

Apart from the in-villa features and amenities, Villa Peninsula is strategically situated. As you leave the Plantation Estate you can go along down the Claude Noel Highway to head over to main city Scarborough, Mt. Irvine bay area, or Bon Accord, where there are a number of popular beaches, nightspots and bars.

I should also mention that you have access to a number of the on-site amenities offered to the resort visitors. These include the Magdelena Hotel’s fine dining restaurants, boutique shops, tennis courts, riding paths and jogging trails.

I highly recommend Villa Peninsula and look forward to returning there to stay again someday. , next time I visit Tobago.

*I should add that my review is based on my personal experience staying at Villa Peninsula. I did not receive any commission, remuneration, or discount for this article. I hope you find it however useful and only ask that you leave me a comment below about your stay here or any other Caribbean villa that you enjoyed.

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