Rio Chico

Magnificent 14-acre oceanfront estate. Here is the rich character of The Riviera married to the superb service of Colonial Jamaica.

Rio Chico sits on what some have called the most beautiful site in all the Caribbean. Built in 1898, the villa recently underwent a lavish renovation by one of the world’s most brilliant hoteliers. Today, its guests enjoy top-of-the-line amenities, service and comfort in a remarkable home. Privately nestled on 14 acres of lush tropical gardens dotted with stone bridges, lily ponds, waterfalls and statuary.

Here is the rich character of The Riviera married to the superb service of Colonial Jamaica … on a magnificent seascape just west of Ocho Rios on Jamaica’s renowned north coast. Rio Chico’s guest list includes diplomats, industrialists and celebrities from around the world.

Amenities:

• Magnificent 14-acre oceanfront estate
• Full staff of 15: chef, butler, houseman, housekeepers, barman, gardeners
• 2,000 feet of protected shoreline
• Breathtaking series of waterfalls and rivers joining the Caribbean Sea
• 2 private beaches … 2 freshwater swimming pools
• Watersports: sailboat, kayaks, aqua cycle, wind surfer, paddle boat and snorkeling equipment
• Hard surface tennis court lit for night play … racquets and balls provided
• Half basketball court, darts, croquet and small trampoline
• On-site private gym with elliptical and treadmill.
• Satelite TV, CD player with wide selection of CDs, iPod docks throughout, DVD player, Plasma TV, XBOX 360 and games, adult and children’s board games.
• Private office: high speed internet access, computer, printer, scanner and fax.
• 24-hour security including manned gatehouse to insure absolute privacy
• Bathrobes
• Hair Dryers

The following can be arranged for additional charges:

• Helicopter transfers to Ocho Rios
• Additional water sports
• Tennis pro
• Masseuse
• Cart and caddie fees at Sandals Golf & Country Club
• Food and beverage fees at Sandals Golf & Country Club
• Transfers to Sandals Resort for lunch or dinner

Bedrooms:

All bedrooms are en suite, have air conditioning and are equipped with televisions and a telephone.

• Main Villa – 6 Bedrooms
  • Bedroom 1
    Kingsize four-poster bed + day bed. En-suite bathroom. Large veranda balcony.
  • Bedroom 2
    Two double four-poster beds. En-suite bathroom. Veranda.
  • Bedroom 3
    Kingsize four-poster bed + sofabed in sitting room. En-suite bathroom. Large Veranda.
  • Bedroom 4
    Kingsize four-poster bed. En-suite bathroom. Large balcony.
  • Bedroom 5
    Kingsize four-poster bed. En-suite bathroom. Large balcony.
  • Bedroom 6
    Kingsize four-poster bed. En-suite bathroom. Balcony.
• Guest Cottage – 2 Bedrooms
  • Bedrooms 1 & 2
    Two Queensize beds. Two en-suite bathrooms. Intercoms to Main House.

Note: The Guest Cottage cannot be rented apart from the Main Villa.

Food and Beverage:

Rio Chico guests may spend as much or as little as they wish for food and beverage. If you want the finest food possible and do not want to bother with making decisions regarding every meal, you may prepurchase the food and beverage package for $190 per adult per day. This buys exquisite multi-course meals, snacks and an unlimited fully-stocked bar with brand-name labels. We can provide sample menus.

Alternatively, you may simply visit with the chef and select more basic menus for which you will be billed directly from receipts. For children 14 and under, the chef and property manager will simply run a tab.

Note: The Guest Cottage cannot be rented apart from the Main Villa.

                                       (all rates subject to change without prior notice)